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🚀 New Episode Alert! We are thrilled to share the latest episode of The UrbanTech VC podcast, titled "2bX Lessons Learned"! 🎙️ In today’s episode, our co-founders, Mark and Katharina, jump into the guests’ seats, making room for Gregory, chairperson of 2bX’s Investment Committee, to act as host. Listen to our General Partners reflect on the past months at 2bX. Sit back and enjoy the dynamic conversation and insights from our team. In this episode, you’ll learn: 💡 The importance of trust and mutual respect in building successful partnerships 💡 Embracing change and growth by adding new team members 💡 Balancing different personalities to create a strong and cohesive team Listen to Mark & KJ discuss the process of bringing Julia on board as the new GP at 2bX. Gain insights from their experience and see how they managed the transition! ✨ 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gR-4eAWm #Team #Dynamics #NewPartner #Growth

🌆 Explore Entrepreneurial Minds with Christos Passas! In Episode #35 of the UrbanTech VC Podcast, "Take Responsibility for Yourself and Your Surroundings" our hosts Martijn Balder and Katharina Lind welcome Christos Passas, Design Director at Zaha Hadid Architects. 🚀🌍 Join us as Christos shares his profound insights on architecture and entrepreneurship. What you'll learn: 1) Resilience and Productivity: Discover how taking responsibility for one's surroundings and organizing support systems can enhance resilience and productivity. 2) Architectural Entrepreneurship: Learn why every architectural concept is a new venture, requiring the reinvention of the wheel—a process that mirrors the essence of entrepreneurship. 3) Embracing Adversity: Understand how embracing adversity and rising to meet challenges can be a potent recipe for success, emphasizing that the journey, not the destination, is the formative experience. Christos's insights provide a unique perspective on the intersection of architecture and entrepreneurship. Whether you're an UrbanTech enthusiast, an architect, or simply curious about innovative solutions, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways. 🌟🏙️ 🎧 Ready to be inspired? Tune in now: https://lnkd.in/eVC-isuS

In Episode #34 of the UrbanTech VC Podcast, "Always Remember Your Vision & Your Why - Entrepreneurial Minds with Anna Trendewicz," our hosts Martijn Balder and Katharina Lind dive into a thought-provoking conversation with Anna Trendewicz, a successful venture capital investor from Future Energy Ventures. Anna believes addressing climate change and energy transition is the biggest challenge and most exciting investment opportunity over the next decade. She looks forward to the massive impact and great financial returns being generated at FEV. 🚀🌍 Join us as Anna shares her valuable insights on maintaining vision and purpose in the entrepreneurial journey. What you'll learn: - Lifelong Learning: Lifelong learning and cultivating a supportive network are crucial ingredients for success. - Guiding Vision: A clear vision serves as a guiding light, enabling people to overcome obstacles and challenges. - Team Diversity: Diversity within a team provides a competitive advantage by bringing a range of perspectives and insights. Anna's wisdom offers a fresh perspective on maintaining direction and purpose in business. Whether you're an UrbanTech enthusiast, a budding entrepreneur, or simply looking for inspiration, this episode is packed with essential takeaways. 🌟🏙️ 🎧 Ready to be inspired? Tune in now: https://lnkd.in/eFaEgJaT

🚀✨ Exciting News at 2bX! ✨🚀 We are absolutely thrilled to announce that Julia Wagener has joined 2bX as our third partner, since June 17! 🎉🎉 Julia brings in a complete nine years of experience in the venture capital and startup ecosystem, and we couldn't be more excited to have her on board. She began her journey with our GP Mark Harré at Dieter von Holtzbrinck Ventures, where she made significant strides in deal flow processes and executions. 📈 From there, Julia left her mark at Founders Foundation gGmbH, leading their renowned acceleration program to new heights. Most recently, in 2023, she joined the investment team at BitStone Capital, further expanding her network in the built environment space. Her track record speaks volumes, with notable investments including HUMANOO and mymoria GmbH at DvH, as well as Green Fusion and Okibo at BitStone. 🌟 Julia's expertise and connections in the UrbanTech industry are remarkable, and she brings with her significant access to pre-seed opportunities. She will be at the helm of our investment team, focusing on optimizing our deal flow processes for new investments and enhancing our portfolio management. The entire 2bX team is buzzing with excitement to have Julia on board! 🤗 We are confident that her experience and vision will propel us to new levels and accelerate our investment expertise like never before. 🌐🚀 Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Julia Wagener! 🌟👏

🌱 Want to know more about what's going on in the entrepreneurial mind? Then don't miss out on the newest episode of the UrbanTech VC podcast with Elena K., a distinguished leader in the sustainability field. Elena has played a pivotal role in developing values and community principles that drive business success and cultural growth in Germany. Listen to Katharina and Jessica pelt Elena with questions about her journey, her insights on urban technology, and the wisdom she's gained along the way. 🎧 Tune in to Entrepreneurial Minds | Elena Kirova: Stay Hungry and Curious About Other People’s Perspectives. In this episode, you’ll learn: 1️⃣ Conscious acceptance of personal responsibility and emotional control is a profound and empowering moment. 2️⃣ While it's natural to avoid difficulties, with time, overcoming challenges tends to become easier and quicker. 3️⃣ Staying curious and hungry for learning, coupled with actively seeking and leveraging the knowledge and experiences of others, can significantly enrich an entrepreneur's journey. This episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone interested in personal growth and how to deal with challenges in the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Elena's journey is not just inspiring but also a call to actively seek support of others who have been through similar experiences before. 🌍🚀💡 👉 Link to the episode: https://lnkd.in/eUmTqU5e #UTVC #vc #sustainability #entrepreneurs

🌆 Discover UrbanTech Insights with Joni Baboci! In the latest episode of the UrbanTech VC Podcast, "#32 The Journey Matters More Than the Destination - Entrepreneurial Minds with Joni Baboci," Martijn Balder and Katharina Lind host Joni Baboci, founder of Layer. Layer is an innovative urban orchestration platform that empowers cities to plan, design, manage, and govern urban environments. Join us as Joni shares his visionary approach to urban development and the importance of cross-disciplinary change. 🚀🌍 What you'll discover: - Building for Children: How designing cities with children in mind can address numerous urban challenges. - Success as a Journey: Why success should be seen as a continuous journey, not just a final destination. - City Dynamics: The fascinating relationship between a city's size and its walking speed. Joni's insights offer a fresh perspective on urban planning and development. Whether you're an UrbanTech enthusiast, a city planner, or simply curious about innovative urban solutions, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways. 🌟🏙️ 🎧 Ready to be inspired? Tune in now: https://lnkd.in/esErVJ3C

🚀 Exciting insights on the future of urban mobility in the latest episode of "The UrbanTech VC" podcast! 🌍🚇 In Episode #31, we explore the transformative potential of intermodal mobility and its critical role in shaping urban transport. Check out Prof. Dr. Harry Wagner's thoughts below and listen to the episode!

🌟 Buckle up! Jessica is heading to the Nordic Edge Expo next week 🏙️ – where tomorrow’s urban challenges take center stage. She's super stoked to dive into the Nordic ecosystem and can't wait to connect with fellow investors and groundbreaking founders who are busy shaping our future cities! 🚀 🤝 Want to chat UrbanTech while munching on some delicious vafler? 🧇 Reach out to her! She’d love to exchange ideas and explore new opportunities with you. Let's innovate and create together! #UrbanTech #nordics #startups #investors

🌟 Curious about the secret sauce behind lasting business relationships? 💼 In the latest episode of the UrbanTech VC podcast, Gregory Brenninkmeyer, chairperson of 2bX’ Investment Committee, steps into the host's seat. Mark & KJ reflect on the past months and share insights from their journey with 2bX. Tune in to "2bX Lessons Learned" to uncover: 1️⃣ Authentic Pitches: Discover the power of aligning your pitch with your vision for genuine connections. 2️⃣ Relational vs. Transactional: Explore the value of nurturing relationships over mere transactions in business. 3️⃣ Embracing Change: Learn why change is a journey, not a destination, and why repetition is key to lasting transformation. 👉 Listen to the full conversation: https://lnkd.in/eATnubJj #UTVC #vc #pitch #relationship #change

LAST CALL! 🚨 If you are a sustainable #Proptech or #Contech startup, this is your last chance to apply for the GROUNDBREAKERS Accelerator - the accelerator for green building and sustainable building economy. 🏡 The application deadline is this Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at 11:59 PM! (All information about the program and registration in the comments). 📅 Benefit from GROUNDBREAKERS' partners and access to over 2500 companies in the industry. This programme will help you get the right connection and start the proof-of-concept for your product/service. In addition, GROUNDBREAKERS offers you customized coaching from experts and experienced founders in the industry. 🏗️ Don't miss the chance and be part of it! 💪 Johannes Felden GROUNDBREAKERS