Start2 Group

𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻'𝘀 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 – 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘁𝘆: 𝗣𝗮𝘆, 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 ✨ Last week, we hosted a vibrant and interactive panel discussion on the critical issues surrounding gender equity – focusing on pay, leadership, and access to opportunities. A huge thank you to GABA Northern California - German American Business Association for co-hosting this impactful event with us! 🙏 We were thrilled to see both women and men in attendance, actively engaging in meaningful conversations and brainstorming solutions to help drive change. A highlight was our focus on allyship, with valuable insights on how we can support each other on the journey toward gender equity. A heartfelt thank you to our insightful speakers, Dr. Yvonne Lutsch, Soody Tronson, Dr. Gerlind Wisskirchen, and moderator Tracey Grose, whose expertise and perspectives enriched the discussion. We look forward to continuing these important discussions and taking action together! #GenderEquity #Leadership #Allyship #PayEquity #GABA #WomenInLeadership

🎉 We are proud partners of the IMPACT FESTIVAL! 🌍 As Europe’s largest B2B event for sustainable innovation, the IMPACT FESTIVAL brings together more than 200 start-ups and SMEs offering sustainable solutions, corporates and more than 250 investors. 🚀 Ready to take your sustainability skills to the next level? 🌍 Are you looking to explore new trends, and connect with like-minded professionals? 🤝 With over 4,500 participants, 200 solutions and 170 speakers, this event is the perfect opportunity to network and discover potential partnerships and collaborations in the sustainability field. ⏰ Don't miss out. Get your ticket 🎟️ https://lnkd.in/ezPuPA2V now ! .... #createimpact #impactfestival24

📣 Introducing the speakers in our panel discussion “Innovating for Success: Empowering Service Providers” at Pitch Night Singapore! Our panel of experts will be exploring how innovation is elevating, rather than replacing, the role of service providers in the digital age, with a particular emphasis on how emerging technologies and forward-thinking strategies are empowering providers to expand their capabilities, deliver superior customer experiences, and unlock new avenues for growth. Our speakers will explore the critical role of cross-ecosystem collaboration - bridging the public and private sectors - in driving innovation that empowers service providers, ensuring they remain essential contributors to the evolving business landscape. Panel speakers: Ksenia Sokolyanskaya, Head of International Expasion at fobizz Thorsten Neumann (龚拓思), Ventures Technology Lead at Standard Chartered Ventures Rahul Daswani, Account Director at Digital Industry Singapore (DISG) and Deputy Director at IMDA Moderated by: Rotem Libby Blanc Inbar, Head of Climate Tech Competence Center, Asia and Program Director at Start2 Group Listen to exciting pitches by Banking One Cocktail Joe fobizz muffintech Stockpulse Code of Nature Stemden as they showcase their innovative solutions and expansion plans for the Southeast Asian region. 🗓 October 30, 2024, 5.45pm SGT 📍 Mastercard (3 Fraser St, Level 15, Duo Tower, Singapore 189352) 👉 Register through this link to secure your place: https://lnkd.in/gmPikDQi C Cube Lab I Gyeonggi Center for Creative Economy & Innovation (GCCEI) I BTB Ventures (비티비벤처스)

We had an exciting day of innovation and collaboration at the Start2 Bridge India & Germany event in Delhi, where the Indian and German startup ecosystems came together! A key highlight was the startup pitches, where innovations took center stage. We were thrilled to see inspiring ideas from the German startups participating in the German Accelerator India Market Discovery program, alongside some of India’s most promising startups. Congratulations to all the startups - Vara, EKU Power Drives, GreenTrade Impact GmbH, SmartLoC - Smart Letter of Credit, SwopStore, Sissoo, NEXUSTEC GmbH, CodexAR Pvt Ltd, Riddle.com, and EDUBAO - for delivering great pitches! The event also featured insightful panel discussions, exploring the power of cross-border collaboration in driving growth and fostering innovation and highlighted the critical role of corporate-startup alliances. These partnerships are driving industry growth by combining the agility of startups with the scale and resources of established corporations, helping both sides unlock new opportunities for innovation and market expansion. A big thank you to our speakers for sharing their valuable insights: Surya Kant (MeitY Startup Hub) Surya Khurana (Flix India) Lee Lee Ong (Hamburg Invest) Yamini Bhushan Pandey (IIM Lucknow Enterprise Incubation Center (IIML EIC)) Prashant Rao (MathWorks India) Amit Singal (Fluid Ventures & Realtime (RTAF)) Claus J. Karthe (Start2 Group, Asia) Linda Nguyen Schindler (Start2 Group) We also want to thank our partners for their support: Headstart Network Foundation Delhi, The Circle Work, StartupNews.fyi, InfoEdge CFE Plaksha University, iHub - AWaDH @ IIT Ropar, MathWorks, Arthayan, and The India Advantage Summit [TIA Summit]. Last, but not least, a big thank you to our team Shivi Jain, Harie Naarayanan, Akhil Madav, Sreelakshmi Ajith.

GMEP Korean Startups Shine at Start2 Connect: Innovation in AgTech, FoodTech & ClimateTech Over the past 6 weeks, 14 pioneering Korean startups have embarked on a remarkable journey through the Global Market Expansion Program (#GMEP), co-organized by KISED (Korea Institute of Startup & Entrepreneurship Development) & #KOAT (Korea Agriculture Technology Promotion Agency). This immersive program offered a deep dive into Germany’s thriving innovation ecosystem, skill building workshops, dynamic networking opportunities with key ecosystem players & fostered powerful cross-border synergies. The most recent program highlight was last week’s packed house event showcasing innovative & groundbreaking solutions that are transforming agriculture, food, & climate technologies & are designed to disrupt global markets. Moderated by Jiyun Ha, this event served as an incredible presentation of South Korea’s growing influence in the previously mentioned future-defining sustainability sectors, & featured: Bodit, Myeongshin Lee Petnow Inc., Jaewon Shin everything but.., Yoonchan Hwang Romansive, Yeong Ro Lee BrainU, Seungkyun Hong BeNatureBioLab, Jong-Suep Baek (종섭) GRASSMEDI, Jinsik Choi AETECH(에이트테크), HYEJI HONG, JaeHo Ryu HIZ (ReSaltZ), Hannah Park MoCon, Sangmin Chae 주식회사 반달소프트(VANDALSOFT), Bonghak Lee, Ha Luong MYThings, Jinny K. ROBOS CO.,LTD, Joseph J. H. Chung CUBE FARM, Jieun Jeon Each company pitched their cutting-edge innovations to an audience of key industry stakeholders, including investors, corporate partners, influential ecosystem leaders, & like-minded startups and founders. The after-party brought an extra layer of connection between the visiting startups & the German entrepreneurial community with Korean fusion catering, traditional drinks, & a lively karaoke night. This informal atmosphere fostered deeper relationships & discussions, enhancing the collaborative spirit established throughout the immersion program - making it a key aspect of the evening's success. The journey for these startups is far from over. The Global Market Expansion Program (GMEP) is not just about growth - it’s about creating long-lasting partnerships that bridge Korea & Germany, paving the way for future collaborations in sustainability, technology, and innovation. Supported by the #KISED and KOAT and the collaborative efforts of organizations like Start2 Group, these startups are better positioned to drive impactful changes in their industries. This is just the beginning, and we look forward to following their remarkable achievements as they continue their journeys in the coming months. 🌍🚀 ........ Corey Wright, Till Ammelburg, Sonali Müller, Hyundo Byeon, Luca Ferrara, Khashayar Ansari, Marta Allina, David Hajizadeh, Soyoon Lee, WOOJOO CHOI, Youngeun Han

🗣️ Announcing our Cashwalk Premium Partner: HTGF | High-Tech Gründerfonds We're thrilled to have the one and only HTGF again as a valued partner for this exclusive pitch event! Since 2005, HTGF | High-Tech Gründerfonds has been a driving force behind German tech success. With the launch of its fourth fund, HTGF now has about €1.4 billion under management, empowering startups across digital tech, industrial tech, life sciences, chemistry, and related fields. To date, external investors have injected about 6 billion euros of capital into the HTGF portfolio via more than 2,000 follow-on financing rounds. What makes HTGF | High-Tech Gründerfonds a valuable partner? ⤷ Extensive experience of over 700 investments (i.e., Instagrid, EGYM, Tubulis GmbH, etc) showcasing their ability to identify and nurture high-growth companies. ⤷ Strong network and partnerships with over 45 fund investors offering startups access to a wealth of resources and connections. ⤷ Flexible and fast initial financing that provides seed funding of up to €1 million with the potential for further investment, catering to a startup's specific growth needs. In case you didn't know, HTGF is excited about startups that: ⤷ Problem-solve with a purpose and focus on addressing significant market needs. ⤷ Scale for massive growth, with the potential to reach new heights. ⤷ Have a strong, sustainable business model, built for long-term success. Join us and HTGF | High-Tech Gründerfonds at Cashwalk! 👉 https://lnkd.in/gaeHTpD4 See you there!

The AI Gateway Program participants have landed in Palo Alto, and we’re excited to have them here for the Bay Area part of their U.S. expansion journey! 🌉 Over the next week, these 7 innovative startups will immerse themselves in the heart of the Silicon Valley AI startup ecosystem: Axelera AI | Conveo (YC S24) | GreenAnt | imki | Augmented creativity | Typetone | ulalo.io | YourBI From engaging with top AI experts to attending workshops by industry leaders, the cohort will gain invaluable insights into the world of AI. They’ll also participate in Fireside Chats, AMAs with local AI founders and investors, visit Stanford, attend networking events, and pitch at TechCrunch Disrupt. A big thank you to our partners at ScaleNL, hub.brussels, and Flanders Investment & Trade (FIT) Investment and Trade (FIT) for joining forces with us to bring these amazing startups to the center of AI innovation. Stay tuned as they dive into the next phase of their global scaling journey! AI Competence Center (AICC)

🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐩 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐚𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 AI Unleashed 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞! Earlier this month, Sabine Wiesmüller, PhD, Director AI (Europe) at Start2 Group, delivered keynote remarks at the first AI Unleashed Conference, which took place at the historic Kohlebunker in Munich! In her remarks addressing “𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐀𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐞”, Dr. Wiesmüller shared invaluable insights on how different regions leverage AI, spotlighting key AI hubs across the United States, South America, and Asia.🌏 She likewise emphasized the importance of understanding diverse market dynamics and utilizing regional advantages in the #AIinnovation context. The conference initially emerged from the popular AI Unleashed podcast, which aims to bring AI knowledge to the broader public. This year, the conference organizers partnered with various student initiatives to ensure that the next generation of tech talent is connected to current industry leaders.🤝 The program featured a variety of sessions, covering topics such as ongoing integration challenges for SMEs and corporates, AI’s influence in media, and the next wave of AI-powered startup innovations. The conference then concluded with an exciting Startup Pitch Competition and discussions looking forward to the future of AI. 🤖 A huge thank you to all the speakers who contributed to this fantastic inaugural event: Don Stalter, Marija Mustapic, Tristan Post, Carmen Jenny, Dr. Alvar Mollik, Dr. Denise Vandeweijer, Georg Vonhasselt, Urs Merkel, Gitta Kutyniok, Albert Bozesan, Sascha Karstaedt, Maximilian Glas! 👏 #AIUnleashed #AIInnovation #Internationalisation #Startups #GlobalAIMarket

Big shout out to Rotem Libby Blanc Inbar, Head of Climate Tech Competence Center, Asia and Program Director at Start2 Group for an inspiring introduction to Start2 Group at GTF Connect Singapore, and for skillfully moderating the “Green Startup Slam” together with Maximilian Wasler, CEO, GREENTECH FESTIVAL! A huge congratulations to Martin Scaife from Diaper Recycling Technology for a well-deserved win! It was a highly engaging conference, with insightful discussions on the circular economy, tackling real and significant challenges like managing food waste, building trust in carbon credits, and whether AI is a game changer or a threat to the planet. The Start2 Group team was thrilled to be part of the conference, connect with thought leaders and industry experts, and explore innovative solutions from startups in the Climate Tech space. Inspiring conversations and fresh ideas all around! 🚀🌱 Shout out also to the startups who delivered great pitches - ImpacFat, The Common Blue Group, Circular Unite, Muuse, Hestiya! ... #GreenTech #B2B #Innovation #Digitalization #Sustainability #AI #GTFConnectSingapore #ClimateTech #CircularEconomy #SustainabilityInnovation

Don't Miss Out on your Next Big Investment Opportunity! On 7 November #CashwalkMunich brings together 30 high-potential startups and top investors for an exclusive afternoon of pitches, networking, and deal-making. The pitch lineup showcases only the strongest, investment-ready startups - contributing to our track record of success. 4 Reasons you NEED to be there: 🎯 Curated Startups: Only the most promising, investment-ready ventures – each one vetted to ensure high-quality deal flow. 🤝 Maximized Networking: In just one afternoon, you'll meet founders and make powerful connections faster than ever. 🔥 Live Pitches: Watch these startups present their visions and business models – and be the first to act. 🌐 Expand Your Network: Meet fellow investors and explore co-investment opportunities in this exclusive setting. Don't be the one hearing about it afterwards. Join #Cashwalk and be there to spot the next breakout success! 🔒 Secure your spot today. Take advantage of early bird discounts: https://lnkd.in/gaeHTpD4