Kaplak Ventures

🚀 The second cohort of #ClimateTechCatalyzer is officially in full swing! This week, our exceptional cohort of startups dived into transformative sessions designed to sharpen their strategies for entering the U.S. market. From mastering #Storytelling for a U.S. Audience with Søren Nielsen (Canute by Thursday) to exploring effective networking tactics and leadership strategies with Mikael Trolle's (IDONEA) renowned #DreamsandDetails model, the journey is already packed with insights and inspiration. A key highlight: Each founder was paired with a Lead Mentor, ensuring tailored guidance to accelerate their growth and impact throughout the program. 👏 Shoutout to our incredible cohort teams pushing boundaries for a sustainable future🌍: Clause Out: Benjamin Schenkel Crestwing: Ruth Bloom Eupry: Christian Jacobsen & Sigurd Hansen Goodwings: Christian Møller-Holst Green2x: Tobias Bo Jensen & Niklas Ahlefeldt-Laurvig OceanWide Seaweed ApS: Jeppe Bach Sloth & Finn Holm Trebo: Marco Moustgaard Kræmer & Andreas Leth Bockhoff 🙏 A special thanks to our alumni, Nejc Novak (Anemo Robotics) and Anders Kristoffersen (Kvasir Technologies), for coming back to share their insights with the new cohort, and to our amazing partners, Industriens Fond and MindFuture, for making this kickoff a resounding success. 💡 Want to learn more or get involved? Contact our Program Director, Shai Tamary 🎗️, at shai@kaplakventures.com. #ClimateTech #Innovation #Sustainability #KaplakVentures #ClimateAction #Startups

We’re excited to welcome Hibah El-Jarayhi, Raven Rice, and Claire Brady to the Climate Tech Catalyzer team! 🌱🌍 As our new Program Fellows, they’ll be working alongside our Danish and US teams to support the operations of the #ClimateTechCatalyzer and ensure everything runs smoothly—from coordinating with stakeholders to keeping our daily operations on point. Join us in giving them a huge welcome—here’s to an impactful journey ahead, Hibah, Raven, and Claire! 🎉🚀

✨Join Us in Denmark for #GreenTech Networking on Nov 14th! 🇩🇰 As part of our #ClimateTechCatalyzer partnership with Industriens Fond, we’re thrilled to host our first #networking event for Denmark’s GreenTech ecosystem! The event will bring together some of Denmark’s leading climate-focused #startups, #investors, and corporate leaders. Come meet our newest Climate Tech Catalyzer cohort, featuring:  Clause Out, Green2x, Goodwings, Trebo, OceanWide Seaweed ApS, Crestwing, and Eupry! 🗓 RSVP here: https://lu.ma/72xo1vf7 📍 MindFuture, Erik Husfeldts Vej 7, Taastrup, Denmark 🕒 November 14th | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM (GMT+1) ✨ Spoiler Alert: Our U.S. leadership team—Shai Tamary 🎗️, Matthew Hooper, and Rahoul Mehra——will also be there to connect and share insights with the community! We're excited to see you all there 🌍✨

Announcing the new Climate Tech Catalyzer cohort 🌍 We're thrilled to announce the newest #CTC cohort, in partnership with Industriens Fond! 🎉 These 7 innovative Danish #climatetech startups are stepping up to tackle some of our planet's most pressing climate challenges, and we’re here to help them set up the foundations to commercialize and scale in the US market. Meet Cohort 2: 1️⃣ Clause Out (GovTech) – Democratizing climate policy by helping users navigate complex political issues and creating an ethical marketplace for public opinion. 2️⃣ Crestwing (Wave/Renewable Energy) – Harnessing ocean waves to provide scalable, sustainable energy solutions. 3️⃣ Eupry (Pharma SaaS) – Delivering seamless, automated temperature compliance for critical monitoring needs. 4️⃣ Goodwings (Business Travel SaaS) – Helping companies reduce carbon emissions with a responsible travel management platform. 5️⃣ Green2x (Biofuel) – Transforming biofuel production through large-scale innovations with agricultural residues. 6️⃣ OceanWide Seaweed ApS (Aquaculture) – Leading the charge on sustainable sea-based cultivation of Dulse, a highly nutritious red algae. 7️⃣ Trebo (Recycling) – Delivering unparalleled sorting purity and high-quality recycled materials for plastic converters. 🌱✨ Are you an investor, corporate leader, or potential mentor? Reach out to our Program Director, Shai, at shai@kaplakventures.com to get involved! #ClimateTech #Innovation #Sustainability #KaplakVentures #ClimateAction #Startups #NewCohort

Congratulations to our Climate Tech Catalyzer alumni company REBLADE for taking home the #1 spot in "Innovative Technology for Clean Energy and Storage" at Enlit Europe and Eurelectric's energy transition Innovators competition! 🎉 #CleanEnergy #ClimateTech #Innovation #WindEnergy #EnergyTransition #CTC

🚀 We're looking for our next Accelerator Program Fellow! 🌍 Kaplak Ventures is looking for an #Accelerator Program Fellow to join us for the Climate Tech Catalyzer (October 20 - December 20, 2024). This is a unique opportunity to be part of an accelerator program that supports some of Denmark’s most innovative #climatetech startups as they explore the U.S. market. We're seeking someone who is passionate about sustainability, startups, and climate innovation, and is excited to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment. You'll be directly involved in day-to-day program operations, engaging with mentors and investors, and supporting the growth journeys of climate entrepreneurs. 💡 If you're a student or early-career professional and want to make a real impact in the fight against climate change, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your resume and a brief statement explaining your interest and qualifications to shai@kaplakventures.com

Last week, our Program Director, Shai Tamary 🎗️, and Managing Partner, Matthew Hooper, had the privilege of speaking at the Canute by Thursday program, where they engaged with some of the most promising Nordic #B2BSaaS startups ready to expand internationally. 🚀 🌍 It was inspiring to see the incredible work these startups are doing to scale their businesses beyond the local market, and we were excited to share insights on #USNetworking, #USBusinessCulture, #Pitching, and #InvestorReadiness to help them navigate this critical phase of growth. A big thank you to #Canute for putting together such a valuable program—helping startups access a local network and resources that would otherwise take months to build! 🙌 We're proud to support Canute's mission of empowering #Nordic companies to scale globally. Looking forward to seeing the next generation of global leaders emerge from this program! 💡

⏰ Applications for the Climate Tech Catalyzer close THIS FRIDAY, September 27th. 🌍 Don't miss your chance to be part of this prestigious program bridging the top Danish #climatetech solutions with US #capital and #commercialization-- #apply today! ✨ Application: https://lnkd.in/eJpNxKck Program Dates: November 11, 2024 - December 12, 2024 Website: https://lnkd.in/eAs8Hapw The Climate Tech Catalyzer offers: - Strategy workshops facilitated by Danish & U.S. green transition leaders from companies like MAERSK, Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, IBM, Northvolt, and Siemens. - Tailored introductions to U.S. customers, investors, and mentors - Collaboration with a cohort of Denmark’s top climate tech startups - Capital investment opportunities through high-profile NYC Showcase. - Ongoing alumni community & support

Alumni Testimonials! 🚀 Hear from Frank Kjerstein, CEO of REBLADE, about his experience participating in the #ClimateTechCatalyzer. If you’re a Danish #climatetech startup looking to scale, commercialize, and explore the US market, #apply now: https://lnkd.in/eJpNxKck Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eAs8Hapw #ClimateTechCatalyzer #SuccessStories #ClimateAction"

Excited to share that our Managing Partner, Matthew Hooper, will be speaking at TechDay HQ Climate Tech Founders Day on September 27 at Rise, created by Barclays! 🌍🚀 In his talk, "If You Build It, Will They Buy It: Commercializing Climate Startups," Matt will dive into what it takes to bring climate tech innovations to market and scale. If you're a founder looking to maximize your impact, don't miss this opportunity to learn from top investors, industry experts, and fellow founders. Seats are filling up fast—register now via TechDay! 📅