SIA - Startup Investor Accelerator

🌟 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 & 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 🌟 SIA hosted October’s 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀’ 𝗟𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵 to connect and inspire women interested in angel investing, and today we’re thrilled to kick off the 𝗜𝗕𝗔𝗣 program (dedicated to Female Investors and Founders)! 🎉 At our lunch, we discussed pathways into investing and broke down common myths—like the idea that you need a background in finance or banking to become an angel investor. Investing is more accessible than many think, and with the right support, anyone with the desire to make an impact can participate. It’s not too late to join 𝗜𝗕𝗔𝗣! There’s still a chance to participate and gain hands-on learning, practical insights, and a network of like-minded women ready to support your journey. Let’s make an impact together. Reach out or apply directly to become part of this empowering program! (https://lnkd.in/enQRiG8s) #WomenInInvesting #IBAP #AngelInvesting #SIA #femalefounders #WomenEmpoweringWomen #DiversityInInvesting

🍻 Join Us for Angels & Beers in Barcelona! 🍻 We’re excited to invite you to our next Angels & Beers meet-up—an informal gathering of the angel investing community! 📅 Date: Wednesday, October 30 📍 Location: BlackLab Brewhouse, Palau del Mar, 08039, Barcelona 🕗 Time: 8 - 10PM Whether you're an experienced angel investor or just interested in learning more, come along, grab a drink, and connect with like-minded individuals. It’s a great opportunity to meet and network in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Feel free to bring a friend or two—everyone is welcome! Register here (https://lnkd.in/eatJCUNK) #SIA #AngelsAndBeers #AngelInvesting #ForInvestors #Networking #BarcelonaEvents

📢 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 women co-founded 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗽𝘀 looking for investment! 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗡𝗼𝘄 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗜𝗕𝗔𝗣 📢 Are you building something innovative and ready to take your startup to the next level? IBAP is here to connect startups with a network of committed women investors, and the winning startup will secure a live investment of around $100K! 💸 🌟 Program Highlights: Pitch Format: A three-round, "winner takes all" competition Investment: Around $100K for the top finalist, with potential funding opportunities for up to five other startups on a case-by-case basis Comprehensive Support: Feedback, valuable introductions, and ongoing support for every participating team 📈 Who Should Apply? - 𝗙𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗲-𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗽𝘀 - Startups with traction, nearing their first revenue milestone, and led by engaged teams - Ventures with high scalability potential—a critical factor for angel investors seeking exponential growth With a cap of 60 startups, we’re accepting applications until spaces are filled, so don’t wait! 👉 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗬 𝗡𝗢𝗪 (https://lnkd.in/ehTC9h5p) Don’t delay, remaining slots available - 𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘 27 October Join us for this unique opportunity to connect, pitch, and unlock growth for your startup. Let’s bring your vision to life! 🚀 More information about IBAP (https://lnkd.in/eEftmBQP) #Startups #IBAP #AngelInvestment #PitchCompetition #GrowthOpportunity #Investment Impulse4Women Taryn Andersen Astghik Zakharyan SIA - Startup Investor Accelerator John Sechrest 101 Startups Bcombinator ĀticcoLab Conector Startup Accelerator Itnig - Startup Ecosystem

🚀 We're very Excited to Announce the 12 Semi-Finalists for TAAC 6! 🚀 After an incredible journey so far, we are thrilled to introduce the semi-finalists for the 𝟲𝘁𝗵 𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀-𝗔𝘁𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 (TAAC). These startups have shown remarkable potential and innovation, and they are now one step closer to taking their vision to the next level and an investment from our Angels! 🌟 🏆 Meet the 12 Startups Paving the Way: @𝗖𝗮𝗲𝘀𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗮 𝗟𝗮𝗯𝘀 (https://lnkd.in/egEw_MW9) Calla Lily Clinical Care Dedomena AI Dutch Lion Esencia Foods Gate2Brain LynxCraft OmniCyte Pumpinheart Storybook App V-Glass, Inc. VirgilHR From cutting-edge tech to impactful solutions, these founders are tackling key challenges across industries. We can’t wait to see what’s next as they head into their 10-minute pitches where the final 6 startups will be selected! Stay tuned for more updates and join us in cheering them on! 🙌 A huge thank you to all of the participating startups, our Angel Investors and the entire community for supporting this exciting journey! #TAAC6 #SemiFinalists #AngelInvesting #Startups #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #SIA #TechStartups #GlobalImpact Hale Yildiz Giacomo Trenz Ben Ahmed Laurie Tan Sarah Shalaby Olivia Harrower Oliver Ward Jordi Falguera BOGDAN H. Carles Shui 🦁 Atanas Georgiev Irina Georgieva Emo Prins Bianca Tipei Cecilia Kristina Blum-Tempus Eric Osterman Mané Sarkissian Michael Brown Alexey Kuznetsov Janis Lacis Raul Patel Vi Patel Vincent van Nimwegen Jan-Paul Buchwald Sergey Galuza Ruzanna Stepanyan, Sumit Jhaveri, Maria Elena Bahaia, Agnes B. B.

Calling all Women Angels.... 😇 Many women seek guidance and deeper knowledge as they embark on their angel investing journey. We’re excited to introduce IBAP—an international hands-on learning practice program specifically designed for women to gain practical experience in angel investing, supported by expert guidance to help you build the skills and knowledge that work for you. Bought to you in collaboration with Impulse4Women & SIA - Startup Investor Accelerator 💻 Please get in touch, we would love to discuss the program with you further or complete this form for ease (https://lnkd.in/enQRiG8s) Astghik Zakharyan explains all below.... #IBAP #femaleinvestors #AngelInvesting #Women #SIA

☕ Exciting Moments from SIA - Startup Investor Accelerator's Latest 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗲 Event! We had the pleasure of welcoming many new faces to our most recent 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗲, bringing together like-minded individuals from all over the globe 🌍. It was an inspiring morning filled with valuable conversations and fresh ideas. One of the hot topics? The best ways to set up a business in Spain! Our seasoned founders shared insightful tips and strategies that really sparked great discussions. ✨ Special shoutout to Bob De Wilde, who walked us through a ‘Potential Customer-Problem Fit Evaluation’ form (https://lnkd.in/e6jGqAJ4 — a super helpful tool for anyone looking to refine their startup’s focus. 🔍 Check out some of the highlights we captured 📸👇 We host these Open Coffee events every 2 weeks on a Tuesday, the next on the 29th Oct, please do join us (https://lnkd.in/eibbgdHK) #OpenCoffee #StartupCommunity #AngelInvesting #Networking #SIA #Entrepreneurship #BarcelonaStartups #BusinessInSpain

Your Angel Investing Journey Starts Here! 🤔 Thinking about angel investing but unsure if it's the right step for you? You're not alone—98% of those capable don't start due to uncertainty or lack of access. But we're here to help! Introducing 𝗜𝗕𝗔𝗣—an international program designed for women to begin their angel investing journey. You’ll be guided by top experts and gain practical experience with real startups—no prior experience needed! This is your chance to enter the world of angel investing with support, guidance, and a strong community. 🚀 𝗜𝗕𝗔𝗣 is starting on October 28th! 💡 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eEftmBQP 💡 Check your eligibility: https://lnkd.in/enQRiG8s

TAAC #6: The Journey Continues! This week, 𝗧𝗔𝗔𝗖#𝟲 𝟮𝟰 𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿-𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁 startups delivered 3-minute pitches, followed by in-depth Q&A sessions with our investors. 💡 The energy in the virtual rooms was remarkable as founders tackled tough questions and shared deeper details about their businesses. Investors asked about everything from the technology behind the innovation, to the team dynamics, and how their investment might be spent. These detailed discussions are helping investors shape their decisions and understand the startups’ long-term potential. We also hosted breakout rooms, giving our investors a chance to engage directly with the startups and dive into specific aspects of their ventures. From business models to market potential, these conversations are crucial to shaping the path forward. 🌍 Next up: The Angel Investors will be narrowing down the field to 12 semi-finalists, moving one step closer to 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗼 𝗗𝗮𝘆 (join us on 5th December https://lnkd.in/etB59mQY)! Stay tuned as we continue this exciting journey! #TAAC6 #AngelInvesting #InvestorAccelerator #StartupEcosystem #PitchDay John Sechrest, Astghik Zakharyan AcQumen Medical, Cardi/o® by Advanced TeleSensors, AHILAB, Ansana, AUTODERM, Baby Kitchen, Calla Lily Clinical Care, Conquiro, Curiva, Dedomena AI, Dutch Lion, Esencia Foods, Gate2Brain, IMPALÉ, LynxCraft, Think Data Group, OmniCyte, Pumpinheart, Storybook App, V-Glass, Inc. VirgilHR, Wovenly, @Caesarea Labs (https://lnkd.in/egEw_MW9) @Concordare Trials (https://lnkd.in/ekKiFkZd)

📅 SAVE THE DATE! 📅 We are thrilled to announce that the TAAC #6 Demo Day is happening on December 5th, 2024! 🚀🎉 Join us for an exciting event where the 6 finalists of our Trans-Atlantic Angel Investor Learning program will deliver their 5-minute pitches after months of hard work, mentorship, and preparation. This is your chance to meet top-tier startups and engage with passionate founders who are driving innovation across diverse industries. Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with investors and entrepreneurs shaping the future! 📅 Date: December 5th, 4-8PM (CET) 📍 Location: Online event on Zoom (register here to get the link - https://lnkd.in/eY3VkACd) Stay tuned for more details of the finalists, and make sure to mark your calendars for this can't-miss event! 🗓️ #TAAC6 #DemoDay #SIA #AngelInvesting #StartupEcosystem #SaveTheDate

🌟 Calling All Women Investors! 🌟 Following on from the success of the last Women Investors' Lunch, SIA are excited to announce we are hosting another opportunity for women in the investment community to come together, share insights, and build lasting connections. Whether you’re an experienced angel investor or just beginning your journey, this event is the perfect chance to network, exchange ideas, and discuss the unique opportunities and challenges we face as women in the investing space. 🤝 📅 Date: Monday 14th October 📍 Location: Corte de Manga, Carrer del Comte d'Urgell, 108, 08015 Barcelona Let’s empower each other to make a greater impact on the startup ecosystem and drive forward the future of investment! 🚀💼 Interested in attending? Book your spot today, spaces will be limited for this intimate lunch [https://lnkd.in/erz-Er9q] Looking forward to an inspiring afternoon of conversation, connection, and collaboration. 💡✨ #WomenInInvesting #AngelInvesting #SIA #Networking #WomenInBusiness