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Ever wondered how groundbreaking ideas turn into reality when different worlds collide? In today’s rapidly evolving startup ecosystem, a digital platform like The Startup Events acts as a game-changer. By bringing together startup founders, visionary investors, corporates, academia, and public sector representatives, it creates an environment where bold ideas are not only celebrated but actively pursued. Imagine a space where a first-time entrepreneur can discuss strategy with seasoned investors, or a university researcher can collaborate with public sector innovators to turn theoretical concepts into practical solutions. This dynamic mix of talent and experience is what fuels innovation, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. It’s not just about networking—it’s about creating meaningful partnerships that can transform industries and empower startups to realise their dreams. Do you think platforms like The Startup Events can unlock the next big idea? #recommendations • #investment • #community • #losep24

Calling startup founders attending TechCrunch Disrupt 2024 in San Francisco! Join us for an exclusive opportunity to pitch directly to investors. Don't miss Pitch&Drink with P2S.vc on October 28th! As part of the Pre-seed to Succeed program, created in partnership with AltaIR Capital, Yellow Rocks!, Smart Partnership Capital, and I2BF Global Ventures, this event will bring together startups and VCs for an engaging evening of pitching and networking. What to expect: The event follows a speed-dating format. You'll have 2–3 minutes to deliver your elevator pitch directly to investors. After the pitch, there will be a 6-7 minute Q&A session. After 10 minutes the gong sounds and the founders change their place. Investors reviewing pitches include Dmitry Firskin, Partner at AltaIR, Nikolay Kirpichnikov, Managing Partner at Smart Partnership Capital, along with other top VCs. When: Monday, October 28th. Why attend? 🔸 Sharpen your pitch with real-time investor feedback and discover funding opportunities. 🔸 Meet and network with founders and VCs in a relaxed, open setting. 🔸 Pitch directly to top venture capital firms and experienced investors in attendance. If your startup has a full-time team, a working MVP, and initial traction in B2B/SaaS, FinTech, AI, Future of Work, Productivity Tools, Digital Health, or HR Tech, this is the event for you! How to join pitching: To be considered for pitching, submit your application here: https://lnkd.in/euppSCW3. If selected, you'll receive an email with full instructions. Otherwise, just come at 7 pm to network, learn, and have a great time! Investors are also welcome to attend. Register now: https://cutt.ly/neOx0S5g #techcrunchdisrupt #techcrunchdisrupt2024

❓ Does the space in which you are starting your company accommodate a non-linear pathway to value? I don't know any startup founders whose original plan, proposition and pathway ever turned out exactly as planned. Even if their original conviction as to where value would be was 💯 on the money (and most of the time it's not), how they thought they would build towards that value turned out to be different over time. ❌ 🏃♂️ Startups don't run with the same concept for thousands of days. From the early days, tactics and TAMs are reliably in flux. Uncertainty is at its height in the first year, and founders should expect (and be capable of): 🔺 perennial evolution of strategic thinking, and 🔺 frequent changes in tactics to get to value In my experience the most successful #founders enter into spaces with room for pivots. They go after pools of value that are large enough to accommodate multiple pivots. With the startups that we are trying to build, what we care about is the potential value in the pool, rather than in the specific proposition that we have conviction in on day 1. To get to outsized value, our space of exploration needs to be able to accommodate a non-linear pathway to value. ❓ Do you agree?

In five years, Charlie Bullock has scaled one of Europe’s fastest growing healthcare platforms—Scan.com. When we sat down with him for this month’s Startup Bulletin, here’s what we learned 👇 💡 ‘Sunk cost’ is a fallacy—don’t think about the time/investment already put in to certain projects, think about whether it’s worth continuing to expend energy on it 💡Be wary of relying solely on consumers—consider, can you create a business model that, if you shut off any consumer marketing spend, is still viable? That’s true defensibility 💡Clearly outline employee traits you value—this makes hiring and scaling much easier, and will help you navigate various uncertainties 💡Love the problem, not the solution—even if your product is established in one market, don’t assume it will be in another. Revisiting the problem was key to Scan.com’s successful launch in the US 📩 Read our latest Startup Bulletin here (feat. Charlie’s insights): https://lnkd.in/eCe3_bqb Also in this month’s newsletter: ➡️ Portfolio news from DRIFT Energy Ltd, Endolith, and 54 Collective VC (formerly known as Founders Factory Africa) ➡️Our reading list (ft. The New Yorker, Andreessen Horowitz, Sequoia Capital, and more) ➡️Other opportunities in tech (jobs, events, etc) #fintech #startups #healthtech #founders

Charlie Bullock and the team at Scan.com, one of our portfolio companies, are building one of Europe’s fastest-growing healthcare platforms! In a conversation with co-investors Founders Factory, Charlie shared some invaluable insights from their journey for other startup founders: 💡 Avoid the ‘sunk cost’ fallacy—focus on what drives value moving forward. 💡 Build a business model that’s sustainable even without consumer marketing spend. 💡 Clearly define the traits you value in employees to streamline hiring and scale effectively. 💡 Love the problem, not just the solution—adaptability is key when expanding into new markets. #BackingFounders #StartupSuccess #HealthcareInnovation #ScalingUp #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #PortfolioCompany #HealthTech #StartupInsights #LeadershipTips #ScalingStrategies #FounderAdvice #TechInnovation #SustainableGrowth

Tech Terminal had a fantastic time connecting with innovative startups and investors at LEAP 2024! We were impressed by the groundbreaking ideas presented by the startups. It was a pleasure learning about their work and exploring potential collaboration opportunities. We also enjoyed engaging discussions with other investors, sharing insights and forging new partnerships. Looking ahead, Tech Terminal is excited to continue these conversations and work together to bring these exciting ideas to life! Are you a startup looking for support? Or an investor seeking high-growth opportunities? We encourage you to connect with us and learn more about Tech Terminal and how we can help you achieve your goals : Info@tech-terminal.net #business #innovation #startupbusiness #invest #growth

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Got a groundbreaking idea but not sure how to fuel it? 🤔💡 We've got just the thing to kickstart your venture's engine! We're excited to share our exclusive Pre-Seed Funding Stage database 📈 – tailor-made for innovators like you in the early stages of startup development. Here's a sneak peek of what's inside: 🔍 VC Firm Names & Key Contact Persons: Discover venture capital firms and the main contacts who can open doors for your startup. 📇 Contact Details: Direct emails to get in touch with decision-makers. 📈 Fund Descriptions & Focus: Insights into what investors are looking for and which industries they're interested in. 🌐 Social Media Links: Connect with firms on platforms like LinkedIn and Twitter to stay updated on funding news. 🏢 Locations & Investment Records: Know where these firms are based and their investment history to tailor your pitch. 📊 Portfolio Highlights: Explore which startups have succeeded with their backing to gauge the potential fit for your venture. Want full access? COMMENT below and we'll guide you on how to get your hands on this valuable resource! #PreSeed #StartupFunding #VentureCapital #Innovation #StartupLife #SVIYP #siliconvalleyinyourpocket

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Calling all startup founders who have a full-time team, a working MVP, and initial traction! You won't want to miss this event: Join us at Pitch&Drink in Lisbon, Portugal, on November 11th for an exciting opportunity to pitch your startup directly to investors!  This event follows a speed-dating format: — 2-3 minutes for your pitch — 6-7 minutes for Q&A with investors We're particularly interested in AI projects and startups in the following industries: B2B/SaaS, FinTech, Future of Work, Productivity Tools, Digital Health, or HR Tech. Why attend? 🔸 Sharpen your pitch with real-time feedback from investors 🔸 Build a valuable network of VCs and other founders 🔸 Pitch your startup to top-tier VC firms and explore opportunities in the startup ecosystem After pitching, you'll have time to network with investors and fellow founders in a relaxed, informal setting—ideal for exploring funding opportunities. Ready to pitch? Register now: https://lu.ma/mbt627v7 Investors, we invite you to join as well—come meet promising startups and explore exciting investment opportunities! Register using the link below. This event is organized by P2S.vc in partnership with AltaIR Capital, Yellow Rocks!, Smart Partnership Capital, and I2BF Global Ventures.