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A coordinated pan-European strategy can foster start-up successes and drive economic growth and innovation. Here are three strategies how Europe's start-up ecosystem could keep up with the rest: https://lnkd.in/eXD7rfaS #EuropeanStartups #bits23 #BitsandPretzels

A coordinated pan-European strategy can foster start-up successes and drive economic growth and innovation. Here are three strategies how Europe's start-up ecosystem could keep up with the rest: https://lnkd.in/dPFG6ARX #EuropeanStartups #bits23 #BitsandPretzels

🚀 Welcoming Francesco Cerruti to GovTech Forum: Championing Technological Growth in Italy We're excited to have Francesco Cerruti General Director of Italian Tech Alliance, as a speaker at the GovTech Forum. Since May 2020, Francesco has been leading Italian Tech Alliance, an association dedicated to investing in and innovating new technologies to stimulate growth in Italy. Francesco Cerruti: A Guide in Venture Capital and Innovation - 💼 Driving Italian Tech Alliance: Under his leadership, Italian Tech Alliance represents and promotes the interests of venture capital funds and corporate venture capital, business angels, family offices, startups, and innovative SMEs, fostering a dynamic ecosystem of technological advancement in Italy. - 🌐 International Experience: Before joining Italian Tech Alliance, Francesco led the European team at TPA Research and spent five years at the European Parliament, bringing a wealth of international perspective to his current role. Educational and Professional Achievements: - 🎓 Academic Excellence: Francesco holds a Master's in Global Politics from the London School of Economics and Political Sciences and another in Political Science from the Università degli Studi di Milano. - 🌟 Global Recognition: Selected as a Fellow by the Schmidt Futures International Strategy Forum in 2022, and a participant in the International Visitor Leadership Programme on Global Economic Cooperation by the US State Department in 2018. Francesco Cerruti's insights into venture capital, innovation, and international cooperation are invaluable to the Govtech Forum, offering a unique perspective on technology's role in national growth. 📅 February 28th 2024 📍Via Arcivescovo Calabiana 6, 20139 Milan Link to sign up: https://lnkd.in/eiSgmF8T #GovTechForum #TechLeadership #ItalianInnovation #VC #investors #venturecapital #angelinvestor #govtech #GF24 #ecosystem

Are you at the helm of an innovative company❓ Don’t confine your aspirations only to national and local collaborations or grant competitions exclusive to Polish companies ❗ Step into the broader arena by participating in the #HE4Business event series, where we’ll demonstrate the immense value of exploring Horizon Europe. 💡 📑 🎯 💶 Innovation knows no bounds, and Horizon Europe opens doors to collaboration with major players in the European innovation ecosystem. This program provides access to expansive markets and facilitates securing substantial financing through grants and venture capital investments. 𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧? 𝗪𝗛𝗘𝗡? 𝗪𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘? 𝗛𝗘𝟰𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 – 𝗙𝗲𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟲, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 Join us at the Marriott Hotel in Warsaw for an insightful conference. Delve into the offerings of the European Innovation Council (#EIC) with the participation of representatives from the European Innovation Council (EIC) and the European Investment Bank (#EIB). Explore the possibilities of securing R&D financing within thematic clusters and partnerships. Network with companies experienced in Horizon Europe, and participate in practical workshops focusing on essential skills for promoting your company, including effective business presentation techniques (pitching). You are offered to follow three thematic tracks: EIC info session (for deep tech SMEs, incl. startups) #EIT info session (for companies, SMEs as potential EIT KIC’s partners) Thematic calls and European Partnerships (for big companies and SMEs) More information can be found at https://lnkd.in/dtj2F2b6 #HE #Business #HE4Business

🌱 In the latest autumn 2023 issue of Life in Estonia magazine, the spotlight is on #GreenTech. Among other inspiring stories, Sille Pettai provides an overview of the Green Fund's activities and investments. SmartCap invests into greentech companies, which develop innovative and research-intensive technologies, through dedicated greentech funds as well as through its direct investment programme. At the moment, SmartCap is in the negotiations stage with two private fund managers, who shall establish two funds focused on green technologies. In parallel, SmartCap Green Fund has made direct investments into 5 Estonian startups dedicated to climate goals. 🌍 Read more: https://lnkd.in/dhb-EgTB #greentech #innovation #climatechange

🌟 Exciting Insights from the Financing Event Organized by Mikkelin kehitysyhtiö Miksei Oy - Mikkeli Development Miksei Ltd 🌟 Yesterday, we had the fantastic opportunity to be part of an influential event focused on the financing of company development and investments. Organized by Miksei, this gathering brought together a diverse group of 50 companies, all keen to explore new financial avenues and growth strategies. 💡 Expert Insights and Valuable Knowledge We were privileged to hear from experts at Business Finland, the ELY-keskus - Centre for Economic Development, Transport and the Environment, and Veej’jakaja. Their presentations provided us with updated and comprehensive information on financial support options available in Finland. The depth and breadth of knowledge shared were truly impressive, offering fresh perspectives and actionable insights. 🚀 Support for Every Stage of Growth What stood out to me the most was the extensive range of financial support available in Finland, catering to businesses at different stages of their journey. Whether it's for start-ups, Small and Medium-sized Companies (SMCs), or established enterprises, there's a wealth of options to explore. This level of support is crucial in meeting the varied needs and potentials of businesses, helping them to unlock new opportunities and achieve sustainable growth. 🤝 A Gathering of Like-Minded Professionals The event was not just about gaining information; it was a platform for networking and sharing experiences with fellow professionals. The diversity of companies present created a rich tapestry of ideas and perspectives, making it a fertile ground for collaboration and innovation. 🙏 A Heartfelt Thank You I'd like to extend my deepest gratitude to Sanna Paavilainen from Mikkelin kehitysyhtiö Miksei Oy - Mikkeli Development Miksei Ltd, Marko Ylikorpi from Business Finland and Outi Kaihola from ELY-keskus - Centre for Economic Development, Transport and the Environment, and all other expert speakers for organizing such an enlightening event. It's gatherings like these that reinforce my appreciation for Finland's commitment to supporting business growth and innovation. 🔗 Looking Forward As we move forward, I'm excited to apply these learnings and explore the myriad of financial supports available. Here's to continued growth and success in our respective ventures at iQneiform! #BusinessGrowth #Financing #StartUpSupport #EnterpriseDevelopment #Innovation #Networking #MikseiEvent

Unicorn Night at Estonia Business School was an enlightening experience! We delved into the key aspects of growing a company to Unicorn status in just a few years. One crucial point highlighted was the necessity to operate in industries with substantial markets like transportation, health, or energy. During the event, #PeterVesterbacka shed light on why achieving the American dream is easier in Estonia and Finland. Curious to learn more? Watch the video for valuable insights! #UnicornNight #EstoniaBusinessSchool #CompanyGrowth #IndustryInsights #BusinessDevelopment

🚀 Elevate Your Innovations with the Feng SMART Path Program 🚀 Euroleader invites U.S. SMEs to explore a golden opportunity in the European market through the Feng SMART Path program. Strategic grant initiative designed to fuel innovative projects within Polish enterprises. This program unfolds through seven dynamic modules, including R&D, Innovation Implementation, and Digitization, sculpting a future where businesses are technologically advanced, sustainable, and globally competitive. 📅 Key Dates: Program Announcement: November 2023 Application Deadline: February 8th, 2024 Why Engage? 💵 Uncapped Grant Awards with a funding rate of up to 80%. ✨ Prestigious Collaborations: Forge alliances with renowned Polish universities and research entities, adding a layer of prestige and credibility to your consortium. 🌍 Market Validation: Validate your innovations in the European market, ensuring a seamless fit and adoption. Navigating through the Feng SMART Path necessitates a strategic alliance, particularly between SMEs and research entities, ensuring equitable distribution of knowledge and potential revenue among all partners. At Euroleader, we're not just offering a service; we're extending a partnership, ensuring your transition into the Polish market is smooth, compliant, and stress-free. 📞 Explore the path ahead with Euroleader, your guiding hand in navigating through the complexities of international grants and establishing a presence in a new market. Schedule a FREE 30-min Discovery Call 🔗 www.euroleader.com #InnovateWithEuroleader #CollaborateInPoland #FengSMARTPath #SMEsShine #EuropeanMarket #DynamicModules #RDInnovation #PrestigiousPartnerships #InnovationValidation #CostCoverageOpportunity #ExploreWithUs #FreeDiscoveryCall #UnlockEuropeanOpportunities #InnovateCollaborateElevate #EuroleaderPartnership #StrategicInnovation

🥳Now, it’s time to meet our #IamPitching competition participants. In this post, we introduce WebGPT from the Czech Republic. 🚀WebGPT crafts your professional website in just two minutes—simply provide your business details and let automation handle the rest. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dvusXTBc Click on the video to open it on YouTube then hit the thumbs-up button on the startup’s video pitch to support them in winning special prizes in the program. 🏆🥇 The organisers: OUVC - Venture Capital & Venture Studio, Accelpoint, Insane Business Ideas, Rivne IT Cluster   The project is co-financed by the Governments of Czechia, Hungary, Poland, and Slovakia through Visegrad Grants from the International Visegrad Fund. The mission of the fund is to advance ideas for sustainable regional cooperation in Central Europe. #InnovationJourney #ProfessionalDevelopment #Entrepreneurship #MentorshipMagic #VisegradFund

East Coast and Startup Estonia DeepTech Study trip is done, next destination - San Fransisco and SOCAP Global with Mārtiņš Pjalkovskis and Ruta L.! 💛 🇺🇸 When we first started talking about taking part in the BAFF alumni program where you can apply to attend a conference in the US, we had different plans - and some of them were canceled and we were searching for the right one. We found SOCAP Global, the fantastic flagship event in the Impact Economy - so everything that interests us. Everything around impact, and especially for me the DEI, impact investing, ESGs, sustainability, and regional development in those fields. Oh boy, it is going to be an intensive program, but a super interesting one. So happy I'm also going to meet with Richard Horning, Chairman Emeritus of Silicon Vikings and previous honorary consul of Estonia. And that we're going to meet with Asta Sendonaris, board director of BAFF in Palo Alto. The plan is also to visit Plug and Play Tech Center and attend as many cool side events as we possibly can. Baltic-American Freedom Foundation - we are extremely grateful for this opportunity (and all the others before!) and hope to bring home some knowledge and good contacts that will strengten the ties of US and the Baltics! Californiaaa, here we come ☀️🥳 #SOCAPGlobal #ImpactInvesting #ESG #Sustainability #SanFrancisco