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Fueling the future of innovation 💡✨ At Innovations Venture Studio, we don't just wish for success, we make it happen. 💪 Join us on the journey of turning dreams into reality. 🚀 #innovationcapital #ventureforward #makeithappen 🌐 #venturecapital #venturestudio #startupgrowth #businessgrowth #businessfunding

We’re excited to share that Katelyn Foley, President of UP.Labs, recently appeared on the latest episode of Travel Tech Insider 🌐✨ In this discussion, Katelyn, alongside Gaurav Tuli (Partner, F-Prime Capital) and Suzanna Chiu (Head of Amadeus Ventures), dives deep into the current state of venture capital and corporate innovation in the travel tech sector. Key insights include: 🔍 How the innovation landscape has evolved over the past year 📈 Bullish or bearish sentiments on travel, hospitality, and mobility markets 💡 Fundraising strategies for startups in the current climate 🏢 Leveraging new ideas for corporate enterprises to stay ahead The episode also explores different models of fundraising and innovation, from traditional venture capital to corporate venture capital, accelerator programs, and the venture studio model. Give the show a listen! #TravelTechInsider #VentureCapital #Startups #Innovation #UPLabs #UPPartners #Podcast

Happy Tuesday, Pygmalions! This week, we're exploring the evolving role of Demo Days in LatAm's startup ecosystem, from Wayra’s in-person events to Rockstarts' remote spectacles and the disruptive Stonks platform. 👾 Demo Days Transformation: COVID-19 pushed Demo Days online, democratizing access but also introducing new challenges. 💡 Key Insights: Global Reach: Online platforms opened doors for founders to pitch to a worldwide audience. Stonks Revolution: Created urgency among investors, but can it compromise due diligence? Investor Selectivity: Economic downturns mean investors are pickier. Are Demo Days still valuable? Quality vs. Quantity: Vanity metrics often overshadow the true measure of success—closed checks. Sensitive Information: Publicly sharing your fundraising efforts can have drawbacks. How to handle it strategically? 🚀 Pygma’s Experience: Our journey with Demo Days has been a rollercoaster, from launching on Stonks to creating our own platform. We’ve learned valuable lessons about quality connections and the importance of continuous innovation. 🧐 Industry Perspectives: Claudio Barahona Jacobs: Advocates for returning Demo Days to their core purpose—facilitating meaningful connections. 🧐 Investor Insights: Leandro Pisaroni Gerbaldo Pisaroni: Believes Demo Days should serve as showcases but prefers summaries and 1-on-1 speed dating meetings. Miguel Medina (Mike): Suggests fewer, higher-quality Demo Days to avoid oversaturation. Curious to learn more? Dive into our newsletter for an in-depth look at the future of Demo Days and our insights from the frontlines. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/edynrbPK #Fintech #DemoDays #LatAm #Pygma #Entrepreneurship #Startups #VentureCapital

How can we inject more curiosity into our work to foster innovation? 🤔 I would start by meeting with open-minded people. 💜 Yesterday was a whirlwind of excitement at CzechInvest's Eastern Meetup, which I and Petr Zacik attended. Our Contesaur.cz secured a grant in December, and it's never too late to celebrate! Engaging with a dynamic mix of #startups and #CzechInvest representatives, we dove deep into discussions that ranged from the latest industry trends to collaborative opportunities. 😎 We're thrilled to share our journey and extend an invitation to companies seeking to revolutionize their #contentstrategy. Let's harness the power of Contesaur.cz to craft compelling narratives that resonate with your audience and drive results. 🚀 Curious to learn more about our expedition and how it can benefit your business? Reach out today, and let's embark on this transformative journey together! 💜

Our Gerard Kelly joined the #LondonTechWeek stage to chat with Veena Rao and several others about “The Power of Corporate VC Innovation” The conversation explored how corporations can prioritize investing in innovation and how the benefits impact everyone - from the corporates and founders to the overall #tech ecosystem. Check out this recap! ⬇️

About iEvolution, We are a venture studio dedicated to building women-owned ventures that address real world societal changes. Our focus is on aligning with essential needs services, recognising that these fundamental needs persist amidst the evolving dynamics of the world. Join us on our evolutionary journey as we redefine the landscape of venture building. Join us as we Unlock Potentiality 💙.. #imizizievolution #unlockingpotentiality #growthmindset

I was able to attend a very informative webcast by Jacob Dutton and Carlo Mahfouz today.  To understand the immense value of Corporate Venture as a core capability for a company to drive new innovation and create long term success for that entity is important. But more important, is to understand the mistakes these groups are making that lead to their demise.  Market fit vs internal fit is sometimes a large disconnect.   Make sure you spend time to ensure the internal fit of the venture is there…don’t just get enamored with what the market is promising. Determine your north star first, then innovate! #venturestudio #innovation #corporateventures https://lnkd.in/e6pGUqat

Solving Your Toughest Business Challenges! starting innovation studio, I learnt research is what one of the major foundations that we need to embrace especially when it is focus solving the target audience problems. Venture Studios - Struggling with ideation bottlenecks? - Need rapid prototyping to stay ahead? - Seeking foolproof market validation strategies? Venture Capital - Wrestling with investment uncertainties? - Craving validated, high-potential ventures? - Longing for a partner in risk assessment? Five-Time Founders - Overwhelmed with scaling challenges? - Craving innovative structures and processes? - Yearning for a culture that fosters sustained success? CEOs of Large Corporations - Battling stagnation in innovation? - Need a transformative Industry X strategy? - Struggling to infuse innovation into corporate DNA? What do innovation studio - solutions with our core capabilities #InnovationChallenges #BusinessSolutions #VentureSuccess #CEOInnovation #IndustryXInsights

🚀 Exciting News Alert! Our brainchild, SEN-TECH, is blazing a trail straight to the top! 🚀 🎉 We're thrilled to announce that SEN-TECH has clinched its spot in the electrifying final rounds of the Battle of Green Talents, hosted by none other than EIT InnoEnergy! 🌱💡 SEN-Tech isn't just a game-changer; it's a revolution in the making! 🔄 By ingeniously repurposing used EV batteries for stationary applications, we're spearheading the charge towards a greener, more sustainable energy landscape. 💚🔋 But that's not all! SEN-Tech aims to lead the charge with a 100% circular economy focus. 🔄 We're not just renting out refurbished batteries; we're offering an end-to-end solution that includes monitoring, maintenance, and personalized support. 🛠️📊 From start to finish, we wish to ensure a seamless integration that sets the standard for sustainability and efficiency. Transparency is our middle name! 🌟 We adhere to strict refurbishment criteria, and our live monitoring and predictive maintenance services keep everything running smoothly, every step of the way. 📈💡 Join us on this exhilarating journey as we pave the way for a brighter, greener future! 🌟🌱 Together, we're not just imagining change; we're making it happen, one refurbished battery at a time. 💪🔋 A huge round of applause 👏👏👏 is in order for our incredible team members, Charalambos-Marios Xydas, Jordi Yherla, and Pascal Timmann! 🌟👨🔬👨💼👨🔧 Here's to an electrifying final round! 🎉 Let's show the world what SEN-Tech is made of! 💥🔋 #SENTECH #GreenTalents #CircularEconomy #InnovationLeadership