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🚀 TechBBQ is right around the corner, Investors & Founders! 🚀 Get ready for focused and meaningful networking with Vicinity, the AI-powered tool by Lab08! Vicinity provides personalized recommendations based on your criteria, helping you connect with the right people at the event. After finding your matches in Vicinity, you can seamlessly connect through Brella to start those key conversations. By using both tools together, you’ll ensure a more efficient and targeted networking experience! 🤝 ✨ 💡 Don’t wait – sign up now to make sure you meet the right founders and investors at TechBBQ! #Vicinity #TechBBQ2024 #Lab08 #NetworkingMadeEasy #Investors #Founders #AIMatchmaking #FocusedNetworking

We have reworked our #earlystage startup stage into a zoo 🦄🦓. Here's why: At Bits & Pretzels we firmly believe into supporting startups from the early days. Therefore, we dedicate a whole stage to them, formerly known as the Spotlight Stage. For #Bits24 we have gathered feedback from last year's attendees and adjusted the concept. The goal: Make it more effective, more interactive and even more fun. 🦄 New Name: Soonicorns & Zebras*. 🦓 Batches of 3 - 5 founders from Seed to Series A on stage. 🦄 Clustered in themes (e.g. #fintech,#sustainability,#AI,#deeptech) 🦓 2-Minute-Pitches followed by a moderated discussion. 🦄 Audience Involvement with interactive elements. Confirmed founders on stage: Alexandre Berriche from Fleet, Isabel Poppek from Alpas AI, Max Linden from lemon.markets, Joel Nordström from Atlar, Natasha Jones from Metris Energy, Khaleeq Aziz from Genaios, Dr. Annika von Mutius from Empion, Ville Leppälä from Huuva, Evan Testa from Roundtable, Amanda Maiwald from Complori, Magnus Drewelies from CEEZER, Romain Libeau from Pivot * Wondering what the animals do here? We challenge our "soonicorn" founders (businesses, scaling up to become a unicorn) to uphold their positions against the "zebra" movement (representing a more balanced approach between financial success & social responsibility).

Drumroll, please ... 🥁🥁🥁 It wouldn’t be a new year without a look back at some of the many incredible, inspirational, wow moments our founders experienced last year. Here's a snapshot of the hundreds of noteworthy moments Techstars founders had all year. 🥁🥁🥁 10. The coveted gold shirt was presented to 61 Techstars portfolio companies in honor of their 2022 exits! 9. BioticsAI (Techstars 2023) won TechCrunch Disrupt Startup Battlefield in September. 8. GlossGenius (Techstars 2015) earned a well-deserved spot on Forbes' prestigious Next Billion Dollar Startups list! 7. Chicago L train riders were treated to Aspen Buckingham’s enthusiastic pitch practice. 6. Zipline (Techstars 2011) CEO Keller Rinaudo Cliffton was featured in an episode of Bloomberg Originals’ Future ready to discuss how Zipline is making the future of drone delivery a reality. 5. Ariana Vargas, CEO STIGMA (Techstars 2022), took the field to throw the first pitch at a Chicago Cubs game! 4. 70,000 Super Bowl fans didn’t have to worry about period products because Aunt Flow (Techstars 2018) product dispensers were installed in all female bathrooms at State Farm Stadium. 3. Preply (Techstars 2015), the online language platform, was featured in Business Insider for its tremendous growth since its founding in 2012 to becoming one of the largest language platforms in the world. 2. Iroko Analytics (Techstars '22) was chosen to lead the First Somali Reforestation Carbon-Credit Plan Supported by the UN. 1. Pixxel (Techstars 2019) was named one of TIME’s best inventions of 2023. Pixxel is revolutionizing the space data industry with the world's highest-resolution hyperspectral Earth imaging satellites and advanced analytics. #VC #Founder #2023Recap #Entreprenuer #Techstars http://tsta.rs/WCBO50Qqb0p

Remember those intense 54-hour sprints we call Techstars Startup Weekend? Well, just like the startup ideas born there, we believe in constant evolution. That's why we're taking our next big step: a community-focused event that brings together the brightest minds from our past weekends and new innovators ready to make their mark. This isn't just another meetup. It's a celebration of how far we've come and a launchpad for where we're going. We're creating a space where ideas continue to flourish, connections deepen, and our community's collective impact on the AI landscape grows stronger. We've received 400 registrations and have carefully selected 173 innovative minds so far, with just 77 spots remaining for those who share our passion for AI and startups. Want to be part of this transformative evening? Head to the comments and click the link to apply. Investors, are you looking for fresh dealflow? Reach out to me directly. Perhaps you'd like to pitch your fund? Our community would love to hear from you! Insoo Chang Naji B. SC Moatti Tara Tan Sasha Krecinic Ti Zhao On August 1st, you'll find: • Visionary founders sharing their post-Startup Weekend success stories • Talented tech professionals from leading companies looking for exciting new challenges • Your potential co-founder or missing puzzle piece for your startup The energy will be electric, fueled by the passion of builders and the excitement of new possibilities in AI. Event Details: Date: August 1st, 2024 Time: 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM PDT Location: Convex, 444 De Haro St, San Francisco Did you build something at our previous event? We want to hear your story! Email info@startupweekendsf.com for a chance to inspire others from our stage. A huge thank you to Wayne Sutton and the Convex team for hosting this pivotal event. Your support fuels the engine of our thriving innovation ecosystem. Join me, Nazar Gulyk and Juliana Chyzhova as we write the next chapter of SF's AI startup story. This is where our community turns ideas into impact, and where the future of tech unfolds before our eyes. #Techstars #TechstarsStartupWeekend #StartupWeekendSF #AI #community

Mark your calendars for July 31st. We are heading to San Francisco for the AI-PitchForce & conference by PeopleConnect. This isn't just another tech gathering—it's a full day packed with unfiltered innovation. AI startups, the dreamers and doers, pitching their hearts out to a panel of sharp-eyed VC and Angel investors. We'll be there, in the thick of it, soaking up the genius and grit that define this industry! This is where the future gets made, and we want you with us on this journey. Keep an eye out for more update!  #Volumio #FutureOfTech #Innovation

Hey Tech Innovators, Are you ready to unlock your full potential as an Engineering Manager? We know the hustle of juggling countless tasks while striving to uplift your team's performance. That's why we're thrilled to introduce the latest MVP of our Berliner Startup Stipendium Tekkr - a game-changer designed specifically for you! TLDR: start by taking Tekkr’s new 3m survey & get your personalized report, benchmark AND a free Tekkr playbook to improve your team’s key growth area! ;) The full story… After 4 years as VP product at Forto, Philipp Römer has made it his mission to empower tech talents and build Tekkr. EMs are often expected to succeed in many areas: Of course - delivering working software - but ALSO upleveling their teams practices and driving continuous improvements. The problem is... EMs are busy with countless tasks! How is hiring going? Have you fixed the latest bug? Why is there churn in your team? How are we implementing AI into our product? What’s the timeline on… It’s a reality that few EMs can find the time to breathe, step back and really think about their team. Tekkr has now launched a first, free product to help Engineering Managers with just that: get a better view on your team dynamics. In just three minutes! For free! Introducing Tekkr's 3-Minute Survey: 🎯 Gain Insights: Understand your team dynamics like never before. 📊 Benchmark Yourself: Compare your strategies with other tech leaders. 📚 Personalized Playbook: Receive actionable insights tailored to your needs. Check the link below to try it out. It is completely free and no sign-up is required! https://lnkd.in/e-4AR2Mt #tech #engineeringmanagement #softwaredevelopment

High-speed AI startup experience at Techstars Startup Weekend San Francisco AI starts tomorrow! June 28-30, 2024 at Convex, San Francisco Here's what to expect: 🧠 Friday: Pitch and Team Up. Present your ideas, vote on the most promising concepts, form diverse teams of 3-5 innovators. 🧩 Saturday: Build and Validate. Develop prototypes, refine business models, receive guidance from expert mentors and coaches. 🎆 Sunday: Pitch and Celebrate. Showcase your startup to judges and investors, demonstrate your progress, network and celebrate your achievements. Why attend? → Transform AI ideas into real products → Collaborate with brilliant minds → Learn from industry experts → Potentially secure partnerships or investments. 💸 Just a couple of early bird tickets left! Don't miss this opportunity to innovate, learn, and network! Bring your friends or make new connections. Remember, diverse perspectives lead to the most impressive MVPs. Register now at https://lnkd.in/eEs92mR8 See you soon, future AI innovators! 🤖💡

CATAPULTING DEEP TECH FOUNDERS FORWARD 🚀   Last week, #Berlin became home to the top-tier of the European deep tech ecosystem. The top 170 early-stage Deep Tech startups, talented entrepreneurs, high-class investors and powerful coporate partners gathered for Deep Tech Momentum, all with one shared goal: to accelerate the growth of Deep Tech Startups across Europe.   In focus: Novel AI, Bio Builder, New Space & Dual Use and Climate 💫   3 days of innovation, collaboration, connections and some serious fundings lie behind us – want to sneak a peek? 👇   #startupberlin #cityofdeeptech

CATAPULTING DEEP TECH FOUNDERS FORWARD 🚀   Last week, #Berlin became home to the top-tier of the European deep tech ecosystem. The top 170 early-stage Deep Tech startups, talented entrepreneurs, high-class investors and powerful coporate partners gathered for Deep Tech Momentum, all with one shared goal: to accelerate the growth of Deep Tech Startups across Europe.   In focus: Novel AI, Bio Builder, New Space & Dual Use and Climate 💫   3 days of innovation, collaboration, connections and some serious fundings lie behind us – want to sneak a peek? 👇   #startupberlin #cityofdeeptech

Don't just take our word for it, trust Mariane Bekker! 😊 🌟 The top reason to attend? To experience the bright smiles of our all-star, female-led panel next Thursday at Plug and Play Tech Center! 🎉! 😄🌟 🚀 AI Founders Connect: You Found, We Connect - A pivotal gathering for AI startups, venture capitalists, and business leaders in Sunnyvale, the beating heart of Silicon Valley. 🎯 Our Audience: - AI Startups: Seeking $5M to $10M for late seed to early Series A ventures. - VCs & Family Offices: Eager to invest $500K to $10M in Silicon Valley's promising AI initiatives. - Business Leaders & Experts: Exploring AI partnerships and integration strategies. 📍 Event Details: - Location: Plug and Play Tech Center, Sunnyvale – Silicon Valley’s unicorn haven. - Date & Time: Starts at 5 PM during our Venture Capital Night. 🗓 Event Agenda: - 5:00 PM: Welcome & Introduction - Set the stage for an insightful evening. - 5:30 PM: VC Panel on AI Investing - Delve into AI investment trends with top VCs alongside Mariane Bekker Jill Sherman Rachna Dayal Jeni Chang Nuné Zadoyan, MBA - 6:00 PM: AI Startup Pitch Session - Startups pitch their projects to investment experts. - 6:30 PM: Networking & Winner Selection - Connect and engage as the 'Most Investable' startup is chosen. - 7:00 PM: Winner Announcement & Extended Networking - Celebrate and mingle! ℹ️ FAQs: - What to bring? Business cards, an open mind, and your pitch. - Dress code? Business casual recommended. - Registration? https://lnkd.in/edb4D4-T - Your contact point? our one and only: Abdelouafi N. 📩 Want to receive exclusive access to founders and VC events happening in Silicon Valley straight to your inbox? Subscribe to the best newsletter at https://lnkd.in/eSMunP-M. See you there! #AI #VentureCapital #SFEvents