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Are you a tech founder looking to enter the Asia Pacific market? Learn more about the upcoming Tech West England Advocates trade mission to Hong Kong in October for the StartmeupHK Festival. Follow links for more info and details on 1st July webinar to learn more: 👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇 #tech #HongKong #startups #apac

🚀 Unlocking the Secret to Dutch Tech Success 🇳🇱💡 The Netherlands has emerged as a powerhouse in the tech world, and it's time to uncover why Dutch tech is so successful! 🌟 🌐 Innovation Ecosystem: The Dutch tech landscape thrives on collaboration, with a strong network of startups, investors, and universities fostering innovation. 💼 Talent Magnet: The Netherlands attracts top global talent, thanks to its high quality of life and diverse work opportunities. 🌍 Global Perspective: Dutch tech companies have a global mindset from day one, facilitating international expansion. 📈 Government Support: A tech-friendly government supports R&D, offering tax incentives and grants to fuel growth. ⚙️ Dutch Precision: Attention to detail and precision are embedded in Dutch culture, enhancing product quality. What do YOU think makes Dutch tech so successful? #DutchTechSuccess #InnovationHub #TechInNetherlands #JoinTheDiscussion 🚀

It is my privilege to announce a great moment for Latin American companies looking to expand their horizons. The London Tech Week 2024 stands as a global celebration, bringing together Europe's leading tech talent. With the UK tech sector now valued at an impressive $1 trillion, this event promises unparalleled opportunities to connect with influential venture capitalists, angel investors, global leaders, startup founders, and other significant figures in the tech industry. This year, we expect to welcome 45,000 participants across more than 200 events, covering essential topics like AI, Security and Data, Green Innovation, and Climate Technology. These discussions are crucial for any tech company aiming to make a significant impact in today's world. Our Department for Business and Trade's Investment Team in Latin America has organized a mission specifically for Latin American companies aiming to internationalise their business in the UK. This initiative provides an invaluable chance to gain insights into entering the British market, establishing, and scaling your company effectively. For registration and more information: https://lnkd.in/dqhnpUNv Let's make this event a cornerstone for future collaboration and success in the tech industry. This is also a great opportunity to remind you about our Unicorn Kingdom Pathfinder Awards, an open competition for scale up tech innovators providing real-world solutions across the globe. If you're one of them, I encourage you to visit great.gov.uk/ukpa to apply. #LondonTechWeek #Innovation #GlobalTech #Startups

Wow where do I begin? Phenomenal opening to #BirminghamTechWeek. The morning started with the official relaunch of TechNation! Founders Forum Group CEO @CarolynDawson set out the vision for “Tech Nation 2.0”. Now operating as part of the Founders Forum Group, it will carry over four of its predecessor’s startup growth programmes. They are Libra, a programme for ethnic minority founders; Rising Stars, a competition for early-stage startups; The Climate Programme, an initiative for climate tech companies; and Future Fifty, a programme for late-stage businesses. Key takeaways from Andy Street and Matt Hammond -144 thousand people employed in tech in the Midlands -Global West Midlands programme very successful. 181 FDI projects - 61 of those are in Birmingham -West Midlands is the “beating heart of global tech centre” - central location -great access to talent through 8 universities and 12 higher education colleges. - “Go sell the story” - Solid advice from Melissa Snover and Nick Holzherr on how to grow your tech business - more training needed to prepare for fundraising - Hire people who have “done it before” at the level you are aiming for -undertake as much due diligence on an investor as they are doing on you - time is your biggest investment in growing your business - don’t waste it with investors who don’t have the money -when starting up seek angel Investors for their expertise and they can also connect you to relevant venture capitalists for next stage - find a buddy to grow your business What next to help grow the ecosystem from Martin Ward - Tech Commissioner for the West Midlands- Birmingham’s tech ecosystem is set to benefit from a £1m investment from TechWM the not-for-profit startup advocacy group. “To grow the tech ecosystem we need ruthless collaboration and decisive leadership TechWM prepared to take accountability for this “ Launching tech and digital advisory board programme (first topic AI), Tech Accelerator shop front operating as starting point to ecosystem and also Tech showcase with news, views and links. And this is just the first event!! #BirminghamTechWeek is the largest event in the UK of its kind. For details on the rest of the week check out: https://lnkd.in/egyRvs7b Victoria Pargetter-Garner Paul Faulkner Pauline Roche Cliff Dennett Yiannis Maos MBE Naomi N. Mabs Ali Pam Sheemar CCIB J.P Pam Waddell OBE Phil Smith Carolyn Dawson Erin Platts Naeem Alvi-Assinder Tara Attfield-Tomes Henrietta Brealey Sam Allen-Ralph Katharine Fuller Daniel E. Naeem Arif, MBA, Agile Kate Allan (Walker) Gosia Dzierdzikowska Beth McLeod Cas Majid Chris Meah Craig McVoy Anthony Darch Ed James 🚀 Fiona Latter MILM, MIoE Gaynor Matthews Harinder Kunor Mark Smith

News | Mission French Tech and CCI France International sign partnership agreement The French tech mission and CCI France international have just signed a deal that will strengthen the existing relationships between the two organisations. Globally there are over 40 French tech and French chambers working together already. Making this deal a natural fit. What this deal accomplishes is creating local and international opportunities for French tech start ups. Supporting emerging French tech start ups, with programs that invest in technologies that France needs especially. The collaboration will expose French tech to the international markets, which means they’ll have access to a wider pool of investors, fresh markets with new talent that comes with fresh ideas. For more information, check the article here: https://lnkd.in/gy5pRtZN

A few weeks ago, at the France Digitale Day, Rebecca Ravenni had the pleasure to meet with Helen O Reilly to share more insights about our Techstars Sustainability Paris journey. Since the beginning of 2022, 48 investments in companies in the Sustainability and Climate space passed through our accelerator and our now expanding their businesses. From analyzing how Techstars investment terms work, to explaining the reasons why Paris became the international hub for sustainability, Rebecca Ravenni shared some insights on the immense strides being made in the French tech space and cited a few of our French ventures KUMULUS WATER, Bib Batteries, HelioRec. Check out the full spotlight interview with Rebecca Ravenni to get a firsthand look at the exciting developments in the French tech scene and how Techstars Sustainability Paris is playing a pivotal role in nurturing innovation and entrepreneurship. If you are wondering about applying to Techstars Sustainability Paris March Program, you should not miss this reading! Click below 👇 Iheb Triki , CFA, Mohamed Ali Abid, Polina Vasilenko, Pierre-Amans Lapeyre, Martin Vaz, Raphaele Leyendecker Fabbri, Matteo Goffredo, Marta Valentini #FDDay #Innovation #Tech #Entrepreneurship #FranceTech #InvestmentOpportunities

These are the 5 VC events I will be attending over the next few months. 🙌 Event season is in full swing, and I've been looking for the most relevant conferences for pre-seed B2B SaaS startup investors. Here's where I'll be: 👉 World Mobile Congress Barcelona / 4YFN (February 26-28): A massive event with an impressive investor track. Great side events & Barcelona is always a great trip! 👉 Zero One Hundred Conferences (PE & VC Platform) in Vienna (Feb 28-29): The hotspot for VC/PE investors, especially those focused on Central and Eastern Europe. 👉 Start Summit in Switzerland (March 20-22): If you're into early-stage investing, this is the place to be. 👉 EWOR Connect in France (April): A more intimate setting with a fantastic community vibe. 👉May is open for now, so I'm all ears for your suggestions! 👉 ViennaUp (June 3-9) is coming up & I'm thinking about attending London Tech Week (June 10-14). 🤔 These events are where ideas meet capital and connections turn into collaborations. If you're attending or have other must-visit events in mind, let's talk! ✨ What would you add to this list? 👇 Will add the event links in the comments. 👇 #VentureCapital #StartupEvents #NetworkingOpportunities

❗️❗️ Last Chance to Register for the 30-day “Space Challenge”! 🚀 🌌 Challenge your idea for applications in one of the fastest-growing industries globally - Space Industry! No prior knowledge of space economy required! The program will give you a chance to discover whether your business idea or project has a role to play in the space industry - now opening doors to businesses from non-space sectors with new opportunities, and increasing the number of support mechanisms for space-related ventures. You will understand whether you qualify to join the future ESA-BIC in Latvia (lead by Commercialization Reactor), as well as other space-related programmes. Benefit from the program by getting understanding of: ✅ the space industry and the "NewSpace" economy, its opportunities and needs; ✅ how to find a place for your company or project in the space industry and the “NewSpace” economy; ✅ whether the technology has applications in the space industry; ✅ how to develop ideas; ✅ how to seek available funding. The program structure: 🎓 Lecture (15.02, 16:00 EET): without going too much into detail, you’ll learn what the space industry is about today to help you navigate this domain. 🚀 30-day challenge: daily targeted tasks to discover your business niche within the space industry, with support of our team and a final pitch. Best suited for: 🏆Tech Startups 🏆Deep-tech Startups 🏆Researchers 🏆Space Enthusiasts Find Your Place in Space! 🎟 Register here: https://lnkd.in/dEkr7_xv 📅 Program dates: 15.02-21.03.2024 ❗️ Registration closes: 14.02.2024 📍 Where? Online 🛰️ Fees: 50 EUR / free of charge for CR Community ✔️ Language: English 🌐Web: https://lnkd.in/dvvtFb74 The “Space Challenge” is organised by the Commercialization Reactor, in cooperation with the LAIK - Latvian Space Industry Association.

💥 Just 4 weeks to go! 💥 Wales Tech Week 2023 is approaching at lightning speed, and the anticipation is gathering incredible momentum. The magnitude of what we're going to experience is incredible - a week that will redefine the future of tech, one idea, one connection, and one innovation at a time. I can't emphasise enough the opportunities that await you at Wales Tech Week. From inspiring sessions to cutting-edge exhibitions, this is where some of the world's tech leaders, innovators, business professionals, entrepreneurs and investors converge. It's the pulse of innovation, a hub of knowledge, and a springboard for unparalleled growth. Don't let this opportunity pass you by. Every moment counts, every conversation matters, and every idea has the potential to shape the future. Join us, because missing out is simply not an option. Secure your spot now: www.walestechweek.com See you there! 🚀🌟 #WalesTechWeek #WelshTech #TechCommunity

Great Article - Great Event - Great news 👇👇 London’s credentials as a tech leader remain very strong. The capital ranks joint second globally in terms of the best start-up ecosystems for tech companies, behind only Silicon Valley. It continues to lead as Europe’s number one tech hub, with London start-ups raising almost as much investment last year as the next three European cities (Paris, Stockholm, and Berlin) combined... #LDNtechmanifesto