Impact Shakers’ Post

🌟 Youth Summit 2024: Ecosystem Partner Companies Announcement 🌟 We are thrilled to unveil our incredible partners for this year's summit! This event promises to be extraordinary, and we are excited to introduce the visionary companies driving innovation and growth in the startup ecosystem. 🤝 *Partner Highlight: Investt Trust* 🤝 🚀 *About Investt Trust:* Investt Trust is transforming the startup investment landscape with its unique online community approach. Here’s why they are a game-changer: 💡 *Curated Investment Opportunities:* Investt Trust connects investors with carefully vetted startups from diverse industries, ensuring high-quality investment options. 🌐 *Collaborative Investment:* Join forces with strategic investors and successful founders, increasing the likelihood of achieving successful outcomes and fostering a supportive investment community. 🔍 *Thorough Vetting Process:* Startups are meticulously screened and filtered, so investors can confidently invest in the most promising ventures. 🌍 *Global Network:* Tap into a global network of industry experts, mentors, and fellow investors, gaining invaluable insights and building meaningful connections. 👩💼 *Strategic Support:* Beyond funding, Investt Trust provides startups with access to strategic guidance and mentorship from experienced professionals. 💼 *Diverse Portfolio:* Investors can diversify their portfolios by investing in startups across various sectors, minimizing risk and maximizing potential returns. 🎉 *Why Attend?* This summit is a unique opportunity to connect with leaders at the forefront of innovation and entrepreneurship. Whether you're a student, a young professional, or an aspiring entrepreneur, joining us will provide valuable insights and practical guidance to excel in the startup world. 🔗 [Link to Event Details]-https://lnkd.in/gBrMZW7S #YouthSummit2024 #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #InvesttTrust #StartupInvestment #CommunityInvesting #GlobalNetwork #StrategicGuidance #RUAS #Bangalore Divya Varma Farooq H. 🎟️ Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn, connect, and grow with the best in the industry! 🚀

Opportunities for Impact Startups 🌱 1) The BOOKBRIDGE program, in partnership with WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management, offers aspiring social entrepreneurs in Europe the opportunity to transform their vision into a business. Over the course of 6 months, participants will receive hands-on support from a team of MBA students to develop their leadership and business skills, refine their social venture ideas, and pitch for investment to get their projects off the ground. Deadline: 15 Sept (video application) | 30 Sept (full application) 2) Marc Impact Network offers financial readiness training, impact scaling support, and community building, as well as introductions to a pool of relevant impact investors. It is aimed at everyone who contributes to the common good through entrepreneurship, whether it is social, cultural, environmental or any other positive impact. Deadline: 15 Sept 3) Applications for Female Founder Office Hours at the WVC:E Summit are officially live! This is the first in-person edition of Playfair FFOH that will take place in Paris on Oct 7th. 20 founders will have the chance to meet with 20 of the most influential and supportive European VCs. Deadline: 25 Sept 4) The Discover Vienna programme is your gateway to Vienna's thriving business and innovation landscape - get to know Vienna's startup ecosystem, discover new opportunities and connect to local and international ecosystem players. International startups in the fields of GreenTech & Sustainable Energy, sustainable applications in Robotics, Quantum Technologies or Space Exploration and Sustainable Finance or Investment models are invited to apply. The programme takes place in Vienna from November 25-29 2024. Deadline: 29 Sept 5) Female Founders Fundraising Academy, an initiative by Huge Thing is looking for 16 dynamic female founders with Polish or Ukrainian citizenship who have already proven their skills in running successful startups and are now ready to take their ventures to the next level. FFFA2 provides an incredible opportunity to develop crucial fundraising and scaling skills through workshops, mentoring, and 1-on-1 sessions. You’ll also gain access to top mentors, VC speed dating, and the exclusive Female Founders Club! Deadline: 30 Sept #opportunities #awards #grants #accelerator

When you think of a pitch to an investor, what do you imagine? A closed room with a panel of serious business men or maybe an elevator pitch! ISF is reimagining this space and bringing innovation to investor – startup bonding. Envision yourself sharing your story over a great lunch, surrounded by lush greenery and nature. That's exactly how ISF treated their startups and investors at the Bhadrachalam boat camp event. International Startup Foundation, has just wrapped this unforgettable retreat at Bhadrachalam, and we're buzzing with excitement to share the highlights with you all! Here is the video where our founder, J A Chowdary (JA), shares how ISF is reinventing the startup space and what it aims to accomplish this year. Listen to him as he explains his vision to help startups not just with funding but also with tangible business opportunities. Here are the key takeaways: >> ISF is all about reimagining and reinventing the startup space. The Boat Camp is a result of innovative thinking of the ISF Team inspired by the vision to reinvent investor-startup bonding. >> This is the inaugural ISF retreat, bringing together startups, investors, CXOs, and women entrepreneurs in a landmark event. >> ISF Facilitated networking over peaceful luncheons, where startups presented their ideas, attracting investments and establishing key business relationships instantly. >> Participants visited the splendid Bhadrachalam temple, also enjoying the forest's calm beauty, which provided unforgettable experiences. >>Reaffirmed our commitment to nurturing young talent globally, through the ISF Junicon initiative to support young innovators under 16, showcasing their inspiring potential. Dr. Siva Mahesh Tangutooru Deenanath Harapanahalli Seshadri Vangala Shaker Dixit Sathyendra Kumar Vamshi Kotla ⭐Venu Madhav Gottupulla⭐ Tarun Ghulati https://lnkd.in/g5Jfmxi5

🚀 Surprising Facts about Startups in Denmark & Gen Z 🌍💡 Denmark might be small, but it’s a powerhouse when it comes to innovation, especially with its vibrant startup ecosystem—and guess who's shaping the future? Gen Z! Here are some fascinating facts connecting Danish startups and the youngest generation of entrepreneurs: 🇩🇰 Denmark’s Startup Scene is Booming: Did you know that Copenhagen ranks among the top 20 cities in Europe for startups? From tech to sustainability, Danish companies are pushing boundaries and attracting international talent. 👩💻 Gen Z: The Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow: Gen Z is redefining entrepreneurship. A whopping 72% of Gen Zers dream of starting their own businesses. In Denmark, this is becoming a reality with the government’s support for innovation and youth entrepreneurship programs. 🌱 Sustainability at the Core: Danish startups are global leaders in green tech. Interestingly, Gen Z values sustainability more than any previous generation, with over 60% willing to pay more for eco-friendly products. This is driving startups to innovate with purpose. 💡 Tech-Savvy & Purpose-Driven: Gen Z is the most digitally connected generation, and Danish startups are leveraging this. They’re using cutting-edge technologies like AI and blockchain to create solutions that matter—not just in business, but in society as a whole. Fun fact: In Denmark, nearly 40% of startup founders are under 35, and many of them are already partnering with Gen Z talent to shape the future of work and innovation! 🤯 The future looks bright with Gen Z and Denmark’s startup ecosystem at the helm—innovating, creating, and leading with purpose. 🌟 #StartupsDenmark #GenZEntrepreneurs #Innovation #Sustainability #TechForGood #FutureOfWork

🚀 Exciting News! The Belgium Impact Startup Awards Website is Live! 🌐 After our teaser post, just one month ago, and your incredible feedback, we are thrilled to announce the official launch of the Belgium Impact Startup Awards website and the opening of applications! 🥇🥈🥉 https://lnkd.in/edB4ak7r Why are we doing this? Following the success of our first Edition of Speed Scaling, we heard you loud and clear: "We want more business matches!" 🤝 This inspired us to create a platform where startups and scale-ups can connect directly with large corporations, addressing critical sustainability challenges together. Our Goals: 1️⃣ Pitching Opportunities: Providing more startups the chance to present their innovative solutions to industry leaders. 2️⃣ Relevance: Ensuring these startups align with the sustainability goals of large corporations. 3️⃣ Elevate: Fostering our Belgian startup and innovative ecosystem 🇧🇪 💪. How You Can Get Involved: 👉 Startups/Scale-ups: Apply now to showcase your solutions and drive impactful collaborations. 👉 Corporates: Join us in the Category Industry Expert Juries to discover cutting-edge innovations that can help you meet your sustainability targets. 🌟 Let's Make an Impact Together! 🌟 Visit our website https://lnkd.in/edB4ak7r to learn more and submit your application. Thank you for your continuous support and engagement. Let's build a brighter, #sustainable future together! PS: Be Indulgent, I made the website myself at night so do not hesitate to share feedback in DM. Let's scale it up! 👏 #startups #scaleups #buildingbridges

On behalf of the Sri Lanka Professional Association in Japan (SLPAJ), we are excited to invite you to participate in Startup Kakehashi 2024, an event organized to support innovative Sri Lankan startups in connecting with investors and expanding their reach. About Startup Kakehashi: Kakehashi, meaning "building bridges," is our annual platform for startups to pitch their ideas to global investors, enhance networking opportunities, and gain exposure to a broader market. Now in its third year, the program has been a launching pad for many promising ventures. Why participate? ・100,000 JPY prize for the winning team ・An opportunity to connect with global investors ・A chance to join a renowned deep tech accelerator program ・Workshops to sharpen your pitch and approach to investors ・Engage with business leaders and experts from around the world We’ve designed the program to ensure that participating startups receive practical, hands-on guidance through workshops and valuable exposure through pitching events. Event Outline: ・Workshops: Two sessions focusing on preparing your pitch deck and approaching investors ・Pitching Event 1: Preliminary round to select top startups for the finals ・Finals: A panel of judges and potential investors will evaluate the finalists Key Information: Registration Deadline: October 27th, 2024 Register Here: https://lnkd.in/g_RMYXve This is a great opportunity to showcase your startup and connect with key players in the global startup ecosystem. For more details please do have a look at our proposal and registration poster. We encourage you to register and look forward to your participation. #tracecommunity

【Now accepting applications for the Global Pitch Competition!】Awards including a prize of 1,000,000 yen! Amount equivalent to travel expenses will be provided!   The Asia Next Unicorn Award, a pitch competition for startups that have raised more than 100 million yen in total, is now open for challengers!   Fukuoka City is hosting an event that will bring more than 2,000 startups, VCs, and others from around the world to Fukuoka! Last year, the event was held as "ASCENSION2023" and over 1,500 visitors from around the world attended the two-day event, where 14 startups from 7 countries and regions competed in the pitch competition.   <Event Outline> ○Date: Wednesday, October 9 & Thursday, October 10, 2024 ○Venue: Daimyo Garden City, Fukuoka Growth Next, GrowthⅠ, Daimyo Conference ○Contents: Pitch Competition, Talk Sessions, Booth Exhibition, Business Matching, Networking ○Visitors: Approx. 2,000 (to be expected) ○Fukuoka City Website: https://lnkd.in/gaeGQXi7   <Asia Next Unicorn Award Application Guidelines> ○Eligibility of Application: - Startups that have raised a cumulative total of 100 million yen* (equivalent) or more; - Have a base in Fukuoka, are receiving VC investment in Fukuoka or collaborating with business companies in Fukuoka, or are aiming to do so; ○Judging Criteria: - Potential to grow as a unicorn company within 3 years; - Have a business presence or plan to do business in Asia, including Japan. ○Judges: VCs in the U.S., Asia, Europe and Japan (TBD) ○Application Form: https://lnkd.in/g7k5hpHz ○Deadline: Monday, August 19, 2024 ○Benefits of Participation: - Allowance equivalent to travel expenses to Fukuoka City - Free booth to exhibit at the event & admission pass - Assistance in business matching with VCs and corporations This is an excellent opportunity to network with Japanese & overseas VCs and corporations, so please don't miss out and apply for the competition!      

Strategic success of a Polish start-up. Only 2 start-ups from Poland are among the top 103 from around the world.  MassChallenge is the strongest promoter of innovation for bold entrepreneurs. Way to go AlphaPowders! #AlphaPowders

【Now accepting applications for the Global Pitch Competition!】Awards including a prize of 1,000,000 yen! Amount equivalent to travel expenses will be provided! The Asia Next Unicorn Award, a pitch competition for startups that have raised more than 100 million yen in total, is now open for challengers! Fukuoka City is hosting an event that will bring more than 2,000 startups, VCs, and others from around the world to Fukuoka! Last year, the event was held as "ASCENSION2023" and over 1,500 visitors from around the world attended the two-day event, where 14 startups from 7 countries and regions competed in the pitch competition. <Event Outline> ○Date: Wednesday, October 9 & Thursday, October 10, 2024 ○Venue: Daimyo Garden City, Fukuoka Growth Next, GrowthⅠ, Daimyo Conference ○Contents: Pitch Competition, Talk Sessions, Booth Exhibition, Business Matching, Networking ○Visitors: Approx. 2,000 (to be expected) ○Fukuoka City Website: https://lnkd.in/gaeGQXi7 <Asia Next Unicorn Award Application Guidelines> ○Eligibility of Application: - Startups that have raised a cumulative total of 100 million yen* (equivalent) or more; - Have a base in Fukuoka, are receiving VC investment in Fukuoka or collaborating with business companies in Fukuoka, or are aiming to do so; ○Judging Criteria: - Potential to grow as a unicorn company within 3 years; - Have a business presence or plan to do business in Asia, including Japan. ○Judges: VCs in the U.S., Asia, Europe and Japan (TBD) ○Application Form: https://lnkd.in/g7k5hpHz ○Deadline: Monday, August 19, 2024 ○Benefits of Participation: - Allowance equivalent to travel expenses to Fukuoka City - Free booth to exhibit at the event & admission pass - Assistance in business matching with VCs and corporations This is an excellent opportunity to network with Japanese & overseas VCs and corporations, so please don't miss out and apply for the competition!

Happy #InternationalWomensDay! Today, we’re sharing a look back at our accelerator program for women-led greentech startups in Europe and an opportunity.💡 Now entering its third year, the Greentech Europe program is committed to supporting women-led ventures driving sustainability solutions across Europe. Over 135 women-led startups have already benefited from our training, made possible by support from Visa Foundation; the program has also successfully channeled a cumulative investment of US 550K into over 50 sustainability startups spanning 17 European countries, a move that continues to reinforce its commitment to advocate for women-led startups. Last month, our Village Capital Europe team gathered with Greentech Europe alumni in London to connect and participate in workshops, panels, and conversations about advancing urgently needed innovative products that women founders are developing. We can’t wait to share more insights, but in the meantime, we’re excited to share an exciting opportunity to join this network as a program participant. ⚡ Applications are now open for the Greentech Europe Spring Cohort 2024. Learn more and apply now: https://lnkd.in/e6B9E7bh #climatejustice #climateaction #womenfounders #climateinnovation #greentech #greeninnovation #femalefounders #womeninstem #womeninbusiness #impactentrepreneurship #womenchangemakers #iwd2024 #iwd