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I'm on board as a mentor for the #IamPitching competition, a cornerstone of the @V4-Ukraine Talent Fusion Program. This initiative is about discovering and empowering a new generation of innovators, ready to supercharge the startup scene across the Visegrad region and Ukraine. Why you should not miss this competition: 🌍 Gain visibility to catapult your startup into the limelight and get valuable feedback. 📚 Benefit from the wisdom of the mentor squad through 3 transformative mentoring sessions designed to elevate your startup journey. 🎤 Seize the opportunity to showcase your startup at the CEEcosystem Summit in Budapest, presenting your groundbreaking ideas to a captive audience of regional angel investors and institutional backers, ready to be wowed. The organisers: @OUVC, @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 #startups #pitch #pitchcompetition #VisegradFund

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🚀 Exciting Insights from the #ScaleupMarathon2024 We had an insightful time at yesterday's #ScaleupMarathon, hosted by Scaleup Flanders + NOA . A big thank you to everyone who participated! The tech ecosystem in Flanders and Belgium is truly on the rise, and it’s exciting to see our community growing stronger together. Key Takeaways for Tech Scalers in Belgium and Europe: ★ Funding Landscape: Contrary to popular belief, funding isn't declining—instead, investment tickets are getting larger. Venture Capitalists, Angels, and Banks are still actively investing, but for Series A, they're looking for proven traction, a certain level of Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR), and, crucially, the right personality and leadership. ★ Beyond Technology: It’s not just about having cutting-edge technology or in-depth knowledge anymore. The team dynamics, leadership qualities, and the ability to make swift decisions are equally crucial for securing funding. Academic credentials alone won’t seal the deal! ★ Start Selling Early: Don’t wait! Selling your vision and product from day one can make all the difference when it comes to attracting investors. Are you looking to navigate the path to funding and scaling effectively? 🤔 We’re here to support you in structuring your approach, pivoting when necessary, and becoming scale-proof. Let’s connect and embark on this exciting journey together! #Funding #TechScalers #StartupEcosystem #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #Growth https://lnkd.in/eegGKTjm Frederik Tibau Catherine Van Eeckhaute Maarten Laruelle Ludwig De Locht Johan De Geyter Peter Verhasselt Niels Holvoet Gert Gijbels Gunthram Cornelis Sylien Kesteleyn Boris Bogaert Jorn Vanysacker Claire Munck Ovinto JUUNOO Miguel Meuleman

Think Global, Accelerate Local: Our Strategy for Worldwide Impact Limited global exposure is a critical challenge faced by many startups, with data showing that 65% of accelerators primarily serve local or regional markets (Source: Entrepreneur). This focus on local markets often means startups miss out on valuable insights, networks, and opportunities available in the global arena, which are essential for driving innovation and growth. At Visionary Labs, we believe in breaking down geographic barriers to provide equal opportunities for all startups. Our programme is supported by a robust global community, allowing us to offer bespoke support tailored to any business's unique needs, irrespective of their location, industry, or stage. By ensuring equal access to top expertise, we help startups leverage global networks and insights, driving sustainable growth and market expansion. What challenges have you faced in accessing global markets? Share your insights and find out how our programme can support your journey. Discover more on our website: https://lnkd.in/e73-mbTK #StartupSuccess #GlobalGrowth #Innovation #TechStartups #AcceleratorProgram

🚀 Excited to be sponsors at RevTech's Venture135! 🚀 If you're in the fintech or insurtech space, Venture135 is an event you won't want to miss. This premier, in-person conference is dedicated to showcasing the latest innovation and fostering high-quality connections between investors and pioneering startups from Seed to Series B. Taking place on November 21-22 in Charlotte, NC, it's a unique chance to engage with the industry's top players! 💡 Here’s what makes Venture135 a must-attend: 🔷 Exclusive Audience: Top venture capitalists, angel investors, and corporate innovation teams are attending, with a selective, invitation-only approach. 🔷 Diverse Founders: 60+ fintech and insurtech founders from around the world, with a strong focus on diversity at the Seed Stage. This emphasis on Traditionally Underrepresented Founders (TURF) helps propel startups forward. 🔷 Meaningful Sponsorship Opportunities: 🔹 Thought Leadership: Get founders familiar with your brand by hosting private sessions. 🔹 Pitch Party MC: Speak on stage and network over a private lunch. 🔹 Dine Around: Host an exclusive dinner in Uptown Charlotte for targeted networking. As part of Global Entrepreneurship Week, Venture135 also emphasizes a broader mission of empowering entrepreneurs and supporting the startup ecosystem. This is a limited-attendance event, with only a few tickets available for purchase. If you're looking to network with high-impact individuals and gain exposure in the fintech and insurtech sectors, this is the place to be! Will we see you there? Tag someone who should join you, and let's make the most of this premier networking event! 🌟 #Venture135 #FintechInnovation #StartupGrowth #GlobalEntrepreneurshipWeek #GEWCLT #CharlotteEntrepreneurs RevTech Labs Foundation RevTech Labs Capital

Discover the Power of Accelerator Programs at AcceleratorCON 🤸♀️ Accelerator programs are the backbone of startup success. At AcceleratorCon, we’re bringing together the best programs to share insights, trends, and opportunities. Whether you’re a startup founder or an industry leader, this is your chance to learn from the best and take your venture to the next level. Dive into the future of acceleration at AcceleratorCon.com. #AcceleratorPrograms #StartupSuccess #AcceleratorCon

Exiting events continue - next week on Monday I will facilitate a workshop on EBAN - European Business Angel Network annual congress in Tallinn: Beyond Borders, Beyond Barriers: Unlocking Startup Funding in the EU. As angels we face various challenges when funding startups: is there enough funding available, are there rules limiting investment into startups, should there be government co-funding to de-risk angel investments, are there special needs for deep-techs', are the defence startups next hype and much more. At the same time, there’s a growing hungry pipeline full of opportunities! I'm excited to find out what Nina Dremelj (Slovenia), Roberta Rudokiene (Lithuania), Cyril Golub (Latvia), and Tiina Laisi-Puheloinen (Finland) will bring on table from Investment Ecosystem Roundtables held just before the congress. And that's not it - this discussion will be conducted in a Fishbowl format 🐟 🐠 🐡 🦈 🦐. You have the opportunity to join the speakers in the main circle and share your own experience! We encourage investors to jump in and contribute to this collaborative environment! The workshop is organised by Civitta, Estonian Business Angels Network (EstBAN) and #Connect2Scale program for business angels & VC's! And this is still not all! We are organising also the 3rd day of EBAN conference: Explore Program! It is in 2 tracks: 🦄 GROWING UNICORNS, and 🇪🇪 ESSENCE OF ESTONIA Both have limited amount of participants (max 50), so hurry up and secure your spot! I can secretly tell that in one of those we have just very few spots left! 👀 PS: If you haven't secured your ticket yet, then there's still a chance - I suggest you to purchase EBAN + Latitude59 tickets: Civitta is happily on board on both of those flagship events! 🚀

💭💪 Believe in yourself and apply to be featured in the Top 9 at this year’s #InvestInWomenFounders Summit on Thursday, December 5th, in Indianapolis, Indiana! If you’ve looked at the Applicant Criteria and think you’d be a good fit, there’s nothing to lose from filling out an application! 📝 Over $850,000 has been invested into Startup Ladies companies from our Investor Members so far! When that number goes up at this years year’s Summit, will you be receiving a portion of it? 💹❓ 📑 Applicant Criteria can be found here: https://hubs.li/Q02whMf_0 ✅ If you’re ready to apply, the Top 9 application can be found here: https://hubs.li/Q02whWxW0 📌 If you still need a ticket to the 2024 #InvestInWomenFounders Summit, they can be purchased here: https://hubs.li/Q02whRwm0

Opportunities for Impact Businesses 1) Barclays Black Founder Accelerator by Barclays Eagle Labs in partnership with Foundervine is a 12-week programme designed to champion Black founder-led businesses through a series of masterclasses and one-to-one mentoring to help them accelerate and grow. Deadline: 15 May 2) Foundervine Immerse Early Stage Accelerator is an 8-week programme for Black founder-led businesses in the UK that includes a demo day and the opportunity to win £15k in grant financing. Deadline: 21 May 3) Techstars Sustainability Paris accelerator is a three-month hybrid programme that invests in early-stage high-growth startups looking to build a better future using technology. The accelerator offers financial and fundraising opportunities. Deadline: 22 May 4) ReGeneration Hub Friuli hosts a contest "BAITE Award" for projects that address environmental challenges. Finalists will have access to workshops, panels, and meetings, and visibility. Deadline: 31 May 5) TechBBQ is launching the North Star Pitch Competition, selecting 10 European startups to pitch at the TechBBQ Summit 2024 in Copenhagen to an audience of VCs, press, and partners. The winning startup will receive a money prize. Deadline: 3 June #opportunities #deadlines #calls

In light of all of all the activity at Cannes 🌴 last week, it's important to keep in mind how important it is to build your network. But networking is more than just exchanging business cards; it's about building meaningful connections, fostering collaborations, and unlocking opportunities for growth. For tech startups, strategic networking can open doors to investors, mentors, partners, and customers. Only invest in conferences when you can use them to foster these kinds of relationships. 🤝 #Networking #StartupConnections #CannesLions