London & Partners: Europe

🚀 London is at the forefront of the Edtech innovation, making it the perfect powerhouse to invest and grow. With its thriving ecosystem of startups, world-class universities and research institutions, the city offers the perfect ecosystem for talent and ideas.💡 London has attracted significant investment over the years, driven by a growing demand for innovative learning solutions in schools and universities, and an increase in investments within the edtech sector. Its diverse talent pool provides a unique ground for educational technologies that resonate on a global scale, while its position as an international business hub ensures seamless expansion into new markets. Visit our website to explore why London is the leading city to expand your edtech company 👉https://bit.ly/4gr3lTj

Welcome to London, bunch! After achieving an incredible 3x revenue growth in just 12 months, Berlin-headquartered fintech bunch has launched in #London, bringing its operating system for private equity and venture capital funds to the largest market in Europe. We’re excited to see how Bunch leverages London’s diverse, vibrant ecosystem to continue its impressive trajectory. Their expansion is a testament to the city’s strength as a global launchpad for businesses with big ambitions. We’re proud to have supported bunch to expand into London and wish them continued success across the UK and beyond! 🚀 If you’re a fast growing company also looking at international expansion, then get in touch with us to discover all the opportunities in London.

Amsterdam, You’ve been incredible! 🌍✨ This week, Grow London Global brought 10 of London’s most forward-thinking #Sustainability companies to France and the Netherlands on a transformative trade mission, accelerating green innovation and driving change in the built environment. The final two days in Amsterdam, were packed with inspiring sessions, exciting partnerships, and big strides toward a sustainable, net-zero future. Here's a recap: 🤝 Our first day in Amsterdam kicked off with a lovely welcome lunch, where we were warmly hosted by Amsterdam Trade & Innovate and City of Amsterdam, who shared valuable insights into the vibrant Dutch tech ecosystem and opportunities for collaboration. 🏡 Next, we explored Arcadis’ pioneering work in creating sustainable environments, blending built and natural landscapes. Thanks to Verali von Meijenfeldt and Renée Schoonbeek, AICP, for hosting and sharing your bold ambitions! 🍴 The day ended with a lively dinner at Restaurant- Café In de Waag, where corporates and investors shared invaluable advice on expanding into the Dutch market. On to day 4... 💰 We began the final day over an investor breakfast where we connected with top investors like SET Ventures, Shift Capital, Amsterdam Standard, and EIT Urban Mobility, who provided actionable insights for fundraising and scaling into the Netherlands. ✨ Our next stop was the remarkable Tripolis Park, where retrofitted heritage meets futuristic "landscraper" architecture - huge thanks to Sjoerd Lycklama from Flow Real Estate | Development for the inspiring tour! ✈️ The final session of the day took us to Royal Schiphol Group, where we heard about their mission of creating the world's most sustainable, high quality airports, as well as partnership opportunities for high-growth tech companies. Special thanks to Rosina K. and Annefleur Klaus for the engaging session. This fantastic mission wraps up our final sustainability trade mission of 2024 🙌 A massive thank you to the brilliant UK scaleups, partners, and stakeholders working together to drive innovation and create a better future for people and planet 🌟 Looking to go global in 2025? High-growth London tech companies apply for Grow London Global today 👉 https://bit.ly/4fLFFZQ

⚡ Looking to expand your AI business? London is the place to be. With its dynamic tech ecosystem, seamless access to venture capital, diverse talent pool and high-quality data resources, London offers unparalleled opportunities for growth and innovation 🚀 🌍Whether you’re establishing a presence in Europe or tapping into the city’s vibrant tech community, London provides the perfect environment for AI businesses to thrive. Visit our website to discover why London is the leading hub for growing your business 👉 https://bit.ly/4foOZTw #LondonAI

48 Hours in Paris: Where Sustainability meets Innovation 🌍 This week, we’ve brought 10 of London’s most innovative #Sustainability companies to France and the Netherlands for an exciting Grow London Global trade mission, focusing on the built environment and green innovation. Here’s a snapshot of our incredible two days in Paris: ☀️ Our first morning kicked off with a warm welcome from Choose Paris Region, Techstars Sustainability Paris, and BNP Paribas, who shared insights into France’s sustainability ecosystem, showcasing some exciting initiatives. Delegates pitched their businesses for the first time, setting the tone for an impactful day! 🏗️ Next, we visited Leonard, the innovation platform of VINCI, where we explored cutting-edge strategies in infrastructure and construction - thank you to Kevin Cardona and Antoine LAROUSSE! 🌍 The day ended with a thought-provoking ClimateTech dinner, full of lively discussions about trends and challenges in sustainability. A huge thanks to everyone who joined for an incredible evening! Onto Day 2... 🥐 We began with a breakfast hosted with Bpifrance, diving into opportunities for investment and R&D collaborations with key French GreenTech players like Voltalis, Vizcab, and WattAnyWhere. ✨ Our next stop was ENGIE, where we explored renewable energy innovation, followed by an afternoon at the British Embassy Paris. Highlights included: ➡️ A deep dive into innovation with EDF ➡️ A session with ClimateTech investors focused on fundraising and growth ➡️ A powerful keynote from the Paris Olympic Committee’s Frederic Le Brun on the sustainability legacy of the 2024 Paris Games We wrapped up with a fabulous networking reception, fostering meaningful UK-France collaboration on sustainability. 💡 Throughout the mission, our delegates showcased their cutting-edge solutions to sustainability leaders and investors, making meaningful connections and gaining invaluable insights. Merci, Paris! Next stop: Amsterdam 🚅 Want to join one of our future trade missions? High-growth London tech company ready to fast track your international growth? Apply for Grow London Global today 👉 https://bit.ly/4fLFFZQ

As the UK continues to refine its approach to achieving net-zero goals, understanding carbon regulations has never been more crucial. Join the webinar, on December 5, hosted by France-based Vizcab and Alex Benstead from the UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) for an insightful discussion on the challenges and opportunities within the UK's carbon regulatory framework. Key topics to be covered include: ● The evolving landscape of UK carbon regulations. ● Strategies businesses can adopt to stay compliant. ● Innovations that can drive sustainable growth. Reserve Your Spot Here: https://bit.ly/4i9Dp0k

London has topped the World’s Best Cities ranking for the 10th year in a row! The announcement was made yesterday by Resonance, in partnership with Ipsos, at a press launch in the UK capital, where our CEO, Laura Citron OBE and Chris Fair, Resonance President & CEO shared the results with a wide range of press. The ranking went into detail about the city’s lovability, liveability and prosperity, stating ‘The synergy between London’s historical legacy and its modern ambitions positions it as not just a city of the present, but a metropolis of the future,’. We were lucky enough to share the win with our Grow London, Opportunity London and Visit London partners at a networking reception last night, held at the London Centre. Thank you to all our partners for joining us at the event, it was great to see so many familiar faces sharing the celebration. Read the full results and see why the city is #1 👉 https://bit.ly/4fApIFS

Bloomflow, a leading innovation management platform has acquired Agorize, a globally renowned provider of challenge and idea management solutions! 🤝   With this acquisition Bloomflow will be expanding their foothold in #London. Allowing them to continue their work with leading UK clients such as HSBC, Unilever, Jaguar Land Rover and Standard Chartered.   It is an exciting milestone that marks a significant step in their expansion journey, driving both local and global innovation opportunities while cementing London’s role as a hub for transformative ideas. 🌍 Read the article to find out more 👉 https://bit.ly/4fDRi5k

🌿 London is leading the way in sustainable business practices 🌿 #London continues to set the standard for #sustainable #innovation as more companies embrace the B Corp movement, demonstrating their commitment to balancing profit with purpose. With over 1,000 B Corps, London stands at the forefront of this green revolution, leading the charge for businesses to adopt environmentally conscious and socially responsible policies. At Grow London, we are proud to support businesses that champion sustainability, driving London’s #reputation as a world-class destination for ethical business and innovation. Whether you're a #startup, #scaleup, or #global #leader, our city offers the perfect ecosystem to grow responsibly and make a meaningful impact. 💡 Are you part of the B Corp journey or looking to start yours in London? Contact us and let’s build a sustainable future together. 🌍 https://bit.ly/3UNw5NB

Grow London 🤝 Europe This week, Grow London Global hosted an engaging evening event at Casa do Frango in Piccadilly, focusing on European market expansion 🌍 Our cohort companies gained valuable insights into European opportunities from market experts, who shared valuable insights on market entry strategies, government support, business culture, and tech hubs, over delicious European cuisine. With 6 different European countries represented, attendees had the chance to connect with each nation's Economic Development Agency. Huge thanks to the representatives from: 📍 France - Business France 📍 Germany - Office of the Free State of Bavaria in the United Kingdom & NRW.Global Business 📍 Italy - ITA - Italian Trade Agency 📍 Netherlands - Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency 📍 Switzerland - Swiss Business Hub UK 📍 Spain - Spanish Chamber of Commerce If you’re ready to unlock similar opportunities and expand your business with Grow London Global, don’t miss out, let’s grow together! 🚀 Apply for the next cohort here 👉 https://bit.ly/48T6GrZ