Kambis Kohansal Vajargah

Wondering how to create an effective corporate innovation program that helps your company unlock its maximum potential? 👉 An interesting article from StartUs Insights InnovaticGroup. Create the Future Now innovaticgroup.com #InnovaticGroup #StratUs #Innovation #Digitalization #InnovationManagement #InnovationManager #CorporateInnovation

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Calling all Berlin-based impact startups! 📣 On May 7th, it's that time again. The COLLECTIVE IMPACT SUMMIT of PHINEO Startups takes place. The impact startups from their current program will say goodbye with pitches, and new startups will be welcomed to the upcoming program launch. Looking forward to meeting the impact community and learning more about collective impact! 💪 This time, PHINEO Startups would also like to introduce their new collective concept to the impact community. In a world full of crises that are all interconnected, we need solutions that are also interconnected. PHINEO Startups brings together different organizations on specific topics and form collectives that use synergy effects and develop joint solutions. The collectives consists of PHINEO’s program participants, alumni, established organizations from their network and other impact startups that they actively source. They are currently establishing the following collectives: Finance, Forests, Water, Energy, Sustainable Cities, AI for Impact, Democracy. Learn more and get your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/d3Uzup3P Be part of the collective impact community by looking at synergies and by moving closer together.  #impact #startups #entrepreneurs #startupevent #polycrisis #berlin #berlin

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Since there is currently speculation about whether the "Valley of Death" for European climate tech startups even exists (the investment gap in Series B): unfortunately it does, the data is clear. 📊 The numbers are based on the most extensive database about European climate tech companies (i3 Connect; part of the Cleantech Group). Read more about it in World Fund's whitepaper "Investing in Climate Tech - An Opportunity for Europe" 🌍 https://lnkd.in/ehJK2Twu 🌍

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To all my network members who are running a #sustainability #startup or know someone with a mission, you folks are the true heroes, and I want to ensure your hard work is recognised not just on #EarthDay, but far beyond. That's why, at ETA Technologies, we're dedicated to contributing to your efforts by assisting those who are actively doing so in securing more funding. As a former VC, I understand the landscape inside and out. Amidst all the complexities, one truth consistently emerges: investors invest in people. This is where ETA comes in. We produce sophisticated and quantitative reports for investors, helping them identify the teams with the greatest potential. Let's change the game for now! Over the next week, all sustainability start-ups can receive a free report from us. This will provide insights into how investors perceive your team and what areas can be improved before you begin #fundraising. And if you've already opened your round, feel free to incorporate it into your outreach.

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Are you interested in #investing 💸 in the next generation of startups and growing the economy? Are you involved with the #startup ecosystem? You've come to the right place. The Foundations of Successful Angel Investing workshop helps rookie and potential angels master startup 🚀 investing step-by-step. To create this workshop, we've taken insights from 1,800 active #angel investors. Some of them make a 20% - 26% return on their portfolio. We want to share how they achieved this with you. Review: "I would definitely recommend it to first-time startup investors. Investing in startups is completely different compared to the stock market or real estate." Sign up for the session on July 18th here: https://buff.ly/4c9Ba9e

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Today I visited the GREENTECH FESTIVAL in Berlin with my dear friend Andreas. 💚 To make it short: Good vibes, busy floors and a big startup space. But tbh I wondered if it's really worth it for startups. I remember from my active time as an exhibitor that we weren't honest about the hard costs per lead. We argued a lot: being there is everything, you have to be seen, brand building is important, it's where the industry meets, serendipity happens, if we just get one big order it will pay off... not to forget the parties! That's all true, but the opportunity cost of attending a trade show is very high, especially for startups. And while this isn't meant to be a trade show bashing at all, here are a few suggestions from my experience, on how to make the most of it... - Train your team to proactively approach people. - Initiate a challenge to see who can get the most leads. - Prepare in advance and market your attendance by actively inviting customers. - Consider a small side event, such as a VIP dinner. - Try to book a package with a speaking engagement at the conference, that has always paid off for us. - Use the exhibitor directory for your own prospecting. - Calculate cost vs. lead conversion after the show with real data and decide whether to repeat. - Push your presence on social in real time. Good luck to all exhibitors and happy selling 🚀 ____________________________ Sharing my experience as an entrepreneur and angel investor. Investing in early stage B2B SaaS startups. Happy to connect 👋

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We are living in a world that embodies our Industrial Transformation & Supply Chain Technology investment thesis at REFASHIOND Ventures: The Industrial Transformation Fund: Escalating Geopolitical Tensions & Great Power Competition; The Climate Crisis & Severe Weather; Consumer Behavior & Demographics. Join us. #IndustrialTransformation #SupplyChain #Innovation #Technology #Startups #VentureCapital

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Congratulations and many thanks for this work First Momentum Ventures, Dr. Maximilian Ochs, David Meiborg, Lena Späth, Reinhardt Karpenko ! Tach2yone GmbH as a Growth Equity investor in the Green Energy Transition and related areas is looking to invest in more mature Deep Tech companies (Series B and later). One of our most important investment criterion is (positive) EBITDA: we believe, that in industries with high CapEx, EBITDA is useful because it eliminates the distortions caused by significant depreciation and amortization expenses, providing a clearer view of operational profitability. Thus, EBITDA is an essential tool for us to assess a company’s core profitability and financial health. First Momentum Ventures and community: what are your thoughts on this approach and would you consider to take also EBITDA into your napkin for later stage companies?

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🌟 Spotlight on Female Founders in European Venture Capital! 🌟 The latest Q1 2024 European Venture Report from Pitchbook reveals intriguing trends in VC activity, especially concerning female-founded companies. While the overall investment landscape has been challenging, the resilience and innovation of female entrepreneurs stand out. 📉 Current Trends: Deal activity for female-founded companies started slower this year, with €1.9 billion in deals, marking a 28.6% drop YoY. Despite this, the ecosystem for female-led companies is vibrant, with sectors like femtech showing promising growth. 🚀 Top Deals: The largest female-founded deal was with Everphone, securing a whopping €270 million in venture growth funding. Other notable deals include Medical Microinstruments and Razor Group in the healthcare and B2B sectors. 🔍 Looking Ahead: Female-founded exits appear more buoyant, showing a healthy exit/investment ratio, which highlights the growing investor confidence in female-led startups. With increased focus on diverse and inclusive funding, the future is promising for female founders. Let's celebrate and support the incredible achievements of female entrepreneurs in Europe. Their success is not just a win for gender diversity but a testament to the innovative spirit driving the European venture ecosystem forward. #VentureCapital #FemaleFounders #EuropeanVenture #Innovation #DiversityInTech #StartupEcosystem

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𝐀𝐈 𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 2024 The team at Dealroom.co has put together a great 48 page overview of where AI is in Europe. AI Dominates European VC Funding in 2024. 👇 📈 AI now captures a record 18% of VC funding in Europe. 🚀 Generative AI funding in 2024 has already surpassed any previous year in just six months. 🇬🇧 The UK leads with investments - $2.1B, followed by France and Germany. 🇫🇷 France received the highest share of AI funding. 🇩🇪 The UK, France, and Germany attracted 77% of all AI funding in Europe for 2023-2024. 🚗 AI applications are widespread across sectors like autonomous driving, fintech, defense, health and enterprise software. 👩‍💻 Europe has a higher per-capita concentration of AI experts/engineers compared to the US and China. 🏙️ London has nearly four times more AI engineers than any other European city. 🤖 Most funding in GenAI is directed towards applications. 🌍 European AI startups are increasingly attracting US investments for scaling and global expansion. Despite the growth, Europe still lags behind the US in terms of VC funding, publications and patents. Continued investment in AI expertise and strategic partnerships is crucial for maintaining competitiveness for AI startups in Europe. More ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gE4tZ3rs Interactive Investment Map: https://lnkd.in/gS2cBVSm #AI #GenAI #LLM #MLLM #VLM #VentureCapital #TechInvestment #EuropeAI #GenerativeAI #AITalent #AIFunding #AI2024 #TechEcosystem #StartupFunding #AIStartups

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𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀: 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗯𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗯𝗲 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗼-𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗅 Obsessive Passion: (OP) New research in the Journal of Business Venturing reveals that potential co-founders are less likely to join a startup team if they perceive the founder has an obsessive passion (OP) for founding ventures. However, perceived OP for developing or inventing is attractive. Key finding: 1. OP for founding signals potential power imbalances and deters co-founders 2. But OP for developing ventures indicates commitment and appeals to co-founders 3. Co-founders with similar passion as the founder are more compelled to join The study highlights how founders should be self-aware of how their passion orientation can work for or against assembling their desired team. Useful insights for both founders and co-founders!

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Why Many Promising Startups Fail | Venture Capital Founder KP Reddy Join us as KP Reddy, an authority in AEC, a VC and founder of Shadow Ventures, reveals the hidden reasons why many startups fail. Reddy argues that founders often choose the wrong focus areas, leading to fatal mistakes. One critical area where founders must exercise focus is in choosing a co-founder. Reddy highlights the importance of patience when choosing a potential co-founder, drawing an analogy to the movie Pacific Rim, where two brains must sync up to operate a machine effectively. Key Takeaways: ✅Founders must be patient in choosing the right co-founder and impatient in the right areas ✅Syncing with a co-founder is a long-term process that requires commitment and shared experiences ✅Industry knowledge alone does not guarantee success; curiosity and customer discovery are essential ✅The first co-founder you find may not be the right one, just as the first idea is rarely the best Watch the full episode to gain more of KP Reddy's invaluable insights on building successful startups.

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🚀 Fundraising: The Lifeline of Growth 🚀 Securing financial resources is essential for growth and innovation. Our latest report highlights the importance of fundraising and provides a roadmap for navigating its complexities. 📈 Key Highlights: 1. Stages of Fundraising: From Seed Funding to IPO, understanding each phase is crucial. 2. Strategic Process: Detailed steps from preparation to post-funding relationship management. 3. Common Challenges: Tips on overcoming hurdles like balancing operations with fundraising. 🌟 Why It Matters: Fundraising is about building strategic partnerships that drive long-term success. It enables businesses to innovate and stay competitive. 📌 Key Takeaways: * Develop a strong business plan and pitch deck. * Identify and approach the right investors. * Master pitching and be prepared for due diligence. * Navigate negotiations and maintain investor relations post-funding. 👥 About BIORx Venture Advisors: BIORx Venture Advisors is a leading investment and advisory firm in healthcare and life sciences. We support innovative start-ups and foster impactful investments, driving advancements in healthcare that are sustainable and beneficial to society. For more information, contact us at contact@biorx.in or follow us on BIORx Venture Advisors Pvt. Ltd. | Indian Healthcare Angels | BHARAT DAS | Harshit Agarwal | Anju Sabu | RAHUL KUMAR | Awdhesh Kumar Shukla. 📧 Contact Us: To discuss how we can support your fundraising efforts, reach out to our team at BIORx Venture Advisors Pvt Ltd. #Fundraising #BusinessGrowth #VentureCapital #StartupSuccess #Investment #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #BIORx #IHA  

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June 9 2024 – 5 Notable Articles To Read Article: More VC money than ever is going into impact-driven start-ups Takeaway: Europe's VC sector is dedicating a growing portion of its investments to companies developing products or services that support sustainable development goals. The proportion of total VC funding directed towards these "impact start-ups" has risen from 18% in 2019 to 37% in 2023, during which European VCs raised €53B. Source: Science|Business Link: https://lnkd.in/dfZ5Mihm Article: Mena AuM rises by 13% to $2.3T Takeaway: According to Boston Consulting Group (BCG), the asset management sector experienced a 12% increase in assets under management (AuM), reaching $120T, recovering from the previous year’s decline. Source: Funds Europe Link: https://lnkd.in/d8nDjkmm Article: High-Flyer Capital Management: the Chinese quant fund-turned-AI pioneer Takeaway: Since its launch in 2015, it has grown into an asset manager with approximately Rmb60B ($8B) under management, utilizing AI and algorithms to identify patterns or variables that could impact stock prices. Source: Financial Times Link: https://lnkd.in/djrXTBUP Article: Billionaires Mittal and Ambani take on Musk in India’s internet space race Takeaway: India’s largest telecom companies are set to launch satellite internet services, positioning themselves to compete with Elon Musk’s efforts to introduce Starlink in the country. Source: Financial Times Link: https://lnkd.in/dyn2arfU Article: Charities create fund to invest in spinal cord injury companies Takeaway: SCI Ventures has begun with $27M in commitments and aims to raise $40M by year-end. Five spinal cord injury charities have collaborated to establish this investment vehicle, which will support companies developing innovative treatments for those affected by the condition. Source: Financial Times Link: https://lnkd.in/du8eZHJe #news #business #research

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🌐🔍 Demystify the world of DAOs! 🌟 🌟 Join us for an insightful workshop on Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs)! This is for you if... 👩‍💼 Entrepreneurs: Curious about leveraging DAOs for your business ventures 🚀 📊 Investors: Interested in exploring new opportunities in the decentralized world 💰 👨‍💻 Tech Enthusiasts: Want to understand the technology and potential of DAOs 🌐 🔑 What you’ll learn: Understanding DAOs: Learn what DAOs are and how they operate in the digital landscape 🧠 Governance and Participation: Discover how decision-making and participation work in DAOs 🗳️ Real-World Applications: Explore various use cases and the potential impact of DAOs on different industries 🌍 Getting Involved: Practical steps to join or start a DAO and navigate the decentralized world 🚀 🎟️ Workshop fees: 🆓 Free for members! 💻 $95 for an online access pass for one year to the playbook 📚 RSVP now via the link in bio! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to dive into the future of organizations! ✨🌐 #GetPlaybook #BecomeAMember #DAOs #Decentralization #RSVPNow

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The search can be lonely and complex. Community support in order to succeed is essential. Enter the Moonbase Capital Searchers Forum ⤵ In a nutshell, the Searcher Forum is a dynamic community. A place for advice, shared experiences and support. Beyond networking, it's an ecosystem for growth: 👉 Exchanging best practices: entrepreneurs learn from the successes and challenges of fellow searchers. 👉 Deep diving in topics: such as conducting DD, LOI negotiations and quality of leads. 👉 Seeking guidance: from investment advisors about structuring deals and building investment models, for example. 👉 Building relationships: they connect with like-minded individuals who often become valuable allies. But there is something else that works extremely well at this forum: ▶ Integrating and sharing vulnerability. A topic often ignored in entrepreneurial circles. Here, we confront the taboo head-on. Creating an environment where mental well-being is not just a health topic, its valued as a strategic resource. How does it work? We help entrepreneurs prioritise family, work, and personal challenges. Through the forum, they work on their chosen opportunities for improvement. Subsequently, we challenge our searchers with reflection sheets asking: 👉 What were the most overwhelming emotions of the past month? 👉 What do you think caused these feelings? 👉 How is this personally significant to you? With these questions, we encourage searchers to really dig deep. It´s not always easy, but we see that it works. The forum is not a formal environment, its a very casual space to feel at home among your peers. Everyone here is rooting for your success. #SearchFunds #Entrepreneurship #MoonbaseCapital #SearcherForum

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Maximilian Fleitmann, founder of Wizard Ventures, has compiled a handy list of tools for every fundraising need, from pitch decks to CRM and alternative financing. Are any of these tools familiar to you? Which ones have you used or found most helpful? Let us know in the comments! 🤓 Read more 👇 https://lnkd.in/dtpC5Nuy

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Fantastic event (and ecosystem) that Patrick Meier, PhD and his team at the Climate Robotics Network are creating. Highly recommend you check out the Climate Robotics Summit, done in partnership with EPFL, SOSV, Cybernetix Ventures, ETH Zürich, and Worcester Polytechnic Institute. I just had the pleasure of moderating a panel just now on investing in climate robotics, alongside Urvi Nagrani, Malini Samtani, Sashi Jayatileke and Fady Saad. Here are some of the key insights: 1) Applications for robotics to climate challenges (adaptation AND mitigation) are enormous: support to farmers as conditions for humans become too hot to farm for long hours, drones that help capture data on forests and wildlife, supporting with installation of maintenance in large solar fields, wind turbines, circular economy applications - e.g. de-manufacturing - to just name a few. 2) Investing in robotics is simply different - it doesn't fit the standard SAAS VC strategies, often having a lot of engineering input and require non-dilutive funding upfront - e.g. similar barriers to investing in hardware writ large. Thus, it sits in a bit of its own asset class, so investors and entrepreneurs alike need to understand how these solutions behave, esp. in the early-stages of building/testing. That said, there is a growing pool of funds that have been specializing in this area. 3) So how do we move robotics solutions up the TRL ladder faster? It can take a LONG time for any robotics solution to be truly market ready. Even when there is theoretical product-market fit doesn't mean that it's ready in investors' eyes. Lots of testing as well as setting proper expectations with customers is critical, and part of this long process. Non-dilutive funding is rare to find in most countries, but in the US in particular there is a growing pool of grant funding that can help. 4) Development finance institutions and donors have a critical role here, especially in vulnerable countries/communities: Robotics could have bit impact in supporting climate solutions in vulnerable communities, but we need to ensure that there is an enabling environment for these solutions, which means that the policy, academic, and traditional finance space (e.g. local commercial banks)

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