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The latest lecture of Spring Accelerator was covered by Andrej Petrus, Head of Investment Committee at ZAKA VC. 🙌 The topic was #fundraising: what makes a start-up fundable, how VCs think, how to increase the potential for investment, the fundraising process, tips for a good pitch deck, approaching the investors.   What makes a start-up VC fundable? Very important are:   ➡️ the team and Founder-Market fit: Why are you a great fit as a team to work on this? Are you covering all that is needed to build and sell the product to customers? ➡️ Market and Problem: types of the market, how frequent, how costly, how important the problem is. ➡️ Healthy cap table and ESOP: founders should have at least 50%, because of the motivation to continue growing the business. ➡️ Long-term defendability: do you have some unique data sets, network effects, IP,...? ➡️ Huge multiples on investment: let´s say, reach 100M EUR of revenue in the next 10 years to get to the valuation of 1B EUR. The math has to work.   In the earliest stages, start-up founders cannot really focus on data about growth and retention, but they can present the vision of the whole opportunity. 🚀 Are pre-revenue start-ups actually fundable?    Certainly, VCs prefer start-ups with revenue. Therefore, quickly develop a prototype or MVP. ☝️ A significant problem arises if you need investment to hire technical people and start developing a product. Then as a non-technical founder, it is your priority to find tech co-founder and give them a significant amount of equity. 🔎 Investors require #validation, such as paying customers, growth of paying customers week by week, month by month, or the number of sign-ups/beta users, feedbacks after using the product, the number of Product Hunt or GitHub uploads, etc. Your ability to move quickly, validate the idea, iterate and get the customer more quickly than competitors is crucial. #aceon #aceonaccelerator #VC #investor

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Overall, more #money for German #biotechnology companies – but early financing remains difficult for startups from the sector. The complete analysis with numerous exciting results and insights: https://lnkd.in/ehzDUug8 #EYbiotech #BetterQuestions #BetterAnswers

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#AboutBecomingGrenzebach💡: "The opportunity to spend a semester abroad was one of the reasons why I chose Grenzebach. In the fifth semester, the time had finally come: I was able to go to Budapest for a semester. During my semester abroad, I mainly developed personally and was able to brush up on my English. That whetted my appetite for more: I'm already looking forward to my first assignment with one of our international customers." 🗣 Mertin Dunkelberg (Dual study program in mechanical engineering, Bad Hersfeld) 🚀 Do you value the security of a strong company? Would you like to work globally? Do you like to get involved in a variety of ways? ⏩ Then become part of Grenzebach and start your career. become GRENZEBACH - become a GRENZEBACH beginner! All information about Grenzebach as an employer and current job offers can be found here: www.grenzebach.com/career #career #career start #jobs #training #study #holiday job #internship #student #dual studies #grenzebach #beginner #grenzebachbeginner #worldwide #mechanical engineering #plant engineering #international #findyourway

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In this video, Dr. Jens Kengelbach likens IPOs in the tech industry to a graduation – the exciting beginning of a new chapter and also the result of a lot of hard work in the past. So, how can tech companies set the groundwork for a successful IPO? By studying hard and doing the right homework ahead of your graduation, tech startups can change the odds of their own IPO success. Listen to Dr. Jens Kengelbach talk more about this in our video, and to learn more about BCG’s approach to IPO strategy click here: https://lnkd.in/gKq63vQt

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𝑴𝒂𝒏𝒂𝒈𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝑳𝒐𝒂𝒏, 𝑭𝑪 𝑳𝒐𝒂𝒏, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑰𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒕 𝑪𝒐𝒔𝒕 with Hedgenius's exclusive training session on Wednesday, 3rd July 2024, at 3:30 PM IST 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞'𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐬 𝐝𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧: - Outlook on INR interest rate - Outlook on USD, EUR interest rates - Ensuring correct rates on your loans - Lowering interest costs with foreign currency loans - Low-cost hedging strategies for ECB - Cost reduction on Rupee loan with fixed-float OIS curve - Loan cost reduction on working capital - Bond vs Loan vs ECB - Refinancing your current loan/debt - Exploring exotic structures to reduce interest costs To enroll for this session, register at https://lnkd.in/dmczvYwT To know more about Hedgenius, visit app.quantartmarket.com. #Hedgenius #InterestRates #LoanManagement #InterestCostReduction #TreasuryManagement #BorrowingCost

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Our valuation experts Dr. Tim Laas und Ruslan Savin, CFA Savin - co-authored with Benjamin Ullrich - have contributed an article in the handbook valuation on the valuation of start up companies. They have outlined methods to derive the business value and to allocate this business value to the individual equity instruments. By reflecting factors such as seniority, liquidation preferences or preferential dividend claims, the option price method can quantify the effect of such special rights and privileges on the share value. A simplified allocation of the company value on the current waterfall, does not adequately reflect the value effect of such rights and privileges. You are looking for valuation experts? Please meet our valuation team: https://okt.to/HeRiVP #AMon #Bewertung #MandA

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📈 We just published our latest issue of Economics & Finance Perspectives. https://lnkd.in/dpPStqD8 🔍What to watch in May? 🦂 Summary: Germany's GDP pleasantly surprises in Q1, hinting at a possible economic turnaround for 2024. Improved sentiment indicators and ECB's expected rate cut in June contribute to the optimism. However, uncertainty looms over the Fed's interest rate decision. 🌍 Global Outlook: - Eurozone's Q1 GDP grows slightly more than expected, but mixed signals persist, particularly in the industrial sector. - US experiences unexpected slowdown in Q1, raising concerns amidst high inflation rates. - China's economy shows resilience, potentially benefiting Eurozone, including Germany. 💼 Germany: - German GDP slightly exceeds expectations in Q1 due to good exports and construction activity. - The trend suggests a potential economic upswing, supported by positive production and service sector indicators. - Improved business outlooks and rising real wages may bolster private consumption. 📊 Financial Markets: - Markets focus on Fed's anticipated rate policy changes, influencing global bond yields. - Rising US yields affect European markets, signaling potential economic challenges. - ECB prepares for possible rate cuts to counter US trends and support Eurozone growth. If you are interested in our analyses, just subscribe to our Economic Research newsletter (in German) here: https://lnkd.in/eEcyQjEa Dr. Max Hanisch / GDV Gesamtverband der Deutschen Versicherungswirtschaft e.V.

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Jan Lozek, and I shed light on the importance of collaboration between climate tech start-ups and corporations in Business Insider last week. Here are the key takeaways: 1️⃣ Digitalization can slow down climate change: As our electricity grids transform, digital tools are crucial. In Germany alone, 2.6 million photovoltaic systems will be on residential roofs by summer 2023. This ecosystem can only be managed effectively with automated, digital tools, like Amperecloud, node.energy and metergrid GmbH are working on. 2️⃣ Unity for Climate Goals: To meet climate goals amid significant macroeconomic challenges, collaboration between startups and corporations is essential. Startups bring innovation and new technologies, while corporations provide resources, market access, and scaling capabilities. At Future Energy Ventures, we foster collaboration by bringing together innovative climate tech startups and experienced corporations to maximize impact in climate technology. 3️⃣  Decarbonization Goals: Decarbonization is still progressing far too slowly: According to a recent study by PwC, the world needs to decarbonize seven times faster to limit warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. Urgent action is needed. It's time to unite and collaborate! Together, we can spearhead impactful shifts towards a future devoid of carbon, guaranteeing value for every stakeholder right from the beginning. #ClimateTech #Innovation #Decarbonization #EnergyTransition 

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Thrilled to be featured in #Handelsblatt discussing the state of the Asset Management industry. It's a challenging time for Asset Managers, and here are a few reasons why: - While AuM are up 12% after a turbulent 2022, the industry’s profit pool is down 8%. - Flows are either seeking lower margin products or specialized alternative asset classes. - New clients (e.g., Gen Z) are not that easy to capture for traditional asset managers. I’m curious to hear your thoughts on these developments! What do you think the future holds for our industry? #assetmanagement #mutualfunds #innovation

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You would like to raise funding, but don’t know how to start? -make reaserch of VC funds, -make your own list of funds that can be interested in your solution by analyzing their investment strategy, - Network Actively, no one is investing into strangers, - Seek warm introductions, - Check the funds references to be sure you are inviting right people to the table. Interested in more insights? Take a look on the video, that cover one part of the workshop on the topic How to create and maintain relationships with investors.

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😎 Summer Fridays! Many companies used to do half-day Fridays. Is that you? Well, whether you’re in full force today or taking a leisurely day, I wanted to expand upon a carousel I made for you a couple of weeks ago about 𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐉𝐨𝐲. Entering a summer weekend seems like the perfect time to do that. The last item in my recent carousel talks about how 𝐣𝐨𝐲 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡. It got me wondering: ➔ Shouldn’t that be the other way around? ➔ Wouldn’t personal growth promote joy? (I had to think about that.) Let’s look at them both…here’s what I came up with. 𝐉𝐨𝐲 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡. This suggests that experiencing joy or happiness can lead to personal development and self-improvement. 🤔 Hmmm…nice! It implies that being joyful acts as a catalyst for you to see things different and to grow. 📍Side note: Maybe that summer watermelon is more than a little tasty 🍉 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐉𝐨𝐲 This one indicates that engaging in activities that contribute to one’s personal development or growth can result in feelings of joy and happiness. Personal growth is the driving force here and joy becomes the result of growing. That makes so much sense to me since I’ve been doing a tremendous amount of personal development this year and I am feeling super joyful these days. In fact, I’m so ready to hit the beach in The Cape, that I’ll only stick around for a half day today, so drop your comment below and let me know what you’re doing this summer weekend 🏖 (sure hope it includes joy and personal growth❗️) 𝐏.𝐒. 𝐈𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮’𝐝 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞, 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐬𝐞𝐞: ➔ the original carousel with 8 Reasons To Choose Joy here: https://lnkd.in/d6KRmbi6 ➔ the associated newsletter https://lnkd.in/dJuuRES9 ➔ and the blog post where this all was born from here: https://lnkd.in/d5SZ3gXT Have a great weekend 🏖😎🍉

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Feeling overwhelmed when faced with numerous options or complex decisions is a common human experience. In the latest Forbes Series interview, Aline Holzwarth spoke with Miraj Chokshi, CPO at Carallel, about this very topic. They explored how he managed to simplify choices and streamline decision-making processes, citing examples like enabling nurses to connect with a doctor through a single button. ▶ The behavioral science behind this centers around reducing cognitive overload. Humans have a limited capacity for attention and decision-making. When bombarded with too many options or intricate choices, we experience cognitive overload, which often results in procrastination or inaction as our brains try to minimize effort. This phenomenon is especially prevalent during periods of stress, scarcity, or uncertainty. 🧠 In the realm of digital apps, designers frequently aim to offer a variety of options to users but risk overwhelming them in the process. Nevertheless, there are successful examples from companies that have effectively navigated this challenge, demonstrating how to design user-friendly experiences without causing cognitive overload. 📲 Check below for more details, and if you're interested in discussing this common concern further, reach out to us!

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𝗚𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘆'𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘀: 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀, 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝘅𝗼𝗱𝘂𝘀 Hey CEOs, Germany's property crisis is deepening. Foreign investments are drying up. High interest rates and economic uncertainty are scaring away investors. Just last year, foreign buyers accounted for 37% of German commercial property transactions. Now? Only 35% in Q1. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀? ➡️ High inflation. ➡️ Recession fears. ➡️ Structural issues. Yes, Germany’s GDP rose by 0.2% in Q1, but don’t be fooled. The economy shrank by 0.3% in Q4 and throughout 2023. Worst performing major economy globally last year. Remember, Germany once had a ‘labor market miracle’. ✅ Low unemployment. ✅ Economic stability. But now? ⚠️ An aging population. ⚠️ Overzealous bureaucracy. ⚠️ Sluggish productivity. ⚠️ Energy crisis fallout. Is part-time work fueling economic woes? Maybe. But critics also point to Germany’s slow tech adoption. The construction sector is also struggling. High costs. Low demand. April’s IFO report shows over 55% of residential construction companies lack orders. Ouch. It’s a tough time for German real estate. We need to adapt and innovate. Nerea Lopez, what's your take on this?

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New KONTEXT Institut für Klimafragen report featuring E3ME scenario analysis shows that ambitious industrial policy and decarbonisation measures hold significant potential for both the Austrian and wider European economy.   By implementing a more ambitious set of industrial policies that sets a strong focus on the production of key technologies in the EU, there are long-term effects on economic output with 3.3% higher GDP and 44,000 more jobs in 2050 in Austria, compared to business-as-usual. Learn more about the report findings here: https://lnkd.in/eCdqicdF An Vu János Hidi Márton Simó

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We maintain close and strong links with academic research. In the last module of his lecture, Peter Oertmann will also tell his students about our practical experience at Ultramarin in the application of AI in equity selection. #ultramarin #quant #investing #machinelearning #artificialintelligence #ai #assetmanagement

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For the Reinventing Finance Podcast, I recently had a chat with Martin Schachinger, the Co-Founder and Managing Director of Finnoconsult - a consulting firm that accompanies its customers from the ideation of digital business ideas until the implementation and helps its customers from #banking and #insurance to better sell to and serve potential online customers. Focusing on customer experience first and not on backend processes and backend activities non-customers don’t judge is crucial when it comes to optimising digital experience and customer journey. In this podcast episode, Martin and I discuss: 📍Finnoconsult, Ennoconsult and their new partner AOE 📍Why the non-customer experience (from an outside perspective) should be considered more by banks or insurance firms 📍The Finnoscore, an evaluation method developed by Finnoconsult to evaluate the digital experience offered by a bank or insurance firm 📍How the A.I.D.A. model and Finnoscore are related 📍 What the model is based on, the 12 dimensions and how the key dimensions of the ranking are weighted 📍 AI in customer relations A/B testing and the importance of CTA when it comes to #online experience 📍Transparency of prices and price comparison 📍 Advice to Insurance CEOs when it comes to #digital experiences Check out the episode! 🎧https://lnkd.in/g5gQAY58 🎬https://lnkd.in/gXWj2djP

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