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US$28 billion committed in 5 years for gender-smart capital. Just the beginning. Looking for verifiable impact when investing in gender? 🤔 Investing into a social impact indicator? Without an existing social EU taxonomy? Where to look for a strong framework allowing for serious, verifiable measurement against a global standard? 🐱🏍 2X Global has shown this is possible (https://www.2xglobal.org/). We are currently upgrading the system and we are working on broadening the investor and investee outreach substantially. 🤓 Proud to support 2X Global and the 2X Challenge - try to find me in the picture in the 2X post below. This ecosystem building has the potential to mobilize much more capital into serious activities supporting gender equality and diversity worldwide. It will also help asset owners and asset managers to rely on a global standard - by adhering to the 2X criteria, qualifying for the challenge, or using the 2X Certification as a strong and externally verified quality signal. ❤ The DFI colleagues initiating and continuously working on this 2X initiative can be proud to have catalyzed such a development. 🙇♂️ 2X Global Jo McDonnell Jessica Espinoza Stella Schaller DEG Bruno Wenn Søren Peter Andreasen Renzo Mendoza Castro Andrew Kuper Leticia Emme Charley Clarke Jessica Menon evolutiq evolutiq impact advisory GmbH Mack Schow Arsalan Mahtafar Frédéric Wils INDEFI Susanne Bregy Mark Palm David Richmond Christian Rosenholm European DFIs - EDFI Juho Uusihakala (I felt you) Elleke Maliepaard

🌱 F2F in Guarda, Portugal! 🌱 📅 October 24-25, 2023 marked a milestone for us as we met F2F for our ambitious project, SEED, nestled in the vibrant heart of Guarda, Portugal. 💼 F2F: An Intersection of Minds 🤝 This two-day event wasn't just a meeting; it was a melting pot of ideas and aspirations. Our diverse team came together, each member eager to contribute their unique perspective. The energy in the room was palpable, as we engaged in productive discussions, laying the groundwork for our project's roadmap. 🌟 Productive Workflow & Brainstorming Sessions ✨ Our focus was clear: to establish a workflow that's not only efficient but also sustainable. We brainstormed tirelessly, each session bringing us closer to our vision of an educational model that nurtures entrepreneurial skills in a sustainable manner. 🔍 Looking Ahead: A Path of Innovation and Growth 🌍 As we wrap up our kickoff event, we are filled with a sense of purpose and excitement. SEED is more than a project; it's a commitment to foster sustainable entrepreneurship in education, to nurture minds that will shape our future. Stay tuned as we embark on this remarkable journey. We're just getting started, and the possibilities are endless! #SEEDProject #SustainableEntrepreneurship #EducationInnovation #TeamBuilding #ProductiveWorkflow #Brainstorming #GuardaPortugal #ProjectKickoff *Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.

What's happening in the New Nordic tech landscape? 🤔 Throughout the year, we at byFounders keep track of the pre-seed to Series A rounds in the Nordics and Baltics - or the New Nordics as we like to call it. We compile a dataset primarily for our internal use, but we decided to again share some insight into what we’ve seen, and to highlight a few companies from each country. Interested in knowing: 👉 How much capital was invested in New Nordic tech startups? 👉 Who most active investor were? 👉 How active non-European investor participation were? 👉 How much funding impact startups received? 👉 What the share of diverse founding teams or repeat founders was? 👉 What new VC funds launched in the region? Dig in to find out! https://lnkd.in/dje7Q_i3

What’s the shape of the New Nordics ecosystem in 2023? 🤔 🌟 Thanks byFounders for there last super insightful report, sharing perspectives on pre-seed to series A tech startups and VC across #Nordics and #Baltics 👉Sweden lead the way on early stage VC investment for 2023 (again) followed closely by Finland and Denmark 🧪Digital Health startups raised 108M€ in 2023, the fourth-largest sector in terms of fundraising 🇺🇸Digital Health startups are attracting American investor like General Catalyst with their investment in Neko Health If you want to read the full report see below ⬇

The digital world's version of the red carpet event, the NZ Hi-Tech Awards. While they're a bit like the Oscars, these awards aren't just about applauding the who's who in our arena; they're a beacon for up-and-coming talent and innovation. This year, we want to shine a special spotlight on Marlborough's very own tech titans: Smart Machine, SWE (Southern Water Engineering) and Starboard Maritime Intelligence. Let's make this interactive! 🙌 We're keen to hear from you—drop your thoughts, tech aspirations, or nods to local innovators in the comments below. Let's turn our collective insight into a powerhouse of innovation and conversation. And for those who thrive on staying ahead of the curve, subscribing to our newsletter is like having a front-row ticket to the future. 💌✨ Are you ready to be part of this thrilling journey? Let's ride the wave of tech revolution together, transforming curiosity into knowledge, and innovation into everyday reality. The future's not just something we head towards; it's something we create. #TechRevolution #MarlboroughInnovates #NZHiTechAwards Your thoughts, stories, and insights are what make this journey exciting. Click on our latest blog post, dive into the discussion, and let's shape the future of tech, together. After all, in the grand tapestry of innovation, every thread counts. Let's weave something spectacular. 🌈🚀

We're thrilled to announce that we've officially joined the Canadian Australian Chamber of Commerce! 🇨🇦🇦🇺 This incredible partnership marks a significant milestone in our journey to foster global connections and drive innovation. As a member, we're poised to unlock new opportunities, forge meaningful relationships, and amplify our impact on an international scale. At iRefer, we believe in the power of collaboration to drive positive change. By joining forces with the CACC, we're strengthening our commitment to building bridges between Canada and Australia, fostering trade, and driving economic growth. Together, we'll embark on a journey of exploration, innovation, and collaboration. We look forward to connecting with fellow members, sharing insights, and leveraging our collective expertise to create a brighter, more prosperous future for all. Join us as we embark on this exciting new chapter! Together, let's redefine what's possible and unlock endless opportunities on the global stage. #iRefer #Partnership #Innovation #GlobalConnections #CACC #CanadaAustralia #Collaboration #EconomicGrowth #ExcitingNews

We're thrilled to announce that we've officially joined the Canadian Australian Chamber of Commerce! 🇨🇦🇦🇺 This incredible partnership marks a significant milestone in our journey to foster global connections and drive innovation. As a member, we're poised to unlock new opportunities, forge meaningful relationships, and amplify our impact on an international scale. At iRefer, we believe in the power of collaboration to drive positive change. By joining forces with the CACC, we're strengthening our commitment to building bridges between Canada and Australia, fostering trade, and driving economic growth. Together, we'll embark on a journey of exploration, innovation, and collaboration. We look forward to connecting with fellow members, sharing insights, and leveraging our collective expertise to create a brighter, more prosperous future for all. Join us as we embark on this exciting new chapter! Together, let's redefine what's possible and unlock endless opportunities on the global stage. #iRefer #Partnership #Innovation #GlobalConnections #CACC #CanadaAustralia #Collaboration #EconomicGrowth #ExcitingNews

"The Sil [river] carries the water and the Miño [river] the fame" 🥇🥈 This is a Spanish proverb that refers to the curious fact that the Sil river, whose length (234 km) and basin surface (796,000 hectares) are greater than those of the Miño (171 km and 469,000 hectares respectively), is nevertheless a tributary of it. 🌊🚰 And what does this have to do with the MWC and the 4YFN that start this Monday, February 26th? If you have 3 minutes, I'll explain it to you 😊 Often in conversations with colleagues in the Innovation ecosystem 💡, we tend to tell each other that when we visit these two events, year after year, we tend to enjoy 4YFN more than MWC. 💘 Does this mean that one is better than the other? Not at all. Historically, in fact, there is no doubt that the MWC (formerly called 'GSM World Congress' and '3GSM World Congress' when held in other cities) emerged much earlier and it is under its undisputed protection and support that the 4YFN has been able to flourish during its 10-year history. In addition, both have served to consolidate enviable innovation and technology ecosystems around Barcelona, very well integrated by all the agents of the system. The beauty 👀 of the MWC and 4YFN is that they complement each other. How? The MWC is undoubtedly the most relevant international event that takes place in Barcelona connected to businesses linked to technology 🔬, telecommunications 📶 and even R&D ⚗. Its focus is perhaps more concentrated on Corporations under a paradigm of EXPLOTATION of their current big business. On the other hand, the 4YFN has a much more “startup character”, much more EXPLORATORY of what is being forged ⚒. Summarizing and leaving aside many nuances, we can say that the MWC talks about where the PRESENT and the business are now and the 4YFN talks about where the FUTURE and exploratory innovation are going to. Therefore, returning to that saying I played with at the beginning, the MWC is deservedly a 'precious river Miño' and the 4YFN its no less 'precious tributary Sil', although the 'water' that the latter brings is the ability of startups and corporations to mingle and build the future together 🤝⛓. These are the same corporations of the MWC, perhaps with a greater focus on opening up to entrepreneurship and innovation that is possible to build hand in hand with the startups full of talent and passion that we are fortunate to have in our European, Spanish and Barcelona ecosystem 🌍. And you? ✌🖐 Do you enjoy MWC or 4YFN more?🤔 #innovation #ecosystems #startups #entrepreneurship #MWC #4YFN

I'm hot off the heels of a thrilling visit to Atlanta to celebrate the inaugural WestJet flight connecting Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to the world's busiest airport, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport with daily non-stop flights. James Jackson Adrian Warchola Paige Goueffic curated an incredibly inspiring group of Edmontonians to learn more about what makes Metro Atlanta special, how their economic development ecosystem works, and how we can develop meaningful relationships between our cities. Key learnings for me: 🚩 Economic development is a team sport. And like in team sports, the ownership group sets the vision for the organization, the coaching staff builds the strategy to achieve that vision, and the players execute it by working together and playing their positions as well as they can. 🚩 Stacking post-secondary institutions, technical colleges, and home grown startups to create depth within a particular industry vertical helps attract large corporations to your city to create challenging, meaningful jobs and spark game-changing innovation. 🚩 Access & connectivity are the foundations for growth. If people can get to your region, get around your region easily, meet people, bring ideas to life together, and move people and goods easily through your region across the country, you will be a strong community that everyone will be jumping over each other to invest in. This is a great flight for my company, Field Notes, to explore how we expand into new markets, but Atlanta is also a city we can learn a ton from, and I am excited to see what great ideas stick from this trade mission.

Oslo is no.1 ✨ Rising stars ✨ in Europe according to the top tech ecosystems guide by Dealroom.co. The ranking includes over 200 cities in the world. The Oslo ecosystem is still young but we have seen tremendous development in the last few years. Now the work to be done is attracting later-stage investments and talent to the region. Link to read the guide in the comment section. ⬇ Innovation Norway Business Norway #Oslo