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🚀 Boost your start-up’s potential at the afstudeerbeurs! Join us on March 27, 2025, at Flanders Expo Ghent - Hall 1 for the 22nd afstudeerbeurs. Secure your spot in the Ghent Capital of Technology Corner and enjoy these fantastic perks: ✔️ seamless job vacancy promotion ✔️ company page on the event website ✔️ use of the appointment module via ConversationStarter.net ✔️ access to CVs and contact info during and after the fair ✔️ a nice discount via the City of Ghent Booths are going fast, so secure your spot now and don't miss out on this fresh batch of talent! 🔗 Register here for the Bronze package 👇 and find the talent you're looking for! https://lnkd.in/eAvnts3X #TechCapital #GhentTechies #TalentHunt #Startups

📣 The #startup journey can be a rollercoaster - the highs are exhilarating, but the lows can be... brutal. That's why we invite you to participate in a Ghent University study on mental health in startups. They need founders and their first employees to speak up about this ride. By participating, you'll get: 🔢 Exclusive data: insights into your team's mental health 🗣️ Practical tips: improve your HR practices with actionable advice 💪 Stronger teams: build a resilient and supportive work environment Let's face it, building a startup is hard work. So let's work on that! https://lnkd.in/eQbXSVBq #TechCapital #GhentTechies #biotech #healthtech #cleantech #digitaltech #mentalhealth #HR #wellbeing Centre for Entrepreneurship Research Evy Van Lancker Mirjam Knockaert Yasmine Van Heghe

#GhentTechies, let's get ready to be inspired! Come to Ghent Slush'D next week for our side event on "How can international talent scale your start-up faster?"  💡In the Rooftop Bar at Wintercircus Ghent, seasoned techies will show how hiring international talent can bring technical expertise and valuable experience to help you scale your start-up more efficiently. Joris Van Der Gucht, co-founder of Silverfin, will share his journey of building a tech empire and scaling businesses. Madeline Lawrence from Aikido Security will offer strategic insights on business development and leveraging talent for rapid expansion. Will we be seeing you there? 👉 https://www.ghentslushd.be #GhentTech #TechCapital #Innovation #StartupLife #biotech #healthtech #cleantech #digitaltech

👏 Congratulations to the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 Winners! 🏆 Technology Fast 50 Award A massive shoutout to Loop Earplugs for a whopping revenue increase of 11,164.21% over the past four years! Ghent is beaming with pride as we celebrate the incredible achievements of some of our #GhentTechies at the awards! 🌱 In the category 'Most sustainable growth' it was o2o Bicycle Leasing 🚲who took the trophy home, for consistently leading the way. Your dedication to long-term success is truly inspiring! 🚀 We're also congratulating Aikido Security, for being elected as 'Rising star', the most promising company under four years old. We can’t wait to see where you go next! Ghent-based companies also shone brightly in sector awards: Digital Commerce: Just Russel  Media & Entertainment: Funkey - De teambuilding partner Let's see this as a showcase of our thriving tech ecosystem, where innovation meets opportunity. To all of the winners: enjoy this moment and keep going strong! #TechCapital #GhentTechies #digitaltech

📍 Finding the sweet spot for your tech #startup can be tricky. Where to start? Who do you get in touch with? What factors do you consider essential? But guess what? We know the lay of the land in Ghent, European #TechCapital! 🏢At Invest in Ghent, we also specialise in location scouting to help you find the ideal place for your business to thrive. Whether you're looking for a cosy office or a sprawling tech hub, we have the connections and expertise to get you in the door. Why Ghent? Well, that's the easy question. It's more than just a city; it's alive with a tech-savvy community of #GhentTechies envisioning tomorrow's technologies. 🤝Ready to make your move? Let's chat and find your perfect forever after in Ghent. Contact [email protected] and find out more! #startuplife #techentrepreneur #innovation #biotech #healthtech #cleantech #digitaltech

📣 Calling all digital innovators! District09, in collaboration with 4 partner cities, is launching the SPACE4Cities project, and we want you to be a part of it! 🌐With €2.87 million available across three rounds, this is your chance to develop smart solutions for dynamic urban space management using European satellite data. Join us for the Open Market Consultation:  📅 Date: Tuesday, November 5th 🕒 Time: 14:30 - 16:00 CET 💬 Includes: Detailed project briefing, Q&A session Register now and secure your spot in the first round to fully participate in this groundbreaking initiative. 👉 https://lnkd.in/emSKC3Mn Let’s shape the future of our cities together! #TechCapital #GhentTechies #urbaninnovation #digitaltech #smartcities

 🌟It will be lit! Ten high-tech start-ups will pitch during 'Spark! Session 1' next week, an event hosted by Wintercircus Ghent and Hubs4Growth. 📅 Date: October 31 📍 Location: Auditorium Wintercircus Ghent, Makeba Square 2, 9500 Ghent 🕓 Time: 16:00: Doors open 16:30 - 19:00: Start-up pitches (6 min each) Q&A with an expert jury 19:00 - 22:00: DJ, networking, drinks & finger food at Bar Bougie These start-ups are active in energy, renewables, and resource management and will showcase what makes them tick. Don't miss this chance to be in the front row to see their plans for tomorrow! 🎪 Who should attend?  Corporate innovators, C-level execs, angels, (pre)seed investors, CTOs, and anyone passionate about cutting-edge solutions in energy, cleantech, and resource management. 🌱Hubs4Growth is a consortium of the most renowned grassroots incubators in Flanders, driving innovation and growth in our tech ecosystem. Seats are limited, so make sure to register now and secure your spot! 👉 https://lnkd.in/ejSRXWVG (Free for Wintercircus Collective & Shareholders) Let’s spark the future together in Ghent, the European #TechCapital! #techforgood #networking #ghenttechies #biotech #healthtech #cleantech #digitaltech

💡 Did you know that Ondernemen in Gent offers starter contracts? Polysense, a young start-up revolutionising waste reduction in production processes, secured one of these €5000 contracts and is skyrocketing to success. 🌍 With ten employees already on board and plans to expand to a team of 40, including a second office abroad, Polysense is on a mission to make a global impact. “The sky is the limit for Polysense. We want to prove that young people can contribute to a better world!" Yarne De Munck The team recently moved to the new Upoffiz buildings at The Loop, a sustainable project that aligns perfectly with their values. 🌱From humble beginnings at Ghent University to leading a thriving startup, Polysense is a testament to Ghent’s fertile startup ecosystem. Read the entire story (Dutch only) here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eSXeT5q4 #TechCapital #GhentTechies #digitaltech #ecosystem #startup

📣 Are you a #healthtech entrepreneur with groundbreaking ideas and ambitious growth plans? Are you looking for the perfect #funding mix to bring your innovations to life? You'll have the exclusive opportunity on November 21st to present your plans to a panel of funding experts at #FINMIX, organised by VLAIO - Flanders Innovation & Entrepreneurship and imec.istart in collaboration with MEDVIA. 💉In exchange, you'll receive valuable insights and free advice on the best financing strategies tailored to your needs. 🔗 Register now and secure your spot 👉 https://lnkd.in/eUTxBU3d  🚀 Join us in Ghent, #TechCapital - not just a city, but a thriving tech ecosystem. Become a part of our vibrant community and take your venture to new heights! #GhentTechies #innovation #startups #scaleups

In Ghent, local connections are everything - our interconnected tech ecosystem is second to none. From #biotech to #healthtech, #cleantech to #digitaltech, our tech clusters are working towards the innovations of tomorrow. 🤝 We're strong believers in the quadruple helix principle, where academia, industry, government, and civilians come together to drive progress. These unique collaborations fuel groundbreaking advancements and foster a culture of co-creation and participation. Setting ego aside and simply paying it forward. 🧬 This collaborative spirit - engraved in the DNA of our #GhentTechies - makes Ghent a unique hub for tech entrepreneurs. 🔦 Discover a city that's eclectic, quirky, innovative, and ready to welcome you with open arms. Contact us via [email protected] #TechCapital #innovation