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Want to meet future unicorn founders? The application for The Residency program is closing soon and I'm definitely applying! 🚀 I've always wanted to meet people who share my passion for growth and innovation and to be part of a community that can truly elevate my knowledge, network, and experience. The Residency feels like a guaranteed path to success, and the upcoming Second Cohort will start next year in Berkeley. 🔸 Join a dynamic community of innovators. 🔸 Develop your startup dream. 🔸 Project-based learning. 🔸 Connect globally. 🔸 Ignite innovation. 🔸 Collaborate and support. I want to apply the comment below. Hope we meet there! 🌟🚀🌐 #TheResidency #EmpoweringVisionaryBuilders

👋 Join us in warmly welcoming the newest Venture Scouts at First Momentum Ventures! This month, we onboarded a select group of accomplished founders, startup professionals, and students who have honed their skills at top-tier companies such as Microsoft, CERN, remberg, EY, Procter & Gamble, AutoScout24, and others. Our Venture Scouts not only tell us about emerging startups in the Deep Tech and B2B Tech sectors but also generously share their technical knowledge with the community and provide valuable support to our portfolio companies. This month's cohort exemplifies this spirit, with diverse backgrounds and expertise spanning Physics, Computer Science, Product Management, and Biotech. If you are eager to discover the next wave of successful Deep Tech startups in Europe and are interested in joining our team as a Venture Scout, apply here: 2ly.link/1vk2M 👩💻. Rico Chandra, Lilly M. Dobreva, Paul-Christoph Altunay, Enrico Lutz, Felix Schmidt, Kishore Ramesh kumar #firstmomentum #venturecapital #venturescouts #computerscience #engineering #phd #vcjobs #founders #deeptech #industrytech #studentjobs #startupjobs

We are 💪🏼 gearing up for the Demo Day, a crucial milestone in our startup‘s journey at Startup Lisboa Incubation Program! On June 14th, while celebrating my 2nd week as a summer intern, I had the pleasure of co-hosting this week‘s Rocket Sessions. David Carpe joined us for a session that provided valuable insights on How to Hire a Top Talent Team, where with the contribution of the founders, there were these conclusions: 🌟 Look for consistent top performers; 🔧 Focus on product engineering for your first hires; 🛑 Be cautious about when to hire a salesperson, as the best person to sell your product is you (the founder); ⚖️ Understand that hiring is about leverage - decide where you should focus your efforts; 💼 Balance giving equity or cash to your first five hires. The 2nd topic of the day was Raising Money as a Founder, with insights from speakers Michelle Martin from Maka Health (techstars ‘23) and João Guimarães from Intuitivo, both from Startup Lisboa‘s community, a roundtable moderated by João Nunes Rosado. Main Takeaways: 👀 Know who you have inside your board and manage the decision power; 📌 Learn from investors and mentors; don‘t over-prepare for fundraising; 💰 See where you are good at. Remember that VCs must de-risk their investment and create a thesis around your company. I‘m truly excited about the next few months and the opportunities to delve deeper into the startup ecosystem. The knowledge and experiences we gain will undoubtedly fuel our growth and success. Ricardo Viegas, Summer Intern at Unicorn Factory Lisboa #startuplx #startup #incubation #incubationprogram #incubator #community #founder #rocketsessions

We are excited to welcome Reinhardt Karpenko to our team! 🎉 Reinhardt joins us from Lund University, where he is pursuing his Master's in Entrepreneurship & Innovation. He has previous experience with Luminovo and sento.io and is excited about working with the most visionary founders in the European tech ecosystem. Reinhardt supports First Momentum Ventures with our upcoming Deep Tech napkin, investing in Europe's most promising tech companies and supporting our founders in growing their ventures. We are delighted to have you on board, Reini! 🚀 👉 If you want to join one of Europe’s most active Deep Tech VCs, apply as an intern (link in the comments). #team #firstmomentum #vcnews

🚀 Building a successful startup requires selecting a team with the right skillset! 🗓 Pop the 29th February, 4-5 GMT in your diary for the first of 3 webinars on how to make an ideal startup team and the type of skills they will need. 🌟 As an added bonus, the panel will include Cambridge's Anne Dobrée, Programming Director at Founders at the University of Cambridge #startuplife #spinout #IECambridge #teambuilding

October was an incredible month for the Tough Tech Community. The 6th Tough Tech Summit in Boston convened an amazing group of over 800 founders, leaders, and builders. We also concluded the 7th and largest Blueprint Cohort, forging a path for the next generation of Tough Tech leaders, and hosted our 3rd Talent Fair, connecting mission-driven job seekers with pioneering Tough Tech companies. This moment also marks the start of an exciting new chapter for The Engine. We are thrilled to share a new name and structure. As we've scaled our support and investment of Tough Tech over the past 6 years, two distinct entities have naturally emerged. Moving forward, The Engine will exist as such: The Engine Accelerator and Engine Ventures. Welcome to The Engine Accelerator! As a public benefit corporation, The Engine Accelerator supports Tough Tech teams who are working to solve the world’s toughest challenges. We curate comprehensive startup programs, provide access to specialized infrastructure including labs, equipment, tools, and workspace as well as convene the ecosystem necessary to build transformative technologies from idea to impact. Engine Ventures will continue to invest in Tough Tech founders unlocking massive opportunities in climate change, human health and advanced systems.   Our shared mission is stronger than ever: to help bridge the gap between discovery and commercialization for Tough Tech founders’ breakthrough technologies,  so we can address the most challenging problems facing our planet. In the coming days and weeks, we'll share more on how to be part of The Engine Accelerator, including upcoming events, programs, and more. We are excited to continue our journey to create a brighter, more sustainable future.

Stage Two is gearing up for its next exciting chapter, and this year promises to be bigger than ever. 🔥 Proudly hosted under the patronage of the BMWK, Stage Two is returning to Berlin for the third consecutive year.   Stage Two stands as the premier pan-European competition dedicated to championing the most promising startups emerging from leading universities. The mission? To bring innovative solutions to the world, embodying the ethos of "For Our Beyond." ⚡   With the opportunity to take center stage and pitch their ideas in front of globally renowned investors, young startups not only have the chance to connect and grow but also to shape the future. 🚀 🌎   Stage Two is the ultimate platform for aspiring innovators and entrepreneurial-minded students to gain invaluable international exposure. It's a chance to engage with elite student teams, corporate partners, and top-tier investors who can provide genuine, long-lasting support. 🤝   By bridging founders across national boundaries, Stage Two provides access to international markets, fostering connections that will drive innovation forward. Join this remarkable journey to make a meaningful impact on the world stage. 🌐 If you want to follow the livestream on the 19th of October, you can register just here: https://lnkd.in/ezyZDerG 💻 #forourbeyond #jointhetribe #student #innovation #stagetwo #apply #competition

Today marks a significant milestone as we launch our first accelerator cohort, showcasing 20 dynamic startups, each with a unique story and founded by passionate refugee and immigrant entrepreneurs. Discover these inspiring businesses and learn more about their journeys on our website: https://lnkd.in/eZkS37AU The excitement doesn't end there - we are also creating opportunities for over 100 students to dive into the startup world through internships, fostering a collaborative space for learning and real-world experience. If you're passionate about entrepreneurship and have wisdom to share, we’re on the lookout for mentors to support these incredible startups. Please reach out to discuss how you can be part of this transformative journey! Cheers to innovation, collaboration, and the powerful journey that lies ahead with these inspiring founders and dedicated students! #DREAMVentureLabs #StartupAccelerator #RefugeeEntrepreneurs #ImmigrantFounders #Internships #Mentorship #Innovation #Entrepreneurship

This is really happening. Deep Tech Momentum is officially 1 month away. The countdown is on! In just 30 days, Berlin will become the epicenter of Europe’s Deep Tech revolution. 150 early-stage Deep Tech startups, 100 startup talents, 40 top-tier investors, and 90 industry experts will come together at Deep Tech Momentum (May 14-16th). 🌟 What's Brewing for Deep Tech Momentum? 🚀 Pitches from 150 Deep Tech startups 💼 Panels & Workshops from Europe’s best investors 🧠 1:1’s with expert mentors 🤝 Networking for ambitious startup talent We’re setting the stage for life-changing moments. Imagine finding your co-founder, next mentor, investor, or first big customer in a setting designed for intimacy and impact. Get ready for an unforgettable experience where every interaction has the potential to transform the future of Deep Tech. ⏰ Final Joiner tickets are still available for startup talent interested in networking with teams hiring and potential co-founders. 👇 Apply via the link in the comments before they’re gone! #DeepTechMomentum #TechstarsBerlin #Innovation #Networking