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NETO Innovation - Your guide to EIC funding Transforming bright ideas into market revolutions is an exciting adventure made possible by the European Innovation Council (EIC). At NETO Innovation, we specialize in navigating the EIC's funding ecosystem to elevate your innovations from conception to market triumph. 🔍 EIC Pathfinder: For visionaries at the ideation stage, aiming at TRL 3/4. Whether you're a solo innovator or a small consortium, we're here to light the path ahead. 🌉 EIC Transition: We bridge the critical gap from idea to market, guiding projects from TRL 3/4 to TRL 5/6. We make it easy for you to transition from idea to commercial reality with NETO Innovation. 🎯 EIC Accelerator: For those ready to finalize development and launch into commercialization, from TRL 5/6 to TRL 9. Whether you're a startup or an SME, we're your co-pilot to market success. With NETO Innovation's clear innovation management and accreditation by Bpifrance, your journey through the EIC's landscape is in expert hands. Join us to turn your groundbreaking ideas into reality. Discover how our tailored support can open new doors to your innovation. 🔗 Connect with us to explore how we can elevate your project to the next level. #EICFunding #InnovationManagement #NETOInnovation #EuropeanInnovationCouncil #Bpifrance #ResearchAndDevelopment  

Who says responsible growth is possible? MWC Barcelona does! This year's flagship event for mobile operators was more than just tech. It was about proving that innovation and sustainability are not mutually exclusive.💡 During the three days we were there, we saw incredible innovation across sectors, from responsible AI to climate-conscious startups. As alumni of the GSMA Innovation Fund, we also had the privilege of participating in the 4YFN pitching hub and booth exhibition. The entire experience gave us many lessons—in networking, innovating, and breaking new ground with confidence. Swipe for insights. ➡️ Back in India, we're energized to keep pushing the boundaries and building a more sustainable tomorrow. #Future #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #Innovation #GreenTech

🦾 I couldn’t agree more with Patrick Burkert on the power of ecosystems. Together we have the ability to make a real difference by co-creating social and economic change. But we need to know how to function as a whole.   🤝 To make a meaningful impact, it is essential to connect the dots – or «pearls», as Patrick called them – intentionally. That’s why our collaboration with institutions like Campus Founders, TUM Campus Heilbronn, or Fraunhofer IAO is crucial. We bridge the gap between startups, research institutes and industry leaders, ensuring communication is balanced and all parties have a shared vision.   🚀 Our #VentureFormats play a pivotal role in this process: they provide a dynamic platform where ecosystem participants can directly interact, exchange ideas, and cultivate strategic partnerships. It’s not just about networking – it’s about facilitating meaningful and productive dialogues that drive innovation.   👉 Connect with us to learn how our #VentureFormats can open doors for you.   #Innovation #TechIndustry #SopraSteriaVenturesGermany #VentureRoundtable #AI #AutomotiveIndustry #StartupCulture #InnovationEcosystem cc: Richard Rau I Caroline Hoffmann I Lucas Engel I Prof. Dr.-Ing. Marc Rüger I Dr. Manuel Kaiser I Tim Beichter I ETH Zürich I IPAI I Christine Rathgeber I summetix I Erik Kaiser I Semorai GmbH I John Achim Holzhauer I Sylvia Toth I Carla Marquez I Fabian Klein I appliedAI Initiative GmbH I Johannes Keller I Dr. Frauke Goll I Christian Wrage

Excited for today's #VelvetInnovation Meetup! 🎉 Can’t wait to connect with innovators from business, academia, tech, and startups (not just from the South Moravian region)! 🚀 If you're around, let's grab a drink and have a chat! 🥂 More details here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dYPp85Yr #innovation #tech #biotech #startups

The countdown to #LSIEurope24 is on! With just 12 weeks to go, we’re seeing an unprecedented investor turnout. This year, we’ll have more top funds than ever before, creating the highest investor-to-attendee ratio we have ever seen. Connect with a packed house of 100 investors including: • Carissa Bellardine Black, Senior Director, Venture Capital, Medtronic • Roberta Ferrari, Managing Partner, EQT Life Sciences • Janke Dittmer, General Partner, Head of European HealthTech Investments, Gilde Healthcare • Marc Subirats, General Partner, Nina Capital • Sahirzeeshan (Sahir) Ali, Founder & General Partner, Modi Ventures • Ashley Seehusen, Venture Partner, SANTÉ • Michaël Vlemmix, Partner, Gimv Life Sciences • Ehsan Jabbarzadeh, PhD, MBA, Venture Partner, IAG Capital Partners • Martin Omid A., Managing Director & Founder, Anthro Ventures • & 100 more This is just the beginning. If you're looking to connect with industry-leading investors (venture capital, private equity, angel groups, accelerators, etc.), this is the place to do it. View a larger list of confirmed investors on our website. Interested in speaking, presenting, or exhibiting at LSI Europe '24? Join nearly 1,000 global Medtech and Healthtech leaders in Sintra, Portugal this September 16-20th. Apply today while space is still available.

VERBUND X is making a powerful start to 2024 with the Innovation Camp >> seven new start-up cooperation projects between VERBUND and our corporate partners have been launched and the first PoC results of projects with start-ups from autumn 2023 have already been presented…🚀 #innovation #startups #collaboration #verbund

🚀 Are you an early-stage startup looking for funding and licensing deals? Apply to the Innovator's Pitch Challenge (IPC) competition at #RESIEurope2024 and #pitch your business idea to 🔝 international #investors. Why you should seize the opportunity ⁉ Read the feedback by Markus Wilhelms, CEO of MOWOOT: 💬 “Our company has participated in several #RESI events, and we have never regretted it! We have also taken part in the #InnovatorsPitchChallenge, which is a great chance to be “in the spotlight” and get extra visibility. In our case, winning the IPC award was even picked up by the press, which was a further bonus. I can recommend participating in RESI for all early-stage #lifescience and #healthcare companies that are currently fundraising or preparing a #funding round.” Only 40 companies from the #BioRegionCatalonia will be able to benefit from a discount to take part in the challenge. Apply here ➡ https://lnkd.in/d-_jYggX ⏳ Deadline for IPC applications is May 8, hurry up! The next RESI Europe event (📍 Barcelona, June 17–19) is organized by Life Science Nation in collaboration with Biocat, BioRegion of Catalonia, Generalitat de Catalunya, Ajuntament de Barcelona, and Biotechgate.

𝗟𝗲𝘁'𝘀 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿! 🚀 The “Innovationsagenda 2030” published by the Startup-Verband not only shows what the German start-up ecosystem is already achieving, but also what is still missing and what is needed by 2030 for Germany to further expand its innovative strength and secure future prosperity. 💡 The importance of the expansion of #innovation transfer has made it into the top 10. There should be more incentives for spin-offs from #research and #science. Here is the original post: https://lnkd.in/dh3TUwAn At Max-Planck-Innovation GmbH and our MAX!mize incubator for Max Planck start-ups, we are proud to already be contributing significantly to #TechnologyTransfer. Through our commitment, we help to transform groundbreaking research into marketable products - and thus strengthen Germany's innovative power. But we can only do this with you! Let's drive innovation forward together! #Apply today for Batch #5 of our MAX!mize incubation program. 🧡 🔗 Link in the comments. #maximizeincubator is the official start-up incubation program for the Max Planck Society by Max-Planck-Innovation GmbH.

Innovation is a lifeline during tough times 🚀 - join our Magnetic Innovation Festival in March 🎉 . Details below. In the fast-paced world of business, innovation is not just a (sometimes over used) buzzword but a critical survival tool. We can't cost-cut our way out of a tough economic climate, instead we must focus on both controlling overheads AND growth. In a recent study we found that a large proportion of c-suite executives are going to be doubling down on innovation in the next 12 months, so what can they learn from startups? Startups, with their agility, customer-centric approach, and openness to change, have become beacons of innovation, challenging established players and reshaping markets. PLCs are often weighed down by their size and legacy systems, and can struggle to keep pace with the rapid changes in customer expectations and technological advancements. However, by adopting 3 of the strategies that make startups thrive, PLCs can reinvent themselves, ensuring longevity and continued relevance in an ever-evolving landscape. 💡 One - Agility and the willingness to pivot Startups operate in a constant state of flux, which allows them to quickly respond to market changes or customer feedback. This agility is something PLCs can learn from. For instance, adopting lean methodologies to streamline processes and decision-making can help PLCs become more responsive. Embracing a culture of experimentation and accepting failure as a stepping stone to innovation can also foster agility. 💡 Two - Customer-centric innovation Startups excel at keeping their finger on the pulse of customer needs, often tailoring their offerings to provide personalised solutions. PLCs can emulate this approach by investing in customer research and feedback mechanisms to better understand and anticipate customer needs. Creating small cross-functional teams focused on customer experience can ensure that customer-centricity is at the heart of the innovation process. 💡 Three - Fostering an innovation ecosystem Startups often operate in vibrant ecosystems that encourage collaboration, knowledge sharing, and networking. PLCs can replicate this by building partnerships with startups, academia, and other stakeholders. Establishing innovation hubs or incubators can also help in nurturing new ideas and technologies within the organisation. Want to learn more then join our Innovation Festival in March - a series of free talks, panels and workshops. Browse the schedule here and sign up (as places are limited): https://lnkd.in/e3PxeWCu #innovation #startups #transformation #change #growth #design #agile #pivot #customercentric

🌟 Here’s to all visionaries of MUNICH’S INNOVATION ECOSYSTEM: At the MUNICH INNOVATION ECOSYSTEM 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝘂𝗽 four weeks ago, we discussed an #Agenda2030. The amazing work of Beate Kopp summarizes our common vision for #Munich. 🚀 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗛𝘂𝗯: Munich leads Germany's innovation landscape, combining high-tech advancements with a welcoming atmosphere where you can be creative. “Laptop meets Lederhosn”! 👨💻 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀: Munich envisions a future intertwined with #AI, aiming to establish Bavaria as Europe's AI epicenter while fostering deep tech and industry growth. 🤝 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗶𝘁: Collaboration is at the heart of Munich's ethos, bringing together diverse stakeholders to build a vibrant ecosystem. 🧠 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Munich strives to create an environment with minimal barriers, encouraging free thinking and fostering an open culture. 🌐 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Amplifying Munich’s innovation ecosystem not only nationally but on a global scale is paramount, breaking boundaries and connecting with international partners. 💵 𝗔𝘁𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Munich aims to attract significant venture capital and investment to drive innovation and growth. Reinvestment after successful exits is necessary for Munich to become the Scale-up City 2030. 📈 𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀: Encouraging boldness and scalability, challenging stakeholders to think big and strive for excellence. 🎓 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Munich's universities cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset, empowering students to drive innovation and impact. 💬 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Munich's path towards innovation thrives on collaboration; together, we can turn ideas into reality. Let's collaborate and innovate for a better future! Feel free to share your thoughts and let's keep the conversation going! 🌟🚀💡 #MUNICHINNOVATIONECOSYSTEM #Agenda2030 #Collaboration The event was initiated by Hochschule München with Strascheg Center for Entrepreneurship gGmbH, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München with LMU Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center, Technische Universität München with UnternehmerTUM and supported by Landeshauptstadt München and munich business.   Feel free to share the picture, but please credit © Beate Kopp! 🙏