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Brazil receives the most VC dollars in LatAm. But what other markets are on the rise? Igor Piquet, Endeavor Catalyst’s regional lead for Latin America, shares key insights from our mid-year VC snapshot: ↪️ Funding is back to pre-pandemic levels, hitting $4B in 2023. 🖥️ Sectors like software, climate tech, and proptech are gaining traction. 🌱 Mega-rounds aren’t as frequent, but seed and early-stage funding will fuel a new wave of innovative startups. 🇨🇴 Colombia now has the second-highest VC investment volume behind Brazil. Curious about VC trends in your region? Dive into our global mid-year snapshots: https://lnkd.in/eXyRxfks #VentureCapital #EndeavorCatalyst #Entrepreneurship

🌟 Sri Lanka: The Emerging Hotspot for Investors! 🌟 🤔 Did you know that Sri Lanka is quickly becoming a prime destination for investors seeking growth and tangible results? This vibrant nation is hosting this year’s DigiEcon Global Investment Summit 2024, making it the centre of attention for global investors and tech enthusiasts. 🚀 Join Tenity at DigiEcon 2024: 📍 Keynote Speaker Highlight: Our VP APAC, Jonas Thürig, will be a featured speaker, sharing his insights during a panel discussion alongside James Tan from Quest Ventures and Craig Bristol Dixon from Accelerating Asia Ventures. 📍 Global VC Collaboration: Tenity will be joining other leading VCs, including Quest Ventures, Accelerating Asia Ventures, Striders Corporation, and Orvel Ventures. 📍 Unmatched Networking: Engage with 100 investors and 50 tech companies as they explore Sri Lanka’s vibrant and buzzing startup sector. Be part of a transformative event that highlights Sri Lanka’s immense potential. Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and grow! 👉 Register Here: https://lnkd.in/g2v2QWgC #Tenity #InvestmentOpportunities #SriLanka #DigiEcon2024 #GlobalSummit #TechInvestors #StartupEcosystem #Leadership #Innovation

Excited to share insights from Allen Taylor, Managing Director of Endeavor Catalyst, and Michele Wanjiku Wainaina, Head of Endeavor Catalyst for Africa. They recently spoke with Citywire South Africa about the positive trajectory of venture capital in Africa and Endeavor Catalyst's unique approach to fueling growth of Africa’s Start-Ups Key points: Focus on Africa: Investors are increasingly turning their attention to the exciting potential of emerging markets like those in Africa. 🚀 Partnership is key: Endeavor Catalyst's model of co-investing with professional funds is crucial for attracting international capital while supporting local ecosystems. 🤝 Unicorn Track Record: Endeavor Catalyst has a proven history of backing winning companies, including Globant, Go1 (South Africa), Carsome, and Payhawk. 🦄 Allen Taylor quote: "The global landscape of venture capital is transforming, with developing markets emerging as key players in the investment arena." 🌍 This is an exciting time for African entrepreneurs - Great to see global VC investors like Endeavor’s Catalyst Fund, working hard to source, invest in, and to actively support the growth of African entrepreneurs. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gdtynR9g Alison Collier Antonia B. Marc Herson Adrian Garcia-Aranyos Linda Rottenberg Maryanne Ochola Ireayomide O. Walid Bellagha

🇮🇳 Indian startups listen up! 🚀 Considering to expand to the EU market? Not sure what to expect? Wondering which is the right entry strategy? And don't know how to approach it? Then this is for you! Register now to join the second edition of our online workshop to enter the 🇩🇪 German market in three steps with GINSEP Programme Director Julian Zix! 🗓 Date: 05 July 🕒 Time: 11:30 am CET / 3 pm IST ⏰ Duration: 60 min Registration: https://lu.ma/77l6ftgf #marketentry #marketexpansion #gtmstrategy #gtm #germany #indogerman

Series: Tips and Tricks for Investors 💡 Joining the network of Business Angels of Slovenia can be highly beneficial for investors seeking to expand their portfolio in a dynamic and emerging market. Here’s an overview of the benefits and perks: 1. Access to High-Quality Deal Flow 💼   - Exclusive Opportunities: Slovenian business angel networks provide access to a curated list of startups and early-stage companies that are vetted for their potential. Investors can tap into opportunities that may not be widely available in the market. 🌱   - Sector Diversity: Slovenia has a growing startup ecosystem across various sectors, including technology, biotech, green energy, and manufacturing, offering diverse investment opportunities. 💡 By joining the Slovenian business angel network, investors not only gain access to high-potential investment opportunities but also become part of a community that fosters innovation, collaboration, and economic growth in the region. 🚀 More info at https://lnkd.in/eMQYeTu9   Nina Dremelj Maja Križan   #angelinvesting #businessangels #startups

A sneak peek inside our newest Greeking Out 2.0 report  👀 Direct foreign investment has reached a record high, from well-known giants such as Microsoft, Pfizer, Tesla and more. Scaleups are scaling up, with Greek founders now in possession of at least two unicorns: Viva.com and US-based Blueground. Despite a global tech downturn, Greece has shown resilience, with The Economist naming it the global economic “country of the year” in 2023. Read on to find out more in our report, sponsored by Endeavor Greece. https://lnkd.in/e2RxTKw4 #greektech #greekstartups #techreport

Key Learnings and Takeaways: 1. Collaboration is Key: The need for stakeholders to come together and build a thriving ecosystem is more critical than ever. This event was a testament to the power of collaboration and the potential we can unlock when we work together. 2. Holistic Support for Startups: Investors play a pivotal role, providing not just capital but mentorship, resources, and strategic guidance to help startups succeed. The insightful panel discussions underscored the importance of a well-rounded support system for budding entrepreneurs. 3. Innovation and Adaptability: The startup pitches showcased incredible innovation and adaptability, proving that African startups are ready to tackle global challenges with unique solutions. 4. Networking and Mentorship: Connecting with industry leaders and fellow entrepreneurs was invaluable. The networks created during this summit are set to foster future collaborations and mentorship opportunities. 5. The Future is Bright for African Startups: Launching the Startup Centre of Excellence is a significant milestone. It signifies a new era in supporting African startups, offering a centralized hub for resources, mentorship, and growth opportunities. The energy and passion at the summit were palpable. A relentless spirit drives African startups to innovate and create impactful solutions. The future is bright, and the fire within these entrepreneurs is unstoppable. As we move forward, the focus remains on building an ecosystem that nurtures and propels startups to new heights. I am incredibly proud to be part of this journey and look forward to the continued growth and success of African startups. Together, we can achieve greatness! 💡 Let's continue to support and uplift each other as we pave the way for a brighter future. 🚀

🌍✨ Sustainability is a key focus in the EU. 🇪🇺 For African startups, this means access to resources and a regulatory environment that champions green innovation. Tap into the EU's commitment to sustainability and benefit from financial support and market opportunities. 🌱🚀 #EUSustainability #AfricanStartups #GreenInnovation #FinancialSupport

The EU is a breeding ground for entrepreneurial spirit. #Startups are popping up faster here than in the U.S., but many struggle to scale, caught in the so-called "valley of death". And when they do scale, mostly with US VC money, they move their HQs and #founders to the U.S. This challenge holds back the true potential of European #innovation. This is one of the key insights I had the chance to explore at a recent workshop on startup policy in Europe, organised by DEEP Ecosystems, SERN - Startup Europe Regions Network and led by Giorgio Alessandro. We tackled critical issues like easing the bureaucratic burden for #entrepreneurs, attracting global talent, and developing better financial frameworks for venture capital across Europe. I was lucky enough to exchange ideas with Tereza Huczalová, Rui Boavista Marques, Caro Rossi, Martin Paus, Mathias CHARLES, Amaia Gil Salvador and many other brilliant policy-makers. In my group, we focused on regulatory simplification. Our proposal? A flexible, EU-wide framework allowing any EU citizen to set up a company online with a streamlined process. 🎯 But a major roadblock remains: the EU lacks a unified definition of what a "startup" is. This is not just a semantic issue—it’s a barrier to innovation. We suggested a criteria-based approach that allows countries to adapt the definition to their local realities while maintaining cohesion across the EU. 📊 I loved the workshop because it allowed me to work on policy, which I’m passionate about for 351 Portuguese Startup Association, and also on finding solutions to simplify bureaucracy—something that is at the heart of BRIDGE IN’s mission. 🛠️

STARTUPS JOIN 4NGELS TRAINING PROGRAMME AND GET INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY #4NGELS is calling for startups with a growth mindset to join the 4NGELS training program starting in March! And for the selected best an opportunity to pitch at our flagship event PODIM and compete for the cross border syndicate investment! What to expect? ⚡️4 weeks of free high-quality training from the leading investors in CEE region ⚡️Expand your international angel networks across the CEE and Baltics ⚡Learn from successful startup founders ⚡Pitch at flagship event PODIM ⚡Access to be in the pipeline for the next syndicate led by experienced lead investors For startups that ✔️ are raising funds ✔️ have a committed team ✔️ Are based in EU ✔️ have growth potential. Apply here: https://lnkd.in/evT-C8zF Act fast - Only 20 startups get selected! Deadline for applications drops on March 10, 2024. 4NGELS is an international programme organized by 4 business angel networks: Estonian Business Angels Network (EstBAN), Finnish Business Angels Network (FiBAN), Business Angels of Slovenia, COBIN Angels. The programme is coordinated by CIVITTA. We bring together investors from Estonia, Finland, Slovenia and Poland to strengthen the level of cross-border investment between our business angel networks. 4NGELS is funded by the European Union. Find out more about 4NGELS here: https://lnkd.in/ewC6hzSe #invest2Slovenia #4NGELS #angelinvesting #businessangels