Startup Lithuania’s Post

🌟 Excited to Share My Experience at the REMOBILISE Conference in Budapest 🌟 Last week, I had the privilege of participating in the REMOBILISE Conference, a vital forum organized by ZONE Cluster, focused on sustainable urban mobility. It was an enriching experience to be among thought leaders and experts. 🚀 My contribution centered around the pivotal role of entities like PowerHUB in supporting startups through acceleration and technology transfer services. I delved into how our efforts are not just about fostering innovation, but also about creating a nurturing ecosystem that helps startups thrive. ✨ Another critical aspect of my discussion was the imperative role of governmental bodies in nurturing a conducive environment for startups. I highlighted the necessity for the state to establish and maintain a robust framework that encourages entrepreneurial growth and innovation. This includes implementing policies that simplify bureaucratic hurdles, provide accessible funding opportunities, and facilitate collaborations between startups and established industries. The goal is to create an ecosystem where startups can not only launch with ease but also scale sustainably, contributing to the broader economy and society. Another key element to this is establishing policies that allow startups to fail without severe repercussions to the founders. This approach fosters a culture of innovation where entrepreneurs are encouraged to take calculated risks, knowing that failure is a recognized part of the journey and not the end of the road. 🔄 Such a supportive framework should include measures that enable founders to rebound and re-enter the entrepreneurial landscape with new insights and vigor. By doing so, the state can ensure that startups not only launch and scale with ease but also learn and evolve from their experiences, contributing more significantly to the economy and society. 🔍 Through these measures, the state can play a transformative role in ensuring that the startup ecosystem is resilient, dynamic, and conducive to continuous innovation and growth. 🤝 The conference was a melting pot of ideas and strategies, offering invaluable insights into the sustainable urban mobility landscape. I extend my gratitude to all the panel members and speakers for their thought-provoking discussions and contributions. https://lnkd.in/dJJRPyqp #REMOBILISEBudapest #SustainableUrbanMobility #StartupAcceleration #InnovationEcosystem #Networking #BusinessGrowth Szabolcs (Szabi) Szolnoki, Zsolt Markus, Gabriella Mihályi, Levente Nagy, Zsuzsa Szabados, Veronika Erzsébet Erős, Marcell Romsics

⚡ It is that time of the year again for us - the tech-enthusiasts  – Slush. For the fifth year in a row now, hub.brussels | Europe will bring some of its best and brightest to Helsinki to showcase their tech innovation. 🚀 From #femtech to #fintech, we are happy to announce the largest #Brussels tech delegation abroad, with 18 founders from 13 tech startups: NOOSA AxonJay.ai Greenzy® SCANDALOOK VoxelSensors ByQwest CommuniThings Wequity bwatbox Qover Lileo Ittention TheGreenShot 🤝 Of course we are not in this alone. Together with Startup.Flanders and Digital Wallonia we will have over 30 Belgian startups represented from Belgium, directly competing with the world’s most exciting young companies. 💡 Come visit the #Brussels and #Belgian companies on row G, right next to the Start-Up stage, or meet with them directly via the Slush matchmaking platform. In case you missed us, do not worry, you will also find us at the Belgian Beer Night, organised by the Embassy of Belgium in Helsinki on 30 November! 🍻 📍 hub.brussels Flanders Investment & Trade (FIT) Wallonia Nordics #slush #investment #technology #tech #innovation

🚀 𝙍𝙚𝙘𝙖𝙥 𝙤𝙛 𝙑𝙚𝙣𝙞𝙎𝙄𝘼'𝙨 𝙅𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙣𝙚𝙮 (2021-2024) 🚀 As we dive into a new Co-Innovation Program, let's reflect on the transformative journey of VeniSIA over the past three years. 𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: - Expanding Corporate Partnership: we've flourished to cultivate relationships with eight esteemed corporate partners, a testament to our growing influence and network. Joule | Enel Open Innovability® | Cisco | Mundys | Snam | OVS S.p.A. | Aquafil Group | Siemens - Scouting nearly 7000 startups: Our co-innovation program has scouted nearly 7000 startups worldwide. - Global Reach: With startups coming from 74 countries, our work transcends borders, illustrating our mission to create a #borderless #ecosystem that thrives on diversity and inclusion. - 17 Winning startups: after three editions of the Co-Innovation Program, we've identified and supported 17 winning #startups, providing them with invaluable resources. - Building a thriving ecosystem: our commitment to fostering connections has resulted in a large and resourceful community of over 38 million individuals. - Fostering talent in Venice: with a focus on bringing young talent to Venice, we're proud to announce that 10 startups from our ecosystem have found a home in this picturesque city, aligning with our primary objective. - Curating 70 events: we've proudly organized or collaborated on 70 events, bringing together thought leaders, investors, researchers and innovators to create meaningful conversations and collaborations. As we look ahead, we know our role is to driving innovation, fostering collaboration, and empowering startups worldwide. Together, we're shaping the future of entrepreneurship and redefining what's possible. #VeniSIA #Innovation #Deeptech

🎤 This past Tuesday, our very own CTO, Victor Martin Garcia, had the honour of representing fundcraft and the city of #Girona at the 4YFN event in Barcelona. Victor joined an esteemed panel of founders from Catalan provinces, Tarragona and Lleida, to delve into "Challenges and opportunities for startups outside the major technology hubs.” The roundtable provided a comprehensive platform for discussing the nuanced landscape of building and growing #startups away from the bustling tech hubs. A significant focus was placed on the challenges and advantages related to talent acquisition and retention, a critical aspect of any burgeoning enterprise. 👨💻 Key Takeaways from the Discussion: 👎 Talent Pool Limitations: The consensus highlighted the challenge of a more limited local talent pool, exacerbated by the trend of remote work globalisation. With engineers in these provinces often opting for positions in international companies from the EU, UK, and Germany, offering competitive salaries, the talent acquisition becomes notably challenging. 👍 Advantages of a Less Competitive Landscape: On the brighter side, the panelists shed light on the benefits of operating in regions with less competition for talent. The exceptional quality of life in these areas, coupled with the ability to attract talent from broader geographies and achieve better retention rates, presents a unique advantage for startups. The discussion underscored the importance of leveraging the unique strengths of each region, fostering environments that not only attract but also nurture talent, and building resilient strategies that overcome the challenges of geographical limitations. 🌍 At fudcraft, we're inspired by the insights shared during this roundtable. It reaffirms our commitment to innovation, the pursuit of excellence, and the development of strategies that support sustainable growth and community engagement, no matter the location. A heartfelt thank you to the organisers of 4YFN, the panelists, and everyone who joined the discussion. The journey of entrepreneurship is paved with challenges, but together, we can turn these challenges into stepping stones for success. 🚀 #fundcraft #4YFN #Entrepreneurship #Innovation

With Petr Chladek & Alžběta Steiner on behalf of JIC - podnikání dává smysl Innovation Agency, we're currently at SXSW 2024 in Austin, fully immersed in the excitement and learning. Here’s a brief overview of our experience: 1. SXSW: A Platform for Growth - It’s a fantastic chance for our European, Czech and #brnoregion startups to showcase their innovative solutions, meet industry leaders, and learn from successes and challenges in the tech world. This event alligns perfectly with JIC Innovation Agency mission to support startups aiming for global success. 🌍✨ 2. Austin’s Startup Scene - The city is buzzing with entrepreneurial energy, making it a perfect place for our startups. Its ecosystem helps us nurture the global ambitions of founders. 🏙️🚀 3. Networking Opportunities - Events here are great for making important connections with potential partners, investors, peers or/and mentors, which is crucial for the growth and expansion to the crucial global Markéta. 🤝💼 4. Enjoyable Journey - The lively culture of Austin adds to the experience, reminding us that achieving global success can also be fun. 🌳🎉 At SXSW 2024, we’re inspired by the mix of community, innovation and ambition. We’re excited to use the energy to help CEE startups tackle global challenges. Stay tuned 🌎🔥 #ambition #vision #goglobal #solveglobalchallenges

🌐 Reflections on an Overwhelming London Tech Week! 🌐 Attending #LondonTechWeek was an enriching and transformative experience for our startup SoNative Private Limited. The event was a melting pot of innovation, with companies from all over the world showcasing technologies that are set to redefine the way we live and work. The week was full of lightning events, each diving into a vast array of topics that are crucial for the tech landscape. We had the privilege of listening to knowledgeable speakers who generously shared their insights and experiences, providing invaluable guidance for startups aiming to excel and innovate. One of the most impactful aspects was the opportunity to engage with a wide array of Mentors and Investors. Understanding their perspectives and gaining feedback on our startup has been incredibly beneficial, opening up new avenues for growth and collaboration. Being part of the India delegation was a unique and inspiring experience. It was heartening to see the creativity and ingenuity of startups from across India. This collective representation not only highlighted the innovative spirit of our nation but also fostered a sense of camaraderie and shared purpose. A heartfelt thanks to London & Partners and the Department for Business and Trade of Business Trade by the @British High Commission to India for facilitating this incredible journey, especially to Mr Chandru Iyer for being such a humble person guiding us and supporting us entirely during the tech week with Sijoy Thomas Neha Karnad Delzad Kapadia. Your support has been instrumental in making this experience possible. As we return, we're brimming with Global Ambition writing a global startup story with new ideas, insights, and collaborations that we are eager to implement. The future is bright, and we're excited to embark on the next phase of our journey with renewed vigor and vision. Meghna Misra-Elder Rupa Ganatra Popat Jinali Thacker Nayan Gala Dhiren Mistry #TechInnovation #StartupGrowth #GlobalNetworking #FutureTech #LondonTechWeek #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #IndiaDelegation #BusinessTrade #CreativeStartups

🌐 For our team, innovation knows no borders! Earlier in June, Tayla Sheldrake, Managing Director at MotionLab.Ventures, traveled to London to participate in a panel alongside Jochen Zimmermann, Barbara Diehl, and Rob Scheid, discussing potential collaboration opportunities between Germany and the UK’s tech ecosystems. The panel, co-hosted by the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany to the United Kingdom, Germany Trade & Invest (GTAI), Digital Hub Initiative, and SPRIND - Bundesagentur für Sprunginnovationen, focused on enabling startups to access funding for R&D with potential for disruptive innovation, highlighting opportunities for UK startups in Germany. 💬 Here are the key takeaways from the panel that Tayla shared with us: 🔹 Encouraging cross-border collaborations between startups and corporates is essential. 🔹 Corporates and startups should be bold and reach out to networks and institutions that offer a holistic view and can provide expert advice and support. 🗣 “It’s truly great to see how Germany’s Digital Hub Initiative has ingeniously put together and operates across states and topics in a decentralized system to foster innovation,” said Tayla when sharing with us about the trip. 🚀 Can't wait to see our team’s next steps in bringing together innovative ecosystems and building a global network to amplify innovators’ impact. #UK #Germany #startup #innovation #ecosystem #collaboration

Innovaud had the privilege of hosting this morning, on August 29th, at its premises, Alexandra Soriano-Bernhard Honorary Consul of Switzerland in Toronto and Ontario Swiss Business Hub Canada. This visit serves to reinforce the existing excellent relations between Innovaud and Switzerland's representatives in Canada. In the same dynamic, Innovaud, in partnership with IMD, presents a program dedicated to propelling tech companies from promising startups to fast-growing scale-ups. This program, named "LeadiNNg to Scale-Up," represents a golden opportunity for CEOs to optimally prepare for this pivotal stage. The program offers significant value to entrepreneurs by combining both academic and practical aspects. Indeed, our collaboration with IMD ensures a high level of education, complemented by insights from various CEOs who share their experiences and invaluable advice. With a community of 51 scale-ups, Innovaud aims to attract international startups, thus underscoring the commitment to collaboration and exchange between Canada and the Canton of Vaud. Innovaud is more than enthusiastic about the prospect of benefiting from direct interactions among local innovation stakeholders. Learn more : https://lnkd.in/eA3c9wny

🔵 E-stonia, the technology powerhouse in the Baltics 🚀 🔵 3rd fastest-growing technology center in the Global Startup Ecosystem The Stack article reveals how Estonia ranked as the third fastest-growing technology hub in this year's Global Startup Ecosystem Report. https://lnkd.in/gG7xkuh6 Estonia has faced its share of challenges. The article underscores that the country has consistently demonstrated resilience by embracing change, learning from failures, and persistently adapting. The essence of their success lies in collaboration. Read also "The Global Startup Ecosystem Report 2023 - Bold, Curious, and Unafraid: Estonia Is Where Startups Get Started": https://lnkd.in/dtpP27b2 Have a energy filled start to new week! #technology #startupnation #ecosystem #digitalisation #egovernment #Tallinn #automatisation #eID #Clevon #Auvetech #Nortal #Veriff #Pipedrive #startupEstonia #EstonianSiliconValley #EstonianMafia #collaboration #GSER2023