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💡🌱 CALL FOR CIRCULAR IDEAS Every change starts with a good idea. But how do you know if your idea is worth pursuing? What does it take to start a circular business and create a product that people want? And how do you convince others to invest in your idea? 🔎 The Circular Ideation Lab is your chance to get out of your head and into the lab. In this intensive three-month program, running from June to August, you’ll be able to explore the potential of your #circular or #biobased idea and turn it into a viable business case and prototype. From defining your value proposition to rapid prototyping: this program takes you through the most important aspects of early stage entrepreneurship. 🚀 The world needs more circular startups to thrive, so apply now for the inaugural edition of our Circular Ideation Lab and find out íf and hów you can make your idea a reality. The best part? It's completely #free. Early bird application deadline is 6 May. 👉 Learn more, meet the team and register via: https://lnkd.in/eQK7TAs6

💡🌱 CALL FOR CIRCULAR IDEAS Every change starts with a good idea. But how do you know if your idea is worth pursuing? What does it take to start a circular business and create a product that people want? And how do you convince others to invest in your idea? 🔎 The Circular Ideation Lab brought to you by our partner BlueCity (010) is your chance to get out of your head and into the lab. In this intensive three-month program, running from June to August, you’ll be able to explore the potential of your #circular or #biobased idea and turn it into a viable business case and prototype. From defining your value proposition to rapid prototyping: this program takes you through the most important aspects of early stage entrepreneurship. 🚀 The world needs more circular startups to thrive, so apply now for the inaugural edition of our Circular Ideation Lab and find out íf and hów you can make your idea a reality. The best part? It's completely #free. 👉 Learn more, meet the team and register before 19 May: https://lnkd.in/eQK7TAs6 

In celebration of 10 years of the Green Award, here is day one on the series: 10 things about the Green Alley Award.   As Dr. Raffaela David Head of Marketing & PR put it, it has been “10 years of …   … commitment to addressing environmental challenges creatively.   … bringing together enthusiasts and experts dedicated to driving sustainable change.   … supporting outstanding alternatives to our throwaway culture. … shaping the future and nurturing startups that take on circular economy challenges.   Indeed, this year, the Green Alley Award event that just took place in Berlin was very special: We were able to celebrate its 10th anniversary – seeing again, as in the years before, powerful startups in the final, with all their impactful initiative and innovative ideas for a (more) circular economy.   Founded as Europe’s first startup award for the circular economy, this is still what the Green Alley Award is about: recognizing the importance of startups for a greener future, identifying new business ideas and nurturing young entrepreneurs with sustainable solutions.   Over the past ten years, the Green Alley Award has invested more than €1 million in funding, supported more than 50 finalists, and celebrated the successes of multiple winners from various European countries, including Finland, Germany, Italy, the UK, and Ukraine.   And what I personally like about the Green Alley Award is that our work offers a platform for people who believe in a different way of doing business and whose fantastic ideas solve the contradiction between economy and environment.   So, onwards and upwards!"   #GreenAlleyAward #GreenAlleyAward24 #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Recycling #ClosedLoop #Berlin #Startup #Packaging #Compostablepackaging

THE NEXT UPCOMING EVENT: SALZ21! We gathered the most important information for you: 🌟 SALZ21 WHAT? SALZ21 is a pioneering event focused on exploring and promoting sustainable solutions for societal and environmental challenges. WHEN? 6th till 7th of March, 2024 WHERE? Messezentrum Salzburg 🌟 For the first time SALT’N’VENTURE is part of Salz21! WHAT? ▫️ Startup pitches and exciting talks on Green Tech & Impact, CultureTech, EnterpriseTech, and Academic & Research-based Ventures ▫️ Expo featuring numerous emerging startups ▫️ Investors Walks to additional startups in the Expo ▫️ Matchmaking Space WHEN? 6th of March, 2024 from 9am - 6pm WHERE? Messezentrum Salzburg 🌟 Andreas Spechtler, CEO and Founder of Silicon Castles and COO of NativeWaves, will also be part of EDIH Austria Business Talks 2024! TOPIC? „Innovation ecosystems of digital startups in the CEE region“ WHEN? 7th of March, 2024 from 2:00pm - 2:45pm WHERE? Main Stage, Messezentrum Salzburg This is your chance to gather insights, pitch your idea and spread your network! Don’t miss it!🚀 #UpcomingEvent #Salzburg #StartupLife #SiliconCastlesTips #StartupWisdom #EntrepreneurialJourney #BusinessGrowth #RiskManagement #SuccessFactors #InnovationJourney #BuildingTheFuture #BusinessGrowth #BuildingSuccess #SiliconCastles #startupexecutiveacademy #startup #technology #innovation #austria #StartupLife #entrepreneurship #education 📸 Photo from Headway on Unsplash

🌟 Keynote Address at SpinOff 2024: Werner Wutscher on Innovation in Europe 🌟 Join us for an insightful keynote by Werner Wutscher, a pivotal figure in fostering innovation across Europe. His presentation, titled "Spin-offs - the Driver of Innovation in Europe: An Austrian Perspective," will delve into the role of spin-offs in catalysing technological and business advancements. Event Details: Date: June 20th, 2024 Time: 10:45 - 11:05 Location: GREEN ROOM, SpinOff 2024 About Werner Wutscher: Werner is a seasoned expert in bridging the gap between startups and corporate entities through his role as Founder and CEO of New Venture Scouting. He is also a member of the Startup Council of the Federal Ministry of Labour and Economy of Austria, offering a unique insight into the synergies between governmental policy and entrepreneurial initiative. Keynote Overview: Werner will explore how spin-offs serve as crucial vehicles for innovation within Europe, particularly from an Austrian perspective. His discussion will cover: The strategic importance of spin-offs in the European economy. The role of government and policy in supporting startup ecosystems. Insights from his extensive experience in startup-corporate collaborations. Why Attend? Understand the impact of spin-offs on Europe's innovation landscape. Gain insights from a leader well-versed in the intersection of policy and entrepreneurship. Learn about Austria's unique approach to fostering business innovation and its implications for Europe. This session promises to be an enriching experience for entrepreneurs, policymakers, and anyone interested in the dynamics of Europe's innovation ecosystem. Don't miss out on Werner Wutscher's expert insights at SpinOff 2024! For more details and to register, visit www.spinoff.com. Engage with a leader who's shaping the future of European innovation! #SpinOff2024 #Innovation #StartupCulture #EuropeanPolicy

🎙️𝐈𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐏𝐒 #𝟑 𝐨𝐟 #TechTeamBites we speak with Craig Matthews, Managing Director of myDigitalTwin and Senior Innovation Consultant from Science Park Graz (SPG) about how storytelling shapes the future of entrepreneurship. Join us as we dive deep into the world of innovation and entrepreneurship, unlocking secrets that could transform your startup game: ● Discover the untold stories behind startup success and learn how to navigate the path from idea to innovation. ● Uncover the keys to fostering diversity and cohesion for unstoppable growth. ● Learn the agile approach to product development and how gathering feedback can lead to game-changing breakthroughs. ● Explore the transformative power of collaboration and mentorship in shaping successful ventures in today's landscape. 🔊 Where can you listen to #TechTeamBites? All the platforms are listed in the comment. ⬇️ Photo (c) Sophia Grabner Photography #Inovation #StartUp #Storytelling #BusinessDevelopmnet #ITmatch #TechTeamBites! 🔊✨

I am always learning new things! One thing is certain in the start-up world, one size does not fit all and there is no secret sauce to success! Checkout #TechTeamBites on Spotify, moderated by Michal Gasparovic, for some of my thoughts on building your network and how best to use it! ➡ https://lnkd.in/dUR8uiNq #foodforthought: 💬 Building a successful story around a start-up is surprisingly difficult for many start-up founders. Me included! We simply get lost in the details and so to gain perspective, we literally need to zoom out sometimes! 🤝 Very few can succeed in building a start-up without support from others. So it is important to build your network, cultivate relationships, and help others to build bridges. The world becomes a better place the more we help each other out. Everyday I am working with exceptional entrepreneurs in my role as an innovation consultant at Science Park Graz (SPG) and co-founder of myDigitalTwin. I am keen to help others succeed. #startupstories #TechTeamBites #entrepreneurship #networking #startups #scaleups

As the leader of a start up, I challenge you and your team to ask yourselves: "Are we too focused on the quick wins at the expense of sustainable growth?" I've observed many startups celebrate the short-term gains from tweaking minor elements, like CTAs, but neglect deeper systemic issues. What's your take on finding the balance between capturing low-hanging fruit and building a resilient business foundation? #StartupGrowth #BusinessStrategy #Innovation"

🌱 At Impact Hub Berlin we are on a mission to put #CircularEconomy front and centre. 🚀 Throwback to this great video, shedding light on how we achieve this collectively! 🤝 Our #Ecosystem approach stems from the fact that #impact cannot happen in isolation, so we created our four ecosystems as a convergence point for #innovators, #startups, #PolicyMakers, #entrepreneurs, and more to come together and work on solutions for a better future. 🌎 These four Impact Hub Berlin ecosystems are Circular Economy, #SustainableFood, #GreenTech and #Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. ➡️ Curious about our Ecosystems approach and how you can get involved? Find out more: https://bit.ly/3vtNIbE