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#DoorOpener: Unlocking Innovation with Veronika Sallenbach!   🎄 Today's door swings open to reveal Veronika Sallenbach, founder of werdinnovativ and one of the driving forces behind StartHub Schaffhausen.   🚪 Through StartHub, Vero leads crucial #innovation workshops, steering companies toward new ideas and business models. At her venture, werdinnovativ, she specializes in developing digital business strategies, fostering partnerships between clients and startups, and overseeing collaborative projects.   🌟 A key ingredient for the innovation ecosystem in the #GreaterZurichArea is collaboration, which is nurtured by the work of people like Veronika Sallenbach. Her efforts are crucial in linking important actors, driving progress through fostering strategic connections.   👇 Swipe through for Veronika Sallenbach's thoughts on what inspired her this year, which sci-fi tech might soon be a reality, and what she values most about the #GreaterZurichArea.   🔗 Delve into Veronika Sallenbach's remarkable story in this article by Schaffhausen – area for makers: https://lnkd.in/dinnjSVT. Want to know more about the Greater Zurich Area’s innovation landscape? Head over to our website and let us be your door opener to this dynamic ecosystem: https://lnkd.in/eeJQYmxb. #BusinessStrategy #DigitalTransformation #BusinessExpansion #whySwitzerland

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🌐 Exciting News from Davos for Ascendance! 🌐 We are thrilled to announce that the co-founder & CEO, Jean-Christophe Lambert, is representing Ascendance at the World Economic Forum in #Davos as part of the esteemed La French Tech delegation. #Davos holds a special place in the hearts of startups, often ranking among the top choices for support from the French Tech. This year's focus, as shared by President Macron, centers on fostering stronger #partnerships between startups and industry giants. The goal is clear - to encourage private companies to invest in and support our vibrant national startup ecosystem. Jean-Christophe will be participating in discussions around #DecarbonizedAviation, #DeepTech, and #IndustrialStartups. The 54th edition of the summit, focusing on the theme "rebuilding trust," will allow Ascendance to showcase the power of its hybrid flying planes and taxis. #LaFrenchTech #Davos2024 #Innovation #TechLeadership #GlobalCollaboration 🚀

We are thrilled to be one of the driving forces behind the Deep Tech SWITCH Conference NO, and we're excited to introduce you to the cream of the top excited to introduce you to the cream of the crop – the fantastic five finalists who will take centre stage in Viking Hall for our Pitch Final. These five exceptional startups stand out from over 50 applicants, making it a remarkable achievement. We are both humbled by the overwhelming interest and astounded by the high calibre of the startups vying for a spot in Viking Hall. Believe us when we say narrowing it down to five finalists was challenging. After intense deliberation and careful consideration, we proudly present the following five promising startups. They will be pitching their groundbreaking ideas in front of our esteemed investor panel and an eager audience of 200 attendees at the Switch Conference: 🌟 Kitemill and Co-Founder & CEO Thomas Hårklau 🌟 Sunphade and Founder Erik Rønneberg 🌟 Refacture and CEO Nick N. 🌟 Norsjór and Founder & CEO Amalie Eilertsen 🌟Silicon X and CEO Sigmund S. Kielland The Switch Conference is taking place on September 27 as a part of Oslo Innovation Week. The conference is fully signed, and we are looking forward to spending a day focusing on the fourth wave of innovation – Deep Tech! Thanks to the sponsors for making Viking Hall the best showroom for Norway's Deep Tech innovation! 🚀 Our main sponsor is Viken fylkeskommune, while Innovayt A/S and BDO are gold sponsors! The Switch Conference wouldn't be happening without your support 💥 #DeepTechEvent #StartupPitching #InvestorNetworking #Innovation Kjeller Innovasjon AS | Claes Gunnar Gunnarson | Kongsberg Innovasjon | Åsmund Lunnan Bjørnstad | Smart Innovation Norway | Tom Vito | Oslo Innovation Week

Thrilled to share my experience as a member of the Expert Council at the Competition of Innovative Startup Projects Sikorsky Challenge 2023, a part of the global Innovation Festival. At the end of the year, I can confidently say that it was one of the most important events for all innovators, startup founders, and investors in Ukraine in 2023. This year's event, held at Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute, featured a record-breaking number of participants from 19 countries, showcasing the diverse and dynamic landscape of innovation. The Festival witnessed an impressive turnout with 200 innovative startup project applications, out of which 130 projects from five different sectors made it to the finals. The International Forum 'Platform for Innovative Transformation of Ukraine' was a highlight, providing a platform for insightful discussions on the role of international collaboration in driving innovation and transformation. With brilliant minds coming together to showcase groundbreaking innovations, Sikorsky Challenge 2023 has set a new standard for innovation and technology on a global scale. Kudos to everyone involved in making this a resounding success! You can find more details on the event on the official website and blog of the All-Ukrainian Innovation Ecosystem ‘Sikorsky Challenge Ukraine’: https://lnkd.in/dnUkmAzq https://lnkd.in/d4XnzMHg #SikorskyChallenge #Startup #Innovation #GlobalCollaboration #TechnologyAdvancement #kpimarketing #b2bmarketingkpi

What does it take to build a deep-tech powerhouse in France? 🤔 Recently, we had the incredible opportunity to interview the Minister of Digital Transformation Jean-Noël Barrot, and discuss the critical elements required to cultivate a thriving deep-tech landscape in France and our role in this journey. During his visit to our offices, he graciously shared three pivotal answers that are essential for establishing a robust tech ecosystem. Watch the video to uncover his insights!👇 #frenchtech #tech #startup #innovation

#DoorOpener: Kickstarting innovation with Jürg Stuker   🎄 Today, a new door awaits us on our Christmas journey. Behind it, we're delighted to find Jürg Stuker, partner at Kickstart Innovation.   🚪With his tech expertise and creative mindset, Jürg Stuker supports Kickstart Innovation in fostering collaborations and driving sustainable innovation forward. The platform’s mission is to connect startups, investors, and experts to build ecosystems that enable the production of next-generation products and services with a meaningful impact.   🌟 Accelerators like Kickstart Innovation are major drivers of progress in the #GreaterZurichArea. They connect visionary start-ups to key players in the ecosystem and help them with scaling up their operations. This allows start-ups to bring their cutting-edge technologies to the market, reinforcing our region’s standing as a hub for #innovation and business growth.   👇 Swipe through the slides to find out Jürg Stuker’s biggest challenge of 2023, a sci-fi #technology he believes will become reality, and what he loves about the Greater Zurich Area.   🔗 Discover more about the Greater Zurich Area's role as a leading innovation hub: https://lnkd.in/eeJQYmxb. Interested? Get in touch and let us be your door opener into this dynamic region. 

✨ Recap of the Thrilling INNOVATE France Event! ✨ 🚀 The call for startup pitches at Innovate France was an exhilarating journey into the heart of tech innovation! Hosted in collaboration with our company, it was a golden opportunity for aspiring tech leaders to connect with seasoned investors, accomplished entrepreneurs, and pioneers in the world of innovation. 🌟 🌍 Innovate, known for its successful international events, brought INNOVATE Decentral to Paris. The event was a melting pot of discussions on cutting-edge tech trends and their applications in Europe, offering a unique chance to connect with global startup luminaries. 🌐 The audience was treated to insights from industry leaders and engaging panel discussions, providing a glimpse into the future of technology and entrepreneurship. Special appearances by luminaries such as 🎙 Dan Vahdat, Founder and CEO of Huma, and 🚀 Kelly Dassault, Multi-entrepreneur and investor, added a dynamic touch to the event. The empowering takeaway from this event is that to succeed, it's crucial to believe in your project, think outside the conventional norms, and most importantly, recognize that there is no one-size-fits-all profile for an entrepreneur, as emphasized by this insightful quote. 💬 #InnovateParis #TechInnovation #StartupSuccess

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

The result of Israel’s necessity-driven innovation, robust government backing, and a culture that champions risk-taking and resilience is creativity and inventiveness. Facing global challenges, the practicality and ingenuity of Israeli tech offer viable, diverse, and far-reaching solutions for a more sustainable and safe future.