EBAN Scale Up Nation

As we prepare for #EarthHour, EBAN is not only committed to dimming the lights but also shining a spotlight on sustainable startups during the EBAN Annual congress! ebancongress.com

Are you a green startup passionate about making a positive impact on the planet? We want to hear from you! Apply now to pitch your eco-friendly venture to top international angels and gain invaluable insights at workshops and networking sessions. Let's turn your vision into the next big success story! 🌱

Who should apply?
🌿 Early-stage companies from all industries and sectors
🌿 Companies with active funding rounds of €150K – €2M
🌿 Startups based or doing business in any EU country

Ready to be part of the green revolution? Apply by April 15th and let's build a sustainable future together! 🌍💚: https://ebancongress.com/startups-2024/

Our colleagues at Finnish Business Angels Network (FiBAN) recently conducted a session for 4ngels programme with our president, emphasizing that angel investing is not for the faint of heart, but it offers tremendous opportunities when executed correctly.



🚀 Janne Jormalainen, an experienced angel investor, FiBAN Chairman Emeritus, and EBAN President, shared his insights on how to thrive in this high-risk, high-reward endeavor. In the article, readers can discover these key takeaways and more:



1️⃣ Long-term View: Angel investing is all about the long game. Building a balanced and diversified portfolio is crucial because the real work begins after the investment.

2️⃣ Risk and Failure: Be prepared for failures; most startups don't make it. A substantial portfolio acts as your safety net for a successful exit.

3️⃣ Angel Involvement: Active angel involvement on company boards can significantly increase the chances of success and higher returns.

4️⃣ Diversity Matters: Diverse founding teams lead to better returns. Even one female founding team member can boost returns by 63%.

5️⃣ Traction Matters: Verify a startup's traction by speaking to its customers. Traction can be the key to a successful exit.

6️⃣ Reputation and Networks: Building a strong reputation and international networks is vital for securing the best deals in angel investing.

7️⃣ Impact Investing: Angel investors can make a positive impact and change the world through their investments.

8️⃣ Exit Strategy: Successful exits often come from long-term relationships. Building relationships with potential buyers is key.



✨ Angel investing isn't just about the money; it's about making a difference and contributing to the growth of innovative startups. Janne Jormalainen's experience and insights offer valuable guidance to anyone in the angel investment space.



Read the full article to delve deeper into these insights: https://lnkd.in/dyBmvn_k



#AngelInvesting #Startups #FIBAN

This mission has a specific focus on African Startups, SMEs, Incubators, Accelerators, Universities, Investors, Business Angels and Venture Capital Organisations with a strong interest in Europe. European stakeholders with interest in expanding into Africa are welcome.

Join us in an immersive week-long learning expedition in Porto. Participants will be able to acquire a better understanding of the local market and innovation ecosystem and promote cooperation avenues with multiple organisations. The validated candidates will get their place on this Learning Expedition funded by the European Commission (excluding individual travel and accommodation costs)!

From May 29th to June 2nd 2023, discover the latest innovations and meet the key players of the Portuguese entrepreneurial ecosystem.

What are you waiting for to boost your business?

⏰ The call for applications is open now!

Register here.

🚀 The Venture Capital Fund we are partnering is looking for innovative startups with space solutions.

📌 Apply before January 24th 2023 on this link : VC looking for new opportunities - Call for Space Startups - Deadline: January 24th (cognitoforms.com)

THE ARCH 2022-2023 is a European initiative to accelerate ecological transition and the call for innovative solutions is still open, with an extended deadline until 30th November 2022.

 #IASPmembers and leaders of innovation communities are invited to help identify the #startups, #entrepreneurs and SMEs who are working on green solutions to apply for the call.



Any public or private legal entity based in Europe can apply to The Arch if they have a green solution in the fields of Food & health, Housing & urban solutions. Solutions must be innovative, economically viable, durable and replicable, and have a solid technological foundation that has been scientifically validated. It should already have reached the prototype or demonstrator stage.



👉Find out more at https://lnkd.in/dkjAcJHn and apply here https://lnkd.in/eKBbAZAZ.