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Two weeks have passed since SCALE.CITIES hosted a Masterclass at Bits & Pretzels on Scaling across Europe, but the insights are still fresh. Our speakers from Zortify, Storebox and leitzcloud by vBoxx shared valuable experiences and advice on international expansion. Here are some takeaways: 🚀 Understand the cultural dynamics of the country you’re expanding to 🚀 Hire entrepreneurial minds who are eager to tackle complex challenges 🚀 Stay true to your company values when scaling — offline meetings make a difference! 🚀Bring core personnel and processes from your head office to your new team 🚀 Collaborate with local partners when mapping out your roadmap 🚀 Involve the local players and decision-makers from early on 🚀 Leverage city resources, incentives, and local knowledge to support your growth Sharing knowledge between founders is essential for successful scaling, which is why SCALE.CITIES will continue to host Masterclass annually. Stay tuned for future sessions! StartupAmsterdam, Hamburg Invest, Startup Berlin, ViennaBusiness, KölnBusiness – the Economic Development Agency of Cologne, Business Helsinki, Barcelona Activa, MUNICH STARTUP, Business in Antwerp, Stockholm Business Region

Hi, Barcelona Deep Tech Summit, will be back in town from 5-7 November! The new epicenter of the startup ecosystem, focused on science and tech transfer. Discover how Deep Tech creates a better future. Register now!! https://lnkd.in/d_E4wSur

🚀 Join us at Bits & Pretzels for an interactive session hosted by SCALE.CITIES, where we explore what it really takes to grow your startup across Europe! Hear directly from scaleup representatives Ferdinand Dietrich, Florian Feltes, Nina-Sophie Sczepurek who have successfully scaled their businesses, sharing real stories of entering new markets, navigating regulations, and building teams across borders. 💡 In the second part of the session, focus on connections and discover how our Scale Cities network can support your international scaling journey. When and where? Starting at 11:45 on September 30 in Saal 22b at Bits & Pretzels StartupAmsterdam, Hamburg Invest, Startup Berlin, ViennaBusiness, KölnBusiness – the Economic Development Agency of Cologne, Business Helsinki, Barcelona Activa, MUNICH STARTUP, Business in Antwerp, Stockholm Business Region

Attention international startups! 🌟🌍 Our SCALE.CITIES partner from ViennaBusiness is looking for international startups to join their Discover Vienna Programme from November 25-29, 2024 in Vienna. Key Benefits: 🟢 Dive into Vienna's dynamic #startupecosystem. 🟢 Network with experts and industry leaders 🟢 Access to Future Forward by weXelerate on November 28, 2024. Apply by September 29 to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/diMxrcS7 Gabriele Tatzberger Florian Schanznig Dudu Gencel This programme is provided by the Wirtschaftsagentur Wien. (c) Wirtschaftsagentur Wien

🚀 SCALE.CITIES is bringing together 10 European cities at the Bits & Pretzels conference in Munich from September 29th to October 2nd! Join us for three days of learning, networking, and business opportunities alongside 5,000 founders, investors, and industry leaders during Munich's iconic #Oktoberfest. 🌍 We're excited to announce that the Startup Cities Alliance will be hosting a masterclass for founders looking to scale to and within Europe. Stay tuned for more program details. Are you joining? Let’s connect in Munich! StartupAmsterdam, Hamburg Invest, Startup Berlin, ViennaBusiness, KölnBusiness – the Economic Development Agency of Cologne, Business Helsinki, Barcelona Activa, MUNICH STARTUP, Business in Antwerp, Invest Stockholm #ScaleCities #StartupEcosystem #founders #bits24 

CATAPULTING DEEP TECH FOUNDERS FORWARD 🚀   Last week, #Berlin became home to the top-tier of the European deep tech ecosystem. The top 170 early-stage Deep Tech startups, talented entrepreneurs, high-class investors and powerful coporate partners gathered for Deep Tech Momentum, all with one shared goal: to accelerate the growth of Deep Tech Startups across Europe.   In focus: Novel AI, Bio Builder, New Space & Dual Use and Climate 💫   3 days of innovation, collaboration, connections and some serious fundings lie behind us – want to sneak a peek? 👇   #startupberlin #cityofdeeptech

🛳 Get ready for Antwerp Maritime Week on 11-13th of June. Join us for a week full of #Maritime #innovation, inspirational content and numerous opportunities to connect with international industry pros 💡   🔎 June 11 - 12 / Smart Port Week by The Beacon | Innovation Community During two dynamic days, this event offers immersive site visits showcasing the latest advancements in port and logistics. Keynote speakers, including industry visionaries, will share insights into the trends shaping the maritime landscape. More info: https://lnkd.in/e9M3tFUu   🌐 June 13 / Maritime Expo Day by Plug and Play Tech Center Come aboard of Plug and Play Maritime's annual Expo, an event dedicated to spotlighting the significance of open innovation within the maritime realm.Don't miss the opportunity to interface with their cohort of tech companies and explore their innovative solutions at the tech fair. More info: https://lnkd.in/e4iJbPAb   🏆 June 13 - Blue Innovation Awards (4th Ed) by De Blauwe Cluster vzw The Blue Innovation Awards highlight innovative projects, products and services in the blue economy. More info: https://lnkd.in/e3PgQ6CQ    Antwerp Maritime Week: Anchoring Innovation, Deepening Connections. 👉 Find out more about the Antwerp Maritime Week, 11-13th of June: https://lnkd.in/egDzhfAQ Business in Antwerp

📢Vienna is getting ready for #ViennaUP these days and is looking forward to welcome #founders, #investors, #techenthusiasts, #creatives and #talents to a vibrant gathering from June 3 to June 9, 2024. #ViennaUP 2024 is a decentralized, community-driven festival, calling all innovators and visionaries to the heart of Europe. A wild, city-wide adventure, ViennaUP was initiated by the Wirtschaftsagentur Wien and returns year after year with opportunities to connect, share insights, and grow together. Events are designed and hosted by partner organisations from the local and international startup community, providing an accessible, authentic, diverse experience for new visitors and return attendees alike. 🚩 Check out the program and create your own festival journey via viennaUP.com! Berlin Partner für Wirtschaft und Technologie GmbH Business in Antwerp KölnBusiness Wirtschaftsförderung Hamburg Invest MUNICH STARTUP StartupAmsterdam Barcelona Activa Business Helsinki Startup Lisboa ScaleUp Porto Invest Stockholm Startup Berlin @Madrid Region ViennaBusiness (c) Video Wirtschaftsagentur Wien

🔓 Unlock Business Opportunities in Germany with Hamburgs Innovation Use Cases! Are you a scaleup 🚀 looking to enter the German market? Don't miss the opportunity to apply for the Scaleup Landing Pad Hamburg programme this year. We have a unique approach that gives you a head start for entering the German market. Find out more about our use cases: A collection of innovation challenges directly from Hamburg's corporations like Airbus, OTTO Dock 6, Digital Hub Logistics Hamburg, and GovTecHH (by Hamburger Senat). We have selected nine use cases, with more than ten companies taking part. By matching your cutting-edge solutions to these real-world business needs during the application process, you'll gain a headstart 🥇 in our matchmaking process. But that's not all! Once you join our program, we will continue to match you with corporations that fit your solutions. That's the power of our matchmaking – you'll hit the ground running with a head start on business development in the German market. 👉 Let's give you a sneak peek at our major use case partners: Airbus: Airbus is a leader in designing, manufacturing and delivering aerospace products, services and solutions to customers on a worldwide scale. Digital Hub Logistics Hamburg Logistics Hub Hamburg: An ecosystem 🌐 driving digitalization in logistics, trade, and supply chains. They connect companies, startups, investors, and researchers to revolutionize these industries. GovTecHH: Hamburg's bridge for startups collaborating with the public sector. They facilitate the adoption of digital solutions within the city's administration, fostering innovation through public-private partnerships. 🤝 Otto Dock6: As OTTO's venture clienting unit, the team supports resolving complex corporate challenges via startups and helps to test your solutions for the leading e-commerce platform OTTO. Don't wait – apply now 📥 for this year's batch: https://lnkd.in/gxriXHJV #scaleuplandingpadhamburg #scaleup #usecases #hamburg Startup City Hamburg SCALE.CITIES #scalecities