Startup Agenda

Startup Drinks Brabant
2022-11-07 20:00 - 23:30 (Europe/Amsterdam)
Join us for the Startup Drinks Brabant.
We meet up over a beer to meet new people, meet new startups, share experiences and have some fun. All in a very laid back and informal setting.
Want to attend? Questions, ideas, complaints, remarks, suggestions, jokes? info@roundone.ventures

Register for Startup Readiness Program Data-AI
2022-11-15 15:00 - 18:00 (Europe/Amsterdam) | JADS, Sint Janssingel 92, Den Bosch, Netherlands
INCREASE YOUR CHANCE TO SUCCEED!
FIND YOUR CUSTOMER PROBLEM – ‘GAME MODULE’

Do you have a repeatable and scalable startup (idea) with a substantial Data Science and AI element? Do you want to validate whether your problem, really is a customer problem. And discover who your customer is? Then this ‘GAME’ module of the Startup Readiness Program – Data/AI is right for you!
During 8 sessions spread over 5 weeks, you will learn to conduct customer conversations to achieve deep customer insight. The program is a fast-paced mix of theory, practical assignments and individual coaching. The program is provided by experts and DATA/AI mentors in the Brabant startup ecosystem.
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Startup Course: Game - FIND YOUR CUSTOMER PROBLEM
2022-08-18 17:00 - 20:00 (Europe/Amsterdam) | TU/e, Building Alpha, Het Eeuwsel 57, Eindhoven, 5612 AS, Netherlands
GAME – FIND YOUR CUSTOMER PROBLEM
PART OF THE STARTUP READINESS PROGRAM
Do you have a potentially repeatable, scalable startup(idea) and would you like to discover who your customer is? Whether the customer problem is big enough to solve? Then this ‘GAME’ module of the Startup Readiness Program is right for you!

ABOUT THE PROGRAM
During 5 sessions spread over 10 weeks, you will learn to conduct customer conversations to achieve deep customer insight. The program is a fast-paced mix of theory, practical assignments and individual coaching. The program is provided by experts in the Brabant startup ecosystem.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?

You are going to find your first customer segment that is experiencing the same problem. Continuous validation is central to this;
Access to a vast startup ecosystem and a network of like-minded entrepreneurs;
Free program valued at €7.500.

WHAT DO WE EXPECT FROM YOU?
• Your startup (idea) meets the selection criteria of a potentially scalable and repeatable revenue model;
• Presence and commitment throughout the program;
• Active contribution during the sessions.

THE PROGRAM

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15 | 5 PM – 8 PM

STARTUP FRAMEWORK
You will learn how Dutch startups grow, what you can learn from other startups and which activities you should prioritize.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22 | 5 PM – 8 PM

MARKET
Who is your customer and what are the assumptions? How big is the market and what is your ambition?

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29 | 5 PM – 8 PM

CUSTOMER INTERVIEWS
How to conduct a good interview, what questions to ask and how to introduce yourself.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6 | 5 PM – 8 PM

DECISION MAKING UNIT (DMU)
Who is involved in the buying process and how do they influence the buying process. You will learn to identify the problems of those involved.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13 | 5 PM – 8 PM

CUSTOMER PROBLEM VALIDATION
Which customer segment has the biggest problem, how do you validate this problem? You will learn when your validation is successful.

Are you thinking of a startup? Register for the startup course: READY
2022-08-04 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | TU/e, Building Alpha, Het Eeuwsel 57, Eindhoven, 5612 AS, Netherlands
READY – LOAD YOUR STARTUP

Part of the Startup Readiness Program
Do you have a brilliant startup idea and want to start your own business? Or would you like to discover what it is like to be a startup founder? Join the ‘READY’ module to develop your entrepreneurial skills and learn how to validate your startup idea!

ABOUT THE PROGRAM
In three sessions, a varied approach with theory, experiments and lively group discussions will teach you what it means to build a startup and how to validate your startup(idea). You will gain insight into your own entrepreneurial skills and develop your entrepreneurial vision. The program is provided by experts in the Brabant startup ecosystem.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?

A set of skills that you will constantly need to further develop your startup. Continuous validation is central to this;
Access to a vast startup ecosystem and a network of like-minded entrepreneurs;
Free program valued at €5.000.

WHAT DO WE EXPECT FROM YOU?
• Presence and commitment throughout the program;
• Active contribution during the sessions; • Your feedback in order to improve the program.

THE PROGRAM

TUESDAY, NOV 8 | 6 PM – 9 PM

ENTREPRENEURIAL MINDSET AND SKILLS
You learn about skills common for successful entrepreneurs, the skills necessary to change your plan and how to develop yourself and your startup.

TUESDAY, NOV 15 | 6 PM – 9 PM

IDEA VALIDATION
You will learn how to validate your startup(idea), with a focus on the information which you receive from your potential customers rather than your own assumptions.

TUESDAY, NOV 22 | 6 PM – 9 PM

ENTREPRENEURIAL VISION
You learn to formulate your vision and how to use it. Your vision comes from an idea you are passionate about and you communicate it in a way that attracts and engages others.

Slush 2022 THE WORLD'S LEADING STARTUP EVENT
2022-11-17 - 2022-11-18
4,200 startup founders and operators.
2,200 investors.
400 media representatives.
A gathering of 12,000 curious minds at the Helsinki Expo and Convention Center.
And yes, it’ll be carbon-negative.

What’s Happening?
Slush is bringing the global startup ecosystem under one roof. In cold, dark November, a curated group of speakers from across the globe, showcases, and unique networking opportunities will all be in Helsinki. With hundreds of Side Events happening across the city throughout the Slush Week, the fun flows out of Messukeskus and into the streets.

Grab Your Chance to Pitch during European Angel Investment Summit 2022
2022-09-09
Join hundreds of investors and corporates attending the European Angel Investment Summit – make connections, learn from experts and pitch in front of the world’s best angel investors!

Who can apply:

Early stage companies from all industries and sectors;
Actively fundraising for an equity investment of between €50K – €5M;
Company based or operating in any EU country.

What we Offer:

Complimentary European Angel Investment Summit tickets;
Pitching slot;
Profile listed on Summit website and promotional campaigns;
Access to all workshops and sessions;
Access to networking area and possibility of 1-1 matchmaking meetings facilitated by the InvestEU Portal.

In 2021 18% of startups that attended and pitched at EBAN events raised funding from investors they had met while there. More than 8M Euros has been raised from startups that attended our last online editions of the EAIS and the Congress in 2021. 280+ one to one meetings between investors and startups have taken place at the 2021 edition of our events (done 100% online).
If you are actively raising a seed or series A round, this is one of the best stages in Europe you could pitch at. Investors in the audience are business angels (75%), VCs (20%) and Corporates (5%).

Call for Startup Applications is Now Open!
You can now apply for EAIS2022. You have until the 9th of September to send your application.

Pitch Event Dragons' Chapel
2022-11-18 14:00 - 18:00 (Europe/Amsterdam) | JADS, Sint Janssingel 92, Den Bosch, Netherlands
Come and see 7 startups, 1 from each University in Brabant, pitch their proposition to the investors: RoundOne, Lumo Labs, De InvesteerdersClub, Starterslift and Curiosity VC. The participating startups stand a chance to get EUR 5000 voucher provided by RoundOne (the student VC) and a EUR 2500 voucher provided by Starterslift.
REGISTER HERE
As this pitch event is the final event of the Global Entrepreneurship Week (www.gew-brabant.nl/) we close this event with a fun network drink. Register now, limited seats available.
Program
14.00 – 14.30 uur: Walk-in
14.30 – 14.45 uur: Welcome to Dragons’ Chapel en introductions to the 5 Dragons
14.45 – 15.00 uur: Startup 1
15.00 – 15.15 uur: Startup 2
15.15 – 15.30 uur: Startup 3
15.30 – 15.45 uur: Startup 4
15.45 – 16.00 uur: Startup 5
16.00 – 16.15 uur: Startup 6
16.15 – 16.30 uur: Startup 7
16.30 – 16.35 uur: Announcement of the EUR 5000 voucher
16.35 – 18.00 uur: Network drink!

The EIT Digital Challenge 2022 is on the lookout for the best European deep-tech scaleups: are you one of them?
2022-09-12
The EIT Digital Challenge, the leading competition for European digital deep tech companies, is now accepting applications.
Fast-growing start-ups with existing customers – so called scaleups – are invited to apply in one of five thematic areas: Digital Tech, Digital Cities, Digital Industry, Digital Wellbeing and Digital Finance.
The best five companies will receive a full year of tailored support from the EIT Digital Accelerator team, worth €50,000. The application deadline is 19 September 2022.
“The EIT Digital Challenge aims to identify the best European deep tech entrepreneurs and help them scale up their businesses internationally, supporting the European deep tech ecosystem. We will select the top 20 companies and invite them to an exclusive closed-door event at the end of October where they will have the opportunity to pitch to a jury of high-profile corporates and investors,” says Diva Tommei, Head of the EIT Digital Accelerator.
The five winners will get coached for investor readiness and then be introduced to top investors from a network of 1000+ VCs from all over Europe. They will also get market readiness coaching and strategic go-to-market support, facilitating access to international prospects.
In addition to that, the winners will gain access to EIT Digital’s pan-European innovation network of 350+ partners and enjoy great international visibility by means of EIT Digital’s network channels.
“When we took part in the Challenge, last year, we were really impressed by the level of the companies that we saw pitching. That made us even prouder of being selected as winners. Afterwards, the support of the EIT Digital Accelerator helped us promote and scaleup our technology at the international level, introducing us to other top European players,” says Maxine Roper, CEO of Connecting Food, the company that won the 2021 edition.
Since its launch in 2014, the competition has attracted thousands of applications from more than 33 European countries. Many of the winning scaleups have moved on to become internationally successful companies.
Prominent award winners include KONUX, Medicus.AI, SidekickHealth and Connecting Food.
How to apply
The deadline for applications is 19 September 2022. For further information on selection criteria, and to apply, please visit www.eitdigital.eu/challenge.

CO-FOUND A DEEP-TECH VENTURE THIS FALL
2022-08-22 08:00 - 2022-08-26 17:00 (Europe/Amsterdam) | High Tech Campus Eindhoven, High Tech Campus 1, Eindhoven, Netherlands
We’re preparing for the start of the next cohort of our deep-tech venture building program in October, and we’re searching now for co-founders (CEOs, CTOs and CBOs) to join teams.
We give co-founders a unique opportunity to build startups from the ground up, starting with advanced technologies from world-renowned institutions and tech companies.
We already have three technologies up for grabs, plus we are searching for collaborators for our first open challenge on energy storage. We are continually scouting and assessing new technologies and will update the co-founder landing page as we bring them online.
What’s in it for co-founders?

The co-founder team starts with 70% of the shares. (If the technology is very mature due to investments by the tech institute, this could be less.)
Pre-seed investment if the startup passes the first phase successfully
Proven nine-month program
When the time is right, we support you in deal-making and investor connections.

Important dates

Interview week after summer holidays: August 22nd
FasTrackathon: October 12th
Program Start: October 31st

Read more about the HighTechXL program, the technologies and how to become a co-founder of a deep-tech venture. You can start by filling out the entrepreneur questionnaire, and our team will be in touch at the end of August after the summer holidays.

F*ck Up Night
2022-11-24 16:30 - 19:00 (Europe/Amsterdam)
De trend op socials is dat iedereen trots is.
Dikke prestaties, grote momenten, iedereen is de beste en de wereld mag het weten.
En toch…. Waar wij het meest van leren zijn de fouten die we maken. Wij geloven dat je juist meer leert en tot een dieper gesprek kan komen als je het omgekeerde doet: vertellen over je F**k-ups.
Deze avond staat dus in het teken van leren, want als jij weet aan welke stenen andere ezels zich hebben gestoten hoef jij het niet te doen. Uiteraard verwachten we ook dat jij je blunders deelt.
Naast de verhalen kan je elkaar ‘af maken’ met een potje Air hockey, Karaoke, Speed Soccer of Pacman. Wij zorgen voor een drankje en een borrelhap. Jij voor je Fu**k-Up en play skills. Zien we je daar? Meld je aan via onderstaande button!

Locatie: Barkade
Tramkade 26, ’s-Hertogenbosch, North Brabant, NL, 5211 VB

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Investor Readiness Session
2022-09-05 15:00 - 17:30 (Europe/Amsterdam) | Online
▪️ THE PRICE OF THE TICKET IS REFUNDED IF YOU SHOW UP ▪️

About this event

This online workshop, rated 4,6/5 ⭐ , is designed to help you prepare for investor meetings.
By joining the Investor Readiness Session you will:

Learn how to talk to investors and where to find them
Find out which key moments you should pitch
Practice your 30-second pitch & get expert feedback

The workshop has proven to be very helpful to many startups:
‘I wanted to let you know that I visit quite a few startup related MeetUps every month and I have to say that I actually learned quite a bit today. I think your practical approach is great. I was expecting a theoretical talk but what I got was a learning experience with no butterflies and rainbows. Just straight talk. 5/5.’
‘It was very interesting and I really liked that everyone got room for their ideas. The format and size are perfect. The trainer is a wonderful speaker who gives valuable input.’
‘Relevant. Straight to the point. Practical. Pertinent and easy to understand. Exactly what I was looking for.’

Finance Academy
2022-06-27 15:00 - 17:30 UTC | Online
▪️ STARTUP FINANCE FOR DUMMIES ▪️

About this event

🎫 THE PRICE OF THE TICKET IS REFUNDED IF YOU SHOW UP
Need some investment and financial advice for your startup?
In this training, you will get all the financial knowledge you need.
You will learn how to:

Use convertibles
Structure different equity classes
Set up debt safely (if you must)
Read a shareholders’ agreement and/or an investment agreement

The training is fully gamified in the form of a monopoly game. So by the end of two hours, you will have some real experience making financial decisions yourself. This online workshop is rated 4,6/5 ⭐.

The workshop has proven to be very helpful to many startups. Here are their experiences:
‘Even though many of us may have looked like blank slates, I’m definitely much better informed than I was before. Truly one of the most worthwhile workshops I’ve attended. Thank you for doing this.’
‘The training is very effective because of the gamification and direct feedback.’
‘A great training, very easy to comprehend. The best part was the delivery. Loved it!’

Are you wondering what kind of knowledge you’ll get at our training? Pay our Academy Page a visit and find out!
Still have some questions? Contact us at info@leapfunder.com.

🎫 PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THERE IS A NO RETURNS POLICY: YOU ONLY GET A REFUND IF YOU SHOW UP

Startup Course: Set - VALIDATE YOUR SOLUTION
2022-08-19 18:00 - 2022-09-27 21:00 (Europe/Amsterdam) | TU/e, Building Alpha, Het Eeuwsel 57, Eindhoven, 5612 AS, Netherlands
SET – VALIDATE YOUR SOLUTION
PART OF THE STARTUP READINESS PROGRAM
Did you find the first customer segment that is experiencing the same problem? Would you like to discover whether your solution is the best solution to their problem? Then this ‘SET’ module of the Startup Readiness Program is right for you!

ABOUT THE PROGRAM
During 5 sessions spread over 10 weeks, you will learn to validate your solution with your earlyvangelist. The program is a fast-paced mix of theory, practical assignments and individual coaching. The program is provided by experts in the Brabant startup ecosystem.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?

You are going to find and demonstrate the problem/solution fit. Continuous validation is central to this;
Access to a vast startup ecosystem and a network of like-minded entrepreneurs;
Free program valued at €7.500.

WHAT DO WE EXPECT FROM YOU?
• Your startup meets the selection criteria, which contains that you already found a first customer segment that is experiencing the same problem;
• Presence and commitment throughout the program;
• Active contribution during the sessions.

THE PROGRAM

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 | 6 PM – 9 PM

PROBLEM VALIDATION
You get to work with the earlyvangelist, how did you validate the problem? What is your evidence base?

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11 | 6 PM – 9 PM

SOLUTION
What is your solution and what are the assumptions? You will learn how to demonstrate your value to the earlyvangelist.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 25 | 6 PM – 9 PM

CUSTOMER INTERVIEWS
How to conduct a good interview, what questions to ask and how to analyse the outcome.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15 | 6 PM – 9 PM

PROBLEM/SOLUTION FIT
What does a problem/solution fit look like and what does it mean for your startup? You will learn when you have reached your problem/solution fit.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29 | 6 PM – 9 PM

ROADMAP
How do you avoid premature growth? You will work with a 100-day plan and the resources required for this.

Handelsmissie voedingsmiddelentechnologie regio Heidelberg
2022-11-30 01:00 - 2022-12-02 01:00 (Europe/Brussels)

PyData Eindhoven 2022
2022-12-02 01:00 (Europe/Brussels)
Friday 02 December 2022
09:00
– 18:00
HTC Conference Center
PyData Eindhoven 2022

Co-working at the AWS Dublin Startup Hub
2022-12-02 10:00 - 19:00 (Europe/Brussels)
Looking for a space to work in Dublin City centre? Sign up to book a desk in our Startup Hub for the day. You will get to meet our dedicated AWS startup team, learn about the AWS Startup Loft Accelerator, how to secure AWS credits and get to collaborate with our technical experts.

Round Table Session (Online Event for Investors & Startups)
2022-12-02 16:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Brussels)
Meet investors & startups live 💬! For investors 💸: meet new startups, and spot trends. For startups 🚀: test your story with real investors. It’s casual: everyone is contributing. Join the Round Table Session.

Inloopspreekuren voor startups | gratis consult bij The Gate
2022-12-05 01:00 (Europe/Brussels) | The Gate TU/e terrein – hub Alpha – 2e verdieping Het Eeuwsel 57 Eindhoven

Getting Started With AWS Startups - An Introduction For Startups
2022-12-05 11:00 - 18:00 (Europe/Brussels)
In this event, you will learn about key topics for startups: AWS Startup Programs, AWS Cloud Basics and Account Setup, Machine Learning, Serverless, Cost Tracking and Optimization.

BrainBloC kennissessie
2022-04-04 13:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Paris) | Twinning, De Lismortel, Eindhoven, 5612 AR, Netherlands
BrainBloC data & experience lab.
In hub Twinning op de TU/e campus Is afgelopen jaar een heel tof BrainBloc data & experience lab opgezet voor datagedreven organiseren. Binnen dit experience lab is er vooral aandacht voor ecosystemen rondom digitalisering, internet of things (sensoring), blockchain, artificial intelligence, de digitale lopende band en nieuwe business- en operating models. Je kunt hier ontdekken, bewust worden, kennis tot je nemen, vaardigheden ontwikkelen en de laatste tools leren kennen. Kortom, alles wat je nodig hebt voor je transformatie naar een duurzame, digitale en decentrale FutureNext.

In een RTL televisie-uitzending, opgenomen in ons nieuwe lab in hub Twinning krijg je een indruk wat we bijvoorbeeld kunnen betekenen voor samenwerkingspartner Logistics Community Brabant (LCB) en de logistieke sector op het gebied van datagedreven logistiek. Omdat concepten zoals internet of things, smartcontracts, blockchain, artificial intelligence en de digitale lopende band voor de meeste mensen abstract zijn, wordt via bijvoorbeeld simulatie, demonstratie, gaming en lego bouwstenen inzichtelijk gemaakt wat deze concepten inhouden en wat je er als professional en organisatie mee kunt.
In het BrainBloC data & experience lab bieden we ook leerwerkprogramma’s aan om de nieuwe wijze van organiseren te leren en toe te passen. Tenslotte organiseren we webinars, workshops, trainingen en expertmeetings. Hierin speelt datawijsheid en datagedreven organiseren een belangrijke rol met de vraag: wat zijn data en hoe kun je vraag en aanbod van data het beste organiseren.
Hoe kun je deelnemen?
Regelmatig worden gratis en vrijblijvende kennismakings- en verkenningssessies georganiseerd in ons BrainBloC data & experience lab. In slechts een dagdeel ontdek je wat data zijn en hoe je deze het beste kunt organiseren: niet zozeer binnen je organisatie, maar binnen een supply chain of ecosysteem. Daarnaast bieden we arrangementen aan voor organisaties of groepen professionals.
Bezoek het data & experience lab
Bij voldoende deelnemers is het data lab in principe elke eerste maandag van de maand van 13:00-17:00 geopend of in overleg op andere tijden. Je moet je wel aanmelden. Na aanmelding ontvang je nadere informatie. Wil je als groep deelnemen, neem dan contact met ons op.
We adviseren om voor het bezoek aan ons BrainBloC data & experience lab, het gratis lunchwebinar ‘Datawijsheid‘ te volgen.
Wil je meer informatie? Neem dan contact met ons op.

RTL Uitzending

Investor Readiness Session (Online Workshop for Startup Founders)
2022-12-05 15:00 - 17:30 (Europe/Amsterdam) | Online
▪️ THE PRICE OF THE TICKET IS REFUNDED WHEN YOU SHOW UP ▪️

About this event

This online workshop, rated 4,5/5 ⭐ , is designed to help you prepare for investor meetings.
Review: “Relevant. Straight to the point. Practical. Pertinent and easy to understand. Exactly what I was looking for.”
By joining the Investor Readiness Session you will:

Learn where to find investors
Find out at which key moments you should pitch and how
Practice your company intro & get personalized feedback

More reviews:
“It was very interesting and I really liked that everyone got room for their ideas. The format and size are perfect. The trainer is a wonderful speaker who gives valuable input.”
“It was clear and focused on our goals. The trainer knew exactly what we were struggling with and was able to provide good tips.”
“I wanted to let you know that I visit quite a few startup related MeetUps every month and I have to say that I actually learned quite a bit today. I think your practical approach is great. I was expecting a theoretical talk but what I got was a learning experience with no butterflies and rainbows. Just straight talk. 5/5.”

The Investor Readiness Sessions is supported by:

Are you wondering what kind of knowledge you’ll get at our training? Pay our Academy Page a visit and find out!
Still have some questions? Contact us at info@leapfunder.com.

REGISTER

Investor Readiness Session (Online Workshop for Startup Founders)
2022-12-05 16:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Brussels)
Learn how not to talk to investors 💸! Join our Investor Readiness Session, rated 4,5/5 ⭐
