Fred Hessabi

I am proud to announce that Venture & Advisor has successfully joined forces with WANES and Variakov in their ambitious journey toward growth and expansion. This partnership marks a pivotal step in our mission to support visionary companies in the steel manufacturing and processing industry that are not only poised for growth but are also committed to making a positive impact on the world. I believe that collaboration is the cornerstone of success. Our partnership with WANES and Variakov, both leaders in steel manufacturing and processing, is founded on a shared vision of driving sustainable growth. Together, we are dedicated to advancing greener solutions in steel manufacturing—an industry that is critical to global infrastructure and is ripe for transformation toward sustainability. My team and I will be deeply involved with WANES and Variakov. From strategic advisory to investor relations and operational support, we will work closely with their leadership teams to navigate the complexities of scaling operations, entering new markets, and enhancing their competitive edge. Beyond growth, our focus will be on helping these companies lead the charge in making steel manufacturing and processing greener and more sustainable. This partnership is about more than just business; it’s about making a lasting impact. We are committed to helping WANES and Variakov innovate and expand in ways that contribute to a more sustainable future. Our collaborative efforts will ensure that both companies not only achieve their growth ambitions but also lead the industry in adopting greener practices in steel manufacturing and processing. Moveing forward, I am confident that our combined expertise and shared commitment will lead to extraordinary achievements. The future is bright for WANES, Variakov, and Venture & Advisor, and I am eager to see how our efforts will shape the future of the steel industry. I encourage you to follow our journey as we work together to create a more sustainable and prosperous future. This partnership is just the beginning, and I am excited to share the progress and milestones we achieve along the way. At Venture & Advisor, our passion lies in driving growth and enabling success for our partners. This partnership with WANES and Variakov is a testament to our dedication not only to supporting businesses at critical stages of their development but also to making meaningful contributions to the global push for sustainability. Together, we are set to achieve great things, both in terms of growth and in advancing greener practices in steel manufacturing and processing. Thank you for your continued support and interest in our work. I look forward to sharing more exciting updates with you soon. #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #Partnerships #IndustryInnovation #GreenManufacturing #SustainabilityGoals #EnvironmentalImpact #CorporatePartnerships #FutureOfSteel #SustainableManufacturing #GlobalInfrastructure

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Double header at Deutsche Beteiligungs AG: we're on a roll! Our second disposal although the challeging market conditions. These moves underscore our ability to conclude investments even under tough macroeconomics conditions.

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👉An interesting overview #BusinessAngels #VentureCapital #LPs #GPs #Innovation #InnovationManagement #CorporateInnovation #CorporateStrategy #DigitalTransformation #StartUps #StartusInsights #InnovaticGroup InnovaticGroup. Create the Future Now

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This year, I moderated a fascinating discusison at the 2024 World Economic Forum in Davos, hosted by the Ahura AI House. The panel explored the dynamic landscape of exponential technology, featuring an exceptional group of experts: Anousheh Ansari (X Prize Foundation), Iliana Oris Valiente (Accenture), Ryan Breslow (Bolt), and Pablos Holman (Deep Future). These thought leaders shared their unique insights and deep knowledge, discussing the latest developments and future projections in AI, robotics, and emerging technologies. Watch the video now to learn more about the future of AI. #Technology #Innovation #AITech #Leadership

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Novatron Fusion Group AB's groundbreaking fusion energy confinement technology secures €3 million in EIC Pathfinder funding! The success of fusion power plants hinges on the quality of energy confinement, which must meet two essential criteria: i) stability and ii) the ability to sustain plasma over time with minimal leakage. The TauEB project addresses this challenge by focusing on enhancing plasma confinement time (τE) by over a hundred times — a major breakthrough in achieving commercially viable fusion energy. Climentum Capital are proud backers of Jan Jäderberg and Erik Odén with team ⚛️

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AI is transforming transportation. Meight is the latest example of an AI-powered startup targeting the trucking sector. They are automating workflow for small European carriers. And they just raised $4M led by Cusp Capital. Europe is slow to adopt new transportation tech, but could this be a stepping stone for something bigger? https://lnkd.in/eiQsheT3

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🌍 Introducing Empyrio: Revolutionizing Waste Management and Energy Production 🌱 Meet Alexander Belskis, the visionary founder of EMPYRIO, a game-changing solution in the fight for sustainability. 🚀 💡 What Empyrio Does: Empyrio transforms wastewater and sewerage sludge into clean energy, powering a circular economy that turns waste into opportunity. By addressing one of the world’s most pressing environmental challenges, Alexander and his team are lighting the way to a more sustainable future. 🔗 Watch the full story here 👇 Why It Matters: ✔️ Reduce Waste: Minimize landfill impact and methane emissions. ✔️ Generate Clean Energy: Turn waste into a renewable energy source. ✔️ Boost Sustainability: Create a model for the cyclical economy of tomorrow. Empyrio isn’t just changing the game—it’s redefining how we think about waste, energy, and innovation. 🌟 Let’s support bold thinkers like Alexander, who are shaping a cleaner, greener world for us all. #CircularEconomy #WasteManagement #Sustainability #CleanEnergy #Empyrio #Innovation Veolia Planet43 R3I CAPITAL R3i Ventures

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⭕️ Very interesting list (Innovation Nest inside) for everyone interested in the digitalization of business processes and the whole surrounding ecosystem! 🔶 ‘Vestbee has compiled a list of 100 global and Europe-based VC funds that actively support SaaS startups across the European region. 🔶 This list includes details on their investment focuses, ticket sizes, and the amount of assets under management.’ —- #vc #startups #investments #saas #b2b

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Dear All, I am thrilled to share that I have recently relocated from Silicon Valley to Dhahran, Saudi Arabia and joined Plug and Play Middle East - a very exciting new chapter for me professionally and for us as a family of 4. Special gratitude for Saeed Amidi, Seena Amidi and Omeed M. for trusting me with this opportunity - and for many of my colleagues in the global Plug and Play Tech Center family who have supported me and become a part of my journey in the past 8 years - to name a few Sanam (Amidi) Amidhozour Michael Olmstead George Damouny Ivan Zgomba Alireza Masrour Sobhan Khani Phillip Seiji Vincent Candela FitzGerald de Suñer Miguel Bello García Allison Romero Marc Steiner Michelle Hanna John Kouzmenko - and everyone from the front of the line to the back office in Accounting, HR, Legal, Marketing and IT. You all are very special and I am (will be) forever grateful. Having spent the last 8 years immersed in the heart of global innovation in the Bay Area, even from that far, I have been witnessing for a while the tremendous positive change happening right here in Saudi Arabia. The Kingdom’s bold approach to innovation and progress is nothing short of remarkable, and I am excited to be part of this incredible transformation. Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 is built on three pillars that resonate deeply with me: 1. A Vibrant Society – Creating a rich cultural and social life for its people. 2. A Thriving Economy – Fostering a diversified economy driven by entrepreneurship and innovation. 3. An Ambitious Nation – Transforming the country through sustainable development and forward-thinking leadership. I am eager to leverage my background and experience in venture capital, entrepreneurship, and innovation to significantly contribute to the Vision 2030 goals. The opportunities here are boundless, and I am more motivated than ever to play a role in shaping the future of Saudi Arabia! Let’s connect and explore how we can collaborate to drive this exciting journey forward! #SaudiVision2030 #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Transformation

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Stonepeak Raises $3.15 Billion for Its Debut Opportunities Fund exceeding an original target of $2.5 billion : investor demand led it to raise more than it previously planned for the vehicle “Major players, ourselves included, have raised bigger and bigger flagship funds, which has left an opening for us to go back into the middle market and pursue both control deals as well as structured transactions” aims to write checks of between $200 million and $500 million for deals in sectors including transport, logistics, communications, energy and energy transition, predominantly in North America and Europe : Stonepeak, which specializes in infrastructure and real estate, oversaw about $71.2 billion in assets under management as of March, including the $14 billion raised in 2022 for its fourth flagship fund. The firm last year sold a minority stake to Blue Owl Capital Inc.’s general-partner strategic-capital arm

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As a founder, tackling the challenge of innovative data sharing between businesses is no easy feat. That's why I was thrilled to discover a recent PYMNTS.com article (https://lnkd.in/eUVjEjzQ) perfectly capturing the exciting evolution in the data collection market. Two quotes in particular resonated deeply: "Suppliers and buyers are pushing for faster, more seamless experiences. Suppliers need onboarding to proceed swiftly to begin fulfilling orders — and receiving payments. Buyers, meanwhile, want reassurance that suppliers meet operational, financial and compliance standards before proceeding." - Pymnts.com, Nov 20, 2024 ☝ This is spot on! Anyone in my network can tell you onboarding and data collection from partners is a slow and arduous process. Many companies face internal delays of weeks or even months before new partners can even begin working. As my insightful former colleague, Chris Jameson from Bank of America, pointed out: "A lot of clients are challenged by integration with legacy systems, and digital adoption isn't always consistent across different geographic regions." Exactly! Updating legacy systems for new data fields is a costly and time-consuming nightmare, even for data constantly requested by partners. Though its late in 2024, I am going to make a prediction for 2025 and beyond: Data wallets for businesses will be integral for storing important documents, revoking data, and sharing information with other business partners! Any doubters?

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Seraphim Space Ventures II (SSV II): Meet the companies 🛰 🌌 Following the same strategy as its original SpaceTech-focused venture fund, a top-performing fund for its vintage, SSV II aims to build a portfolio of c.30 companies. The Fund has already made nine investments aligned with some of our key themes via a warehouse portfolio. Hubble Network – Internet of Things satellite constellation for connecting directly to billions of Bluetooth-enabled devices Delos Insurance Solutions – Space data-powered wildfire home insurance provider ATMOS Space Cargo – Space cargo return service for life sciences Auriga Space – Novel electromagnetic launch system Array Labs - 3D satellite imagery on a global scale Privateer Space - constellation of small SATs for in-Space Situational Awareness (SSA) Ubotica Technologies - Live Earth Intelligence (Space: AI) Renoster - Deep Transparency for nature-based carbon projects constellr - Space data-powered high-precision smart farming services Take a look at our new page to find out more - https://lnkd.in/dau2tw2d

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I simply can't wait for this ! You are Invited to Meet The Entrepreneur Who Turned Startups into Exits -Not Once, but 12 TIMES! ✨ This Monday - a Virtual Session with *International Expert Gregory shepard. 🌎* The Webinar Will Provide Insights On: -EXACT Pitfalls That Kill 90% of Startups -The 7-Phase Methodology That Works -Insider Secrets to Attracting Investors -Proven Strategies for Fundraising Arieli Capital *Register Now:

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We need more investments in SalesTech As you may know, at Infinium, we co-build companies in various sectors, with a strong focus on sales and marketing. I believe these fields will be most impacted by AI, which, in turn, can significantly boost business revenues. Recent research by Visual Capitalist confirms my thoughts, highlighting that sales and marketing are among the top fields set to be revolutionized by AI technologies. 🔍 Key Findings: 56% of tasks in the marketing field can be largely automated with AI. In sales, this number is even higher: 67%.

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📰 Euronav To Change Company Name ⚓ 🚢 Euronav is set to rebrand as CMB.TECH starting this October, following approval at a shareholders' meeting. The company will change its ticker symbol from EURN to CMBT on both Euronext and the New York Stock Exchange, effective July 15th. This rebranding is part of Euronav’s $1.15 billion acquisition of CMB’s green ships and green technology arm earlier this year, which saw 106 vessels transferred to Euronav. With the change, Euronav will become the main entity within the CMB Group, encompassing its tanker fleet, dry bulk fleet in Bocimar, container ships in Delphis, chemical tankers in Bochem, and offshore wind vessels in Windcat. Despite the new name, the Euronav brand will continue to represent the company’s oil tanker shipping division within CMB.TECH. The name change marks the final step in a deal between Euronav and CMB to resolve a stalemate with fellow tanker owner Frontline regarding Euronav's future. The protracted Euronav-Frontline saga dates back to at least 2022, when a $4.2 billion all-stock merger was agreed upon before being terminated by Frontline. In October 2023, Frontline agreed to acquire 24 VLCCs from Euronav for $2.35 billion, funded in part by selling its 26% stake in Euronav to CMB, thereby ending Frontline's influence over Euronav. Euronav’s history dates back to 1989 as a subsidiary of Compagnie Nationale de Navigation (CNN). In 1995, Euronav Luxembourg SA was formed as a joint venture between CNN and Compagnie Maritime Belge (CMB). Euronav NV acquired Euronav Luxembourg SA in 2022 in preparation for a demerger from CMB. The company has been listed on Euronext Brussels since 2004 and on the NYSE since 2015. The transition to CMB.TECH reflects the company’s commitment to innovation and sustainability in the maritime industry, with a focus on integrating green technology and expanding its diverse fleet. #Euronav #CMBTECH #ShippingIndustry #SpotShip

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Trusted Investors Network #venturecapital 1️⃣ Facilitating co-investment opportunities to fuel the growth of Europe’s next generation of deep-tech champions.   2️⃣ Offering a platform for investors to collaborate, share insight and help drive Europe’s innovation agenda forward.   3️⃣ Building stronger investment communities around critical technologies.

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