Inta Buša’s Post

Yesterday, our team had the honor of attending INVESTMAN EXPO — an international exhibition-forum that brought together entrepreneurs, investors, business representatives, and government officials. We were on the lookout for promising investment projects, and the event did not disappoint — there were plenty of inspiring opportunities! Despite the war, challenges with power supply, and workforce issues, Ukrainian businesses are striving for growth and delivering real results. This determination is truly inspiring. About INVESTMAN EXPO The event attracted over 1,000 participants — entrepreneurs, investors, funds, and organizations discussing opportunities for collaboration. Throughout 10 hours of content, attendees engaged in fascinating panel discussions on topics such as dual-use technologies, innovation, CBD markets, real estate, and even investments in culture and creative industries. The discussions were anything but ordinary! What Inspired Us Most? 1️⃣ New Investment Opportunities Ukraine demonstrates remarkable potential for attracting capital to strategic industries. 2️⃣ Economic and Social Support Investments in defense technologies and charitable initiatives were key themes of the event. 3️⃣ Focus on Innovation From dual — use technologies to CBD markets, Ukraine is opening new horizons for entrepreneurship. According to government representatives, these horizons will only continue to expand. We were impressed and are now diving into the details of the projects presented at INVESTMAN EXPO. We’re optimistic about finding exciting initiatives for collaboration and investment ▶ #UkraineInvests #INVESTMANEXPO #BusinessGrowth #Innovation #InvestmentOpportunities #DualUseTechnologies #CBD

In 2014, Ash Pournouri founded Brilliant Minds Foundation with a vision to position Sweden not just as a transit point, but as a premier destination for the world’s greatest thinkers, scientists, politicians, and artists. The response was overwhelming, demonstrating the exceptional talent emerging from our region. To maintain our status as one of the world’s most innovative nations, we must recognize our true heroes—our entrepreneurs and innovators. That’s why we launched the Angel Prize as part of our initiatives. On October 16th, we will gather to compete, collaborate, and vote for the most influential individuals who support our community. We call them Angels, and we welcome Angels from every corner of our region. Sweden and the Nordic region are too small to sustain a fragmented ecosystem of business angels and investors. Many of our internationally successful companies seek capital from foreign investors, causing returns to leave Sweden due to a lack of coordination. Nordic Angels was created to address this challenge by identifying, uniting, and strengthening collaboration within the country and the Nordic region. By breaking down local and social barriers and sharing knowledge about capital and expertise, we strengthen our community—and enhance our ability to continue delivering world-leading innovations and companies. Nordic Angels is an independent social platform and media channel for serious business angels, enabling deal sharing, co-investment, and closer collaboration to bolster Sweden’s business sector and society. We achieve this through digital tools, media initiatives, physical gatherings, and exclusive in-depth research. The Angel Prize is by invitation only and is designed for Angel Investors, family offices, VCs, PE representatives, politicians, and others who dedicate their time, capital, and networks to support our community. Join us in celebrating the Angels who drive innovation and growth in Sweden and the Nordics. #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #NordicAngels #AngelInvesting #Sweden #Collaboration #BrilliantMinds

We are thrilled to share that NIEC Magazine has had the privilege of interviewing the esteemed Frank Beckmann, CEO of GVI Investment Advisory, based in the vibrant city of Berlin. Our conversation with Mr. Beckmann delved into the intricacies of investment strategies, the future of global markets, and the innovative approaches that GVI Investment Advisory is bringing to the financial landscape. As a leader and visionary in the investment sector, Frank Beckmann's insights are invaluable to anyone looking to understand the pulse of modern finance. His expertise and forward-thinking perspectives are just a taste of what you can expect at the upcoming NIEC 2024 in Oslo.  Mark Your Calendars! Join us at NIEC 2024 to connect with industry leaders, engage in thought-provoking discussions, and discover the latest trends in the world of economics and investment. It's an opportunity to network with professionals who are shaping the future of our industry.  Location: Adam and Eva Auditorium, Oslo  Date: 7 November 2024 Stay tuned for more updates, including more exclusive interviews in NIEC Magazine. Let's ignite conversations that matter and foster collaborations that will drive progress. We can't wait to see you there! Get your tickets here : https://lnkd.in/dvACXmGC www.niec.no #NIEC2024 #Finance hashtag #Investment hashtag #Innovation hashtag #GVIInvestmentAdvisory #FrankBeckmann #Economics #Networking #Oslo #NIECMagazine #BusinessLeaders #GlobalMarkets #InvestmentStrategies https://lnkd.in/d5y6_NJ5

Currently at North American Lithuanian Business Forum, my schedule is packed with back-to-back discussions with the startup founders and the investors. The same rules apply to the Lithuanian and US environments, and a strategic approach can simplify this journey and enhance your results. To make navigating the investor game a bit easier, here's a quick ABC rundown: 🎯 Order Your Investor List: Arrange potential investors from most to least likely to invest for efficient time management. 🎯 Assess Value of Investment: Consider the investor's readiness to commit and the size of their investment versus the effort to get them on board to ensure effective fundraising. 🎯 Build Your Investment Blueprint: Align your investment thesis with the goals of the venture fund and your company's unique attributes, such as stage, location, and distinct features. 🎯 Practice with the More Challenging Investors: Perfect your pitch on those less inclined to invest to prepare for high-stakes investors. 🎯 Avoid Potential Conflicts: Bypass investors with ties to competitors, fully deployed funds, or a mismatch with your desired investment stage or location 🎯Mind your language and use tools if you are not a native speaker.   This conference is jam-packed with knowledge and inspiration! More #NALB insights on the way!

Here are a few tips from my colleague Giedrė (currently at North American Lithuanian Business Forum in NYC) about navigating the investor game ... ;)

✨ Exclusive insights from our interview with Florence Richardson, co-founder of WinEquity, on the importance of diversity in teams! 💼🌍 In our next issue of the ESIL newsletter, Florence share her perspective on the value of #diversity in angel investing. According to her, the new generation of business angels needs to be ready to actively support the challenges of young entrepreneurship but also recognizes the significance of diversity in teams. Sharing wisdom and experiences from different backgrounds is crucial for sustainable growth. What are your thoughts and visions on this topic? Share them with us in the comments! 👇 Don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter to stay updated on the latest issues! ESIL is a two-year program of the European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA), led by META Group, Business Angels Europe, and EuroQuity - Bpifrance. #ESIL #BusinessAngels #Investment #Innovation #Europe

We are thrilled to share that NIEC Magazine has had the privilege of interviewing the esteemed Frank Beckmann, CEO of GVI Investment Advisory, based in the vibrant city of Berlin. Our conversation with Mr. Beckmann delved into the intricacies of investment strategies, the future of global markets, and the innovative approaches that GVI Investment Advisory is bringing to the financial landscape. As a leader and visionary in the investment sector, Frank Beckmann's insights are invaluable to anyone looking to understand the pulse of modern finance. His expertise and forward-thinking perspectives are just a taste of what you can expect at the upcoming NIEC - Norwegian International Entrepreneur Conference 2024 in Oslo. 📅 Mark Your Calendars! Join us at NIEC 2024 to connect with industry leaders, engage in thought-provoking discussions, and discover the latest trends in the world of economics and investment. It's an opportunity to network with professionals who are shaping the future of our industry. 📍 Location: Adam and Eva Auditorium, Oslo 🗓️ Date: 7 November 2024 Stay tuned for more updates, including more exclusive interviews in NIEC Magazine. Let's ignite conversations that matter and foster collaborations that will drive progress. We can't wait to see you there! #NIEC2024 #Finance #Investment #Innovation #GVIInvestmentAdvisory #FrankBeckmann #Economics #Networking #Oslo #NIECMagazine #BusinessLeaders #GlobalMarkets #InvestmentStrategies https://lnkd.in/d5y6_NJ5

🚀Steering Norway's Fintech Revolution! 🔥 Rea Parashar's Bold Vision for the future of Finance 🌐" Recently named a Fintech Catalyst by Stockholm Fintech, Rea, who is also COO at NCE Finance Innovation takes us inside Norway's fintech ecosystem, sharing her bold vision and unique leadership style. 🔥 Key Takeaways: - Ecosystem Power: Learn how Norway's accelerators, incubators, and nonprofits are teaming up to fuel fintech growth. - Navigating Regulations: Get the inside scoop on overcoming regulatory hurdles with Rea's expert advice. - Leadership in Action: Learn from Rea's direct, results-driven approach to turning ideas into solutions. - Founder Wisdom: Essential tips for balancing pitching and product development while understanding partner needs. - Event Highlights: Insights from the Norway Fintech Festival, where connections spark instant collaborations. Don't miss this powerful conversation with one of the remarkable catalysts of Nordic Fintech and get inspired to push boundaries and drive innovation in the fintech world! 🚀🔗 Full interview here 👉https://lnkd.in/g_ycSmrF Norway Fintech Festival Bent H. Gjendem Anna Blyablina Love Dager Lana Brandorne Ditte Gerner Dyhr Carsten Christensen Stian Faber Damián Džamba #FintechInnovation #Leadership #StartupSuccess #NCEFinance #NorwayFintech #FintechCatalyst #InnovationEcosystem

Invitation: Join us for the Danish Impact Meetup on May 30th 16-18:30! Are you curious to learn more about impact? Struggling to meet investors? Then join us on May 30th for drinks and food at Matrikel1, Højbro Plads 10 in Copenhagen as we are gathering the impact investing community 🌍 in Denmark and also celebrating the launch of the Danish Impact Committee! 🎉 The purpose of the event is to gather the ecosystem as the impact scene is still young and developing. This is a chance for asset managers, venture and private equity funds, entrepreneurs, advisors, NGOs and others to get to meet and understand the many approaches to conduct #impactful companies and investments. For entrepreneurs: Although this isn't a match making event, there will be plenty of investment funds and business angels for you to meet, and we will do our best to introduce entrepreneurs to potential investors. Please sign-up for the #DanishImpactMeetup on this form, we look much forward to meetup and welcome you all: bit.ly/3Q5Fqyb And follow-us on our new Linkedin page here 🤗 : https://lnkd.in/dqz4djE7 Sponsored by Mesh Community, Aktive Ejere - Active Owners Denmark & IMPACT Partners #DanishImpactCommittee #impactinvesting #greenimpact #socialimpact

Erez Shachar, Qumra Capital’s Managing Partner at the RestartIL Berlin Conference.   2023 posed significant challenges to Israel and #israelitech. The judiciary overhaul attempt sparked the beginning of an inspiring civic protest movement led by the tech community in collaboration with other civic organizations. On the eve of October 7th, following the brutal Hamas attack, the protest movement pivoted to a civic support movement, leveraging the existing infrastructures and harnessing innovation, creativity, and other capabilities characterizing the tech sector. The civic support movement provided immediate relief and resources to communities affected mainly by the war.  In addition, despite the challenges, the Israeli tech market continues to exhibit resilience and remain active, and we are inspired by the teams and companies rising to meet the moment. Israeli tech companies focus on global markets, so they are mainly shielded from domestic disruptions, allowing for business continuity.  We witnessed a minor decline in investments during Q4, with about $1.4Bn invested, while large-scale M&A activity continued.   We are facing challenging times, yet there are many reasons for optimism— newfound solidarity, civic engagement that is here to stay, and addressing unmet challenges emphasized by the current crisis, such as connecting the geographic and social periphery into the tech sector, including marginalized sectors, and strengthening the fabric of Israeli society.   In these trying times, we draw inspiration from #resilience, #innovation, and collective efforts to build a better Israel.   Thank you, RestartIL Berlin, and Izhar Shay, @Hila shay, and Ophir Shay, who initiated the inspiring Next October, a visionary project honoring the victims of the war initiated by Hamas on October 7th and transforming grief into #innovation by creating over 1400 #startups.  #RestartIL #israelinnovation #IsraeliStartups #BusinessCollaborations #businessopportunities #nomatterwhat #investinisrael Photographer Credit: Ruthe Zuntz.