Insights & Perspectives
Scaling Up in the New Nordics
35 million people. 85+ unicorns. The world's highest unicorn density outside Silicon Valley. And yet — the New Nordics is still leaving enormous value on the table. Here's why that's about to change. What is the New Nordics? The New Nordics isn't just a geography....
12 ways to win at Scale Up!
With 100’s of sessions and 1000’s of participants, we’ve seen every outcome imaginable in Scale Up! One thing we learned: clearly define a ‘winning goal’ that resonates with your participants. Here are 12 ways you, the facilitator can define ‘winning’ in Scale Up! Why...
Taking Scale Up! to Market
Scale Up! is a powerful tool for building entrepreneurial skills, supporting founders, angels, investors and ecosystem builders. Globally, 6.000+ have been through Scale Up! But, as a new Scale Up! Facilitator and Partner, how do you actually take Scale Up! to market?...
Startup Founder? 15 Steps to Upgrade Your Deck.
We have just finished reviewing a large number of startup pitch decks. Founders from across the ecosystem, at various stages, preparing for fundraising. Some early-stage, some early growth-stage. Some first-time founders, others serial entrepreneurs. It was a...
Who Attends the Fund Manager Masterclass?
This year we will pass 2.000 participants in the Fund Manager! Masterclass. Since launch, participants from 50+ countries have mastered new elements of the venture capital fund journey with the Masterclass. But who are they, and who joins the Fund Manager!...
Entrepreneurial Finance Readiness Level
Entrepreneurial Finance Readiness Level (TRL, but for founders raising capital) Most startups are familiar with the technical readiness of their product, commonly referred to as ‘TRL’ or Technology Readiness Level. But what about ‘investor readiness level’. What would...
Going to Web Summit? Here Are the 15 Questions You Need to Prepare For the Investors You Meet.
Did you know, pitching might not be your secret weapon after all. Instead, pitch less , and ask your investors better questions. This article is part two in our three part-series helping startup founders prepare for major startup- and investor conferences. Read also...
Meeting the Investors? Here’s what they’ll ask
Going to an investor conference this month? Here are the 15 questions you should know cold — to nail your conversations and leave a lasting impression. This article is part two in our three part-series helping startup founders prepare for major startup- and investor...
The Founder’s Web Summit Checklist: 10 Things You Need to Prepare
Hey, founders. If you're heading to Web Summit — or any other major startup and investor conference — you probably need to prepare a little bit. That's okay. That's exactly why we put together this 10-item checklist. A lot of founders zero in on the pitch deck, and...