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Two weeks into Time to Raise already! The feedback from the first three workshops has been on top, and this cohort is kicking off strong 💥 Every new cohort gets the best-rated sessions from previous rounds, and it's clear why these ones made the cut. 🎯 Here are some key takeaways so far: Luke Pappas, Partner at New Enterprise Associates (NEA) How to run a successful fundraising process 💡 Narrative fundraise vs. Metric fundraise 💡 Warm intros are everything - get creative 💡 Stack your meetings: volume wins. First ones online, second in person! Erik Lindblad, Managing Partner at Zenith Ventures Meeting investors - What to prepare 💡 KEEP IT CRISP! 💡 Have your house in order 💡 Lead the process, own it Joel Uddén, Principal at Ventech How to tell your startup story in a solid pitch deck 💡 Attention span = milliseconds - hook them instantly 💡 Simple > Complex | Clarity > Creativity 💡 Evidence > Promises | Numbers > Adjectives 🕵️♂️ We even got to see how investors actually scan decks - live! Thank you! #workshop #fundraising

📣 Apply or Nominate: Are you an innovative startup or scaleup? Do you know a company with great potential? This is your chance to take part at Techarena Challenge at Almedalen 2025. Showcase your innovation, pitch on stage, get visibility and connect with relevant partners. 👉 Apply or nominate today: https://lnkd.in/dfe7Dmmg #Techarena #Almedalen2025

📉 Trump’s Tariffs Create Uncertainty for European Tech – Export Economist Warns: ”Undoubtedly negative” Stefan Karlsson, Chief Economist at EKN Exportkreditnämnden, warns that U.S. tariffs are reshaping global trade dynamics, casting a shadow over EU growth projections for 2025. While service-based tech companies may avoid direct impacts, the ripple effects on manufacturing clients and the investment climate are clear. 🔹 Investment Slowdown: Startups and VCs are exercising caution amid the unpredictable trade environment. 🔹 Strategic Shifts: Companies entering the U.S. market might find opportunities by localizing operations. 🔹 Action for Entrepreneurs: Stay informed on tariffs and regulations, and focus on financial fundamentals. Karlsson emphasizes: “Uncertainty alone is enough to make companies and investors hesitate.” As Europe braces for turbulence, adaptability and strategic planning are key for tech firms navigating this new reality. ➡ Link to complete interview: https://lnkd.in/gWsmw4ft #Techarena #GlobalTrade #TechIndustry #Entrepreneurship #Tariffs #EconomicGrowth

🤝 PARTNER WITH US AT ALMEDALEN 2025 🇸🇪 🔹 Be part of the most important discussions in tech, business, and society. 🔹 Engage directly with decision-makers. 🔹 Collaborate with startups, scaleups, industry leaders, and policymakers to develop meaningful partnerships. 3 Stages | 2 Venues | 50+ Sessions | 120+ Speakers | 1 Epic TechMinglet ➡ Reach out: https://bit.ly/TECHA2025 #Techarena #Almedalen #Almedalen2025

📢 We Are Happy To Announce Ten New Companies For Spring 2025: From Shrimp Farming To AI-Driven Risk Assessment! Here is the cohort 7: 🔹 Normain empowers non-technical users to build custom automations of existing business processes and templates. 🔹 HÅVA Produces tasty and fresh shrimp in a sustainable, high-efficiency system, ensuring weekly harvests without antibiotics or chemicals. 🔹 Sigrid Therapeutics Provides a non-pharmaceutical approach to improving metabolic health using its SiPore® technology, reducing blood sugar spikes. 🔹 Opus Futura Develops a predictability index to minimize bias in recruitment, matching individuals with ideal work relationships. 🔹 Umazi Builds a compliance and digital identity platform that combines AI-driven risk assessment with Web3-enabled digital IDs. 🔹 Safety By Cilia Revolutionizing personal security with cutting-edge, patent-pending safety technology, integrated into jewelry. 🔹 Cognes Delivers an AI-powered dementia prescreening tool using facial analysis via smartphone. 🔹 Reselo Produces a high-performing polymer from forest waste, replacing rubber in various applications. 🔹 ATO Energy Harnesses AI-driven solutions to create an interconnected system where dynamic rating, capacity, and intelligence drive the future. 🔹 SmakShare receptapp Simplifies meal planning and grocery shopping by integrating recipe management with online checkout.

The third batch of mentors for this spring is here! We’re thrilled to welcome even more Nordic business angels to the program. Cohort 7 will feature a strong mix of Venture Capitalists, Business Angels, and Family Offices — all bringing deep networks to help founders broaden their investor networks. Let’s get the ball rolling! 💥 Welcome to the program: Filip Veli Gültekin | Angel investor Glenn Gill | Principal at Idékapital Anna Blomdell | Partner at RadCap Tonje Ørnholt | Head of Investment at Oslo Business Region Fredrik P. | Angel investor Cecilie Skjong | Investment Manager at Skyfall Ventures Peder Hjermann | Investment Manager at RunwayFBU Frida Rustøen | Principal at Idékapital Antonio Gozzo | Angel investor & Founder of Wicked Angel

Let's announce the second batch of Mentors for Time to Raise cohort 7 this Spring! We are very excited to bring onboard some veterans and some new ones to Time to Raise. When asking them if the mentor banners look ok, we got the answers "I'm fired up and ready to go", "Super pumped to be part of the program", and "I really look forward to this, it's going to be so fun to meet the startups!" 👏 Patrik Sandin | Entrepreneur and Angel Investor Madeleine Johansson Palmberg | Managing Director & Partner at Bust Christian Dorffer | Founding GP at Defiance Capital Filip Mark | VP at Creandum Samira Zarringhalam | Angel investor Maria Wasastjerna | Managing Partner at Kvanted #mentorship #accelerator #fundraising

📊 Techarena 2025 brought together industry leaders for the insightful panel discussion, "The Modern Consumer - Breaking the Code from Data to Product", moderated by Olivia Kinghorst. This engaging session explored how companies are innovating to meet the diverse and ever-changing needs of today’s consumers. 🎬 In this short video, Jesper Brøndum shares his perspective on the key datapoints in the consumer journey. The panel included: • Eeke de Milliano (Stripe) • Jesper Brøndum (Boozt) • Jonas Kjellberg (Nornorm) • Björn Block (Inter IKEA Group) #Techarena2025

Announcing the first batch of mentors for cohort 7 this Spring 📢 Time to Raise by TECHARENA, Cohort 7, is about to start, and we are excited to announce the first six mentors—a strong lineup of investors—who will take part in the program and support startups on their fundraising journey. A big thanks and shoutout to Margarita T., angel investor, entrepreneur and former Wall Street executive Luke Pappas, Partner at New Enterprise Associates (NEA) Pippa Lamb, Partner at Sweet Capital and an a16z scout Arthur Savander, Board Member and Investor at Fåntell Paul Fifield, 4x Founder, Early-stage investor and Venture Partner at Bessemer Venture Partners Bob Thomas, Partner at Oxx This program is all about providing access to the right investors, facilitating warm introductions, and offering hands-on mentorship. We will continue announcing more mentors—stay tuned!

♟️ Would you challenge a world champion? Anna Cramling, Chess Champion and Woman FIDE Master, was at the Chess Corner during Techarena 2025. For one hour, attendees had the exciting opportunity to challenge her at her own game. #Techarena2025