Startup Wise Guys’ Post

🔥 How To Web Conference Recap! 🔥 The How To Web Conference brought together some of the brightest minds in tech and innovation from across CEE, SEE, and beyond and we were thrilled to be part of it! Our CEO, Cristobal Alonso, and CEE Business Development lead,Razvan Suta were honored to judge the Top 40 semifinals, where remarkable startups presented their innovative ideas. Meanwhile, our General Partner Günce Önür contributed substantially to the Venture in EE discussion panel. Key Highlights: 🏆 FigVision from Romania emerged as the winner, impressing us with their experienced team and scalable product. We're excited to co-invest alongside Underline Ventures and GapMinder VC, and welcome them into the SWG Accelerator. 💻 Our portfolio company ByteHide was among the Top 5 finalists with their cutting-edge solutions. 🚀 The semifinals showcased 40 outstanding startups, including Heavnn, CREX Capital, and ByteHide, all representing the best of our SWG portfolio. 🎙️ Cristobal also led an insightful fireside chat on "Performing in Times of Crisis" and reconnected with key VCs, including Presto, Depo Ventures, Gapminder, and Wayra UK. A huge thank you to the Hot To Web team for organizing such an exceptional event. We look forward to supporting and scaling more innovative startups! 🚀 #StartupWiseGuys #VC #Innovation #HotToWeb #SWGAccelerator #FigVision #Bytehide #Startups

Portfolio Investment Alert! 🚀 We're thrilled to announce that Vado | Vending Automatic Delivery Operations, one of the standout startups from our SaaS Milan 2022 batch, has successfully raised €440K in their Seed Round! 🎉 ⚡️ VADO is revolutionizing how businesses manage their delivery and takeaway operations by seamlessly integrating smart storage solutions with top delivery apps like #Glovo, #Deliveroo, #JustEat, and #UberEats. 🚚💨 Their team has recently welcomed Andrea T. Orlando, our Partner for Italy, to VADO’s core team. Andrea brings vast experience and strategic insight to drive VADO’s growth further. 🧠 As he says: "VADO is the perfect example of a hidden champion in a non-mainstream industry, a unique product with hungry clients. All that's left is execution, and the VADO team is fully prepared for that journey." Congratulations to Co-founders Alessandro Ursino, Alberto Luison Alessandro Bruno and the rest of their fantastic team—we can't wait to see what's next! 💥 🔍 Read more https://lnkd.in/dXn3REC9 #StartupSuccess #SeedRound #SaaS #Innovation #Growth #DeliveryTech #SmartStorage #TeamExpansion #SWGFamily

📣 New Acceleration Program Alert! Apply Now for the Azerbaijan Accelerator We are thrilled to announce that applications are now OPEN for the Azerbaijan Acceleration Program powered by SABAH.HUB, in partnership with IDDA Talents, "PASHA Holding" LLC, and delivered by Startup Wise Guys. This is your chance to take your startup to the next level! 💡 Why should you apply? 💰 Investment Opportunities: By joining the program, you will have the opportunity to be selected for investment and receive a convertible investment of €50,000 or more; and an additional €250,000 as a follow-on opportunity. 📚 Expert Guidance: Access top-tier mentorship and industry expertise to help you scale. 🌍 Extensive Network: Connect with investors, mentors, and industry leaders. 💻 Hybrid Program: 12 weeks online + 2 weeks onsite in Baku. 🗓️ Deadline to apply: December 1, 2024. Limited spots are available,get your spot now! 🚀 📝 Apply here - https://lnkd.in/eaQ5RsTk Don’t miss this opportunity to scale your business!

🎉 Proud moment for #StartupWiseGuys! We’ve been highlighted in one of the most prestigious business magazines in Spain, El Referente! 🇪🇸 It’s such an honor to be recognized for our efforts across #SaaS, #Fintech, #Cybersecurity, #Defense, #PropTech, and more, as we continue to accelerate and support startups on their journey to success! 🚀🙌 Special thanks to all our partners, founders, and the incredible team making this possible daily. 🙏 Let's keep pushing boundaries and scaling new heights! Check out our feature and some amazing startups we’ve invested in! #Startups #Accelerator #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #VentureCapital #ScalingStartups

🚩 Portfolio Exit Alert! We’re proud to share that our portfolio company from the 2016 batch — Wisnio - has been acquired by Assessio, a leading provider of strategic HR solutions in Europe! 🚀 What started with a small, dedicated team of fewer than 10 people has now evolved into a global player in talent analytics, trusted by some of the biggest names in the industry. 🌍 Their cutting-edge technology, including innovative leadership assessment tools powered by generative AI, will now reach new heights with Assessio’s support. This acquisition marks a huge achievement for Wisnio and is a testament to the power of determination, innovation, and collaboration. We couldn’t be prouder to have supported Wisnio on this journey and to witness their ongoing impact in the talent and HR sectors. ✨ Congratulations to CEO Alo Arro and their amazing team for reaching this incredible milestone, and we look forward to seeing what the future holds for you all! 🚀 #PortfolioWin #ExitSuccess #TalentAnalytics #HRInnovation #StartupSuccess #Acquisition

The Journey Comes to a Close: Celebrating the End of Our Cyber Growth Program! ✨ The time has come to say goodbye to our incredible batch of cybersecurity startups! These visionary teams have come a long way, tackling industry challenges with cutting-edge solutions and preparing to make a lasting impact in the #cybersecurity world. 🔐🛡️ 📽️ We’re excited to share the after-movie where these amazing founders reflect on their experience! From mastering their go-to-market strategies to refining their products, they’ve proven their resilience and dedication every step of the way. 🌐📈 🔥 Meet the startups who are shaping the future of cybersecurity: Block-Auth: Josué López, Yassir Doutroi. Certopus: Vraj Gohil, Khushi Patel, Raj Bheda Cloudtainer: Francisco Valderrama Méndez Passport.GG | Empowering Global Gamers: Ignat Bobrovich A huge shoutout to our incredible team behind the program—Sergio Borasino and Monica Aguilar—for their unwavering support throughout these weeks. 🙌 While the program may have come to an end, this is only the beginning for these startups. 🚀 We can’t wait to see the groundbreaking strides they’ll take in the cybersecurity space! #CyberGrowth #DemoDay #BilbaoInnovation #Cybersecurity #AccelerationProgram #Innovation #StartupSuccess

🌪️ This is a wrap for the Startup Wise Guys Acceleration Program in Bilbao! After 14 transformative weeks in our latest Acceleration Program, these incredible startups from various verticals such as #SaaS, #Sustainability, and #ShelterTech are now ready to soar to new heights! 🌍 Through hands-on mentorship, peer collaboration, and constant iteration, these startups have evolved into stronger, more focused companies ready to disrupt their industries. Their journey continues as they step into the next phase of growth and impact. 💡 🎉 Congratulations and a big shout out to these teams: Birl, Esgrid, Zerow, Foodobox Livful flat-packed compact house kits, Yalo Technologies ,Seenapse, Planet Dataset, Breakevent, Wall ID,AIManager360, Synapze GmbH. 🙌 A heartfelt thank you to our amazing partners for unwavering support,  Habitat for Humanity, (Terwilliger Center for Innovation in Shelter), Beaz Bizkaia and BAT B Accelerator Tower, and to our unstoppable Startup Wise Guys team who made it all possible. (Gilles DC,Lorenzo Francesco Rea,Viktoria Kalman,Brianna Quintero and others!) 📽️ Don’t miss the video to experience all the fun, new friendships, and exciting lessons firsthand! 👇 This moment is just the beginning for these startups, and we are incredibly proud to have supported them on this exciting path. 🌟 #Graduation #AccelerationProgram #Startups #Bilbao #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #ScalingUp

🎓 DEMO Day is Here! 🚀 Today at 3PM CET! After an unforgettable journey, our 16 incredible startups are ready to take the stage at DEMO Day in Bilbao, graduating from Startup Wise Guys Acceleration Prgoram! 🎉 Incredible teams—congratulations on this milestone! Birl, Esgrid, Zerow, Foodobox, Livful tiny & compact kit houses Yalo Technologies, Seenapse, Planet Dataset, Breakevent Wall ID ,AIManager360, Synapze GmbH. Block-Auth, Certopus, Cloudtainer Passport.GG | Empowering Global Gamers 📅 It’s happening today – Come cheer on these inspiring founders, hear their pitches, and connect with the community. 📽️ Tune in here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dj2XWBGW We can’t wait to share this experience with you! See you there!

🔐 Dive into Deeptech & Cybersecurity! Join us for an exclusive online session: "Unlocking the Hottest Vertical: How Non-Dual Use Investors Can Dive into Deeptech & Cybersecurity" 🔐💡 📅 Wednesday, Oct 7th, 2024 | 3:30 PM EET / 2:30 PM CET 📍 Online Webinar for Investors (Startups welcome to observe!) 🤔 Why Attend? Hear insights from top VCs in the space Get practical tips on evaluating Deeptech & Cybersecurity investments Discover the latest trends shaping these sectors ✨ Don’t miss out on key strategies and future trends shaping these exciting sectors. 🎟️ Reserve your spot now! #DeeptechInvesting #Cybersecurity2024 #VCTrends #InvestorEvent #TechInvesting