On March 7, 2025, the ‘VentureBridge: Startups & Corporates Connect’ event, hosted by the Innovation Radar Bridge (IRB) project at The Social Hub in Barcelona, will offer VCs and corporates a unique opportunity to discover EU-backed startups that have been rigorously vetted and are ready to scale.
Designed as an exclusive demo and networking event, this VentureBridge combines startup presentations, matchmaking, and insightfull sessions, creating a platform for European corporates and investors to forge new partnerships with innovative startups offering market-ready products and services.
The event will bring together key players, including VCs, corporates and EU-funded innovators, as well as policymakers and media, in an environment designed to maximise synergies. To ensure meaningful connections, attendees on both sides are carefully selected based on expected potential synergies. Register for free here!
A Dynamic Agenda to Spark Connections and Collaboration
- 13:30 – 14:00: Registration
- 14:00 – 14:15: Opening remarks by Thomas Ohr, CEO of EU-Startups
- 14:15 – 14:45: Startups Backed by the EU’s Framework Programmes – Presentation of first-of-its-kind report by Yoram Wijngaarde, CEO of Dealroom.co
- 14:45 – 15:20: Pitch Session: EU-backed startups of market-ready products and services
- 15:20 – 16:05: Corporate Venture Capital: Unlocking EU Startup Potential – CVC investment opportunities in EU-backed innovation, plus success stories from startups & corporates
- 16:05 – 17:30: Networking
Pitch Session: Spotlight on EU-funded Startups
The pitch session will showcase pre-selected EU-backed startups with market-ready products and services. These startups, backed by the European Commission, have been rigorously vetted and are primed to scale. Representing numerous verticals, they will present their innovations and highlight the series funding and collaborations they seek to accelerate their growth.
This session serves as an opportunity for corporates and investors to interact with startups directly, ask questions, and explore potential synergies. Whether you are an investor seeking promising ventures or a corporate looking for transformative partnerships, this session offers unparalleled access to Europe’s most exciting startups.
A Groundbreaking Report on EU-Backed Startups
The event will also highlight a new, first-of-its-kind report titled “Startups Backed by the EU’s Framework Programmes”, powered by the Innovation Radar Bridge project, Dealroom.co, and Dealflow.eu. The report reveals the critical role of EU-backed startups in driving economic growth, showing that from €12 billion in EU support, these startups have raised €70 billion in venture capital and created €560 billion in enterprise value over the past decade. These startups now account for 13% of the €4.2 trillion total value of European startups, demonstrating their pivotal role in Europe’s innovation ecosystem.
The report addresses the key challenges to growth and outlines actionable steps to bridge these gaps, such as harmonising regulations across the Single Market, boosting late-stage financing through stronger public-private partnerships, and focusing EU funding on strategic priorities like Space Tech, Climate Tech, and Biotech. By following this roadmap, Europe will unlock future economic growth. Join the waiting list for the report.
Why You Should Attend
The event provides a unique platform for investors and corporates to connect with EU-backed innovators. Investors will gain visibility into high-potential startups, while corporates can explore cutting-edge solutions that align with their strategic goals. With interactive startup pitches, curated matchmaking, and opportunities for one-on-one meetings, attendees will leave with actionable partnerships that could define the future of innovation in Europe.
Register Now to Join Us
Participation is free, but registration is required. Don’t miss this chance to connect with key startups in Europe’s ecosystem. Register here to secure your spot.
We look forward to welcoming you in Barcelona on March 7, 2025!
Read the orginal article: https://www.eu-startups.com/2025/01/venturebridge-startups-meet-corporate-venture-barcelona/
