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dVO, de Vlaamse OndernemerdVO Nieuwsuitzending april '25🚀 Tijd voor een nieuwe uitzending van "dVO nieuws" boordevol interessant bedrijfsnieuws.Een mijlpaal voor het start-up accelerator-programma van het onderzoekscentrum imec.istartIn Zeebrugge wordt de allereerste grootschalige groene waterstofproductie-eenheid in ons land gebouwdHet Gentse Trince, een spin-off van UGent, wil een sleutelrol spelen in de toekomst van cel- en gentherapie.Alides en PMV hebben de definitieve vergunning binnen voor de AI Campus Hub op Tech Lane Ghent Science Park.Sirris | Innovation forward stelt 11 nieuwe Factories of t...2025-03-3112 min
imec.istart's podcastI’m in Love with a Little Piece of My Big Pie In this new episode, we highlight the importance of strategic funding, team dynamics, and the evolving role of investors in supporting startup growth, with insights from our three phenomenal guests: Kris van der Berck (imec.istart Future Fund), Isabelle Tenstedt (Seeder Fund), and Tim Clijmans (DEO.care). Discover key insights on: • Balancing ownership and external funding • The risks of large funding rounds • The impact of macro-economic influences on investment2024-07-1959 min
imec.istart's podcastSaaS Secrets Unveiled Ever wondered how a simple idea blossoms into a booming SaaS business? Our latest podcast episode handles all about that! We invited Lore Aerts (Yeat) and Gilles Mattelin (Henchman) and Smartfin's seasoned investor, Thomas Depuydt to share their keen insights and experiences. 2024-05-061h 13
imec.istart's podcastThe Network always winsNetworking is more than exchanging business cards—it's about creating lasting connections that fuel growth. This episode unravels the power of networking through the eyes of portfolio founders Rutger Bevers (Conversation Starter), Gérôme Vanherf (La Grand Poste), and Christina Hadinoto (ContourLab). Learn more about strategies for overcoming obstacles with a strong network, the importance of creativity in problem-solving, and ways to leverage media and contacts for success. Guests: Rutger Bevers (Conversation Starter) Gérôme Vanherf (La Grand Poste) Christina Hadinoto (ContourLab) Host:2024-03-081h 15
imec.istart's podcastHardware is hard In the 10th imec.istart podcast episode, we dive head first into the highs and lows of hardware innovation. Portfolio founders Michael Broes (Moonbird) and Senne Gorris (Hippo Dx) share why exactly hardware is hard. Topics include: ▸ why the integration of hardware and software is a complicated love affair ▸ avocados, stress balls and undesired prototype designs ▸ the importance of having an "unfair advantage" 2024-02-161h 11
imec.istart's podcastOMG! My startup is built around a hype marketIn this podcast episode, we explore strategies for navigating "hype markets". Imec.istart portfolio founders Jen Rossey of Lopos and Tiebe Parmentier of Tekst.ai share their perspectives. Lopos, a spinoff from the University of Ghent and imec, initially concentrated on ultra-wideband technology for precise distance measurement. However, they made a pivotal shift during the COVID-19 pandemic, developing wearable devices for promoting social distancing. Tekst.ai specializes in natural language processing (NLP), streamlining inbound customer emails to enhance response times by categorizing and routing messages efficiently. Topics of this conversation include pricing models, t...2023-09-2956 min
imec.istart's podcastConfessions from the Board RoomIn this podcast, Jonathan Schreiber (Neuroventis), Karel Callens (Cumul.io), Luc Burgelman (Miles Ahead) sit down for an in-depth conversation about what really goes down in the boardroom. From how they convinced people to join their board, to the crucial role of independent members, to navigating tricky crises between members, our guests spill all the tea. A must-listen for everyone who wants to hear a new perspective on how a board can drive company growth. Your host: Maarten Weyn2023-05-021h 07
EuroQuity Podcast#35 Ruth Janssens "I think the only way to do is keep talking"Welcome to EuroQuity Podcast, my name is Elisa Brevet. This podcast was designed as the EuroQuity platform, a place to meet, share an exchange between entrepreneurs, investors and advisors. We want to inspire, entertain and inform you! In each episode, we will meet a guest who will share with us their journey and vision of entrepreneurship.For this new episode, we are pleased to welcome Ruth Janssens.In 2015, she founded Small Teaser, a Belgian based tech company. In 2016, she was awarded best young female entrepreneur. Ruth is currently working as a managing partner on...2023-04-0425 min
imec.istart's podcastMy First 100 Days as an Entrepreneur: Triumphs and TribulationsThe second episode of the imec.istart Series#2 Podcast discusses the triumphs and setbacks founders encounter in the first 100 days as an entrepreneur. Guests: Maura Nachtergaele (Payflip) Simon Temmerman (dScribe) Host: Maarten Weyn2023-04-0255 min
Recreation to Re~CreationHaroun Souirji ~ Creativity, Entrepreneurship & Embracing ChangeJoin us today as we head to Belgium & beyond to explore Haroun's world of Creativity, Entrepreneurship & Embracing Change. Founder of multiple businesses over the years, Haroun has never shied away from bringing his passions to his personal and professional life. From filmmaking in 24 countries through his company VAST Motion Pictures or making creativity more accessibile through collaborative equipment sharing via his initiative MotionTribe ~ Haroun is out there following the call of change. Join us as we dive into a world of filmmaking, woodworking, cooking, climbing and so much more as we explore Haroun's journey and how he is uniquely...2023-03-0755 min
imec.istart's podcastScale-up: from founder to managerThe first episode of the imec.istart Series#2 Podcast discusses how entrepreneurs can grow their tech startup into a scaleup. Martijn Joris (Twikit) and Ewout Meyns (ex-PieSync) will discuss the transition from founder to manager. Martijn started as a business developer and later a business development manager at Materialise before founding Twikit in 2012. Ewout is the executive chairman and is still daily active within the company, looking into how to adapt and strategize. They will also discuss how to go from a startup to scaleup and all the things which they experience in this transition. Your host...2023-02-271h 02
GSD Venture Studios Podcasts by Gary FowlerGary Fowler and Nick Larson: Community Building 101In this Silicon Valley Tech & AI episode presented by GSD Venture Studios Gary Fowler interviews Nick Larson.
Guest:
Nick Larson
CRO at Unity Central, Host of Silicon Zombies
Nick Larson is an ‘ambitious beach bum,’ focused on empowering creative entrepreneurs with integrity. A Silicon-Valley native, Nick has founded and scaled mission-driven startups, including:
-Willow (backed by Google, Green Park Ventures) took from $0-1M ARR in 3 years
-OnePiece Work (backed by UpHonest Capital) took from $0 - $3M ARR in 3 years.
In 2021 Nick was named one of the...2022-10-2236 min
Lead With ExcellenceThe secrets of startups that last, with Sven De CleynWhat separates a unicorn from a flameout? Thomas sits down with imec.istart Program Director Sven De Cleyn to find out.
Together, they discuss what Sven learned from his PhD research into successful startups, how those findings shape his current work at an accelerator, and what it takes to be a thriving startup in Belgium today. Stick around to hear what he looks for when offering pre-seed funding to tech companies.2022-08-1539 min
imec.istart's podcast10 years imec.istart - From researcher to entrepreneur (Dutch) When and how to take the leap of turning a research project into a company? How to validate an idea? What are the pros and cons of starting a company or spinoff as a researcher? How to step out of your comfort zone? How to do sales and marketing? Get the answers in this conversation with two co-founders who started spin-off companies based on their research and an imec.istart venture acceleration manager with experience in guiding starting researchers. Guests: Marije Lesterhuis - postdoctoral researcher + Co-Founder Comproved. They offer expertise and a comparing tool to help teachers improve the q...2021-11-221h 24
imec.istart's podcast10 years imec.istart - sustainable entrepreneurship (dutch)How do you get started with sustainable entrepreneurship? What are the pitfalls and opportunities to look out for? How to stay motivated? How did participating in the business acceleration program imec.istart help launching these ventures? Listen to this conversation between three start-up founders with companies aiming to make the world a better place. Guests: Stefanie Broes, founder moonbird - a technological device to improve people’s breathing and reduce stress and anxiety and help people fall asleep faster. Vincent Meurrens, founder EPCON - enables epidemic monitoring, evaluation and control through combining real-world context and real-time programmati...2021-11-101h 15
imec.istart's podcast10 years imec.istart - Startup Tips: NGrave (Dutch) Startup tips: Learn from cryptocurrency startup founder Ruben from NGrave, they only started in 2018 and are working with a 25-person team with clients from all over the world and imec.istart Venture Acceleration Managers share tips and stories about: big and international ambitions, bull and bear markets addressing a global B2B market, learning and applying from business books, setting up the right funding mix; (convertible loans, bank loans, equity, subsidies, crowdfunding...) validating your idea in style, attracting top talent and special superhero employee experiences Guests: Ruben Merre, CEO NGrave. Blockchain technology company developing an ultra-secure cryptocurrency wallet solution Rob...2021-10-121h 09
imec.istart's podcast10 jaar imec.istart - Operations, Missions and Media (Dutch) Learn about corporate partnerships and international growth for startups Speakers: Lisa Pattyn, startup coordinator iminds 2011-2016 Now Team Lead Integrations and Partnerships Deliverect. Hendrik Dacquin; Business Owner Teledroom, ex founder Zender/Small Town Heroes. Lies Boghaert - Internationalisation Officer imec.istart 2016 - 2021, now Inbound Sales Specialist & FOOD WASTE WARRIOR at Too Good To Go Caspar Van Rhijn - Strategic Advisor Mediahuis Sven de Cleyn - program director imec.istart + MD 2021-10-121h 26
imec.istart's podcast10 year imec.istart - How it got started (Dutch) How and why did imec.istart begin ten years ago? Learn from key people who have been there from the start to this present moment. Sven de Cleyn - program director imec.istart + MD imec.istart Fund Wim De Waele was Chief Executive Officer of IBBT, later renamed iMinds (www.iminds.be), headquartered in Ghent, Belgium, until 2015. Lodewijk De Meester - Service & Program Manager Offshore KYC Belgium at ING Belgium - one of the first private fund-partners of the program Ruth Janssens: alumni imec.istart, now MD of Morrow Ventures Moderator: Maarten Weyn 2021-10-111h 35
EuroQuity Podcast#13 - Sven De Cleyn "You want to raise funds ? Be honest. "Welcome to our EuroQuity podcast, my name is An Meers. This podcast was designed as the EuroQuity platform, a place to meet, share and exchange between entrepreneurs, investors and advisors. We want to inspire, entertain and inform you ! In each episode, we will meet a guest who will share with us their journey and vision of entrepreneurship.For this new episode, we are pleased to welcome Sven De Cleyn. Sven leads the imec.istart acceleration program for young technology start ups at Imec and he is managing director of the Imec Fund. He...2021-06-3032 min
Behind The Story - Career Change, Life ChangeHow a father of an epileptic child got his AHA moment from a simple YouTube video to create Innovative technologyEpisode SHOWNOTES and interview summary on: http://behindthestory.be/podcast/episode10 This podcast episode is part of a new series, "Talking To Jane", in partnership with Start it @KBC, a Startup Incubator with the largest Startup Community in Belgium. In this series, Jane interviews entrepreneurs of Tech Startups, put forward by Start it@KBC. You will hear their inspiring journey's and the role of incubators to start and grow their business. Here is what is shared and discussed in this episode: Links and Resources: Tim’s company and Soc...2018-02-1254 min