Webinar 2 – European Ecosystem -- From Idea to Startup: Funding & Scaling with Zest

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The IEEE Consumer Technology Society Young Professionals is excited to invite you to a two-part webinar series (in English) focusing on how to transform an idea into a funded startup. This series features two prominent figures from the accelerator and investment ecosystems in Silicon Valley and Europe.

You will have the opportunity not only to hear their stories but also to ask the questions you've always wanted to ask.

Webinar 2 – European Ecosystem

From Idea to Startup: Funding & Scaling with Zest

Speaker:  Giulio Pezzini, Zest

Date & Time: Thursday, 4 December – 13:45–15:00 (CET, Italian time)

Giulio will share:

• How Zest supports innovative startups in Italy and Europe.

• Practical tips for a successful fundraising strategy.

• Case studies from European founders who successfully raised capital.

• How to choose between accelerators, incubators, and other funding options.

Webinar 1 – Silicon Valley Ecosystem

From Idea to Startup: How Berkeley SkyDeck Helps Founders Take Off

Speaker:  Frank Hysa, Berkeley SkyDeck

Date & Time: Tuesday, 2 December – 18:00–18:45 (CET, Italian time)

Franz will talk about:

• How Berkeley SkyDeck works and what makes the Silicon Valley ecosystem unique.

• Real success stories from the accelerator.

• How to move from an idea to a solid startup project.

• What investors look for in early-stage teams and pitches.

Who should attend?

• Students and recent graduates who are curious about entrepreneurship.

• Early-stage founders and aspiring founders.

• Young professionals interested in VC, accelerators, and the startup ecosystems.

Language: English

Format: Online webinars 

Registration: Please register for each event separately using IEEE vTools.

For Webinar #2, register using the link in this e-Notice / Event Posting.

For Webinar #1, register using this link:  https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/517833

We look forward to seeing you online and to your questions for Franz and Giulio!

Best regards,
Lucio Ciabattoni
IEEE Consumer Technology Society Young Professionals Chair