Events Calls from the Community
Silicon Vikings New Nordics Pitch Competition Grand Final
November 29 from 17:30
Maria 01, Arcade 5 Arena, Helsingfors, Finland
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Together with Silicon Vikings, Platform6, Business Helsinki, Latitude59, Hanken Business Lab, Startup Estonia invites you to join us on the pre-day 29.11 at 17:30 for the New Nordics Pitch Competition Grand Final 2023! This exciting event will showcase the best and brightest startups from the Nordic and Baltic regions. Be prepared to witness great pitches and innovative ideas that could shape the future! 6 startups, representing their respective country or region will compete to become the Grand Champion of the New Nordics. The startups will pitch in front of an expert jury of VCs and angel investors.
The startups will be announced as soon as all regional finals are done.
You do not need a Slush ticket to attend this event.
Creativity meets AI
November 30 from 17:00
G18, 18 a Yrjönkatu 00120 Helsinki Finland
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Welcome to the official Estonian side event at Slush 2023. Meet and mingle with Nordic Tech Valley Slushers, enjoy refreshing food (both for the mind and body) and have a great wind down from the day. Explore the connections of art, entrepreneurship, and AI in the heart of Helsinki.
We will hear from Kristjan Järvi – the “wild child” of the Järvi dynasty of conductors. Kristjan has been pushing boundaries of genres and senses since his early days. Now, he’s embracing AI and taming it to enhance human creativity while framing it deeply within the Estonian mindset.
During the evening, one of Estonia’s outstanding young chefs Tõnis Saar will take you on a gastronomic journey. His unique menu includes a creative combination of natural plant-based produce for a delicious and remarkable evening.
The night will be accompanied by mellow vibes and delicate beats by DJ Laura Nestor and visuals created by talented Alyona Movko-Mägi.
Program:
- 17.00 Doors open, music selected by DJ Laura Nestor
- 17.30 Welcoming words by Liina Maria Lepik, Member of the Management Board of Enterprise Estonia
- 17.35 Kristjan Järvi and Estoniia Muse
- 17.45 Networking accompanied by delicious food, drinks, music & AI visuals
- 20.00 The end
Data Science Seminar at Tartu University: Smart Sustainable Mobility and Communities
28 November, 16:00 to 20:00
in the Delta Center, large auditorium (1037), Narva mnt 18, Tartu.
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The seminar focuses on how smart urban technologies and designs can make a significant contribution to the sustainable development of cities and their communities through a direct impact on urban spaces and mobility.
The seminar is organised and moderated by Associate Professor Amnir Hadachi, Head of the Chair of Distributed Systems at the Institute of Computer Science. The seminar will feature the following speakers:
- Age Poom, Head of Mobility Lab and Associate Professor in Urban Environment, University of Tartu, Department of Geography
- Taavi Tammiste, Co-Founder & CTO of Fyma
- Peeter Vassiljev, Lecturer in Social Geography, Estonian University of Life Sciences
- Naveed Muhammad, Associate Professor of Autonomous Driving, University of Tartu, Institute of Computer Science
- Andres Sevtšuk, Head of the City Design and Development Group and Associate Professor of Urban Science and Planning, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
This is a networking event; all participants are expected to attend in person.
Startup Embassy: Estonia’s Digital Playground
December 6, 5:30PM
Estonian Ambassador’s Residence in London
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Meet the Estonian government and startup leaders and find out how you can become a part of the digital playground yourself!
Get ready for an immersive experience at the “Startup Embassy: Estonia’s Digital Playground“.
The event will occur in the Estonian Ambassador’s Residence in London on December 6th, 2023, starting at 5:30 PM. Join us for an evening of innovation and entrepreneurial spirit as we delve into the vibrant world of Estonia’s startup scene.
In the heart of London, Startup Embassy invites you to uncover Estonia’s boundless potential and possibilities.
Whether you are a visionary entrepreneur looking to take your new startup to new heights while maintaining a high quality of life or a talent seeking an environment where your career can thrive, this event is for you.
You bring your dreams and vision; we will provide you with the insights and connections you need to make your dreams come true.
The people you’ll meet:
- Viljar Lubi, Estonian Ambassador to the United Kingdom
- Kaspar Korjus, co-founder of Pactum
Kaspar Korjus was the founding Managing Director of Estonia e-Residency from 2014-2019. He has assisted governments worldwide to become digital and borderless. In 2019, he co-founded Pactum, an AI-based tool for automating business negotiations. He is on the Forbes Estonia ’30 under 30′ number 1 in the Technology and Finance column. - Carlos Paniagua, co-founder of Glia
Carlos Paniagua is the co-founder and CTO of Glia, a leading digital customer service provider and Estonia’s 10th unicorn. Born in Guatemala, Carlos has spent a third of his life in Estonia, where he is also currently residing and running the technical team of Glia. The rest of the Glia team is based in the US. Carlos’s presence in Estonia proves that foreign investor’s role in the Estonian economy and society must not be underestimated. - Kristel Kruustük, co-founder of Testlio
Kristel Kruustük is the Founder and Board Director of Testlio. She is deeply passionate about software testing and entrepreneurship and is driven to make a meaningful impact in the tech industry. She is also a big advocate of finding harmony in one’s life and promotes diversity and female leadership in the startup ecosystem. - Taavi Kotka, founder of Koos
Estonia’s first Chief Information Officer, led the nation’s digital revolution in 2013. Pioneering ‘e-Estonia’ and innovative concepts, such as E-Residency, he earned acclaim as Ernst & Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year. Today, as CEO of KOOS, he continues shaping the digital landscape, enabling communities to share in the success of beloved companies through virtual shares. - Chris Shirley, Founder of Haus of Hiatus
Chris Shirley, a former Royal Marines officer and advisor to the BBC. He has been in Estonia for over a year and is on his second Estonian Digital Nomad visa. Travelled in over 60 countries, he is a fellow of the Royal Geographical Society, a Guinness World Record holder from across the Atlantic Ocean, and a Marathon des Sables finisher. ‘Haus of Hiatus’ is a digital studio that he founded. It designs and amplifies startups, scale-ups and special projects around the world.Come and meet the Estonian government, startup leaders and key players and dance to some funky Estonian music!
Agenda:
- 17:50 – 19:00 Panel discussion
- 19:00 – 21:00 Networking and music by Nöep
RSVP by 5th of December. Please note that we will send you a confirmation and details about the venue by 5th of December. You will need an ID to enter.
Have you thought of giving back with your skills but have no idea where to start from?
Do you have a few hours per month or week and want to use it to do good?
We got you. Come learn what professional volunteering is, why do it, and how to get started.
Andrus Purde (co-founder and CEO of Outfunnel) and Brett Astrid Vomma (Chief Design & Research Officer of Katana Cloud Inventory) will share their experiences on why they started using their skills for good and how they’ve done it while building a startup.
December 6th from 17:00 to 20:00
LIFT99 Main Hub event area
Limited spaces! Register today: https://lnkd.in/df3GQTCK
Latitude59 at Kenya. 20+ speakers & a Pitch Competition with Africa’s fast-rising startups
December 6th from 17:00 to 20:00
LIFT99 Main Hub event area
Limited spaces! Register today: https://lnkd.in/df3GQTCK
The program of L59 Kenya Edition.
The one-day program will present panel discussions on burning topics relevant to Kenya’s growth as an internationally recognized startup ecosystem & global player. We’ll dive into the latest in AgriTech, Sustainability, FinTech, Community Building, Education, and more. PS. Don’t miss the Pitch Competition to witness the rise of the region’s most promissing startups.
We’re residents of a Global Village. Why Kenya?
With 50 million people, loads of ambition and fast-growing tech-savviness, Kenya has a lot of potential to become the next up-and-coming startup country on the global radar. The goal of this pioneering Latitude59 Satellite event is to support the growth, impact, and global recognition of the local startup ecosystem, tech talent, and business environment.
Opening doors & uniting stakeholders. 700+ attendees, shaping the world as we know it.
Latitude59 Kenya Edition is a platform for local founders to find valuable connections, discuss innovation, and overcome obstacles with the support and know-how of the global community. We’ll build bridges & import the know-how of global industry experts to increase sustainability & competitiveness of the local market, workforce & business environment.
Future at the Edge of Europe
12-13th of December
Narva Vabalava, Linda 2, 20309 Narva
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Technology superstars will gather for two days in Ida-Virumaa for an event centered on new technologies and artificial intelligence. The event in Narva will bring together leading experts from around the world to discuss with startup founders, investors, and enthusiasts the future directions of innovative technologies and to find collaborative opportunities to foster the growth of the tech sector.
The largest technology event in Ida-Virumaa, W3N 2023, is one of Europe’s major conferences focusing on Web3 and artificial intelligence. It will bring hundreds of participants and dozens of speakers from around the world to Narva for two days.
Founders Live launches in Tallinn! 
13th of December, 19:00-21:30 EET
Palo Alto Club
Apply here 
https://lnkd.in/gpXruUnQ
Winners package includes:
For early-stage founders and entrepreneurs.
The Professional Boost membership with over $900,000 in cash savings on over 90+ essential apps and services for startups.
An appearance in the Founders Live Prime Time regional qualifiers, with a chance to advance to our Prime Time global eventInterested in pitching?
Audience decides the winner.
Enjoy networking, forming new partnerships with free snacks and drinksLimited seats – collect your free ticket here 
https://lnkd.in/dAFrPyM
