How can New Nordics move from strong national ecosystems to a truly integrated startup region – and why does Europe need this now?

​Join Team Sweden Tech and Startup Estonia for an exclusive side-event showcasing top deep tech startups from the Nordic–Baltic region.

Expect 1-minute pitches, curated networking, and a panel discussion on how the New Nordics can evolve into a more integrated startup region and why it matters for Europe. Connect with founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders to spark partnerships and investment opportunities.

​Agenda

​18:00 – Doors Open, Mingle & Networking

​18:15 – Welcome

• ​Paul Teesalu, Ambassador, Embassy of Estonia in The Hague

• ​Petra Zachrisson Beets, CEO, Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the Netherlands

​18:25 – Strategic Technologies and Deep Tech
Frédéric Pillot, Programme Manager, Vinnova

​18:30 – E-Residency
Raimo Matvere, Head of Partnerships, e-Residency, Republic of Estonia

​18:35 – Startup Pitch Session #1
Moderated by Elijah Aldana, Ignite Nordics

​19:00 – Panel Discussion
How Can the New Nordics Move from Strong National Ecosystems to an Integrated Startup Region – and Why Does Europe Need This Now?

• ​Anna Bergstrand, Deep Tech Lead, Ecosystems for Innovative Companies, Vinnova

• ​Liisi Kirch, Head of Startup Development, Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications of Estonia

• ​Jaana Rantanen, Chief Innovation Advisor, Business Finland

• ​Till Moldenhauer, Chief of Staff, SprinD

• ​Ellinor Bokedal, Policy Director & Ecosystem Developer, Swedish Incubators & Science Parks, Sweden Startup Nation

​19:30 – Startup Pitch Session #2
Moderated by Elijah Aldana, Ignite Nordics

​20:00 – Mingle & Networking