​Is Stockholm Europe’s Silicon Valley?

​11 September | 13:00-13:30
Main Stage, Tech Open, Stockholm

​Can Stockholm become Europe’s undisputed tech capital?

​Stockholm has produced some of Europe’s most successful technology companies, built a strong startup ecosystem, and attracted founders, investors, and talent from around the world.

​But what would it take for the city to go from being one of Europe’s leading tech hubs to becoming its defining one?

​Join Staffan Ingvarsson, Lisa Ericsson, and Tobias Bengtsdahl for a conversation about what Stockholm gets right, where the ecosystem still falls short, and what needs to happen next for the city to compete with the world’s strongest technology hubs.

​What we’ll discuss

​Together, we’ll explore:

• ​What makes Stockholm one of Europe’s strongest startup ecosystems

• ​Why the city has produced so many globally successful technology companies

• ​What Stockholm can learn from Silicon Valley and other leading tech hubs

• ​Where the ecosystem still has gaps in capital, talent, and scale

• ​The role of universities, investors, government, and corporates in strengthening the ecosystem

• ​How Stockholm can attract and retain more international founders and talent

• ​What needs to happen for Stockholm to lead the next generation of European technology companies

​Expect a candid conversation about Stockholm’s strengths, its blind spots, and what it will take to build an even more globally competitive technology ecosystem.

​Who should attend?

​This panel is ideal for:

• ​Founders and entrepreneurs

• ​Investors

• ​Startup and scaleup teams

• ​Ecosystem and community leaders

• ​Corporate innovation leaders

• ​Policymakers and public-sector leaders

• ​Students and researchers

• ​Anyone interested in Stockholm’s role in the global technology ecosystem

​What you’ll gain

​You’ll leave with:

• ​A clearer understanding of Stockholm’s position among Europe’s leading tech hubs

• ​Insights into what makes successful startup ecosystems thrive

• ​Perspectives on the biggest opportunities and challenges facing Stockholm

• ​A better understanding of what founders, investors, universities, and policymakers can do to strengthen the ecosystem

​Moderator

​Maria Lindholm (Wellstreet)

​Speakers

• ​Staffan Ingvarsson (Stockholm Business Region)

• ​Rebecka Storm (Modal)

• ​Lisa Ericsson (KTH Innovation)

• ​Tobias Bengtsdahl (Antler)

​This panel is part of Tech Open, the free open-air tech conference taking place during Nordic Tech Week in the heart of Stockholm.