PANEL: 10 Lessons from Top Investors
10 Lessons from Top Investors
10 September | 10:30-11:00
Main Stage, Tech Open, Stockholm
What separates the startups that become category leaders from those that never quite break through?
Join three of the Nordics' leading venture investors as they share the lessons they've learned from backing hundreds of founders, evaluating thousands of pitches, and investing in some of Europe's fastest-growing technology companies.
From spotting exceptional founders to identifying the mistakes that repeatedly hold startups back, this conversation offers a rare look inside how experienced investors think—and what every founder should know before building and raising capital.
What we'll discuss
Together, we'll explore:
The qualities the best founders consistently share
The biggest fundraising mistakes startups make
What separates great companies from good ones
The trends investors are most excited about today
Lessons from companies that exceeded expectations—and those that didn't
Advice every founder should hear earlier in their journey
Expect an honest conversation filled with practical insights, real investment stories, and actionable advice from investors who have backed some of Europe's most successful startups.
Who should attend?
This panel is ideal for:
Founders
Aspiring entrepreneurs
Startup teams
Investors
Students
Anyone interested in startups, venture capital, and company building
What you'll gain
You'll leave with:
Practical lessons from leading Nordic investors
A better understanding of what investors look for in founders
Insights into today's fundraising landscape
Actionable advice you can apply to your own startup journey
Moderator
Maria Lindholm (CEO, Wellstreet)
Speakers
Sophia Bendz (Partner, Cherry Ventures)
Filip Mark (Partner, Creandum)
Rebecka Löthman Rydå (Investor, Norrsken VC)
This panel is part of Tech Open, the free open-air tech conference taking place during Nordic Tech Week in the heart of Stockholm.