Unicorn Academy by Danish Tech Startups
Unicorn Academy is coming to SMIL!
Unicorn Academy brings together the next generation of unicorn builders with founders and leaders who have already scaled companies to global success.
In this special 1-hour closed-door session at Aarhus SMIL, Danish startup founders will gain firsthand insights through open conversation and Q&A on the realities of scaling, from fundraising and leadership to international expansion.
Program:
What does it really take to scale a European tech company from Aarhus?
Jakob Lilholm, co-founder of Formalize, has been on that journey. From early days to a €30M raise and international expansion, he has experienced the shifts that come with growing beyond startup stage.
At Unicorn Academy, he shares the story behind the growth, the decisions that mattered, and what scaling actually looks like in practice.
15:30: Welcome to Unicorn Academy by DTS.
15:35: Jakob’s journey of scaling a European tech company
16:30: After Hour drinks, snacks and music outside (or inside if the weather demands it).
17:30: Dinner (the Unicorn Academy venue is located right next to the dinner spot).
A special thank you to our partners, PwC Danmark and Danske Growth, whose support makes Unicorn Academy possible and helps strengthen Denmark’s next generation of scaling companies.
Who is DTS?
Danish Tech Startups (DTS) is Denmark’s largest tech startup community, working to build a better tomorrow with Danish startups and founders. The community connects founders, investors, and industry leaders who are shaping the future of technology.
A throwback - Unicorn Academy at SMIL last year: