The European Innovation Council (EIC) is inviting EIC beneficiaries to join the next EIC ePitching on Software as a Service (SaaS) to take place online on 27 April. The selected EIC-backed companies will have the opportunity to pitch to a jury of top-level European investors, such as Balderton Capital, Caixa Capital Risc, eCapital, Elaia Partners, Experior Venture Fund, High-Tech Gründerfonds, Inventure, Iris Capital, Matterwave Ventures, NGP Capital, Octopus Ventures, Partech Partners, Point Nine Capital, Redalpine, Robert Bosch Venture Capital GmbH and Target Global.
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Deadline: 22 March
Software as a Service (SaaS) is the largest segment of the Public Cloud market, comprising more than half of the total market size. Revenue in the Software as a Service segment is projected to reach US$61.04bn in 2023, with an annual growth rate of 9.20%. Europe’s need for SaaS services is driven by both a great skills shortage and the need for digital transformation. More than ever, companies are looking for ways to become more accessible and diverse in their offer of software solutions.
The EIC ePitching on SaaS on 27 April will gather some of the most qualified European investors looking for ground-breaking Software as a Service solutions. EIC beneficiaries will get to pitch their innovations, with the added benefit of receiving exclusive training and the possibility of being invited for one-to-one meetings and follow-up.
What’s in it for you?
The selected EIC beneficiaries will receive exclusive pitching training and increase their visibility with European investors, as well as other EIC innovators.
Don’t miss your chance to:
- Pitch your solution to top European VCs
- Receive one-to-one meeting requests from investors
- Benefit from top-tier coaching sessions
When?
27 April 2023, from 13:00 to 17:00 (CET).
Where?
Online. Selected beneficiaries will receive a zoom link to join the session.
Who can apply?
The EIC companies selected for/having received the investment component and which are working on innovative solutions in the transport and mobility sectors. The eligible companies are:
- H2020 EIC Accelerator Pilot blended finance companies, which have received the grant and investment component;
- EIC Accelerator Horizon Europe companies selected for grant first, blended finance or investment only.
How can you be selected?
In order to qualify for selection, you must complete the application form. Please note that your profile will be shared with the event jury, which will base their selection according to the information you submitted, as well as their investment preferences. Any information you submit is also liable to be shared in an upcoming call for investors, as well as an event brochure.
If you have any objections to the use of your information or any questions regarding the event, please contact us through the email events@eicfund.eu.
Why is the EIC organizing this ePitching?
This opportunity is brought to you by the EIC Ecosystem Partnerships and Co-Investment Support Programme, which is expanding the EIC’s Business Acceleration Services (BAS). The programme includes a component to promote co-investment along with the EIC Fund, by preparing beneficiaries to interact with investors and connecting them through matchmaking and dedicated events. It is also supporting EIC innovators by creating a network of specialized, sector-focused EIC Partners to help them access the services they need.
DISCLAIMER: This information is provided in the interest of knowledge sharing and should not be interpreted as the official view of the European Commission, or any other organisation.