As (co)founder of a deep tech start-up, you’re driven by transforming groundbreaking technologies into a scalable businesses. This requires more than just a great idea. It demands strategic foresight, the right partnerships, and a deep understanding of the complex landscape of growth and investment.
The ‘Scaling with Impact’-track is specifically designed to equip founders with the skills necessary for navigating interactions with initial and follow-on investors, negotiating future-proof deal terms, managing boards effectively, reporting to shareholders, and taking up leadership responsibilities.
Let’s take your start-up to the next level by:
→ Setting an entrepreneurial growth strategy based on realistic financial data;
→ Gaining a sharp, clear understanding of your business’s valuation, the capital needed for growth, legal considerations, and key negotiation tactics;
→ Building strong, sustainable relationships with your Board and other stakeholders through constructive dialogue;
→ Developing and evolving your own leadership role to effectively lead at the C-level.
Each start-up is allocated 2 spots, and you can alternate the second participant based on the topic. Don't miss this opportunity to take your business to the next level.
Throughout this track, you will engage with real-world case studies, hands-on exercises, and expert-led discussions. You will be equipped with practical tools, methodologies, and best practices that you can immediately apply to your business. This track is about empowering you to lead your start-up through its next phase of growth with confidence and clarity. We focus on:
"To be growth ready, you must first identify your key growth challenges and start from a strong and ambitious company’s mission and vision. This foundation will set the stage for developing a robust growth strategy, enriched by insights from industry leaders in the program who have achieved successful scaling."
Robin De Cock, PhD
"Becoming investor ready requires mastering financial management and understanding investor dynamics. From valuation methods to the nuances of term sheets, our goal is to equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to confidently pitch to investors and manage expectations."
Axel Funhoff
Not sure if this course is the best choice for you? Or are you interested to join as a partner?
Feel free to schedule a no-obligation consultation or contact me via email/phone.
Pieter Allers
Program Director
Email: pieter.allers@ams.ac.be
Phone: +32 3 265 87 35
Boogkeers 5
2000 Antwerp
Belgium
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