Selection Process
Day 1: (27 September 2010)
Venture Academy
- Each selected company has to complete a 2-page Company Profile Sheet (CPS)
- Based on the profile provided (and on additional requested information if needed) the Advisory Board will select the best 20 candidates
Day 2: (28 September 2010)
Investment Forum
- Companies which have participated at the Venture Academy are given priority to pitch in front of investors
- The Advisory Board has the final say on the selection process
The selection process will be based on the following categories:
- Business potential - The potential market of customers for the presented product is attractive and the business model is strong
- Team experience - Company team has skills and experience to grow the business and is able/willing to work with industry & research
- Product / Technology merit - Technology or product solutions developed are state-of-the-art and well advanced compared to the competitors
- Competitive position - The intellectual property of the company and its competences and strategic relations are outstanding
- Investment or partnering interest - The demand/offer to invest in or partner with the company is well defined and potentially attractive for partners
- Project profile quality - Information available from company profile sheet is complete, clear, balanced and convincing
The rating system will be from 0 = minimum to 10 = maximum.
To apply as a Presenting Company, you should now:
o Register for the event on our website
o Fill out your online profile completely
