Post Event Testimonials

"It was a great pleasure and honour to welcome the Tech Tour Deeptech Growth at imec, Europe’s semiconductor innovation powerhouse. The attendance at the event was truly outstanding with the cream of the European Deeptech Ecosystem present. The spirit, the energy and the level of engagement were fantastic too with the unique feeling of a large family driven to make a difference in the European venturing landscape."

Olivier Rousseaux, Director Venture Development – IMEC

"Tech Tour Growth Deeptech confirms to be the best event for investors interested to meet the most exciting European deeptech companies. The quality of the companies presenting was outstanding and the community of financial and strategic investors was vibrant. Silverpeak is delighted to sponsor this event and thankful to the Tech Tour team for their work."

Pietro Strada, Managing Partner – Silverpeak

"The Tech Tour Growth Deeptech event in Leuven was a showcase of outstanding innovation, which included a stellar lineup of startups and investors within a hub of unique networking opportunities. The dedication and valuable insights from the 45 presenting companies and notable speakers gave us all an exceptional environment to make new friends and ignite new impactful opportunities. William, Natalia, Iva, Denitsa, and the team are triple-A at what they do. If you get an opportunity to lean in, do so. You'll not regret it." 

Carson Bradbury, Director EU Chips Act & Co-Founder Siemens Cre8Ventures Initiative

"The Growth Deeptech event at imec in Leuven demonstrated once again the special value of Tech Tour events. A great selection of really relevant deeptech startups, experienced deeptech VCs and corporate investors, no tourists. We will be back next year!"

Robert Gallenberger, Managing Partner – Materwave Ventures

"The Tech Tour Deep Tech event has grown over the last six years to be the number one European event for the sector. I think there were nearly 200 investors and start-up CEOs in Leuven, demonstrating how important the event has become. What makes it so good? The investors introduce potential companies into the review process, so all companies have already been screened, ensuring the high quality of entries. Great work by the Tech Tour team managing the event."

Paul Gillespie, Managing Director – Sheffield Haworth

"The Tech Tour Growth Deep Tech Event in Leuven was a great opportunity for imec and imec.xpand to host such a distinguished selection of founders, fellow investors and industry experts. Our special thanks to the Tech Tour Team for the flawless organisation."

Michael Engelmann, Principal Investment Manager – imec.XPAND

"The Tech Tour Growth Deeptech event in Leuven gave impressive insights into the IMEC as a strong partner for startups. The presentations of a top-notch selection of companies and the presence of excellent Deeptech investors are established as a platform. Tech Tour developed this platform to a “must have” in the VC scene. In any case worth to reserve the time and do it again at the next Growth Deeptech event."

Dieter Kraft, Managing Director – Trumpf Venture

"It is known that European universities and companies are among the world leaders in the field of deeptech innovation. Tech Tour Deeptech Summit provides a unique opportunity for venture capitalists to find a common platform with innovators and scientists to build unique businesses."

Alexander Galitsky, Managing Director – Almaz Capital

"An incredible experience at Tech Tour Growth Deeptech 2024! It was an honor to meet with the Tech Tour community. A heartfelt thanks to all who contributed to making this event a success. The future of tech is looking brighter than ever."

Nils Granath, Senior Investment Director – Swisscanto Private Equity

"Once again, the standard of companies pitching at Tech Tour Growth Deeptech in Leuven was extremely high. It was fantastic to see such a broad range of companies at the event and the opportunity to meet with so many like-minded individuals who love Deep Tech is unmatched. I would recommend any deep tech company or investor to make it their goal to attend the next edition of the event."

Senan O'Mahony, Investment Manager – Atlantic Bridge

"As always, the Tech Tour managed to gather an interesting selection of (curated) deeptech companies from all over Europe. On top, the event was a great opportunity to efficiently meet with financial and corporate investors and share views and insights."

Steven Levecke, Partner – Capricorn Partners

"Great event and a great organization. Bringing together properly selected startups with an investor community and innovative companies, adding excellent content and success stories made the event unique and valuable. It also is an excellent chance for networking with people with similar interests." 

Branislav Vujovic, Founder & President – New Frontier Group

"The annual Tech Tour Growth Deeptech event at IMEC continues to stand out as one of the very best get together of European deeptech founders, investors, and advisors. It’s the place where the players meet and connect."

Roland Dennert, Managing Partner – Cipio Partners

"It was great to discuss with top-notch startups and investors in Leuven at TechTour Growth Deep Tech. Very insightful event and organized perfectly! Thanks!"

Olaf Joeressen, Senior Investment Manager – High-Tech Gruenderfonds

"The event was very inspiring and I was amazed by the vitality and the passion from each of the startups. This is a must event for people in the deeptech ecosystem."

Naotaka Mukoyama, Senior Manager Tech Scouting – JX Metals Corporation 

"Excellent company selection! Inspiring presentations and speeches as usual. Amazing organization and time very well spent."

Joerg Sperling, Advisor & Consultant Europe and Israel – Micron Ventures

"Tech Tour Growth Deep Tech, an ideal place to meet at a human scale sector focused entrepreneurs and investors."

Vincent Hebbelynck, Business Manager ICT & Technology – PMV

"Congratulations for the great Tech Tour Deeptech event and thanks a lot for the excellent organisation. It was a very good event to get to know interesting start-ups and for networking with other investors."

Antje Lange-Stalinski, Investment Professional – Trumpf Venture

"Meeting disruptive companies and peer investors in a very inspiring location (imec) makes it an unique event for me to attend."

Samir Ahmad, Investment Principal – Deeptech Equity NL

"Thanks again to the Tech Tour team for your great support and another very successful event."

Torsten Wipiejewski, Business Development Manager – Huawei Technologies

"High quality startups, relevant peer VCs, tasty dinner – Tech Tour Deeptech has it all."

Michal Natora, Investment Director – Emerald Technology Partners

"It was so interesting event in Leuven. I’m looking forward to hearing from you, and seeing next event soon."

Kotaro Kodama, Senior Open Innovation Manager – AGC Inc

"Great entrepreneurs and investors, ideal size, and the right setting made the Tech Tour Growth Deeptech a very valuable event."

Tobias Graf, VC Investments - Hitachi Ventures

"I can only recommend attending Techtour Growth Deeptech. The density of preselected deeptech startups and investors is unmatched."

Romeo Buetler, Principal – Verve Ventures

"Attending the Tech Tour Growth Deeptech event was a great experience. I connected with innovative startups from across Europe and engaged with fellow deep tech investors. It was great to see such a diverse international audience come together in Leuven, where Capricorn Partners is based. The quality of the startups was impressive, and I made valuable connections that I'm excited to build on for the edition."

Simon Wouters, Investment Associate – Capricorn Partners

"A great event and one of the few focusing on deep tech at the growth stage. I very much enjoyed exchanging ideas and learning from a fantastic selection of companies, experienced entrepreneurs, and industry experts."

Alexander Regnat, Managing Director & Co-Founder - kiutra

"Thank you for hosting such a dynamic and insightful event at the Tech Tour Growth Deeptech 2024. The assembly of visionary companies and groundbreaking technologies was truly remarkable. The Tech Tour provided a unique platform for deep-tech leaders to connect and share pioneering solutions that are shaping the future. The collaborative environment and the high calibre of presentations were particularly impactful for everyone involved."

Maksym Plakhotnyuk, Founder & CEO - Atlant 3D

"Tech Tour is an essential matchmaker for the European (deep)tech ecosystem: it brings together a long-standing, committed community of quality investors and entrepreneurs in a trusted atmosphere."

Dominique Merget, CEO – Ecorobotix

"Thank you for the superbly organized event! The razor-sharp focus on deep tech is so helpful in finding common interests among all of us."

Tomas Sluka, CEO & Co-Founder – CREAL

"The Tech Tour at IMEC in Leuven was really a one-of-a-kind event. I attended a lot of deep tech startup conferences and networking events but nowhere the density of experts was so high as in Leuven. There was a clear understanding about trends in the semiconductor industry. For us, the German-based startup Anabrid, this was a great possibility to make many new valuable contacts."

Sven Koeppel, CEO - Anabrid

"The event was very well organized and had many interesting contacts and meetings."

Ruben Lieten, Director Process Technology – Spectricity

"The event was great with lots of interesting speakers and time to mingle informally."

Charles Mander, Impact CFO – Axelera AI

"The insights from keynote speakers and deep discussions with investors and innovation leads make Tech Tour a must attend in the calendar. The format makes detailed discussions possible and the location at IMEC was a perfect venue."

Jason Lynch, CEO – Equal 1 Laboratories