Organized byIE-Clubthe “Global 60” is an event of which Syntec Numérique is a partner, designed to detect and promote innovative start-ups and SMEs with the potential to become international leaders.
If your company is part of one of the following 3 environments, apply for this 6th edition of the Global 60:
- Innovative technologies & Enablers: IOT technologies, software, hardware, home automation, robotics, artificial intelligence, blockchain and, in general, “services / enabler technologies”;
- Web Applications & Services: innovative e-commerce, e-media, e-intermediation and service companies that use the Internet as a privileged channel;
- Climate & Cleantech: innovative companies in the renewable energies, water and air recovery, energy IT, energy efficiency, smart cities, social economy and new modes of transport sectors.
The companies rewarded in this competition will be able to take part in the IE-Club’s press relations campaign and benefit from 6 months’ membership.
The call for applications is open until 09/01/2020 at midnight.
The IE-Club Global 60 call for applications invited startups to seek recognition and international visibility. Initiatives of this kind can help young firms tell a convincing story about their markets, differentiation and growth strategy.
A startup’s development involves more than an initial concept. Teams need evidence that customers value the proposed solution, a sustainable route to market and the ability to deliver consistently. Entrepreneurship initiatives can provide useful exposure to mentors, corporate partners and fellow founders.
A credible application usually requires a concise pitch, evidence of customer interest and a realistic international strategy. Even when an application period is closed, the preparation provides lessons for founders: distinguish ambition from traction, explain competitive advantages and understand the needs of foreign customers.
Pitch competitions, calls for projects and networking programmes can help businesses articulate their differentiation. Preparing to participate often means clarifying the customer problem, showing realistic traction and describing the next development step. Selection or an award is one milestone rather than a guarantee of growth.
