Stéphane Paillard
Covering European fundraising, first-time fund managers, and the founders behind the rounds. Previously built event and community products across the French tech ecosystem; now runs Sesamers and hosts the Sesame Summit.
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VivaTech 2026: A decade of innovation set to culminate in a record-breaking anniversary edition
At Sesamers, we’re always looking to be the first to learn about the latest trends in the startup and tech events space. That’s why…
IFA 2025: A deep dive into Europe’s premier consumer tech startup showcase
Walking through the sprawling halls of IFA Berlin 2025, it’s immediately clear that this isn’t just another trade show. This year’s edition solidified IFA…
The ultimate venture capitalist’s guide to field marketing
The best-performing venture capital portfolios have a secret weapon that most VCs completely overlook: strategic field marketing support.
BIND Demo Day: The best of Basque innovation
BIND, the Basque Open Innovation Platform, is gearing up for its Demo Day 2025.
The definitive founder’s guide to event strategy
Here’s a guide to spending the correct amount of time and money on events as a founder.
Events are sleeping on podcasts: Why your next event needs a podcast hub
Podcasts are not a passing trend, and this evolution presents an opportunity for the event media space.
Why hasn’t Europe produced its own Y Combinator?
Europe still doesn’t have an answer to powerhouses like Y Combinator, but there are silver linings.
Top PR Agencies for Startups In Europe
Explore the top 10 PR agencies in Europe for startups, specializing in brand visibility, investor attraction, and reputation growth.
VivaTech 2024 Recap: Highlighting AI, Sustainability, and Global Tech Innovations
VivaTech 2024, held from May 22 to May 25 at Paris Porte de Versailles, has again proven to be a global epicenter for tech…
Getting Back in the Game
Betting on Barcelona this year? Find out what 4YFN Strategy & Innovation Senior Manager Noaa Barak is planning with her team for this year’s…