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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Photoncycle Raises €15M to Scale Seasonal Hydrogen Energy Storage Across Europe
Europe’s residential energy landscape is undergoing a fundamental transformation as households seek alternatives to volatile grid prices and fossil fuel dependence. At the heart…
Rivia raises €13M to bring agentic AI to clinical trials
The application of AI in clinical trials is rapidly reshaping the pharmaceutical development landscape, as biotech companies and contract research organisations grapple with spiralling…
Maximize Your Leads and Product Feedback During the Launch at Specialized B2B Events
You’ve secured booth space at a specialized B2B event for your product launch. Now what? Most founders waste this opportunity with generic tactics that…
Leverage Your Fundraising to Attract International Distributors and Investors in the Foodtech Sector
In the competitive foodtech landscape, a successful funding round offers far more than capital—it creates momentum that can unlock international distribution partnerships and attract…
Generate Early Adopters for Your Product at Specialized B2B Events
Finding your first customers is one of the most challenging phases of building a B2B product. While digital marketing can create awareness, specialized B2B…
Boost the Credibility of Your Fundraising in the Tech Ecosystem Through B2B Events
For tech startups seeking investment, credibility is currency. Tech fundraising credibility B2B events have emerged as critical platforms where founders can demonstrate traction, build…
Turn your fundraising into visibility and opportunities in the US through B2B events
Congratulations—you’ve just closed your seed or Series A round. Now comes the crucial question: how do you transform that capital injection into market momentum?…
How Tech Events and Trade Shows Can Propel Your Product Launch to Media and Prospects in the US
Launching a new technology product in today’s crowded market requires more than digital campaigns. B2B tech events product launch strategies have become essential for…
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.