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Sesame Summit 2027
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A New Era in Non-Alcoholic Beverages with ALCHEMICO
3 min

A New Era in Non-Alcoholic Beverages with ALCHEMICO

ALCHEMICO is changing a shift in the beverage industry with its range of natural tonic waters and mixers. Based in Romania, this brand combines organic ingredients, refined flavors, and a…

Daria Skrypnik · 11 Nov 2024
A Fresh Take on Tea with FJT’s Fresh Juice-Infused Tea Innovation
2 min

A Fresh Take on Tea with FJT’s Fresh Juice-Infused Tea Innovation

FJT is changing the tea industry with its unique fresh juice-infused tea blends, a bold innovation that infuses tea leaves directly with fresh fruit juices. Unlike traditional fruit-flavored teas that…

Daria Skrypnik · 11 Nov 2024
Sustainable Packaging discovered at ALL4PACK 2024
2 min

Sustainable Packaging discovered at ALL4PACK 2024

Sesamers attended the ALL4PACK event in Paris, where we explored cutting-edge solutions transforming the packaging industry. From eco-friendly materials to advanced digital tools, these startups are reshaping packaging for the…

Sandra Lafargue · 6 Nov 2024
Italy’s plant-based market : a growing opportunity
3 min

Italy’s plant-based market : a growing opportunity

Italy’s plant-based market is booming, with consumer demand for sustainable, plant-based foods driving record growth. In 2023, retail sales reached €641 million, reflecting a significant 16.1% increase since 2021. Felippe…

Sandra Lafargue · 6 Nov 2024
Icelandic startup Knittable has a chance to become the New Nordics Grand Champion during Slush 2024
5 min

Icelandic startup Knittable has a chance to become the New Nordics Grand Champion during Slush 2024

Knittable, a startup that unlocks the creativity of knitters, won the regional final of the New Nordics Pitch Competition in Reykjavik during Iceland Innovation Week and will represent its country…

Anna Heim · 5 Nov 2024
Top Tips for Food Trade Show Success: Insights from SIAL Paris 2024 Startup Exhibitors
2 min

Top Tips for Food Trade Show Success: Insights from SIAL Paris 2024 Startup Exhibitors

If you’re considering exhibiting at a future trade show, the insights shared by exhibitors at SIAL Paris 2024 can be incredibly valuable. They offer their advice based on their overall…

Sandra Lafargue · 4 Nov 2024
Unlocking Climate Tech Success: Top Tips from Impact Investor Linn-Cecilie Linnemann
4 min

Unlocking Climate Tech Success: Top Tips from Impact Investor Linn-Cecilie Linnemann

In this episode, Linn-Cecilie’s journey and insights on impact investing in climate tech showcase the unique role venture capital can play in driving real change. By focusing on intentionality, collaboration,…

Ben Costantini · 4 Nov 2024
Inside Norway’s Startup Boom: Insights from Skyfall Ventures at Oslo Innovation Week
3 min

Inside Norway’s Startup Boom: Insights from Skyfall Ventures at Oslo Innovation Week

In this episode, Cecilie Skjong from Skyfall Ventures explores the Norwegian startup ecosystem, sharing her insights on early-stage investments, team dynamics, and the growing interest in Nordic tech innovation during…

Ben Costantini · 29 Oct 2024
Top Startup Innovations from World Summit AI 2024: Highlights & Key Trends
3 min

Top Startup Innovations from World Summit AI 2024: Highlights & Key Trends

This year’s World Summit AI (WSAI) not only set the stage for global thought leaders to discuss the most pertinent subjects in industry right now, but it also served as…

Emer Butler · 28 Oct 2024
Björn Lapakko’s Startup Journey: Lessons in Innovation, Community Building, and Adapting to Change
3 min

Björn Lapakko’s Startup Journey: Lessons in Innovation, Community Building, and Adapting to Change

In this episode, Björn Lapakko shares his experience navigating the startup ecosystem from the U.S. to the Nordics. He delves into his passion for building communities, the lessons learned from…

Ben Costantini · 23 Oct 2024
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