INVESTORS, ACCELERATORS & STARTUP HUBS

Participate in our
Investors Program

Network with other global organizations and innovation players trailblazing startup growth.

The Investors Program is set to connect you with bold, emerging names and solutions disrupting the urban development sector.

Identify relevant deal flow to grow your portfolio. Enjoy networking opportunities with other investors, startups and governments. Find co-investment opportunities and collaboration prospects. Get access to market intelligence, exposure to impact investing and sustainability initiatives, insights into policies and regulations.  

The Investors Program is part of our brand-new Innovation Playground, a comprehensive program to boost awareness, networking, funding and learning within the global innovation ecosystem.

WHY APPLY TO THE INVESTORS PROGRAM?
4 REASONS TO TAKE THIS STEP

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Identify relevant deal-flow and spot your next big thing

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Make valuable connections and schedule meetings with selected startups

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Meet your fellow investors and collaborate on investment projects

Position your organization as a leading urban innovation booster

HOW CAN YOU TAKE PART IN THE INVESTORS PROGRAM?

1.

Get your Investor Pass. A new, premium ticket to make the most of the event.

2.

Fill out this form. It will be key to provide a smooth service and ensure you have the best experience possible. Please fill the form before October, 1st.

3.

Gain full access. Enjoy exclusive, targeted benefits during your experience
  • 3-day access to the whole conference & expo program.
  • Invitation to the Investors & Founders Networking Activity
  • Access to the Startup List and Pitch Deck Compilation
  • Access to the Investors & Founders Lounge and Networking Area
  • Access to Investors Program Agenda (specific sessions & activities for investors and startups)
  • Access to the B2B Networking Tool
  • Priority in booking a private meeting room (rental price not included)

AN EXTENSIVE PROGRAM
PROVIDING VALUE TO ALL PLAYERS


The Innovation Playground will bring together a wide range of public and private agents from the urban innovation ecosystem. This space and program is addressed to:
S m a r t     C i t y   E x p o   W o r l d   C o n g r e s s 2 0 2 4  

LOOKING FOR A BIGGER PARTICIPATION?

If you want to make a greater impact with the global urban innovation ecosystem attending the event, we offer special sponsorship deals to boost your presence
and position your brand as a driving force for change within the industry.

THE INNOVATION PLAYGROUND
AN AMBITIOUS, CREATIVE INITIATIVE AT THE HEART OF THE EVENT

Building on the success of our 2023 Innovation Area, the new Innovation Playground is a carefully designed space connecting the main players of the global innovation ecosystem: startups, investors, governments, corporations, universities, and research centers.

Combining talks, exhibiting startups and immersive demos, the Innovation Playground is set to accelerate the implementation of solutions that might disrupt the smart city market. How will it do so?

01_ Strengthening connections between the innovation ecosystem members.
02_ Attracting international talent, and providing links with targeted investment players.
03_ Promoting people-focused innovation, leveraging the great entrepreneurial capacity of cities and regions.
04_ Building a more diverse innovation network, supporting women-led entrepreneurship.

LET US KNOW WHAT
INTERESTS YOU

And download our 2023 Event Report! We’ll keep you posted with the most relevant info on the event.