Just got back from Viva Technology in Paris – and still buzzing from all the energy, diversity and innovation 🚀
The atmosphere was electric – innovation wasn’t just a buzzword, it was everywhere.
One of the most exciting aspects was the international mix:
different countries showcasing their startup ecosystems
and during the pitch battles, a chance to discover a wide range of business models
many shaped by local context, yet with global ambition.
There were also some powerful moments on stage:
Gerard Piqué Bernabéu shared how he’s reinventing football for a younger, digital-native audience with the Kings League – blending sports and streaming into a fresh business model.
Cliff Obrecht, Co-Founder of Canva, offered honest reflections and key lessons from a decade of hypergrowth.
And at the Meta booth, a standout talk explored how brand building needs to evolve in today’s fragmented digital world.
I’m bringing home lots of fresh ideas – for our work at START Hamburg and for supporting the next generation of founders.
#VivaTech #StartupEcosystem #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #STARTHamburg
