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Following the success of the first three webinars and the inaugural Online Pitch Competition, the event series Connecting the Dots of Today, Building the Future of Tomorrow returns with renewed momentum, aiming to strengthen the Greek entrepreneurial ecosystem by connecting innovative ideas with investment capital and international markets.

Upcoming Events Schedule

• May 29, 18:00 – Webcast #4: Valuation & Value | How to accurately assess the value of your intellectual property, innovation, or business.
• June 18, 18:00 – Webcast #5: Governance, Boards, ESG Principles & Funding Tools for Technology Validation (TRL 4–6)
• June 25 – Deadline for proposal submission for Demo Day Round 2
• July 8, 16:00 – Demo Day Round 2 | Selected businesses present to an international investment audience
• September 3, 18:00 – Webcast #6: KPI Portfolio Management
• September 17, 18:00 – Webcast #7: Growth Models, Hypergrowth or Sustainable Growth
• September 21 – Deadline for proposal submission for Demo Day Round 3
• September 29, 16:00 – Demo Day Round 3 | Selected businesses present to an international investment audience
• November 14 – Brookstreet Open House | In-person networking and presentation event in London with the participation of the pitching competition winners

To participate in the Demo Days, you can submit your pitch deck here.

Who Should Attend

This event series targets stakeholders and professionals active in the fields of innovation, business development, and investment, offering practical insights and strategic tools for effectively managing innovation and preparing investment-ready proposals.

• Startups and growing businesses seeking strategic funding and global networking opportunities.
• Researchers and innovative companies aiming to bring technology to market.
• Professionals interested in understanding current investment trends and capital management.
• Ambitious entrepreneurs looking to sharpen their pitching skills.

Webcast #5: Governance, Boards, ESG Principles & Funding Tools for Technology Validation (TRL 4–6)

The PRAXI x Brookstreet webinar series continues with its 5th event, titled “Governance, Boards, ESG Principles & Funding Tools for Technology Validation (TRL 4–6)”, which will take place on Wednesday, June 18 at 18:00 EEST. The webinar will address two critical areas for modern innovative businesses: corporate governance, board structure and ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) principles, as well as available funding tools for technology validation and maturation (TRL 4–6).

Title: Governance, Boards, ESG Principles & Funding Tools for Technology Validation (TRL 4–6)

• Natalia Bolou, Sustainability Leader at Brookstreet Equity Partners LLP, will deliver a presentation titled “Governance, Boards & ESG Principles,” focusing on the role of corporate governance in shaping and implementing sustainability strategies, and highlighting how integrating ESG principles can enhance investor confidence.
• Dr. Maria-Christina Cheimonidi and Vasiliki Kalodimou, National Contact Points for the EU Framework Programme for Research and Innovation “Horizon Europe” from the PRAXI Network/FORTH, will deliver a presentation titled: “Funding tools for technology validation (TRL 4–6)”, showcasing key funding opportunities offered by the programme to support innovative companies and research teams working on technology development and maturation.
• Live Q&A Session: At the end of the webinar, participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and receive insights directly from the experts.

Date: Wednesday, June 18
Time: 18:00
Location: Online
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/X9YE8dW3Qmii0Dxhm0aPqw

Why Participate

Attending the PRAXI x Brookstreet event series offers a unique opportunity to:

• Network with leading investors
• Gain valuable insights from seasoned industry professionals
• Showcase your vision and innovative ideas to the right audience
• Leverage a unique opportunity for funding and growth

In the previous webinars of the series Connecting the Dots of Today, Building the Future of Tomorrow, participants had the opportunity to explore:

1st Webinar – January 15, 2025Demystifying Financial Sponsors: Venture Capital, Private Equity, and Beyond
Strategies of investment funds and practical approaches to securing private financing were presented.
Presentation available here

2nd Webinar – February 12, 2025
Mastering the Pitch: Crafting Best-in-Class ‘Magic’ Decks for Start-Up Success
Provided actionable tips for creating compelling investment presentations and preparing EIC Accelerator proposals.
Presentation available here

3rd Webinar – March 12, 2025
Investor Term Sheets Unveiled: The Art of Deal-Making and Negotiating the ZOPA
Covered investment agreement terms and negotiation within the “Zone of Possible Agreement.”
Presentation available here

4th Webinar – May 29, 2025                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Valuation & Value | How to accurately assess the value of your intellectual property, innovation, or business                                                                                                     Participants explored practical methodologies and key considerations for assessing the true value of IP assets, technological innovation, and business propositions.    Presentations available here

PRAXI x Brookstreet Web-Pitch #1 – April 8, 2025

The first online pitching competition successfully took place with the participation of 8 innovative Greek startups. The two winners who stood out and secured their place in the London finals are:

Brite Solar– Innovative energy solution for greenhouses
Health4Crew – Digital healthcare for seafarers

Other participating companies:
AlongRoute · elvoX · Honestli · Palowise.ai · Prometheus Space Technologies · Theratechnica

Pitching Competition Jury
The winners were selected based on a joint evaluation by the jury and audience. The jury consisted of:

• Omiros D. Sarikas – CEO, Brookstreet Equity Partners LLP

• Konstantinos Machairas – Investor, former CEO of AB Vassilopoulos

• Panos Papazoglou – Board Member, Alpha Bank, former CEO of EY Greece

• Alexandros Nousias – Managing Director, Envolve Entrepreneurship

• Dr. Konstantinos Vavekis – Director, PRAXI Network

PRAXI Network and Brookstreet Equity Partners LLP Collaboration

As part of its strategy to boost innovative entrepreneurship, the PRAXI Network has formed a dynamic collaboration with investment firm Brookstreet Equity Partners LLP. This initiative aims to empower the Greek entrepreneurial ecosystem and support innovative businesses seeking access to international markets, investment capital, and specialized expertise.

Actions developed under this partnership include themed webinars, online pitching contests, and investor panel presentations, providing Greek startups and scaleups with a toolkit for preparation, networking, and showcasing their investment proposals.

The events are part of the activities of the European Digital Innovation Hub smartHEALTH.

PRAXI Network

PRAXI Network is a unit of the Foundation for Research and Technology – Hellas (FORTH), Greece’s largest research organization, with a mission to support innovation and technology transfer at both national and European levels.

Operating in seven cities across Greece since 1991, PRAXI Network is a cornerstone in promoting innovation and enhancing Greek and European research ecosystems by bridging the gap between research and industry. It empowers businesses and organizations through advisory services, funding access, networking opportunities, and commercialization of research results.

Brookstreet Equity Partners LLP

Brookstreet Equity Partners LLP (“Brookstreet”) is an investment firm headquartered in London’s Mayfair. Brookstreet invests in Greece and operates internationally, specializing in digital transformation, green transition, and longevity sectors, leveraging technologies such as artificial intelligence. The firm’s goal is to foster innovation and optimize asset potential through strategic investments and global partnerships.

Brookstreet is a proud member of the UN-supported Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI), a network of over 5,500 members managing more than $121 trillion committed to responsible investment practices.