The Venture Network is a weekly pitch slam is an invaluable resource for early stage entrepreneurs, a forum for engaging the entrepreneurial community, promoting your startup, and at best securing an investment from our Investors in Residence. The Venture Network is unique in that it is a very informal gathering where startups can meet investors in an informal setting over beers and snacks and focus on what’s important; building relationships. The Venture Network is a great way to perfect your pitch, get feedback on your product, and meet the local startup community.

The Venture Network´s resident panel of startup experts include:

• Jose Antonio Vega, Alboran Corporate Finance
• Tomaso Cremonesi, Private Investor
• Angel Hernandez, SociosQ

The two startups that will present their project in 7 minutes will be:

IKARA

IKARA Ikara / Power Fiber is a company that integrates TEG technology in garments for the outdoor enthusiast. Ranging from sweaters to portable devices that can charge a phone, a gps, a camera just by using your body heat and the surrounding cool from the environment. We can charge any low voltage battery device that can connect to a USB outlet in the outdoors.

Edbroad

Edbroad is a peer-to-peer platform for high schools, teachers and students. Exchange opportunities are posted by host schools and can be booked by individual students or their teachers. Edbroad provides a simple way of showcasing the school for potential international students and a trusted booking service for long or short-term exchanges.