Startup Europe Summit is a leading brand that brings together startups, mature technology companies, policy makers, venture capitalists, and the established industry to discuss the challenges and successes of technology and policy in Europe. Over two days, this summit gathers hundreds of policy-makers, founders, venture capitalists, and key startup stakeholders in Berlin to inspire and create frameworks for real change in innovation policy. But the work doesn't stop there.

Startup Europe Summit has also traveled to Amsterdam, Lisbon, Berlin, Warsaw, and Milan to interview stakeholders from the startup scene, uncovering their priorities for innovation in technology. The draft released at the summit is a collaborative document, open for feedback. The European startup ecosystem is thriving, with over 600,000 startups across Europe, employing 3 million people and generating €320 billion in total revenue.

The EU predicts a need for up to 825,000 skilled digital professionals within the ICT sector in the next three years. Startup Europe Summit recognizes the importance of creating the right environment for startups to thrive. By leveraging place-based assets, supporting institutions, and offering smart support, this brand plays a crucial role in fostering the growth of startup ecosystems in cities across Europe