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STARTUP VILLAGE
Exciting News: SHE Conference 2025 is Expanding!
In 2025, the SHE Conference is making a bigger push than ever before to engage the Startup & Investor communities. This is your chance to connect with over 3000 participants at NOVA Spektrum, April 1st!


Startup Village: A Conference Within the Conference
Are you a driven entrepreneur with a groundbreaking idea? Or an investor searching for the next big thing? Look no further than the Startup Village at SHE Conference! This is your chance to connect with like-minded individuals, showcase your startup, and explore game-changing opportunities.
This vibrant hub is where the magic happens – a place for startups and investors to collaborate and create something extraordinary. It's not just about pitching ideas; it's about forging lasting partnerships that can transform industries.
WHAT TO EXPECT
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Startup Showcase & Pitch: Get ready to be inspired by the most innovative startups from across the region. From cutting-edge tech to game-changing solutions, you'll have the chance to explore a diverse range of ideas and meet the brilliant minds behind them.
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Matchmaking: Looking for your perfect match? Our matchmaking sessions offer a unique opportunity to connect with the right partners, investors, and mentors to accelerate your growth. Who knows – you might just walk away with the funding you need to take your venture to new heights!
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Startup Village Stage: The heart of the action! Our jam-packed program features keynote speeches, panel discussions, and fireside chats with industry leaders, investors and successful entrepreneurs. Gain valuable insights, learn from the best, and stay ahead of the curve.
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Social Tech Lab: Need a little extra support? Our Social Tech Lab is here to help! Gain access to hands-on tech support and mentoring from industry experts. Whether you're looking to refine your product or navigate the startup landscape, our experienced mentors are ready to guide you every step of the way
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Networking: Startup Village is all about making connections. Chat with fellow entrepreneurs, swap stories with seasoned investors, and expand your network. You never know who you might meet – your next business partner, mentor, or client could be just a handshake away.
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Resources & Support: We're here to help you succeed. From expert advice to practical workshops, Startup Village offers a range of resources to support you on your entrepreneurial journey.
SPEAKERS












Program Startup Village
PROGRAM
10:45-11:00
STARTUP VILLAGE STAGE
Opening & Introduction of the Social Sustainablity Framwork (SSF)
The critical role of social sustainability within the ESG framework, highlighting its integration with environmental and governance dimensions to drive lasting change.
11:00-12:00
STARTUP VILLAGE STAGE
Venture Cup Finals – Startup Pitch
Discover the next big innovation! Experience exciting startup presentations and get inspired by groundbreaking ideas that could shape the future. Don’t miss this chance to connect with creativity and bold visions!
12:15-12:45
STARTUP VILLAGE STAGE
Prosperity - Impact & Profit
Explore how the “Prosperity” pillar of the SSF can guide purpose-driven startups to align financial success with meaningful impact. In this session, Entrepreneurs and Investors share strategies for building inclusive, sustainable businesses—blending profit motives with social and environmental responsibility. Discover how aligning your startup’s growth with greater equity and innovation can create true prosperity for everyone involved.
12:45-13:00
STARTUP VILLAGE STAGE
Startup Presentations
Discover the next big innovation! Experience exciting startup presentations and get inspired by groundbreaking ideas that could shape the future. Don’t miss this chance to connect with creativity and bold visions!
13:15-13:45
STARTUP VILLAGE STAGE
People – Elevating Human Potential
Empowering Change: Unleashing Diversity in Venture Capital
Join us as we tackle the pressing issue of diversity in venture capital and its vital role in shaping a more equitable financial future. This dynamic panel will spotlight the critical need for increased representation, particularly the flow of capital to women-led startups. Through compelling insights and personal stories, we will celebrate trailblazing role models in the VC industry while uncovering actionable strategies to cultivate a truly inclusive investment ecosystem. Together, let's ignite change and pave the way for a diverse and thriving financial landscape!
Katherine Mellis, Investment Director at Sandwater
Patrick Sandahl, Investment Director, Head of Transactions, Member of Investinor Executive Committee
Tonje Ørnholt, Head of Investment, Oslo Busuness Region
13:30-13:45
WORKSHOP ROOM
Workshop
Q&A session with Top VCs including Linn-Cecilie Linnemann from Lumo Labs, Sagar Chanda from Runway FBU, and Karl Liapunov from Startup Lab.
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13:45-14:00
STARTUP VILLAGE STAGE
Startup Presentations
Discover the next big innovation! Experience exciting startup presentations and get inspired by groundbreaking ideas that could shape the future. Don’t miss this chance to connect with creativity and bold visions!
14:15-14:45
STARTUP VILLAGE STAGE
Planet – Building a Sustainable Future
Navigating the Climate Tech Frontier: Norway's Opportunity Amid Global Shifts
This compelling panel will examine Norway's unique position to lead in climate technology, where 50% of total investments are directed towards innovative startups in this sector. As the global landscape shifts, particularly with changes in U.S. leadership and investment strategies, we’ll explore the implications for climate tech investments in Europe and the Nordics. Are we witnessing a pivotal moment that could redefine our approach to sustainability?
Join industry leaders and visionaries as we unpack the evolving narrative of climate tech, share strategic insights, and discuss how Norway can capitalize on its strengths to drive meaningful change in a rapidly transforming world.
Dinesh Ganasan, Investor at ArcTern Ventures
Tonje Ørnholt, Head of Investment, Oslo Busuness Region
Stay tuned – More speakers will be announced soon!!
14:45-15:00
STARTUP VILLAGE STAGE
Startup Presentations
Discover the next big innovation! Experience exciting startup presentations and get inspired by groundbreaking ideas that could shape the future. Don’t miss this chance to connect with creativity and bold visions!
15:15-15:45
STARTUP VILLAGE STAGE
Innovation & Governance – Safeguarding Progress with Responsible Leadership
Security as a Strategic Necessity: Safeguarding Innovation, Investment, and Future Competitiveness
Today’s threat landscape demands that startups and investors place security at the core of their strategies. From cyberattacks to insider threats, the risks come fast and from every angle. Yet security isn’t just about prevention—done right, it’s a powerful driver of innovation, competitive edge and long-term growth.
Startups and growth companies with significant potential in innovation and technology face particular vulnerabilities. Early and rapid decisions—regarding markets, suppliers, employees, partners, and investors—carry major consequences for sustainability and competitive advantage. Ultimately, a company’s security posture will determine which markets it can access going forward.
Investors and active owners play a critical role in setting security requirements and conducting risk assessments for the companies they fund or consider funding. A misstep in investing in companies with insufficient security can lead to the leakage of knowledge and technology to adverse actors—resulting in substantial economic, strategic, and national losses.
This panel discussion will explore how security can serve as a competitive advantage rather than a cost. We bring together founders, investors, and executives to address:
• Why investors bear significant responsibility for mandating security in the companies they invest in.
• Why security must be an integral part of any growth strategy.
• How increased security accelerates market positioning and competitive edge for startups and scale-ups.
• Why enhanced security is crucial for sustainable growth and the very survival of tech companies.
Speakers – to be be announced soon!!
15:45-16:00
STARTUP VILLAGE STAGE
Startup Presentations
Discover the next big innovation! Experience exciting startup presentations and get inspired by groundbreaking ideas that could shape the future. Don’t miss this chance to connect with creativity and bold visions!
16:15-16:45
STARTUP VILLAGE STAGE
Social Progress – Bridging Gaps, Building Equity
Unpack how businesses and communities can cultivate social equity, inclusion, and justice. This pillar examines the transformative impact of empowering underrepresented groups, fostering collaboration, and bridging societal gaps. Learn about strategies and success stories that prove equitable practices are morally imperative and fundamental to collective growth. Discover how AI-driven tools can amplify these efforts, enabling data-driven decisions to effectively tackle inequalities and promote inclusivity.
16:45-17:00
STARTUP VILLAGE STAGE
Startup Presentations
Discover the next big innovation! Experience exciting startup presentations and get inspired by groundbreaking ideas that could shape the future. Don’t miss this chance to connect with creativity and bold visions!
17:00
NOVA SPEKTRUM
AFTER PARTY
Continues at The Conduit from 19:00

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