Creative Business Cup All Stars is a networking opportunity for startups to match up with established companies, and learn from inspiring speakers.

Here is your chance to learn about how you can secure funding from abroad, break through to global markets, and how to unlock potential and collaborate local businesses and startups!

Come and network with representatives from international markets right here in Copenhagen, to help find and strengthen your product, idea, or solution.

Join us for three inspiring hours of presentations, panel discussion and networking.

Tickets are free, please register to secure your spot.

The event will focus on:

• Best practise cases – Innovative collaborations between established companies and (young) startups
• Atracting international investments and funding
• Connecting with global markets

Here are the inspiring people you can meet.

• Kenneth Madsen, Cofounder at DXTR Tactile, 2015 Danish Creative Business Cup winner.

Ken will present a personal account about his experience with failure, “The Hairline Difference Between Agonising Death and Skyrocketing Success: Coping with the terrifying and liberating duality of being a founder, while building something new.”

• Louise Riisgaard, Market Director, Dansk Erhverv.
  

Louise has worked in the fields of creativity, capital, innovation and entrepreneurship for many years.
The Danish Chamber of Commerce is the network for the service industry in Denmark. It is one of the largest professional business organisations in Denmark with more than 240 employees, offices in Copenhagen, Aarhus and in Brussels. Louise will discuss “Creativity, Funding, Innovation and Entrepreneurship.”

• Reiner Perau, Managing Director at the Danish-German Chamber of Commerce.

A membership organisation for German and Danish companies providing information and events to its associates. The Chamber has more than 620 members who are a part of the largest Danish-German business network, and have experience in how businesses succeed in the local and international markets.
Reiner will present “Possibilities and Access to the German Market.”

• Asbjørn Overgaard Christiansen, Chief Consultant at the Innovation Centre/Invest in Denmark.

The centre helps Danish businesses, startups as well as knowledge and research institutions with access to international knowledge and innovation environments. Further they create and develop networks and business cases with an international perspective. Asbjørn will discuss “How to Assist Startups Scale up their Business and Secure Foriegn Investments.”

• Join us for an expert panel discussion focusing on “Foreign Investment Opportunities and How to Prepare Danish Startups to Connect with Global Markets.”

Meet representatives from:

• Invest in Denmark
• The Embassy of Georgia
• Deutch-Dänishe Handelskammer – Dansk-Tysk Handelskammer
• International businesses in Copenhagen
• Embassies and trade offices

Thursday December 14th, 16:00 – 19:00, Doors open at 15:30.

Festive refreshments, sandwiches, and treats will be served.

On behalf of STAY Partnership, Creative Business Cup, Art & Design Media of the Economic Daily Group (China) and China Cultural Center in Copenhagen, we are pleased to invite you to a reception and banquet at 19.00 to 21.30.

Menu:
Starter: Baked turbot with green asparagus, watercress and fermented-onion and buttermilk sauce.

Main course: Veal fillet on brisket fricassee with baked onions and sherry sauce.

Dessert: Almond pannacotta with apple compote, vanilla sauce and mint. Served with fresh berries, when in season.

Vegetarian menu:
Starter: Pickled and grilled new onion with carrots, watercress, crisp and varm vinaigrette with almonds and thyme

Main: Baked cauliflower with truffles, parsley, apricots and baby corn

Dessert: Almond pannacotta with apple compote, vanilla sauce and mint. Served with fresh berries, when in season.

The STAY Partnership – Attracting talent and startups

STAY is a partnership that attracts international startups and talents. Startups play a key role in innovation, creativity and economic growth in societies and strength the national and global economy significantly. STAY brings together key players in business, academia, and the public sector to give startups better and lasting access to Denmark.

On August 20th, the STAY partnership launches at a full day conference as with speakers from Microsoft, The Carlsberg Foundation, The Think Tank DEA, Lyngby-Taarbæk City of Knowledge, Aalborg University, The Danish Chamber of Commerce, Milestone, Les Deux, Copenhagen School of Entrepreneurship, Copenhagen Capacity, Aarhus University, The City of Copenhagen and many more discuss the current challenges and opportunities for talents and startups settling in Denmark.

(For Dinner registration, please got to: www.eventbrite.com/e/reception-banquet )

Have a look at the program here

Speakers Include:

In addition, this STAY conference also focuses on Design China, ‘Play and Learn’, and Robot Technology. 20 Chinese design entrepreneurs will showcase their products in the historic Old Stock Exchange, Børsen.

Join us and become a part of bringing together members of the creative ecosystem while getting the opportunity to build on ideas and initiatives with major stakeholders including the Deloitte, Lyngby-Taarbæk City of Knowledge, Microsoft, Copenhagen School of Design and Technology, Aalborg University, Talent Garden Rainmaking, The Carlsberg Foundation, Copenhagen Capacity, The Danish Chamber of Commerce, Copenhagen School of Entrepreneurship at Copenhagen Business School, The City of Copenhagen including International House Copenhagen, Business House Copenhagen & Culture & Leisure Department.

The newest sector of the Creative Business Network – the Adventure Zone — a place where we embrace adrenaline junkies who do crazy things in the adventure, outdoor, skydiving and sports sectors – things that require a helmet and a prayer.

Join us and be a part of ass-kicking innovation in the category of adventure. This is the ultimate pitch competition!

Think Shark Tank meets Redbull — all under the backdrop of the Rocky Mountains.

On Aug. 7, in Boulder, Colorado, startups, VCs, mentors, one drone and some media will convene to celebrate Adventurer’s journey and story!

Welcome to the Adventure Zone. Bring your helmets!

Discover where we make it happen: https://acreageco.com/.

Creative Business Cup will host its Global Finals (#CBCup2018) on 27 November 2018, where startups from more than 50 countries will vie for the title of ‘world’s best creative entrepreneur 2018’ in front of a global jury including DELL’s former entrepreneur in residence Ingrid Vanderveldt and co-founder of Saxo Bank, Lars Seier. The event will begin at 8:30 AM and will feature a keynote address by the former US ambassador to Denmark, Rufus Gifford and include sessions on a variety of topics such as women’s entrepreneurship, cross-border investement and the future trends of the food industry.

After identifying the world’s best creative entrepreneur 2018, we will conclude with ‘Business and a Beer’, a reception co-hosted by the Estonian Embassy where we will unwind after the compeititon and have conversations related to the creative industries.

DATE : 27 November 2018

TIME: 17 PM onwards

VENUE: Guldbergsgade 29, 2200 København

PUTTING THE SPOTLIGHT ON BRIGHT MINDS!

Startups are awesome. Creative startups even more so. And that’s why we’re stoked to invite you to Creative Business Cup Denmark 2019, an event that promises to inspire, celebrate and champion creative startups based in Denmark. We’ve put together an exciting panel of jurors, speakers, moderators and influencers who will come together on 8 April to:
– Hear our 5 finalists pitch
– Provide advice and feedback
– Share their learnings and experiences as seasoned entrepreneurs and investors

Our lineup includes an address by high profile personalities such as Rasmus Jarlov, the Minister of Industry, Business and Financial Affairs and Cecilia Lonning Skovgaard Mayor and Chairman of the Employment and Integration Committee, pitches from our 20 startups, one-one investor meetings open to all creative startups in Denmark, a panel of awesome jurors AND of course, you, dear attendee!

Come join us on 8 April in Copenhagen, get inspired and celebrate with us!

Note: Please enter from the MAIN ENTRANCE on the West! when you enter, you will find signs pointing the way as well as a display on the main screen. See you!

Congratulations on being invited to the Creative Business Bootcamp on 6-7 April. As a special treat, you will have the chance to experience Gleb Maltsev, the co-founder of Fundwise, a pitch Trainer at Stoneful and a host at Startup Grind. He’ll work with you to make sure that you can tell your story in just the right way to take your startup to the next level. Gleb trains around 900 speakers a year, honing 60-second pitches and 45-minute keynotes alike. Alums of his trainings range from designers to tech founders — many of whom go on to industry-wide pitching showcases such as Slush, Latitude59, TechChill and LOGIN.  

Creative Business Bootcamps are also an incredible opportunity to co-learn with other participants by giving and receiving feedback, expanding your network and making the most of your startup’s magic. We cannot wait to see you! 

Come join us as we put a spotlight on bright minds and bright ideas and celebrate some bright nights here in Copenhagen on 1-2 July. Bring your sunscreen and sunglasses, we forecast it’s going to be sunny, creative and wonderful!

AGENDA:
1 July, Monday 8:00 – 17:00
8:00 – 9:00 – Arrival and registration

9:00 – 9:15 – Opening and Welcome

9:15 – 9:45 – The Global jury and winner of Creative Business Cup Global Finals 2018, Miri Berger (6Degrees, Israel) interviewed by Amy Cosper, Content Strategist, Creative Business Network

9:45 – 10:10 – Sean Kane, founder of F6S interviewed by Amy Cosper, Content Strategist, Creative Business Network
10:25 – 11:25 – 60+ National Winners Pitching

11:25 – 11:40 – Coffee and Snack Break

11:40 – 12:40 – 60+ National Winners Pitching

12:40 – 13:25 – Lunch Break

13:25 – 13:55 –

– Intellectual Property Rights by Nancy Willis Smith (Green Stage)
– Safa Ebrahim Sharif, founder of WhyStockIt and Dr. Hashim Hussein, head of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization, Investment and Technology Promotion Office interviewed by Amy Cosper, Content Strategist, Creative Business Network (Orange Stage)

13:55 – 14:55 – 60+ National Winners Pitching

14:55 – 15:10 – Coffee and snack break

15:10 – 17:00 – 60+ National Winners Pitching 

2 July, Tuesday 8:00 AM – 22:00

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8:00 – 9:00 – Arrival and registration

9:00 – 10:10 – Opening and announcement of semi-finalists

10:10 – 10:25 – Launching entrepreneurial ideas creatively by Michael Sturtz, Creative Provocateur, Carnegie Innovation Hall

10:25 – 10:55 – Semi-finalists Pitching

11:00 – 12:00

– Policy Development for the Creative Industries – How to Impact Your Government (Yellow Stage)

– How does the evolution of customer behavior impact the tourism industry? + The Welcome Solution (Green Stage)

– Blockchain as an enabler of creativity​ (Orange Stage)

– Women and access to capital (Red Stage)

12:00 – 12:45 – Lunch Break

12:50 – 13:50

– The Business of Wellbeing (Yellow Stage)

– Impact Investments: Changing the world + Creative Business Investor Pitch (Green Stage)

– The future of food (Orange Stage)

– The Creative Industries: An opportunity for Africa (Red Stage)

14:05 – 15:05

– Driving innovation through cultural heritage: The case of the Americas (Yellow Stage)

– Edutainment: Acquiring Skills in the 21st Century (Orange Stage)

– The Invio Experience Technology Solution (Red Stage)

15:15 – 16:00 – Announcement of finalists

16:00 – 16:25 – The evolution of hip-hop and making a business out of it, Garry Yankson, CEO of Ready or Not

16:25 – 16:45 – Building a social unicorn by harnessing the power of communities, Sriram Bharatam, founder of KUZA Holdings 

16:45 – 17.30 – Award Show and Prize Ceremony

17:30 – 22:00 – After Party

WE CONNECT, EMPOWER AND INSPIRE
Join us for a gathering of more than 1000 creative minds, business professionals and investors.

BRIGHT is the global forum for innovators, entrepreneurs, investors and supporters of cultural and creative industries. Share your ideas and innovations, get inspired by the latest solutions and build your global network.

WHEN
See you in Copenhagen 29th – 30th June 2020 at Bella Center!

WHY ATTEND
If you are looking for the bright solutions join us at BRIGHT! Whatever you are searching for inspiration, funding or simply a good idea BRIGHT is the place.

THE PROGRAMME
At BRIGHT you will meet creative startups from more than 100 countries, brilliant speakers, investors, industry leaders and influencers. Be inspired by keynotes, panel discussions and workshops and create business opportunities and partnerships through networking opportunities.

BRIGHT 2020 will feature the following themes:

• Tackling Tech
• Sustainable Development
• Experience Technology
• Play & Learn
• Health
• Travel & Hospitality
• Music
• Blockchain
• Creative Africa
• Women’s Entrepreneurship

PITCH YOUR IDEA
BRIGHT will also host the annual Creative Business Cup Global Finals. Meet creative startups from around the world who pitch their ideas in front of an international jury. Contact us for more information about attending Creative Business Cup.

ON STAGE
Joining us at BRIGHT2020 are:

• Margrethe Vestager, Executive Vice-President of the European Commission for a Europe fit for digital age (competition)
• Connie Hedegaard, Former EU Commissioner for Climate Action. Chairman of KR Foundation, Concito and OECD Round Table for Sustainability

More speakers will follow shortly.
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JOIN US
BRIGHT is a gathering of creative minds, business professionals and investors meet. We expect more than 1000 participants at our first annual forum. We welcome investors, city representatives, creatives, startups, artists, NGOs and many more…

TICKETS
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BRIGHT SOLUTIONS FOR OUR GLOBAL CHALLENGES
BRIGHT is hosted by Creative Business Network, which consists of partners from more than 75 countries around the world. At Creative Business Network our aim is to bring the brightest minds from the cultural and creative industries together as a community. We believe that the cultural and creative industries have the skillset to find solutions to some of the world’s most pressing challenges.