Scaling in Deep Tech

🚀 Scaling deep tech startups: How to cross the "valley of death"? Deep tech startups face a unique challenge — scaling beyond Series A while proving their technology can outperform existing solutions from day one. This critical funding gap, often called the "valley of death," determines which innovations succeed and which struggle to reach the market. 💡 What gets financed at this pivotal stage? 💡 Why do some promising technologies fail to scale? 💡 How do expectations differ between Europe and the U.S.? At the 2025 Hello Tomorrow Summit, top experts and investors broke down the strategies, pitfalls, and opportunities for deep tech founders looking to navigate this tough reality. Panelists: Michiel Scheffer - President of the Board, European Innovation Council Constantijn van Oranje - Special Envoy, Techleap Fabien Deswarte - Head of Strategic Partnerships for Sustainability, L'Oréal Maria Wasastjerna - Partner & Co-founder, CEO Kvanted Ventures Moderated by: Alizée Blanchin - Director & Partner, Hello Tomorrow 📺 Watch now for expert insights on deep tech scaling strategies! 💬 Let us know your thoughts in the comments—what’s the biggest challenge for deep tech startups today? 🔔 Subscribe for more deep tech insights! 📲 Follow us on social media: Linkedin: hello-tomorrow-challenge X: hellotmrc Instagram: hellotomorrow_official #deeptech #scaling #scalingstrategies #funding #seriesA