Sam Laakkonen

Passion Capital is a founder-first European venture capital firm. As a partnership, we are committed to leveraging our extensive knowledge and experience to help founders and early-stage teams build ambitious, high-impact, disruptive technology companies that drive innovation and positive change across society. For 15 years, we have fostered a collaborative ecosystem built on executional excellence and founder friendly principles. We believe that our founders are the key differentiator and the greatest asset to every business we support. With more than 100 companies backed, we take pride in the success of all our founders and teams, including, but not limited to, GoCardless, Tide, Marshmallow, Butternut Box, PolyAI, Lendable, and Monzo.

Techstars Miami Powered by J.P. Morgan focuses on accelerating founders efforts in finding product-market fit, fundraising, and recruiting. The program will be running a mix of in-person and remote. We will be in Miami in the first and last weeks of the program. Open to founders of all backgrounds, the program is designed to provide equitable access to funding and support for Black, Hispanic and Latino, Indigenous American, and Pacific Islander entrepreneurs.

Passion Capital is a founder-first European venture capital firm. As a partnership, we are committed to leveraging our extensive knowledge and experience to help founders and early-stage teams build ambitious, high-impact, disruptive technology companies that drive innovation and positive change across society. For 15 years, we have fostered a collaborative ecosystem built on executional excellence and founder friendly principles. We believe that our founders are the key differentiator and the greatest asset to every business we support. With more than 100 companies backed, we take pride in the success of all our founders and teams, including, but not limited to, GoCardless, Tide, Marshmallow, Butternut Box, PolyAI, Lendable, and Monzo.

𝗖𝗼𝗱𝗶𝗯𝗹𝘆, part of the Spyrosoft Group, is a technology consulting company specializing in renewable energy and eMobility dedicated software development and various energy ecosystems integrations. With a team of seasoned experts, Codibly harnesses technology to drive significant renewable energy impact, facilitating clients business and digital transformation. 𝗥𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘄𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲: Codibly is at the forefront of reshaping the renewable energy landscape. Areas of proficiency include residential management systems, regulatory compliance, energy asset optimization, and cutting-edge microgrid technologies. Codibly excels in Distributed Energy Resources (DER), Virtual Power Plants (VPPs), and adeptly integrates OpenADR and EnergyHub technologies to enhance energy management and efficiency. 𝗲𝗠𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽: In the rapidly evolving realm of electric mobility, Codibly excels with sophisticated Charging Point Management Systems and eMobility Service Provider solutions. Our deep knowledge extends to OCPP, OCPI/OICP protocols, Energy Management Systems (EMS), and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) integrations, empowering clients to thrive in the dynamic eMobility landscape. Additionally, Codibly specializes in Smart Charging, EV Fleet Management Solutions, and demand response integration (V2H, V2G, etc). 𝗖𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: Codibly is dedicated to providing tailored software development, specialized consultancy, and training services, specifically addressing the distinct needs of the renewable energy and eMobility sectors. Additionally, Codibly offers technology team augmentation customized to each clients project requirements. Codiblys mission is to drive the energy transition by bridging innovative technological solutions and expert guidance in Electromobility, Renewable Energy, and Digital Sustainability.

Techstars helps founders scale their startups into world-changing businesses. Founded in 2006, Techstars is on a mission to invest in startups to enable more capital to flow to more entrepreneurs around the world in order to deliver exceptional returns to our investors. We do this by operating accelerator programs and venture capital funds, as well as by connecting startups, investors, corporations, and cities to help build thriving startup communities. Our results show why Techstars is Better for Founders than any other global accelerator: On average, 74.5% of Techstars companies will raise money within 3 years of their program; 18.5% of Techstars portfolio companies have exited 5 years after their program and 31.1% after eight years. (PitchBook June 2023)

whatimpact maximises the impact of corporate social responsibility schemes and grants awarded by local governments, trusts and foundations. We match donors with suitable recipients and help them see the results of their support. Our streamlined, AI-based matchmaking and reporting process saves resources, increases transparency and ensures that the most impactful recipients receive the support they need.