Deep Tech, Startups, and Investment: A Journey from Lab to Market

Deep Tech, Startups, and Investment: A Journey from Lab to Market

With Ignacio Faustino

In this episode of Bennu Community Podcast, we sit down with Ignacio Faustino, Investment Manager at RUG Ventures and Future Tech Ventures, to explore his inspiring journey from scientist to entrepreneur and investor.

Ignacio shares how he transitioned from a PhD in Biomedicine to helping deep tech startups grow, what it takes to turn cutting-edge research into real-world impact, and the challenges founders face when bringing deep tech innovations to market.

We dive into topics like:

✅ How to bridge the gap between science and business

✅ What investors look for in early-stage deep tech startups

✅ Common mistakes founders make when pitching to investors

✅ The startup ecosystem in the Northern Netherlands and why it’s thriving

✅ Essential skills for future entrepreneurs, including critical thinking and resilience

Whether you're a researcher thinking about entrepreneurship, an aspiring founder, or just curious about how deep tech startups get funded and built, this episode is packed with practical insights.

🚀 Tune in now to discover how to stay flexible, think ahead, and thrive in an unpredictable world!

💡 Connect with Ignacio Faustino on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ignacio-faustino

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