BTN News: On November 12th and 13th, Bogotá will host the Open Innovation & Investor Summit Colombia 2024, the region’s most significant event dedicated to open innovation. Organized by Connect, the summit will bring together entrepreneurs, university researchers, leading companies, and investors from across Latin America to foster collaboration, explore new business opportunities, and promote innovative partnerships.
The event will spotlight major themes like deeptech, artificial intelligence, health innovation, energy transition, and corporate venture capital. Attendees will have access to cutting-edge exhibits, hands-on workshops, and an academic agenda featuring world-renowned speakers. This year, the summit focuses on the theme, “Prototyping the Future: Innovation and Collaboration.”
Experience the ‘Museum of Innovative Legends’ and More
One of the main attractions at this year’s event is the ‘Museum of Innovative Legends’, an exhibition where major companies will showcase successful products and share their innovation stories. Visitors will have the unique opportunity to learn from these pioneering experiences and gain insights into what drives product success.
Attendees can also enjoy the Maloka Mobile Planetarium, explore prototypes of recent research breakthroughs, and participate in interactive workshops led by industry leaders aimed at enhancing innovation skills. These activities are designed to encourage creative thinking and inspire future innovations.
Spotlight on Global Innovation Leaders
The Open Innovation & Investor Summit Colombia 2024 will feature a diverse lineup of speakers who are experts in various fields of innovation. This year’s keynote speakers include:
- Carlos Escapa (Spain): An AI and machine learning expert with experience in global business development and data management at Amazon Web Services.
- José María Batalla (Spain): Founder of La Casa de Carlota, a unique design studio where the creative team includes neurodiverse individuals, such as those with Down syndrome and autism.
- Markus Shreyer (Chile): Creator and CEO of Ganesha Lab, an accelerator focused on science-based startups.
- María Fernanda Escobar (Colombia): Head of the Global Health Equity Unit at the Fundación Valle de Lili and leader of the Hospital Padrino strategy.
- Federico Marque (Argentina): General Partner at GridX, a venture capital firm specializing in tech startups.
Deep Dive into Emerging Trends and Technologies
This year’s summit will host an extensive academic agenda that delves into pivotal topics such as deeptech innovations, artificial intelligence in education, healthcare innovation, corporate venture capital strategies, and energy transition technologies. With a focus on “Prototyping the Future,” the sessions will explore how these trends shape the next wave of innovation and collaboration across industries.
Celebrating Collaborative Success: The 100 Open Startups Colombia 2024 Awards
A highlight of the event will be the 100 Open Startups Colombia 2024 Awards, recognizing the most promising startups in the market and the companies that excel in fostering collaboration with entrepreneurs. This prestigious award will reveal the top startups that are leading the way in open innovation and making significant impacts in Colombia’s business landscape.
A Gathering of Innovators to Shape the Future
The Open Innovation & Investor Summit Colombia 2024 aims to accelerate innovation by connecting all key players in the ecosystem—startups, universities, corporations, and venture capitalists. The event offers a unique platform for attendees to network, share knowledge, and forge meaningful partnerships that drive innovation and economic growth.
Don’t Miss Out! Join us in Bogotá this November to be part of the most influential innovation event in Latin America. Whether you are an entrepreneur, a corporate leader, or an investor, this summit is the place to be to explore cutting-edge ideas and discover new opportunities for growth and collaboration.
