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The Global Innovation Forum is designed to drive technological advancements and economic growth by nurturing innovations in the energy sector. The virtual programme will provide a series of masterclasses and mentorship courses to nurture startup founders in the energy and utilities sector.  

  • Engage in masterclasses led by experts and mentors focusing on developing founder skills, scaling startup, and securing funding.
  • Understand the technical considerations for the energy sector including technology adoption and research development for global markets.
  • Learn to create a compelling brand identity that resonates across markets.
  • Learn to navigate the legal aspects of international energy transactions.

Founders Eligibility

  • Have a product or service that generates revenue.
  • Operate within the energy sector, focusing on innovative or tech solutions.
  • Early-stage startup founders (pre-seed).
  • Growth-stage startup founders (seed stage series A-D).
  • Exit-stage startup founders (seeking international expansion).

Mentors Eligibility

  • Must have a focus area within the energy and utility sector.
  • Experience in supporting startups or scaleups.
  • Knowledge on investment and fundraising strategies.
  • Experience with corporate ventures, asset management, or government roles.
     
Duration: 2.5 hours limit hosted on Zoom
 
  • 1 hour - masterclass
  • 30 minutes - Q&A
  • 1 hour – networking

Registration deadline: 30 November 2024.

Week 1: 3 – 7 February 2025

Module 1: International growth strategies for energy companies

  • Market analysis and entry strategies

  • Regulatory and compliance frameworks


Week 2: 10 – 14 February 2025

Module 2: Sales and distribution for energy products 

  • Building international sales teams

  • Distribution channels in the energy sector

Module 3: Technical considerations for energy companies

  • Technology transfer and adaptation

  • Research and Development (R&D) for global markets

  • Product customization and innovation


Week 3: 17 – 21 February 2025

Module 4: Investment and financing 

  • Securing international investment

  • Financial management for international operations

Module 5: Leadership development for energy executives

  • Leading multinational teams

  • Strategic Decision-Making in the energy sector

  • Personal growth for energy leaders


Week 4: 24 – 28 February 2025

Module 6: Marketing and branding in the energy sector

  • Global branding strategies for energy products

  • Digital marketing outreach

  • Customer engagement and support

Module 7: Legal and ethical considerations

  • International business law for energy companies

  • Corporate governance and ethics in the energy sector