Nordic Innovation House - Silicon Valley

? Celebrating the TINC Silicon Valley #Fall2024 Cohort! ? What an incredible journey it’s been! As the TINC Silicon Valley Fall 2024 program comes to a close, we’re reflecting on the growth, energy, and achievements of this talented cohort of Nordic startups. We wrapped up the last week with a pitch event where the companies showcased their hard work and innovation to a panel of investors and a room full of guests from the local ecosystem. The night was a testament to the transformative power of collaboration, preparation, and bold ideas. Thank you to NGP Capital for hosting us! Thank you to our panel for their support, valuable feedback and questions for the companies, Benjamin Narasin, David Lee, Martina Lauchengco and Nathan Gold! We ended the week with a celebration of the program at the residence of the Royal Norwegian Consulate General in San Francisco —a great tribute to the outstanding work of these startups and the vibrant Nordic innovation community they represent. Thank you Gry Rabe Henriksen for generously hosting us for this special evening. This program wouldn’t have been possible without the tireless efforts of the extended TINC family. A heartfelt thank you to the mentors, speakers, investors, founders and contributors who generously shared their wisdom, expertise and guidance. Julie Hanna, Nathan Gold, Shomit Ghose, Eva Nahari, Han Jin, Daniel Kjellén, Arne Tonning, Chander S Chawla, Scott Sambucci, Scott Barclay, Nir Eyal, Dariusz Paczuski, Rob Napoli, Homan Yuen, Olav Sindre Kriken, Ryan Cunningham. And to our incredible Nordic Innovation House team who created the perfect platform for success. It truly takes a village, and we’re so proud of what this community has built together. To the TINC Fall 2024 companies: your drive and ingenuity inspire us. We can’t wait to see how you’ll continue to grow and create lasting impact in your industries. Chall | Charity Funnel | dala.care | Evira | Transforming childhood obesity treatment | Kobbr | Nodon | ~norvalid | Planck Technologies | Shapemaker | Sourceful Energy | Smartwatt | uiData | Here’s to bold innovation and the shared Nordic spirit of collaboration—this is only the beginning! ?? #TINC #NordicInnovationHouse #SiliconValley #Startups #Collaboration #Entrepreneurship #Innovation TINC Silicon Valley - Powered by Innovation Norway in partnership with Vinnova, Business Finland, KLAK - Icelandic Startups

It was a full house at the Meetup on a topic: “The Future of Automobile Safety” by Hanna Karlsson from Autoliv Meetup hosted by SAE International and Sven Beiker at Nordic Innovation House - Silicon Valley #Automobile #Safety #Autoliv #SavingMoreLives #MoreLifeLived Combient Foundry #RotationalPartnerProgram

TINC Silicon Valley #Fall2024 is in the house! Chall, Charity Funnel, dala.care, Evira | Transforming childhood obesity treatment, Kobbr, Nodon, Norvalid (formerly Nor.Education), Planck Technologies, Shapemaker, Sourceful Energy, uiData This week, our TINC companies arrived in Silicon Valley, diving straight into an action-packed schedule. And what a start it’s been! ?? We kicked off with an introduction to the fantastic teams at Nordic Innovation House. Then, Eva Nahari opened with an insightful and refreshingly honest session on "Investor Dating." Eva is a core TINC mentor, providing invaluable guidance in her 1:1 sessions and workshops. Our first day wrapped up with a transformative founder workshop led by the incomparable Julie Hanna. Julie has been a pillar of TINC since day one, and her wisdom is nothing short of life-changing for our teams. On day two, Shomit Ghose shared his “From Start to Exit” talk, challenging our companies to rethink business models, pricing, and go-to-market strategies. Shomit is a key mentor here at TINC, and his depth of knowledge is simply unmatched. Later, we welcomed investor Homan Yuen for a feedback session. Homan’s extensive and deep experience made for valuable, direct insights into each company's unique challenges. Pitch day practice took off with Nathan Gold — our #goldtouched TINC pitch coach, who skillfully and calmly guides each team to bring their best selves to the stage. Day two wrapped with a powerful founder talk by Olav Sindre Kriken of Tana, who shared his own entrepreneurial journey, brimming with honesty and inspiration. Today, we had the privilege of hosting Martina Lauchengco, who tackled the "3 Myths of Product" and shared invaluable insights on product marketing and positioning. Her book, #Loved, is a must-read! What an incredible lineup for the first three days! It’s all about the people who make this program so impactful. Stay tuned for more highlights from our week, including Pitch Night! ?? #TINC #SiliconValley #Fall2024 #NordicInnovation #Mentorship #PitchNight #StartupJourney TINC Silicon Valley - powered by Innovation Norway in partnership with Vinnova, KLAK - Icelandic Startups, Business Finland

MeetUp: The Future of Automobile Safety by Hanna Karlsson from Autoliv WHEN: Thurs. Nov. 7 at 6pm WHERE: Nordic Innovation House - 470 Ramona St, Palo Alto RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gRgCqkUh Hosted & organized by Sven Beiker Beiker and SAE International #automobilesafety #futureofsafety Combient Foundry #RotationalPartnerProgram

?? Introducing uiData! ?? We’re excited to wrap up our TINC Silicon Valley Fall 2024 introductions with uiData, a team that’s unlocking the true power of data sharing through their innovative product, DataCentral. With a focus on improving data governance and access control, DataCentral empowers businesses to manage and share valuable insights securely and seamlessly. By tackling the challenge of data trapped within organizations, DataCentral enables companies to share information effortlessly with customers, partners, and the public—unleashing the full potential of enterprise data. Welcome, David Stefan Gudmundsson and Bjarki Elías Kristjánsson. We’re thrilled to have you as part of the TINC cohort and can’t wait to see how DataCentral transforms the way businesses collaborate and share insights. ???? #TINC #SiliconValley #uiData #DataCentral #DataGovernance #SecureDataSharing #Innovation TINC Silicon Valley - powered by Innovation Norway in partnership with Vinnova KLAK - Icelandic Startups Business Finland

We are thrilled to introduce the REACH 2024-25 Cohort! ?? Dive into the details of our dynamic new teams and relive the energy of our recent REACH Kickoff and Alumni Event in Stockholm, where we celebrated innovation with alumni and the vibrant Nordic innovation community. Check out the full story! #REACH #NordicInnovation

?? Meet Sourceful Energy: Shaping the Future of Decentralized Energy ?? We're thrilled to spotlight Sourceful, a pioneering company from Sweden in our TINC Silicon Valley Fall 2024 cohort! Sourceful is on a mission to build the world’s largest decentralized energy network, where millions of people can own their energy data, earn rewards, and collectively drive the shift toward a world of abundant, clean energy. Their solution maximizes solar profitability for homeowners, enhances grid stability for utilities, and transforms the challenges of renewable growth into an unprecedented opportunity. With Fredrik Ahlgren and Viktor Olofsson leading the charge, Sourceful is empowering a new generation of energy participants. We’re excited to see the impact they’ll make here in Silicon Valley and beyond! ??? #TINC #Sourceful #DecentralizedEnergy #RenewableEnergy #SolarPower #EnergyTransition #SustainableFuture TINC Silicon Valley - powered by Innovation Norway in partnership with Vinnova KLAK - Icelandic Startups Business Finland

?? Say hello to Smartwatt! ?? We’re excited to introduce Smartwatt, one of the innovative companies in our TINC Silicon Valley Fall 2024 cohort! Smartwatt is reshaping how commercial buildings manage energy. With their AI-powered copilot, Smartwatt optimizes energy usage by continuously adjusting ventilation, heating, and cooling systems, creating a balance between reducing costs and lowering environmental impact—all without the need for major renovations or constant human oversight. Their technology is transforming commercial spaces into smarter, greener buildings! Thrilled to support Lars Petter Lunden and @Daniel Fjaertoft on their journey, and we’re eager to see how they’ll contribute to a more sustainable future in energy management! ???? #TINC #Smartwatt #SiliconValley #EnergyOptimization #SustainableBuildings #AIInnovation #GreenerFuture TINC Silicon Valley – powered by Innovation Norway, in collaboration with Vinnova, KLAK - Icelandic Startups, and Business Finland

?? Introducing Planck Technologies! ?? We’re thrilled to introduce Planck Technologies, one of the standout companies in our TINC Silicon Valley Fall 2024 cohort! Planck Technologies is driving the future of energy with their smart storage systems, built using advanced materials discovered through their proprietary AI-driven computational chemistry. By reducing costs and enhancing efficiency, Planck Technologies is accelerating the transition to renewable energy, making sustainable power more accessible for all. With co-founders Maryam Ghadrdan (PhD) and Christian Reid at the helm, Planck Technologies is driving innovation in the energy landscape, pushing boundaries to build a more sustainable future. We can’t wait to see the impact they’ll make as they expand and scale their solutions globally! ???? #TINC #SiliconValley #PlanckTechnologies #SmartEnergy #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #AIDrivenInnovation #GreenTech TINC Silicon Valley – powered by Innovation Norway, in collaboration with Vinnova, KLAK - Icelandic Startups, and Business Finland

Welcome Combient Foundry to the Nordic Innovation House network! Rotational Partner Program companies: - Hanna Karlsson from Autoliv - Jeremy Karouta from Intrum - Per Erik Strandberg from Westermo Network Technologies Have been very active during their first month in Silicon Valley, and have shown great attitude and the right mindset to absorb the best out of this innovative ecosystem. Lauri Lehtovuori Eero Vartiainen Vinnova Inger Gustafsson Anna Delin Andreas Netz #RotationalPartnerProgram