Company registration
Why Register?
The Cleantech Summit 2009 is keen to select emerging technology companies, offering innovative and unique products and services. Our goal is to accelerate the expansion and internationalization of promising cleantech companies around Europe and the rest of the world.
If your ambition is to impact the European technology landscape and to become a global player in your field, the Cleantech Summit is for you! We will introduce you to the right people and provide you with the right exposure and network: get selected!
Only 25+ companies will be selected to present. Therefore, if you do not get selected, this decision is in no way a judgment on the relevance of your business or technology, but rather based on the required balance of stages and industries that will be presented at the Cleantech Summit. If your company is not selected, there are still opportunites to benefit from the tech tour. These include participating in the Opening Gala Dinner where you will be able to meet and network with the delegates. Through the application process, your company will be reviewed by the selection committee who represent the spectrum of the Cleantech Industry (VC’s, corporations and incubators) and will be exposed to the leading venture capital investors from the cleantech industry. It is worth noting that up to 25% of deals that come out of the Tech Tours come from indirect sources including non-selected companies.
If your company is selected, we will introduce you to an international group or professionals coming from leading technology corporations, venture capitalists and corporate advisors.
This event is by invitation only! Delegates are invited to the Cleantech Summit for their professional competence, their international experience and their ethical values. Particular attention is drawn to the professional and functional balance of the delegates, including industry sectors and geographic coverage. Priority will be given to delegates from recognized brand name companies and past delegates.
A maximum of 130 delegates are invited. They represent professionals who are interested in helping cleantech companies and may help you to find strategic partners and/or financing.
Our event will be covered by international magazines, as well as the local business and technology press, offering your company great visibility and exposure. Our global partner Weber Shandwick will handle all PR activities.
Leading professionals from a number of industry segments have participated in past tech tours, including: Nokia, Ericsson, Microsoft, Siemens, Synopsys, Telia, Telefonica, Alcatel, IBM, Hewlett & Packard, Deutsche Telekom, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Dresdner Kleinwort Capital, Bear Stearns, SG Cowen, Sofinnova Partners, Endeavour Vision, Viventures, Intel Capital, Doughty Hanson, TVM, Redpoint Ventures, GE Equity...
|
Frequently Asked Questions
|
|
What is the company registration process and how is the selection done?
a. Companies interested in being considered to present at the Cleantech summit should register at www.techtour.com by filling out a company profile no later than April 15, 2009
b. The selection process will be conducted in the weeks following the application deadline by members of the Selection Committee, who represent the spectrum of the cleantech technology industry (VCs, corporations & incubators.)
c. The selection is based on a transparent and objective process of ranking the candidate companies and selecting 25+ companies that will present at the event.
Who is coming to the Cleantech Summit 2009 to listen to your company presentation?
The delegates are top ranking global and local investors, corporations and advisors to the high-tech world.
Do I need to pay to present at the Cleantech Summit 2009?
No, registration and submitting your companies' profile is free and if your company is one of the 25+ companies selected, your presentation and attendance is free of charge.
Who should present?
The CEO and/or another executive of the company should present.
What's in it for the presenting company?
a. Highly effective opportunity to meet with and present to a concentrated group of privately invited key players representing global leading firms.
b. Great exposure and visibility at a minimal effort, create buzz and industry interest.
c. Productive for companies seeking funding, alliances and new partnerships.
d. Opportunity to meet and build relationships with the Cleantech Summit 2009 Selection Committee members that represent the country's corporate, technology and venture capital industry.
e. International and local media coverage will provide exposure and publicity.
How long should my company presentation be?
Presentation: 15 minutes
Questions and Answers: 5 minutes
Where will the presentations be held?
Exact locations TBC. Exact locations TBC. Each session will have a limited number of presentations to ensure maximum attention for your presentation.
How should my company presentation look like?
To ensure your company has the greatest advantage we will supply you with coaching and a company presentation format. If you would need further assistance or advice we will help you prepare your presentation.
Why should I submit my financials?
In order to effectively review and evaluate your companies' performance, we need to have a complete company presentation including your financials. However, we can assure you that all the information you provide will be handled with extreme confidence. Only the Selection Committee Members listed on the first page will have access to your data. It is not possible to sign Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) for each particular application, however, the European Tech Tour Association appreciate your need for confidentiality, and can assure you that all Selection Committee Members are professionals with a solid reputation and vast experience in handling confirmation information. Remember that hundreds of European tech companies during the past 29 Tech Tours and 4 vertical summits application process have already submitted their financials before you did.
We are looking for funding. Why is the Cleantech Summit interesting for me/us?
A large part of the audience for your presentation are looking for investment opportunities. Local VC's with whom you have been talking for months or have rejected funding your company may suddenly start moving once they notice strong interest from international VC's. You will have the opportunity not only to present your company but also to talk at your leisure to investors throughout the Summit. It is also a great opportunity to work with professionals to learn how to position your company, make the proposition more attractive for investors and to find out what makes them tick.
We are not looking for funding. Is the Cleantech Summit still of interest to me/us?
Yes, you will get the opportunity to meet and build relationships with top-ranking VC's, intermediaries, corporations, lawyers, and professional associates. If this audience is impressed by your company, they will spread the word throughout Europe and the rest of the world. This may lead to partnerships, clients, talent, M&A opportunities or future rounds of financing for your company. In addition, there will be a lot of local and international media exposure.
On what basis are the 25+ companies selected?
Among the criterias are:
a. Uniqueness of technology, a solid business model, vision and the capability to execute the plan.
b. Targeting relevant markets.
c. Quality of management team and track record.
When will I hear if I am selected to present my company?
The Selection Committee will let you know if your company will be invited to present in May 2009.
What are the chances for my company to be selected?
That depends totally on the quality and uniqueness of your company and of the quality of the registered companies. In previous tech tours an average of 250 companies submitted their profile, of which eventually 25-30 where selected.
My company is not active in the industry segments mentioned, can I still apply?
Yes! As long as your company has developed some form of unique ICT technology, we are eager to look at your company. We are NOT interested in pure IT consultancy or services companies.
I still have questions. Who can I contact about the Cleantech Summit 2009?
e-mail: info@techtour.com, Phone: +41 22 544 60 90.
| Copyright © 1998-2009 ETT. All Rights Reserved. |
6, Rue de la Croix d'Or CH-1204 Geneva, Switzerland
Tel: +41 22 544 60 90 Fax: +41 22 544 60 95 |
 |
|
