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Tectonic is a brand-new concept introduced by the organisers of Slush’D, who previously brought together over 1,100 attendees in Ghent and Leuven (learn more about it from Forbes in French and in Dutch). This year, through a collaboration with innovation powerhouses Flanders Technology & Innovation (FTI) and In The Pocket, Tectonic is scaling up to generate even greater impact.

• We’re expecting nearly 2,000 high-caliber attendees, with a strong focus on leading investors — alongside visionary founders and corporate decision-makers. Over 350+ investors will join, together with 500+ startup founders and operators.
• Get funding from top investors including: Octopus Ventures, Speedinvest, Earlybird VC, and many more!
• Past Participants Include: Aikido, Wobby, Donna, Nox, OTIV, .. </aside>

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At Tectonic, startups don’t just attend — they take the stage. Whether you’re competing for investor attention in the Pitching Competition, or solving real business challenges in the Innovation Challenges, there’s a pitching opportunity for you.

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I’M LOOKING FOR CLIENTS

Propose a solution to real business problems and land a corporate client or partner. They share their challenges, you pitch your solution, and together you make it happen.

What’s in it for you:

• 💼 Gain direct access to potential customers and partners
• 🎤 Stage time at a major event
• 🔧 Solve real-world problems
• 🎟️ A free Tectonic 2025 1-day ticket for all selected startups

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I’M LOOKING FOR INVESTORS

Showcase your startup to top investors in the Benelux and beyond. Compete through qualifiers, earn your spot in the Grand Final, and get noticed by the right people.

What’s in it for you:

• 👀 Investor visibility:
• 🎤 Stage time at a major event:
• 🏆 Chance to win special prizes
• 🎟️ A free Tectonic 2025 1-day ticket for all selected startups

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Good to know

Participation isn’t exclusive — startups can apply for both the Pitching Competition and the Innovation Challenges. Each has its own selection process, so high-potential startups can poetntially pitch multiple times.

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Want more out of Tectonic?

Join us and become part of Europe’s beating heart by showcasing your startup at our booth fair!

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• 👀 Increase visibility & lead conversations with your own booth
• 🤝 Exchange details & pitch to any of 350+ Investors via our matchmaking tool
• 🧲 Inspire and attract talent to support you in your mission </aside>

ℹ️ The Silver Partnership is designed to give your startup high visibility among investors, talent, and key players in the ecosystem. This will greatly help you to highlight your innovation and unique value within the Belgian and European startup scene.

Note that if you are selected for the pitching competition, you will still get free tickets for the 1st day of the event. The costs will be deducted from your purchased startup package.

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⚠️ Special Offer for Early-Stage Startups 🎁

• Hop on a call with us and let’s discuss if you can get access to exclusive benefits for small startups! Book a quick meeting here or contact us at [email protected]!

This exclusive benefit will end on the 5th of October and includes:

• Extra 30% discount on the normal price of a booth.
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