Airbnb is a community based on connection and belonging. Airbnb was born in 2007 when two Hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home, and has since grown to over 5 million Hosts who have welcomed over 1.5 billion guest arrivals in almost every country across the globe. Every day, Hosts offer unique stays and experiences that make it possible for guests to connect with communities in a more authentic way. travel accommodations, collaborative economy, and hospitality

Sectors: Real Estate

Creating a thriving angel investment ecosystem across the island of Ireland HBAN is a platform that connects individual angels and syndicates to startups across the island of Ireland. Angels on the HBAN platform have invested over €170m from private investors into more than 700 deals and exits with renowned companies such as Decawave ($400m), Glofox (€200m plus), Aventamed (undisclosed), Boxever (€130m) and several others. The mission of HBAN is to foster a thriving angel investment ecosystem across the island of Ireland. We represent the views of angel investors and provide data-informed policy recommendations to the government, we championing inclusivity and …

Sectors: Startup accelerator & VC

[Automatic translation follows] Much more than a job! Lidl established itself in France in 1989. We experienced very rapid expansion which allowed us to become a key player in mass distribution. Lidl France today has 45,000 employees, more than 1,570 stores, 25 Regional Departments and a head office on 2 sites: in Strasbourg which brings together all administrative support functions (HR Administration and Training, Finance, IT) and in Rungis where we have grouped all operational support functions (Central Purchasing, Logistics and Supply Chain, Real Estate, Technical, Business Development, Investments, HR, Legal and General Expenses). In 2012, Lidl made a turning …

Sectors: Retail and Distribution

@EU_Commission initiative. Hub for #Startups, #Scaleups #Entrepreneurship, #Innovation, #FinTech & #ICTstandards Startup Europe is an initiative of the European Commission designed to connect startups, investors, accelerators, entrepreneurs, corporate networks, universities and the media through an array of networks. Furthermore, it intends to connect local startup ecosystems around Europe and enhance their capacity to invest in other international markets. Not less important, it celebrates the European entrepreneurs'​ success, making it visible and rewarding (e.g. Startup Europe Awards).

Sectors: Startup accelerator & VC