10 SEPTEMBER 2026 · COMMUNITY · CITY
PANEL: 10 Lessons from Top Investors.
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10 Lessons from Top Investors 10 September | 10:30-11:00 Main Stage, Tech Open, Stockholm What separates the startups that become category leaders from those that never quite break through? Join three of the Nordics' leading venture investors as they share the lessons they've learned from backing hundreds of founders, evaluating thousands of pitches, and investing in some of Europe's fastest-growing technology companies. From spotting exceptional founders to identifying the mistakes that repeatedly hold startups back, this conversation offers a rare look inside how experienced investors think—and what every founder should know before building and raising capital. What we'll discuss Together, we'll explore: The qualities the best founders consistently share The biggest fundraising mistakes startups make What separates great companies from good ones The trends investors are most excited about today Lessons from companies that exceeded expectations—and those that didn't Advice every founder should hear earlier in their journey Expect an honest conversation filled with practical insights, real investment stories, and actionable advice from investors who have backed some of Europe's most successful startups. Who should attend? This panel is ideal for: Founders Aspiring entrepreneurs Startup teams Investors Students Anyone interested in startups, venture capital, and company building What you'll gain You'll leave with: Practical lessons from leading Nordic investors A better understanding of what investors look for in founders Insights into today's fundraising landscape Actionable advice you can apply to your own startup journey Moderator Maria Lindholm (CEO, Wellstreet) Speakers Sophia Bendz (Partner, Cherry Ventures) Filip Mark (Partner, Creandum) Rebecka Löthman Rydå (Investor, Norrsken VC) This panel is part of Tech Open, the free open-air tech conference taking place during Nordic Tech Week in the heart of Stockholm.