GoWest — Nordic Venture Capital Forum GoWest is one of the Nordics’ leading venture capital forums for startups, scale-ups, investors, and ecosystem leaders focused on the future of innovation and industry. Hosted in Gothenburg, Sweden, GoWest brings together founders, venture capitalists, angel investors, corporations, universities, policymakers, and talent from across Europe to accelerate the growth of ambitious technology companies — from pre-seed to Series A and beyond. At the intersection of deep tech, industrial transformation, sustainability, and entrepreneurship, GoWest reflects the unique strengths of West Sweden: a region shaped by world-leading industry, engineering excellence, and an increasingly dynamic startup ecosystem. A MEETING PLACE FOR FOUNDERS, INVESTORS AND FUTURE INDUSTRIES GoWest exists to create meaningful connections between startups and capital. Over the course of several days, we facilitate high-quality matchmaking between founders and investors while also creating a platform for discussions around the future of European innovation, competitiveness, and technology leadership. The conference focuses especially on sectors where Europe — and the Nordics — have the potential to lead globally: Deep tech Climate tech Mobility and automotive innovation AI and emerging technologies Life science and health innovation Energy and electrification Industrial transformation Space and frontier technologies University spinouts and research commercialization GoWest is designed not only as an event, but as a catalyst for long-term collaboration between startups, investors, universities, corporations, and public stakeholders. WHAT HAPPENS AT GOWEST? GoWest combines structured investor matchmaking with inspiring stage content, networking opportunities, curated side events, and ecosystem-building activities.The conference includes: Startup-investor matchmaking Pitch sessions and founder showcases Investor programs and LP activities Keynotes and panel discussions Policy and innovation forums Workshops and breakout sessions Community gatherings and side events Networking experiences across Gothenburg Every year, hundreds of startups and investors participate in curated meetings designed to create real business opportunities and long-term relationships. A PLATFORM FOR THE NORDIC INNOVATION ECOSYSTEM GoWest is built around collaboration. We work closely with incubators, science parks, universities, accelerators, investors, corporations, and public organizations across the Nordics and Europe to strengthen the region’s innovation ecosystem. The conference is founded by Chalmers University of Technology and the University of Gothenburg and developed together with ecosystem partners who share a vision of building globally competitive technology companies from Europe. WHY VOLUNTEER AT GoWest? GoWest is powered by people who are passionate about innovation, entrepreneurship, technology, and building meaningful experiences. As a volunteer, you become part of an international community working at the center of the Nordic startup and investment ecosystem. This is an opportunity to: Build experience in event production and international conferences Meet founders, investors, and industry leaders Expand your professional network Gain insight into startups, venture capital, and innovation Develop communication, coordination, and operational skills Work alongside an ambitious and welcoming team Get behind-the-scenes access to one of the Nordics’ leading tech events We welcome students, young professionals, international talent, and anyone curious about startups, innovation, events, and community building. Whether your interests are within business, tech, operations, communication, hospitality, partnerships, or entrepreneurship, GoWest offers a dynamic environment where you can learn, contribute, and grow.

WorkMatch är en AI-driven rekryteringsplattform som kopplar samman kandidater och arbetsgivare genom smart matchning baserad på kompetens, behov och potential. Plattformen gör rekryteringsprocessen snabbare, mer träffsäker och mer transparent för både jobbsökande och företag. WorkMatch är en modern rekryteringsplattform som använder AI och datadriven matchning för att identifiera rätt kandidat för rätt roll. Genom att analysera kompetenser, preferenser och arbetsgivares behov skapar plattformen mer relevanta matchningar, minskar tiden för rekrytering och förbättrar kvaliteten på anställningar. Kandidater kan enkelt hitta jobb och bli upptäckta av arbetsgivare, medan företag effektivt kan identifiera talanger som passar både rollen och organisationen.

Swed Fintech AB is developing tech-driven investor outreach and capital allocation programs to help emerging finance talent bridge the gap between academic theory and professional practice through advanced, systematic learning. There is a critical gap between traditional finance education and the demands of a modern, technology-driven investment ecosystem. Many talented individuals struggle to translate academic knowledge into real-world investor relations, capital allocation, and relationship management skills. This problem affects graduates, career changers, and even early-stage professionals — limiting their ability to build successful careers and slowing innovation in the financial sector. Swed Fintech AB is tackling this problem by integrating advanced tech, systematic research, and global best practices into a unique internship program. Interns work side-by-side with senior professionals to gain firsthand exposure to capital raising, investor outreach, and allocator psychology, while also interacting with modern CRM systems, outreach automations, and AI-based research tools. We blend human skills with technology to deliver a transformative learning experience rooted in Nordic excellence and strategic thinking. At Swed Fintech AB, we believe humanity will thrive in a future where fintech, automation, and AI transform 99% of repetitive tasks — freeing people to focus on higher-value problem solving and innovation. Seeing how many young finance professionals struggle to access practical, meaningful opportunities, we were inspired to bridge this gap by combining world-class training with technology-driven solutions. We are motivated by a mission to transform humanity through excellence in frontier research and technology, helping shape a better financial, healthcare, and learning landscape for everyone.

Brinna AI is building the next-gen brand intelligence platform, powered by AI — to help global companies take control of their brand at scale. Brand management today is fragmented, manual, and inefficient — making consistency and creativity hard to maintain. Brinna AI changes that. Our agentic platform automates and augments brand management, unlocking new levels of speed, precision, and brand coherence. We’ve spent the last five years running a leading Brand Management agency. That hands-on experience and first-hand view of the problems led us here — to reimagine how brands are built and scaled in the age of AI.

Andsend is developing an AI-powered relationship management platform to help consultants, small business owners, and sales professionals build authentic business connections that convert to results, with intelligent conversation guidance. WHAT PROBLEM ARE WE SOLVING? We're addressing the gap between traditional CRMs and communication tools. Professionals who depend on relationship-building know strong connections are crucial, yet follow-ups slip through cracks, outreach becomes reactive, and they struggle to prioritize effectively. This affects three key groups: * Independent consultants and small agency owners whose client work leaves little time for nurturing their business pipeline * Relationship-focused sales professionals whose CRMs track deals but don't guide strategic communication * Senior consultants with business development responsibilities who need to balance client value with relationship cultivation Current alternatives (sales automation, email tools, contact managers, and complex CRMs) fail to provide intelligent assistance for purposeful relationship-building. HOW ARE WE SOLVING IT? Andsend offers a relationship intelligence platform built on a powerful premise: a tool that understands your goals and guides interactions toward achieving them. Our solution provides: * AI-Powered Contact Prioritization: Identifying who needs attention now based on goals and opportunities * Strategy-Driven "Playbooks": Strategic plans that guide conversations toward specific relationship objectives * Authentic Message Assistance: Communication help that sounds like you, tailored to relationship context * Smart Follow-Up System: Ensuring critical follow-ups maintain momentum with optimal timing Technically, we integrate with LinkedIn and email via Chrome extension and APIs, creating a unified conversation view that eliminates platform-switching. WHAT MOTIVATED US? Our founders experienced this problem as consultants, agency owners, and sales leaders. We saw how fragmented tools cost professionals up to 40% of their relationship management capacity through platform-switching alone. We believe business is built on relationships - not just transactions. Andsend transforms how professionals manage their most valuable asset with AI that enhances human connection rather than replacing it.

Nordic Bio-Graphite aims to transform industries toward a net-zero future by supplying CO2 negative graphite. Graphite is the largest component in EV batteries and a critical material for green steel production. However, traditional production methods emit up to 20 kg of CO2 per kg of graphite and consumes significant energy. Leveraging two patent-pending innovations developed by leading materials scientists at KTH Sweden, we have developed the first solution to produce fossil-free graphite from bio-based materials at scale. This unique process enables us to produce green graphite at a cost close to fossil based graphite, while significantly reducing emissions and boosting energy efficiency. Within four years, NBG aims to prevent over 150,000 tonss of CO2 emissions annually.

Pinpoint Estimates, a dynamic fintech company based in Stockholm, is dedicated to fostering transparency and democratising the stock market. We operate an open platform that leverages crowd-sourced financial estimates from independent analysts and private investors for companies listed on the Nordic stock exchanges. In the last year, Pinpoint Estimates achieved significant milestones, tripling our data volume, launching our first integrations with other investor tools and becoming a standard for market expectations data used by financial media. However, our ambitions extend further – we aim to attract more users, expand into new markets and integrate with more tools and platforms. To achieve these goals, we are actively seeking smart and passionate individuals to join our team.

Anilyze is a stealth-mode startup leading the transition to secure animal health data management for all stakeholders in the industry. We use proprietary hardware and software to improve traceability and accountability, bringing humans and animals closer together. All while driving advancements in both animal welfare and public health.

Navari aims to revolutionize today´s minimally invasive liver surgery with augmented reality. To do so, Navari develops a software tool using AR to improve the removal of liver cancer tumors. Our technology ensures that the surgeons can navigate themselves during the surgery in an easy way, enabling them to locate and remove the tumor in the safest, quickest, and most precise way.

Freaky Sauces is a Swedish food brand with an ambition to develop exciting and unique sauces Born in a humble studio apartment in Stockholm and founded by a visionary second-generation immigrant, we celebrate diversity and encourage uniqueness through our freaky products. With our passion for food, we got tired of one-noted sauces that all taste the same. Freaky Sauces is here to revolutionize the food market by pushing the boundaries of flavor and seasoning, making every bite an experience out of the ordinary. Each creation is perfected to achieve the perfect balance between sauce and your food that will leave you craving more.

Small and medium-sized businesses often struggle to find the right IT solutions for their specific needs. With so many technology options available, it can be overwhelming and time-consuming to find the right fit. This can lead to lost time, wasted money, and frustration, as businesses struggle to navigate the complex world of IT solutions. That's why Cygonia is developing a platform to simplify the process of finding the right technology solutions for small and medium-sized businesses. Our proprietary recommendation algorithm provides a custom solution based on a business's specific requirements, streamlining the decision-making process and saving valuable time and resources. By simplifying the process of finding and implementing IT solutions, we're empowering small and medium-sized businesses to improve their productivity and efficiency. At Cygonia, we're passionate about helping businesses thrive, and we believe that by making it easier to find the right technology solutions, we can help them achieve their goals.

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We are a group of enthusiastic folks who are passionate about people and technology. We design all kinds of IT solutions and consultancy for your business. We also find the right IT talent for your projects! Our strengths reside in our values: integrity, social responsibility, community building, and result-driven. In order to give back to the community, we have some home projects that we do out of passion and dedication to our values..We have developed EvKarta App to help Ev car drivers to plan their trips, and Book My Food App to empower home chefs and allow the public to purchase real and tasty home made food! You can learn about our projects in the following websites! www.evkarta.com www.bookmyfood.se We are open and transparent, always up for collaborations and new challenges! Check our website for more and contact us today! www.prodifyab.com

Hyperlab was founded in 2013 and has since grown into an ambitious team of creatives and technologists with a shared focus on quality, user experience and sustainable growth. We are in the business of creating digital tools and experiences that help people understand and engage with the world around us.

We help e-tailers and manufacturing brands to cooperate much more efficiently within performance marketing. Cooperative remarketing enables brands to participate in the mid to bottom part of the sales funnel.  This helps brands and retailers cooperate much more efficiently, utilizing each other strengths and creating a clear win-win-win; - Enable Brands access to 100% relevant buyers - Enable Retailers increased sales without cost - Enable Consumers desired reviews and product information to build trust in the moment of truth. We have solid proof in the Electronics segment across Nordics (SEK 407 Million documented sales for our retail partners last 24-months). We are now ready to scale outside Nordics and to multiple new online segments besides CE, i.e. Baby/Child, Petfood, Gym/protein, Beauty/Cosmetics, etc. We have built the next-generation retargeting platform (hyper-local and contextual content) that through AI/ML can automatically generate ad-copy for large retailer catalogs in real-time. Our platform automatically aggregates and builds unique large catalog campaigns based on all retailer and brand content (product info, user/expert reviews, pictures, video, etc) and through content-driven retargeting, provides unmatched performance marketing results. Our references and recurring customers are the most recognized Global consumer electronics brands and the largest retailers in the Nordics.