SMART MOBILITY, PROPTECH, CLIMATETECH PANEL & PITCHING
International online event by Astra Global in association with Gold Ventures
14 June 2021 · Online · 17:00 CET (5:00 PM)
14 June 2021 · Online · 17:00 CET (5:00 PM)
About the Event
In 2021, the global agenda was defined by the rise of smart mobility, proptech, and climatetech. These fields are shaping how digitalization and sustainability are transforming cities and business environments worldwide.
Astra Global, together with Gold Ventures, hosted an international online event where startups presented their solutions to a distinguished jury of leading experts and investors.
All participants had the opportunity to take part in in-depth jury sessions, during which their projects were thoroughly reviewed and received professional evaluation. Following this stage, three winners were selected in the main nominations. These winners gained access to exclusive one-on-one meetings with venture investors, advancing their projects to the next level.
Astra Global, together with Gold Ventures, hosted an international online event where startups presented their solutions to a distinguished jury of leading experts and investors.
All participants had the opportunity to take part in in-depth jury sessions, during which their projects were thoroughly reviewed and received professional evaluation. Following this stage, three winners were selected in the main nominations. These winners gained access to exclusive one-on-one meetings with venture investors, advancing their projects to the next level.
EVENT FORMAT
• Startups Battle — project presentations and expert evaluation by the jury.
• Investors Panel — a strategic discussion on global trends and investment challenges.
• Individual Pitching Sessions & Q&A — in-depth sessions with the jury for all participants, and exclusive meetings with venture investors for the three winners.
• Investors Panel — a strategic discussion on global trends and investment challenges.
• Individual Pitching Sessions & Q&A — in-depth sessions with the jury for all participants, and exclusive meetings with venture investors for the three winners.
CONCEPT
SMART MOBILITY, PROPTECH, CLIMATETECH PANEL & PITCHING emphasized the strategic role of urban technologies in the global economy. The future of urban tech is not about isolated innovations but a comprehensive transformation where mobility, real estate, and climate solutions merge into a sustainable ecosystem that sets new standards for development.
MISSION
To support startups building the smart and sustainable cities of the future; accelerate their access to capital; and foster international partnerships aimed at long-term ESG goals and technological progress.
Project Selection
The jury evaluated projects based on the following criteria:
• Innovation & Disruption — ability to transform the market.
• Scalability & Market Fit — growth potential and product relevance.
• Business & Revenue Model — sustainability of the monetization strategy.
• Team & Leadership — expertise and leadership capacity.
• Technology Excellence — maturity and uniqueness of the technology.
• Impact & Sustainability — long-term value and ESG contribution.
• Presentation & Strategic Vision — clarity of vision and persuasiveness of delivery.
• Regulatory Readiness — preparedness for compliance in regulated markets.
• Innovation & Disruption — ability to transform the market.
• Scalability & Market Fit — growth potential and product relevance.
• Business & Revenue Model — sustainability of the monetization strategy.
• Team & Leadership — expertise and leadership capacity.
• Technology Excellence — maturity and uniqueness of the technology.
• Impact & Sustainability — long-term value and ESG contribution.
• Presentation & Strategic Vision — clarity of vision and persuasiveness of delivery.
• Regulatory Readiness — preparedness for compliance in regulated markets.
Key Discussion Topics 2021
• Investment priorities in smart mobility and urban tech.
• Proptech: digital transformation in real estate management.
• Climatetech: solutions driving sustainable development.
• How venture deal structures evolved in the post-COVID economy.
• International perspectives: USA, Latin America, and Europe.
• ESG and sustainable business models: balancing growth and responsibility.
• Proptech: digital transformation in real estate management.
• Climatetech: solutions driving sustainable development.
• How venture deal structures evolved in the post-COVID economy.
• International perspectives: USA, Latin America, and Europe.
• ESG and sustainable business models: balancing growth and responsibility.
SPEAKERS & JURY
- David BoultonInvestor in Private Equity, DIP Capital. Passionate about working to help daring founders build legendary companies from early-stages to IPO and beyond
- Clara RicardAnalyst, Balderton Capital. Expert in early-stage start-ups
- Daniel LloredaFounder & General Partner, H20 Capital Innovations. Emerging fund manager with +9 years of experience in private equity and venture capital investments
- Bob GillespieExecutive Director, Second Century Ventures. Serial entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience in technology, leadership, operations and finance
- Francisco ForbesGlobal Director, Hyperloop Transportation Technologies. Visionary founder who is always trying to find innovative ways to question status quo
- Kristen PalmaVenture Partner, VU Venture Partners / Stimulo. Market innovation strategist that is dedicated to accelerating high capex sustainable solutions to advance the green economy
- Luis Ruano MarrónCEO, Ricari Venture Capital Rioja. Specialist in Venture Capital investment-startups, entrepreneurship and strategy
- Thomas BigagliVentures, Plug and Play. Entrepreneur, investor, advisor, and consultant, Guest lecturer and mentor at several high class business schools and universities
- Valentina ShegoyanManaging Partner, REACH UK. Works with property technology startups, mentors and real estate and technology organizations across the European Union, leading the investment strategy and selection process
NOMINATIONS
In 2023, startups competed across three key categories:
- BEST STARTUP
- BEST PRODUCT
- BEST BUSINESS MODEL
WINNERS 2021
NEA - New Enterprise Associates
Integral and Open Systems, Inc
SOSV
TESTIMONIALS
PARTNERS 2021
