Episode 153- Startup Diplomacy: European Union's Innovation Council President Michiel Scheffer on Markets, Money, and Momentum

Michiel Scheffer, a Dutch national, boasts 30 years of expertise in innovation, technology, and public policy. Leading Polisema BV, aiding ICT and medical device start-ups, he managed EU-funded projects and served as Regional Minister of Gelderland, contributing significantly to European Union R&D initiatives through 100+ publications. On The Menu: 1. Financial Crisis Impact: Shift from Politics to Nurturing Startups 2. Dynamic Dutch Startup Ecosystem: Connectedness within Europe 3. European Innovation Council's Role: Driving Innovation and Attracting Capital 4. Overcoming Startup Hurdles: Tackling Capital and Market Acceptance 5. EIC's Green Commitment: Funding for Sustainable Startups 6. Green Tech Opposition: Recognizing and Advancing Environmental Innovation