State of Dutch Tech 2023

Uniting leaders in Dutch tech. The Netherlands can be proud, it is home to some of the world’s most inspirational tech companies, whose groundbreaking innovations hold the potential to revolutionise and improve the planet as we know it. To fully unleash this potential and to create a more ambitious, diverse and connected ecosystem, major shifts are needed to break down the common barriers scaling businesses face.

Ready to experience the power of Dutch tech?

Join us in-person for February’s hybrid State of Dutch Tech 2023 event in The Hague, where we unite leaders from the tech ecosystem who together hold the power to unlock its towering global potential.

Don’t miss out, places for the in-person event are limited. Register now to secure your spot.

10:15 AM - 10:45 AM

Walk in

10:45 AM - 11:20 AM

Welcome & Launch State of Dutch Tech Report

Speakers: Mark Rutte, Prime Minister of the Netherlands & Constantijn van Oranje, Special Envoy Techleap.nl.

11:20 AM - 12:10 PM

Together for Transitions

During an interactive show, we'll discuss the bottlenecks in the Dutch ecosystem. We bring together leaders from the sector with a united goal of unlocking its towering potential on a global scale. Three key topics:

- Unlocking Dutch Deeptech potential

- Co-investments, why would I care?

- Diversity & Inclusion as Business Enablers

12:10 PM - 12:30 PM

Committing to Impact

Speakers: Micky Adriaansens, Minister of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Time to connect!

With over 350 attendees confirmed, it's your unique chance to connect with some of the most experienced serial entrepreneurs, investors, and Dutch policy makers!

The Netherlands excels in European entrepreneurship, boasting success stories from businesses tackling vital societal issues like Remote, Mapiq, LG Sonic, Picnic, Nearfield Instruments, Effect Photonics, Axelera AI, Mosa Meat, Meatable and many others.

However, the ecosystem is at a crucial stage. Major shifts are needed to cement the Netherlands as a global tech powerhouse. State of Dutch Tech 2023 is an opportunity for leading figures to come together in person and discuss how we can tackle the biggest roadblocks currently facing scaleups, like talent, diversity, capital and policies, and create a thriving landscape that showcases the true power of Dutch tech to the world.

To achieve this, State of Dutch Tech 2023 will connect you with fellow leaders in a hybrid event that paves the way for a thriving, inclusive tech ecosystem, one that enables the trailblazing potential we have right here on our doorstep to prosper.

1. Is it an online or an in-person event?

2. Who will be speaking?

3. Can I invite other people from my network to attend the in-person event?

4. Who can I contact in case I have issues with my registration or livestream?

5. Will the event be recorded?

6. How can I join the event?

More details about the location in The Hague will be shared soon.

If you decide to join this hybrid event online, you can get access through your personal livestream link. This link will be sent to the email address you used when registering for the online event. Check your inbox (incl. spam folder) one hour before the event - you should receive an email from us with the access details.

As an important member of the ecosystem, we look forward to meeting with you at the in-person event. Should you not be able to join the event in The Hague, but would like to join us online instead, Please indicate that in the registration form or let us via events@techleap.nl.