Bridging the Funding Gap: Insights from Both Sides of the Table

Securing the right funding is a two-way street—while start-ups and scale-ups seek capital to fuel their growth, investors themselves must also raise and manage funds effectively to back the next generation of innovators. In this session, Sophie Stegen, head of listing Benelux & CEE at Euronext invites Tom Van de Voorde – head of Smart Industries of Gimv, to explore how both sides of the funding ecosystem—companies and investors—can break through funding barriers and thrive.   As a publicly listed investment firm, Gimv straddles private and public capital, offering insights into how investors select companies and how public markets can provide liquidity. With increasing competition for capital, knowing when to seek private funding or tap into public markets is crucial.  Euronext plays a key role in this dynamic, connecting investors and companies to drive sustainable growth. Join us to learn how to navigate the evolving funding landscape and build the right partnerships for long-term success.