STREAM CONNECT 18: Rethinking success metrics: the return of the exit slide

In the coming years, investors are expected to shift their focus from investment round valuations to exits and distribution as key success metrics. The year 2023 is poised to be one of the toughest for exit values, making the pursuit of successful exits challenging. Investors are now exploring alternative exit strategies, such as Private Equity acquisitions, and are keen on shorter exit timelines. This shift is particularly beneficial for angel investors, who may see quicker returns on early investments and potentially increase their activity levels compared to 2023.

For startups, this trend marks the resurgence of the “Exit Slide” in pitch decks. Investors now anticipate that entrepreneurs will have a clear understanding of their funding pathway and potential exit strategies from the early stages. This expectation comes after a decade of prolonged exit timelines and the unfulfilled potential of a “secondary market”. Startups must now carefully consider their approach to Mergers & Acquisitions (M&As) and other exit avenues, drawing lessons from successful exits in recent years to identify the most effective strategies.

Let’s explore this together at Stream Connect, episode 18!

Programme:

14:45 Doors open.

15:00 - 15:05 Welcome words by Margarita Khartanovich, Head of Startup Services.

15:05 - 15:20 "M&As - the road to the exit and what to expect", keynote by Juuso Aulanko, Managing Partner, M&A Professional at 3J Partners Oy

15:20 - 15:35 Keynote 2 - TBA.

15:35 - 16:00 "Rethinking success metrics: the return of the exit slide", panel discussion - TBA.

16:00 - 17:00 Networking facilitated by the Platform6 team

17:00 Event ends.

About Platform6

Platform6 is a startup house in the heart of Tampere that opened its doors on the 1st of October in 2020. It offers startups a structured growth path along with a curated space, peer support, global networks and carefully selected services & programmes that help startups at all stages (from ideation to international expansion)grow, scale and access private investments, public funding, mentors, strategic partners, corporates, top talent, customers, etc.

As of now, we have 80 startups, 7 organisations, 200+ members, and 5 startup programmes, working and running from Platform6 as well as 30 partners to support the startup growth. It is operated by a coalition of startups Tampere Startup Hub and supported by The City of Tampere.

Let’s connect!

The capacity of our venue is limited so we ask you to register only if you are sure that you can join the event. Cancel your registration if your plans change. We expect to be sold out fast - reserve your ticket well in advance. If you have any questions or requests, please direct them to Margarita Khartanovich, CMO at Platform6 via margarita@platform6.fi.