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Dive into the foundational strategies that forge successful startups in "Blueprint for Startup Success: Strategies from a Serial Entrepreneur," presented by Alexandre Mars. Renowned for his investments in Spotify and Pinterest, Mars is a serial entrepreneur who believes in the universal potential for startup triumph. In this workshop, Mars will disclose the pivotal lessons from his illustrious career, including how to craft a startup that thrives financially and ethically. Foundations of Success: Delve into the essential strategies that have driven Mars’s successful ventures across continents. Ethics and Enterprise: Discover how to intertwine ethical practices with business growth, learning from Mars's philanthropic efforts. Insider Knowledge: Benefit from Mars's unique insights on negotiating acquisitions and fostering corporate relationships that led to selling startups to industry giants. Sustainable Impact: Understand how to incorporate sustainable social impact into your business model for long-term success.

Speaker: Alexandre Mars, founder & CEO @ Blisce ($250M+ B Corp certified VC Fund)

This workshop is a can’t-miss for #FutureFounders, #TechPioneers, and anyone with a vision to lead startups to success while contributing positively to society.

About the speaker: Alexandre Mars began his career as an entrepreneur at the age of 17. Since then, he has successfully launched and sold several tech companies in Europe and the US. After selling his last two startups, Mars put his expertise as an entrepreneur to work for social causes.

Alexandre is an entrepreneur and a philanthropist. He is the President and founder of the Epic Foundation, which has mobilized millions since 2015 to empower and protect children, youth and our planet, and of blisce/, a leading transatlantic investment firm committed to investing differently (Talkiatry, Headspace, Too Good To Go, etc.). Last year, he launched a social EdTech called INFIИITE, which helps students from underprivileged backgrounds gain access to the world's best universities. He is also a board member and ambassador of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. He hosts an inspirational podcast called PAUSE and is the author of several books sold worldwide.

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Wed, October 29, 2025
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