Rendering courtesy of Integrated Systems Events.
Integrated Systems Europe ISE, the professional AV and systems integration show, has unveiled an all-new Innovation Park for ISE 2025. Located in the heart of Congress Square, the initiative will take place across show days from 4-7 February 2025 and will be a great opportunity for startups to showcase their groundbreaking business ideas and connect with industry leaders. The Innovation Park will include a dedicated investor lounge as well as a pitching stage programmed by startup venture capital experts Plug & Play throughout the four days of the show.
A hub for innovation
Mike Blackman, managing director of Integrated Systems Events, explains: “The introduction of the Innovation Park further strengthens ISE’s tradition of driving innovation in the pro AV and systems integration sectors. Our ISE 2024 visitor survey revealed that 64% of visitors are keen to discover new products and services, 80% of visitors play a key role in their purchasing decision and 47% expect to invest or spend with exhibitors they meet at the show, meaning ISE is the ideal place to take your business ideas to the next level.”
Introducing the Innovation Park
This new dedicated space has been designed to support and enhance the efforts of startups – early-stage companies offering a unique product or service and aiming for rapid expansion. It offers them a unique opportunity to expand their capabilities through valuable connections with influential experts at ISE. Key features of the Innovation Park include:
- Exhibition area: A dedicated space with promotional pods showcasing the latest innovations. The area aims to position startups in front of ISE’s leading expert audience and provide them with the opportunity to meet and interact with potential buyers, suppliers and investors.
- Pitching Stage: Run by Plug and Play, one of the world’s leading early-stage venture capital firms, the Innovation Park Pitching Stage provides startups with a platform to present their innovations to a discerning audience of experts, investors and business professionals.
- Investor Forum: It is a special event on the first day of ISE 2025, aiming to provide investors and startups with further exposure and an opportunity to discuss the industry and trends.
- Matchmaking/Networking Lounge: It facilitates strategic connections between startups and potential partners and investors to enhance collaboration opportunities.
- Hackathon: It’s an exciting competition where industry experts and students collaborate to solve problems in real time and develop innovative solutions. The winning teams will be announced on the last day of ISE.
- Startup Networking Evening Event: It is an informal and engaging networking event where startups can build relationships in a relaxed atmosphere.
Startup companies wanted
Applications to participate in the Innovation Park are now open.
Successful startup applicants will receive a turnkey 6-sqm (64.5-sq-ft) promotional pod to showcase their innovation. Promotional pod availability is limited, so early applications are encouraged.
