From Lab to Launch: Strategies for Building a Successful Deep Tech Startup | Deep Tech Catalyst

Welcome to the 56^th edition of Deep Tech Catalyst, the channel by The Scenarionist where science meets venture!

This week, we are excited to host Leonardo Massa, Investment Director at MITO Technology to discuss the critical steps for transforming groundbreaking ideas into investable deep tech companies.

In this edition, you’ll learn how to transition a lab prototype into a VC-backable startup, why customer discovery is essential for aligning innovation with market demands, and how financial planning can lay the foundation for scaling.

We also explore the nuances of negotiating with Technology Transfer Offices (TTOs) and share strategies for creating an "unfair advantage" that sets your startup apart.

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Key Themes Covered:

• 🔬 From a Lab Prototype to a VC-Backable Startup

• 🥇 The Importance of Building an Exceptional Startup Team

• 🎯 Customer Discovery 101: Does This Matter to the Market?

• 📈 How to Approach Financial Planning in Early-Stage Ventures

• 🤝 Navigating Negotiations with Technology Transfer Offices (TTOs)

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BEYOND THE CONVERSATION — STRATEGIC INSIGHTS FROM THE EPISODE

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