EP 40: The Development of Chad's Startup Ecosystem with Hamid Khayar
Release Date: 12/18/2023
EP 49: Global Startup Ecosystem Trends in 2025
Startup Ecosystem Podcast
In this episode, StartupBlink's CEO Eli David Rokah dives deep into most interesting trends in the global startup ecosystem in 2025, driven from our research in Global Startup Ecosystem Index 2025. Download the full report ! is an innovation economy research center, working with more than 100 government entities, multilateral organizations and corporations. Its has hundreds of thousands of registered startups, coworking spaces, and accelerators, creating a robust sample of innovation globally. Find out more ! Listen in Listen in
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EP 48: How We Built the Corporate Startup Activity Index – and What We Found
Startup Ecosystem Podcast
In this episode, I sat down with StartupBlink CEO Eli David Rokah to talk about the launch of our Corporate Startup Activity Index. We discussed what corporate startup activity really means, how the Index was built, and some of the most surprising findings from the rankings. is an innovation economy research center, working with more than 100 government entities, multilateral organizations and corporations. Its has hundreds of thousands of registered startups, coworking spaces, and accelerators, creating a robust sample of innovation globally. Find out more ! Listen...
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EP 47: From a Service-Based to a Product-Based Economy - Lessons from North Macedonia
Startup Ecosystem Podcast
In this special episode, we revisit a conversation between our CEO, Eli David Rokah, and Igor Madjov, Founder of , recorded during Eli’s visit to North Macedonia, 2 years ago. They explore how Skopje is emerging as a tech hub, the city’s transition from service-based agencies to product-driven innovation, and what ecosystem builders everywhere can learn from this journey. is an innovation economy research center, working with more than 100 government entities, multilateral organizations and corporations. Its has hundreds of thousands of registered startups,...
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EP 46: Stakeholder Engagement in Startup Ecosystems - Lessons from Bulgaria
Startup Ecosystem Podcast
In this episode of the Startup Ecosystem Podcast, we’re traveling back in time by revisiting an old recording to explore the state of Bulgaria’s startup ecosystem in 2022. This episode features an interview by Eli David Rokah, CEO of StartupBlink, with Momchil Vassilev, the Managing Director of , discussing how different stakeholders’ involvement transformed the Bulgarian startup scene. is an innovation economy research center, working with more than 100 government entities, multilateral organizations and corporations. Its has hundreds of thousands of registered startups,...
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EP 45: Best Practices for Building a Startup Ecosystem in a Small City
Startup Ecosystem Podcast
In this episode, our host, Plamen Ivanov, welcomes Norman Musengimana, the Business Development Manager of Kingston Economic Development Corporation, to discuss best practices for building a startup ecosystem in a small city. The Canadian city of Kingston, with a population of less than 500,000, serves as an inspiring example, demonstrating how such challenges can be overcome to rank your city in the top 15% of 1,310 startup ecosystems. is the startup ecosystem map and research center, working with more than 100 government entities. Its has hundreds of thousands of registered...
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EP 44: Global Startup Ecosystem Trends in 2024
Startup Ecosystem Podcast
In this episode, our new host, Plamen Ivanov welcomes the CEO of StartupBlink, Eli David Rokah to discuss the latest findings from the . Released on May 30, 2024, the Index ranks 1,240 cities and 119 countries, highlighting the latest trends in the global startup ecosystem. is the startup ecosystem map and research center, working with more than 100 government entities. Its has hundreds of thousands of registered startups, coworking spaces, and accelerators, creating a robust sample of innovation globally.
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EP 43: How to Attract Foreign Startups to Your City - Lessons from Vienna
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Discover the secrets of attracting foreign startups to your city, with lessons learned from Vienna Business Agency. In this episode, Mahmod Shamsil welcomes Gabriele Tatzberger, Head of Startup Services at the Vienna Business Agency diving into Vienna's formula of attracting foreign startup to the city. is the startup ecosystem map and research center, working with more than 100 government entities. Its has hundreds of thousands of registered startups, coworking spaces, and accelerators, creating a robust sample of innovation globally.
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EP 42: Slush's Massive Success as a Top Startup Conference
Startup Ecosystem Podcast
The secret of a successful startup ecosystem lies not just in the ideas or investments but significantly in the platforms that bring together its diverse players. This is where , a leading startup conference. In this episode, Mahmod Shamsi welcomes Natalie Lingwood, Head of Expansion at Slush to discuss how they managed to organize a top startup conference. is the startup ecosystem map and research center, working with more than 100 government entities. Its has hundreds of thousands of registered startups, coworking spaces, and accelerators, creating a robust sample of...
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EP 41: How to Scale Your Startups Globally?
Startup Ecosystem Podcast
In the competitive environment of startup ecosystems, how to scale your startups globally is a billion-dollar question. This interesting topic was the highlight of the 41st episode of the , where Mahmod Shamsi, Partnerships Manager at StartupBlink, engaged in a thought-provoking conversation with Eli David, the CEO of StartupBlink. is the startup ecosystem map and research center, working with more than 100 government entities. Its has hundreds of thousands of registered startups, coworking spaces, and accelerators, creating a robust sample of innovation globally. Find out...
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EP 40: The Development of Chad's Startup Ecosystem with Hamid Khayar
Startup Ecosystem Podcast
In the heart of Africa, the Republic of Chad is currently undergoing a transformative wave in its startup ecosystem. This episode features a an interview with Hamid Khayar, a visionary ecosystem developer actively contributing to the development of Chad's startup ecosystem. is the startup ecosystem map and research center, working with more than 100 government entities. Its has tens of thousands of registered startups, coworking spaces, and accelerators, creating a robust sample of innovation globally. Find out more ! Listen in Listen in
info_outlineIn the heart of Africa, the Republic of Chad is currently undergoing a transformative wave in its startup ecosystem. This episode features a an interview with Hamid Khayar, a visionary ecosystem developer actively contributing to the development of Chad's startup ecosystem.
StartupBlink is the startup ecosystem map and research center, working with more than 100 government entities. Its global startup ecosystem map has tens of thousands of registered startups, coworking spaces, and accelerators, creating a robust sample of innovation globally.
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