Sebastien Toupy

Community builder, startup lover & Impact advocate 👩‍💻 🌱
Prev Head of Startups @thenextweb 🔥
World Traveler 🗺️ | Foodie 🧆

[Ξthan Pierse 🦙🤖 @EthanPierse]

TLDR version: Join my European Emerging Tech Investment Syndicate below

Given the amount of conferences that I speak at and the number of wonderful people like you that I have been able to connect with, I'm often asked if I can raise money for startups or connect them with investors but that is complicated to do as a service given licensing and regulatory compliance issues.

Syndicated investments, like on platforms like AngelList, help this by allowing me to group individual, smaller investors into one single investment for a startup, but sadly, AngelList doesn't really work for Europe.

@Uniborn_com is solving this. It is a new European platform that is one part social media, allowing people to connect and join groups (syndicates) to learn about specific startup investments, and one part infrastructure, creating the legal process for those syndicated deals.

I'm excited that they've asked me to launch one of the first groups on the platform and even more excited to invite those of you that are interested in early-stage startup investments to join me there.

1. It is free to join Uniborn and my syndicate (cartel). The minimum investment in startups will be 1000€.

2. You do not have to be a VC or existing business angel. Unlike in the US, this is not limited to "accredited" investors. (the total number of investors per deal is limited for regulatory compliance, however)

3. Anyone in the world can join the group and invest, as long as you aren't from one of the countries commonly blacklisted for financial activities.

4. Startups will probably be primarily located in the EU, but could technically be from anywhere, as well.

5. Uniborn, as well as each startup investment syndicate, is based in Estonia.

📝 My primary investment category (thesis) will be around European Emerging Tech, covering the trifecta of web3, artificial intelligence, and sustainable development. Given that it is not a fund, however, I'll be able to propose any interesting startup opportunities to the group.

🥇 The first startup is going to be epic...A clear leader in their space, well-positioned to scale over the next few years. I'm eager to share those details with the private community.

🔗 Join my Uniborn cartel here (it is mobile-first, so this will take you to the app): https://t.co/TAzlPP4HH8

Fine print: This not a solicitation to join a specific investment, it's basically a private whatsapp or facebook group where I can then communicate general information about a current investment opportunity. Group members who would like specific deal information and terms would then request access to that information, in order to stay compliant with general solicitation obligations. This is not an investment fund and there is no management of grouped capital from individuals. Each member would make an individual investment into the specific deal after considering any/all obligations and risks.

[BizkaiaEmpresa @BizkaiaEmpresa]

#BizkaiaEnpresa

"Competimos junto a ciudades y regiones por una posición de liderazgo en torno a las grandes transformaciones. Por atraer talento, proyectos, inversiones. #Bizkaia debe convertirse en un living lab para un modelo innovador y en un territorio #ConectadoAlMundo"

[Uniborn @Uniborn_com]

Our gorgeous @sebatoupy spent some time at @BEC_Bilbao today, talking about the changing landscape in early-stage investing in Europe and its growing startup ecosystem. Stay tuned! #bizkaia

[Tim Urban @waitbutwhy]

My book What's Our Problem? is now available.

The book introduces a new framework for thinking about our chaotic political environment. With 303 drawings, it's a toolbox for understanding our societies, our group dynamics, and our own minds.

Get it here: https://t.co/BnPpcn0RYr

[Orkhan Mammadov @MammadovOrkh]

Had an interesting conversation with Sebastien Toupy @sebatoupy advisor of @startupestonia from #Estonia on Innovation Ecosystem in #Azerbaijan and #KOBİA's support mechanisms focused on development of innovative #businesses and #startups.

[Sebastien Toupy @sebatoupy]

Time to invest in the planet. Check out @SingleEarth1 if you haven't already. Today you can purchase their #MERITtoken and become part of the solution!
https://t.co/Z9ZAi9I0Vx

[Sebastien Toupy @sebatoupy]

@siimteller @triinhertmann @testlio @grunfin @sunlyfeed @solidworlddao @ReverseResourcs @CleantechEst Don't worry @siimteller, we will do the next one in October and I'll make sure to reach out to you in advance 👍

[Triin Hertmann @triinhertmann]

Looks like a nice dinner with friends (that is also true), but combined these people influence lives of tousands of people positively @sebatoupy @testlio @grunfin @sunlyfeed @solidworlddao @ReverseResourcs @CleantechEst and others 💚

[PIRATE Summit @PIRATESummit]

Every year we have founder tell their stories. Of course, we will have a 💬 Founder Stories 💬 track this year as well.

We want to give stage to entrepreneurs to share exceptional and memorable stories. Personal, authentic and insightful.

To apply: https://t.co/1h6ejmKOLR

[Ξthan Pierse 🦙🤖 @EthanPierse]

Thank you and congratulations @LiisiOrg, CEO of @Latitude59, for executing a fantastic conference.

Excellent speaker curation (🎩 @sebatoupy) and your whole #latitude59 team has been incredible.

Thanks for taking such good care of us Kateriine 🙏🏻

[Bridging Edges @bridging_edges]

Solutions for the tech hiring problem in Estonia. By @sebatoupy Advisor @startupestonia Program Dir.
@Latitude59 #solutions #hiring #tech #talent #estonia #hr #ecosystems #digitalnomads

[Bridging Edges @bridging_edges]

What pain point is Estonia's ecosystem facing right now? By @sebatoupy Advisor @startupestonia Program Dir. @Latitude59 #solutions #hiring #tech #talent #estonia #hr #ecosystems #digitalnomads

[Bridging Edges @bridging_edges]

Introducing @sebatoupy who has spent the past 7 years building startup communities and delivering programs that shed light on the next generation of tech entrepreneurs. Advisor @startupestonia Program Dir. @Latitude59 Ambassador at Top Tier Impact

[Dilek @DilekDayinlarli]

@sebatoupy @LiisiOrg and @Latitude59
team, thank you for the great event and the invitation!🥳
Content, networking, and energy - all were super!

[Connor Swenson @connorswenson_]

@SimoneStolzoff @sebatoupy Teacher of mine has a nice definition

"To simply give an account"

I like that - sometimes that word scares ppl or feels intense, when really it is about human connection and sharing - being there for each other

And it's amazing how simply being with another keeps us going

[Ukraine / Україна @Ukraine]

Many people around the world now google: ‘Why Russia invaded Ukraine?’

Indeed, WHY?

Here is a website to explain: https://t.co/L6OkGLYIhg

Please share far and wide

[Sebastien Toupy @sebatoupy]

How the tech community can help Ukraine via @siftedeu https://t.co/aH59ly6WFv

[Sebastien Toupy @sebatoupy]

For Ukraine to be officially recognized as a candidate state to the European Union - Sign the Petition! https://t.co/KDRX6Zw8Pu via @Change

[Andrii Degeler @adegeler]

I'd walked around the city of Khmelnytskyi this morning. There were a few lines to the ATMs and some stores; but by far the longest queue I saw was to a military enlistment office.

Glory to Ukraine. Glory to the heroes. 🇺🇦

[Margus Gering @MargusGering]

Tallinn today, approx. 30 000 citizens came out to show their respect and solidarity with our 🇺🇦 Ukrainian friends. 🇪🇪 #StandWithUkraine and aim to #StopPutin & #CancelRussia.