For the third year in a row, sixteen Dutch startups traveled to Barcelona to participate in 4YFN (Four Years From Now), the startup event of the Mobile World Congress. Their mission? To connect with international customers, investors, and strategic partners to accelerate the next growth phase of their businesses.

With strong preparation and a clear goal in mind, the entrepreneurs made the most of the four days at the fair. What would normally take them months, or even years, was achieved here in just a few days: valuable leads, new collaborations, and a strengthened international position.

The Netherlands as a hotspot for innovation

InnovationQuarter played a crucial role in organizing the mission and helping startups establish the right connections.

“4YFN offers a unique opportunity to build international relationships that can be crucial for a startup’s growth,” says Marit Kuypers, Senior Project Manager International Trade at InnovationQuarter. “The entrepreneurs here are ready to take the next step and put their innovations on the global map.”

With support from many partners, InnovationQuarter is committed to connecting startups with the right networks and markets, enabling them to grow into international success stories.