Speed up your international growth at 4YFN in Barcelona
Do you work in deep tech, healthtech, telecoms or another pioneering technology? And are you ready to grow outside the Netherlands?
Then this is your opportunity to break through internationally.
Every year InnovationQuarter travels to Barcelona for the 4YFN (Four Years From Now) with a select group of Dutch tech start-ups.
As part of the Dutch delegation, you have direct access to a worldwide network of investors, tech scouts, and strategic partners.
Why this is your opportunity
International growth is complicated. Finding the right people is even harder.
This is why we make sure that you do not have to search alone, but are at the table straightaway. This is what you can expect if you join.
- Strategic visibility: get noticed through a professional presentation at The Netherlands Pavilion right at the center of the trade fair.
- Targeted matchmaking: we draw on our network and Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) to connect you to the right partners for discussions.
- Knowledge exchange: benefit from the experiences of other founders and the expert support of our project managers.
- Access to center stage: get the opportunity to pitch your innovation to an international audience of investors and corporates.
The event in figures
- 110,000 business visitors
- Over 200 countries represented
- More than 1,000 start-ups present
- EUR 60 billion in investment capital
You do not meet random people here, but people who can speed up your growth.
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Proven results
Attendees go home with more than just inspiration. They have acquired concrete leads and new market opportunities, and on average rate the mission at 9 out of 10.
“ If you want to get onto a rollercoaster of opportunities and meet the biggest companies in the world, this is where you need to be.”
Who is this for?
The mission to 4YFN is aimed at ambitious tech entrepreneurs who have outgrown the Dutch market and are ready to scale up abroad.
- Sell an innovative tech product or service (e.g. connectivity, AI, deep tech or healthtech).
- Search for customers or pilot customers, strategic partners or growth capital.
Ready for international growth?
The mission is held in March every year. If you would like to be part of the Dutch delegation in 2027, register below and we will contact you.
Do you want to know more about the mission?
I would be happy to help you open the right doors in Barcelona. Do you have any questions about the selection process or the program?
