TALKS

imec.istart

Grounded in our work with early-stage founders, this podcast offers an inside look at how meaningful tech companies take shape. We explore the decisions, challenges, and pivotal moments that define the journey from startup to scaleup — drawn directly from what we see inside the imec.istart accelerator.

Categories: Business

Listen to the last episode:

Grégoire de Hemptinne reveals how Shayp uses real-time data to tackle one of the world's most overlooked sustainability problems: water loss. He reflects on finding product-market fit in a slow-moving industry, using storytelling to scale climate tech, and building the partnerships and persistence needed to create systemic change in how cities, companies, and households manage water.

Previous episodes

18 - S3 - On storytelling that drives action, managing investor expectations, and getting your impact issue on the agenda - with Grégoire de Hemptinne (Shayp)
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 - 0h

17 - S3 - On female entrepreneurship, hiring for mindset, and why founders often need to say less, not more - with Christina Hadinoto (Contour Lab)
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 - 0h

16 - S3 - On choosing impact over comfort, finding the right co-founder, and knowing when it's time to leave the lab - with Senne Bonnaerens (OnTracx)
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 - 0h

15 - S3 - On resilience in tough markets, balancing mission with economics, and steering clear of unintended consequences - with Niki De Schryver (COSH!)
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 - 0h

14 - S3 - On building community, playing the long game, and using science to shape healthier habits. - with Rosanne Warmerdam (HealthBlocks)
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 - 0h