Life of a Greek startup:
Working Locally…Aiming Globally
Why?
Advantages:
• Language
• Sun
• Temperament
Disadvantages:
• Unstable Environment
• Delayed Adoption
• Low or No Competition
• Lack of “Startup Veterans”
• Unstable Environment
• Delayed Adoption
• Low or No Competition
• Lack of “Startup Veterans”
Challenges:
• Lack of startup mentality
• “Last minute” mentality
• Country Image
• “Remote customers”
Opportunities:
• Unbelievable Talent
• Low competition
• Financial Crisis
How do we address them:• Research and study
• Travel a lot
• Ask for help
• Keep trying
• WORK REALLY HARD!
Steps Forward:
New-born startup ecosystem
The Reason:
• People are changing!
What GR startups have to do:• Become global entrepreneurs not just Greek
entrepreneurs
• Spend time in mature startup ecosystems
• Inject know-how in our ecosystem
• Be patient
• KEEP WORKING HARD!
What GR startups need:• Chance to try
• Funds
• Time
• Support
• Connections