S5 Ep11 – Ted Elvhage is a pioneering Swedish entrepreneur, investor, and co-founder of Expansion Aerospace Ventures, one of Europe’s largest space and defence-focused VC funds.

In this enlightening episode, Ted joins hosts Shelley Bays and Bulent Osman to unpick the accelerating world of space technology, revealing how “space” is already an essential part of our daily lives. From his own transformative journey—from Harvard Medical School to leading pan-European investment in aerospace—Ted discusses the seismic changes in rocket and satellite tech, the pivotal role of software, and the challenges unique to building and funding startups in this frontier sector. Expect candid insights into everything from pan-European collaboration to the real qualities investors seek in founders.

🎙️ Key Topics:

The evolution of Europe’s commercial space and defence sector

Cultural differences in entrepreneurship and investment across Europe and the US

The unexpected ways satellites and space tech support climate action, agriculture, and telecoms

Top mistakes founders make when pitching for investment and how to rectify them

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Ted Elvhage - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tedelvhage/

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