Why Stellenbosch is a great springboard for startups

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Join us for an engaging fire-side chat, "Why Stellenbosch is a Great Springboard for Startups," where Renier Kriel will host Heinrich de Lange from Octoco. Discover the unique advantages Stellenbosch offers to startups, from its vibrant ecosystem and innovative spirit to its supportive community and strategic location. Among other things, we will be chatting about:

• Why Stellenbosch is a great playground to test ideas/get first customers (and how to do it)
• How to grow outside of Stellenbosch once you have traction
• The culture that makes highly innovative, technical teams function well
• Learnings from working with and building several technical startups in Stellenbosch over the last 20 years and much more.

Heinrich de Lange, with his extensive experience at Octoco, will share insider tips on leveraging Stellenbosch's resources to launch and scale your startup to global heights. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to learn how Stellenbosch can be the perfect launchpad for your journey.

Drink and snacks are included. Great networking, a guarantee. See you there!

Heinrich de Lange bio:

Octoco embodies my passion for turning ideas into reality and solving complex problems that address real-world issues. This drive opens up endless opportunities for growth and impact.

My journey with technology began at a young age, sparked by an insatiable curiosity and a love for problem-solving. I pursued Electronic Engineering at Stellenbosch University, driven by a desire to create solutions that can change the world. Diving headfirst into the startup ecosystem, I consulted for various companies as a developer, electronic engineer, and ultimately, a fractional CTO.

Witnessing firsthand the poor decisions made during the early stages of projects fueled the inception of Octoco. What started as a partnership with my former professor quickly evolved into the Octoco Group, a dynamic entity with multiple investments and a steadfast commitment to innovation. Our mission now includes establishing an innovation incubator to nurture groundbreaking ideas in the tech space.

At Octoco, we gather the brightest minds, each motivated by curiosity and a passion for excellence. Together, we tackle complex challenges, develop cutting-edge products, and drive innovation across industries.

More about Octoco:

Octoco is a technology innovation company that offers a comprehensive range of engineering and development services to help businesses build and enhance their products. By aligning technology with business strategies, Octoco minimises technology risks and empowers companies to succeed.

The company boasts a team of over 60 engineers and software developers with extensive expertise in embedded electronic engineering, web development, app development, product management, cloud infrastructure, and system design.

The Octoco group actively invests in technology-enabled companies that can benefit from the skills and network within the group. Our diverse portfolio spans various industries, including insurance, medical, dispensing, coffee, renewables, and more.

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