The Startup Shit Show Podcast with Dutch Startup Association #2 | Peter van Sabben (Growth Tribe): "Building a tech ecosystem takes more than 10 years."
DSA Chairman Lucien Burm in Conversation with Peter van Sabben of Growth Tribe, who has long been committed to the Dutch tech ecosystem and will continue to do so as a systems thinker.
#2 | Peter van Sabben (Growth Tribe): "Een tech ecosysteem bouwen duurt meer dan 10 jaar"
Summary:
Innovation and Tech Ecosystem: The speakers discuss the importance of innovation, which emerges from the fusion of technology, art, the human element, and design. They emphasize that building a tech ecosystem can take decades and that policies should be aligned accordingly. The speakers believe that under Prime Minister Rutte, startups and scale-ups in the Netherlands have not been a top priority.
Startup Climate in the Netherlands: The current startup climate in the Netherlands is discussed, with the speaker rating it a 7.0 out of 10. This indicates a generally positive situation but acknowledges that there is room for improvement. The impact of the past on the current tech ecosystem and the uncertainty about the future due to rapid transformations are also explored.
Role of Government and Entrepreneurs: The speakers debate the role of the government and entrepreneurs in stimulating the tech ecosystem. It is suggested that entrepreneurs should be more proactive in influencing policy and taking more responsibility for the tech ecosystem. Additionally, the possibility of creating a documentary to better convey the story of tech entrepreneurs is mentioned.
Future Vision and Challenges: The focus shifts to the future of technology and innovation in the Netherlands and Europe. The discussion covers the importance of young leadership, education in tech and entrepreneurship, and the need for a new narrative. The speakers emphasize the need for a collective effort from entrepreneurs, the government, and the media to promote the tech ecosystem and stimulate innovation.