SPIKE 2024

We invite everyone for a half-day of engaging workshops and networking opportunities with organizations and people dedicated to supporting innovation and entrepreneurship. You choose what you want to participate in; we want to offer you a buffé with great variety for everyone.

In the foajé, you can mingle and network with a great bunch of companies and organizations, hang out, and have a fika. In the workshop rooms, you will find exciting themes and challenges set up for you. And don’t miss the opportunity to visit an office and get to know a company working in the World Trade Building. We will end the festival with an inspiration boost from a great speaker/ performer, Eric Mijnster, who will take us on a journey of how his passion for bikes led him to fulfill his dreams.

This year’s lead words are – New possibility, Problem-solving, and Strengthening each other and the environment around us.  We promise you will leave the festival with new insights, learnings, and inspiration regarding what program you study. Invite people from your network to come along; the more, the merrier;

See you there!

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Blekinge Business Incubator
Blue Science Park
We invite you to a Design Fiction workshop where we will critically explore possible future scenarios together by designing speculative artifacts.

Tamara Carleton
Finding role models for your future self
Don’t miss this workshop taught by an award-winning innovation expert from Silicon Valley who is part of BTH’s faculty. Learn how to use the Future User tool from the Playbook for Strategic Foresight and Innovation to benchmark your future possibilities and find possible role models.

Coompanion
Join us for an inspiring seminar and workshop on Cooperatives and sustainability
Are you passionate about sustainability and looking for innovative ways to make a positive impact in your community or business? Don’t miss our upcoming seminar and hands-on workshop that dives deep into the power of cooperatives as a driving force for sustainable development!

This event is designed to explore how cooperatives can effectively contribute to environmental, social, and economic sustainability.

Leran more about:
Cooperative models & impact
Sustainable practices
Collaboration for change

Challenge yourself, us and others with innovative thinking! Welcome to join us

Anne-Charlott Callerstig
Inclusive leadership: How inclusion drives innovation and career development in the tech industry

What does inclusive leadership entail, and why is it important? What challenges exist, and how can they be addressed?

One challenge in many tech industries today is the lack of diversity, combined with a high demand for recruitment. But it’s not just about hiring a more diverse group—it’s also about retaining them.
improving skills supply and innovation capacity through inclusive leadership. In this seminar, we will discuss the opportunities and challenges based on current research on inclusive leadership and the existing ”firewalls” within the tech sector.

The seminar will be held in English depending on the participants’ needs.

lysa
Lysa is a savings service that automatically invests your money at low fees. With a fund portfolio tailored to your needs, Lysa wants to make it simple for you to save smarter. You can take advantage of the opportunity to visit Lysa’s office during the SPIKE Festival. This is your chance to ask questions about savings, gain insight into their work, and broaden your network.

Almi Blekinge
Connect – A dynamic and interactive experience where you are at the forefront.

What to Experience?

Meet a Mentor: Meet and book a 15-minute session with one of our mentors. These inspiring individuals offer insights on everything from starting a business, developing ideas or how to run a successful business.

Master Mind Corner: Bring a problem or a question and receive valuable feedback from a panel of mentors. Each session lasts about 15 minutes and is a chance to gain new perspectives.

Snack-Chat Station: Network over a bite to eat or a cup of coffee. The perfect spot for relaxed conversations and new connections.

Ping Pong Tournament: Participate in an ongoing ping pong tournament. A perfect blend of sport and networking where conversations and laughter are guaranteed.

Speed Dating with Question Cards: Dislike traditional mingling? Our question cards help break the ice and facilitate interesting conversations, always with a mentor on hand for support.

Join us at Connect, where your journey of networking begins.

Anne-Charlott Callerstig

Social sustainability in energy solutions: Technology, innovation, and justice the transition towards sustainable energy

Washing dishes, showering, cooking, cleaning, buying clothes, driving, or going to the pub—everyday activities that require different amounts of energy. Research shows that these activities are used in different ways by various groups in society. In this seminar, we will discuss, using concepts such as design justice and inclusive innovation, the challenges and opportunities in creating socially sustainable energy solutions.

The seminar will be held in English depending on the participants’ needs.

Eric Mijnster

The Feeling of Happiness

What if you feel like something essential is missing in your life? Eric decided to investigate his own mystery and went on an adventure that changed his life forever. He cycled La Route des Grandes Alpes, 650 kilometers over 14 French mountains, non-stop and without sleeping. He then sold all his belongings to live in a van in the mountains. After more than a year of living in a van, he returned to the Netherlands to share his own story and the path he found. In October 2024, Eric will come to Sweden.

In the performance The Feeling of Happiness, Eric takes you along with incredible stories, eye-catching images, and live music. His honest performance touches and inspires and makes you think: ‘What do you really want?’ Experience his journey and discover the power of being your true self. Are you ready for a leap into the unknown?

About Eric Mijnster

Eric Mijnster (1988) speaks, writes, creates and shares straight from his heart. His creations are fuel for your inner fire and carry the message that you can be who you naturally are. Using personal experiences, he highlights themes such as choices, setbacks, taking charge, forgiveness and love. Eric inspires you to discover and embrace your true self. In addition to creating theater performances and workshops, Eric is the author of the Dutch books The Feeling of Happiness and How do I find my Flow?