​In this workshop, we explored the unique business climate and culture of Silicon Valley – translating across the Atlantic to empower EU founders with US ambitions.

​We discussed the culture and energy of Silicon Valley's startup/VC ecosystem, how Sand Hill Road VCs approach investments, practical tips for EU founders seeking US VC funding, practical tips for EU founders selling technology products in the US & doing Business in the US: Labor & Employment, State Jurisdiction, Intellectual Property, Cost of Living and Goods.

Participants left with a deeper understanding of how startups and VCs operate in the US, with practical applications for European founders to maximize success in Silicon Valley.

About the speaker:

Sherrie Quinn (Head of US at Sparring): ​Sherrie leads Sparring's US business, where she focuses on market-leading legal & business solutions for startups, investors, and venture capital firms. With deep experience in equity and debt financings, M&A, capital markets, and day-to-day legal matters for venture-backed companies and investors, she helps innovators navigate the complexities of business in Silicon Valley.