GoWest Nordic Venture Capital Forum 2026

28–29 Jan 2026 | Gothenburg, Sweden

Klementina Österberg

CEO

GU Ventures AB

Göteborg, Sweden

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I am CEO for GU Ventures, that invests in new spinoffs with affiliation to our university of Gothenburg. We support our companies from start to exit.

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GU Ventures AB

GU Ventures AB

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Göteborg, Sweden

GU Ventures is a passionate investor and incubator topranked in several fields. We shape a better future by boosting scientists and entrepreneurs and their game changing ideas based on research results mainly from the University of Gothenburg. GU Ventures is fully owned by the Swedish state and managed by the University to create impact on a global scale. With 200 new companies started, so far, we have over 30 years’ experience of turning budding ideas and scientific breakthroughs into thriving businesses. We serve our companies through funding to provide that extra push, and professional development, idea evaluation and goal setting to ensure sustainability and networking to get the right people together. Whether you’ve set out to cure a disease, establish a new deeptech solution, streamline an industrial pipeline or simply taken on the humble task of making the world a better place, we are here to help you make it happen.
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Speaker sessions (3)

Wednesday, 28 January 2026

09:00 - 09:07

Opening of GoWest

Location:Eriksbergshallen, Maskingatan 11, 417 64 GöteborgTrack:Main Stage

Opening remarks by Klementina Österberg, CEO, GU Ventures with guests.

11:15 - 13:00

Pitch Track: GoLife

Location:Eriksbergshallen, Maskingatan 11, 417 64 GöteborgTrack:Breakout Session
  • Venture Capital
  • Investment

Go Life brings together leading investors and promising life science companies. An opportunity to get inspired, connect, and discover the next investment opportunity.

Thursday, 29 January 2026

09:31 - 09:56

Dual Track: IPO or M&A? How to Prepare for Both—and Win Either Way

Location:Eriksbergshallen, Maskingatan 11, 417 64 GöteborgTrack:Main Stage
  • IPO
  • Growth
  • Valuation

Should you list your company or pursue an acquisition? Join experts for a practical deep-dive on building optionality, preparing for multiple outcomes, and running a process that maximizes value — whichever path you take.