Elsa Hyland
Elsa Hyland is a distinguished Angel Investor, former venture capitalist, and private sector leader with extensive operational experience across international startups and scaleups.
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Business Events
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Entrepreneurship
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Expert Panel
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Public Events
As a trusted advisor, investor, and mentor, she works with founders and innovation ecosystems globally, supporting the commercialization and scaling of emerging technologies across industries. Elsa serves as a mentor to the National Board of Trade of Sweden as well as have been working as a consultant with The Official Swedish Trade & Invest Council Business Sweden to strengthen international trade, investment, and innovation partnerships.
Recognized among the Top 100 Angel and Impact Investors in Sweden and the Nordics, she regularly engages with senior business executives, policymakers, investors, and international stakeholders, and has participated in high-level global forums and shared stages with Heads of State and global industry leaders. Her work focuses on fostering cross-border collaboration, strengthening innovation ecosystems, and advancing the responsible adoption of emerging technologies to drive sustainable growth, competitiveness, and societal impact.
Elsa Hyland as a moderator, host and keynote speaker
Elsa is also a highly regarded moderator and speaker, with a focus on entrepreneurship, startups, and venture capital. As a moderator, Elsa Hyland brings deep expertise in the intersection of entrepreneurship, investment, and impact.
Elsa Hyland contributes not only with her knowledge, but also with her energy and warmth on stage. As an international profile, she is confident and engaging in any setting, whether speaking to a large or small audience.
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Stay Ahead in the Rapidly Evolving Startup and VC Landscape
This session offers an overview of the latest market trends, investor behavior, and what it takes for startups to secure funding in an increasingly competitive environment.
Know Your VC: There’s No One-Size-Fits-All in Investing
This session helps founders navigate the venture capital market by identifying investors who align with their vision, understanding their decision-making processes, and positioning their companies effectively. You’ll receive concrete advice on how to attract the right investors, negotiate strong terms, and build long-term relationships that support your growth.
Raising Capital is a Full-Time Job – So How Can You Streamline the Process?
This session focuses on practical tips to help entrepreneurs prepare efficiently—from crafting a sharp pitch to negotiating shareholder agreements, and everything in between. It also covers the post-investment phase: how to maintain strong investor relationships, handle reporting, and conduct effective board work that lays the foundation for continued growth.
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