Map of Europe
JULY 28 - AUGUST 10, 2025

Creating International Connections in a Divided Time

A journalistic tour across Europe to spotlight how leaders and entrepreneurs are tackling global challenges, sharing these stories through print, video, and digital media.

CITIES WE'LL VISIT

Lisbon, Portugal

July 28 - July 30

Paris, France

July 30 - August 2

Amsterdam, Netherlands

August 2 - August 4

London, UK

August 4 - August 7

Stockholm, Sweden

August 7 - August 10

OUR PARTNERS

Supported By Leading Organizations

We're proud to collaborate with these prestigious institutions and companies that share our vision for global innovation and leadership.

FC Network Capital
My Solar Wealth
University of Michigan
FC Network Capital
My Solar Wealth
University of Michigan
OUR MISSION

Spotlighting European Innovation

We're on a mission to identify and learn from top European innovators across five major cities, creating meaningful connections and sharing their stories with the world.

Global Perspective

Exploring how European leaders approach global challenges differently than their American counterparts, bringing fresh perspectives to complex issues.

Authentic Storytelling

Capturing the stories, insights, and innovations of European entrepreneurs through high-quality video interviews, articles, and reports.

Building Bridges

Creating lasting connections between American and European innovation ecosystems, fostering collaboration and mutual learning in a divided world.

ITINERARY

Our Journey Across Europe

Follow our two-week expedition across five European innovation hubs, where we'll meet with entrepreneurs, leaders, and academics to capture their stories.

Lisbon, Portugal

July 28 - July 30

Arriving in Lisbon to explore Portugal's growing startup ecosystem and meet with tech entrepreneurs and sustainability leaders.

Web Summit Headquarters, Startup Lisboa

Paris, France

July 30 - August 2

Exploring the French innovation landscape, with a focus on luxury tech, AI startups, and cultural entrepreneurship.

Station F, La French Tech

Amsterdam, Netherlands

August 2 - August 4

Diving into Amsterdam's innovative approaches to sustainability, smart cities, and creative industries.

TQ Amsterdam, Startup Village

London, UK

August 4 - August 7

Meeting with fintech pioneers, creative entrepreneurs, and academic leaders in one of Europe's most dynamic business hubs.

Level39, Google Campus London

Stockholm, Sweden

August 7 - August 10

Exploring the Nordic innovation model, with a focus on sustainability, social entrepreneurship, and tech unicorns.

SUP46, KTH Innovation
WHO WE ARE

Meet the Journalists

We're two University of Michigan student journalists passionate about international business, storytelling, and building bridges across cultures.

Arjun

Arjun

Economics major with a deep passion for entrepreneurship, music, and music technology. Dedicated to telling powerful stories that bridge cultural divides and spotlight innovative solutions to global challenges through engaging conversations and creative media.

Jack

Jack

Industrial & Operations Engineering major with a minor in Entrepreneurship. Experienced in business journalism and international relations.

Focused on exploring how European entrepreneurs approach innovation differently than their American counterparts.

DELIVERABLES

What We'll Create

Our journey will result in a variety of media content showcasing European innovation and leadership, providing valuable exposure for featured entrepreneurs.

Video Interviews

Professional-quality video interviews with featured entrepreneurs, showcasing their stories, innovations, and insights.

Blog Articles

In-depth articles exploring the European innovation landscape, featuring profiles of entrepreneurs and their companies.

Academic Report

A comprehensive report analyzing trends, insights, and best practices from European innovation ecosystems for academic and business audiences.

Social Media

Engaging social media content promoting featured entrepreneurs and their innovations to a global audience of students and professionals.

WHY IT MATTERS

Building Bridges in a Divided World

In an increasingly fragmented global landscape, authentic storytelling and cross-cultural connections are more important than ever.

For European Entrepreneurs

  • Gain exposure to American audiences and potential
  • Share your unique approach to innovation and leadership
  • Connect with a network of forward-thinking students and professionals
  • Receive professional media content featuring your work

For Global Audiences

  • Discover fresh perspectives on global challenges
  • Learn from diverse approaches to innovation and leadership
  • Gain insights into European business cultures and practices
  • Be inspired by stories of cross-cultural collaboration
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GET INVOLVED

Be Featured in Our European Innovation Journey

Are you a European entrepreneur, leader, or academic with a unique perspective to share? We'd love to feature you in our project.

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