Startups hold an important place in the local economy as often they are motors for innovation, with the potential to become important players in the future. It is therefore no surprise that Malta Enterprise, the national agency tasked with supporting businesses of all sizes, focuses a great deal of its energies to assisting and promoting start-ups through a myriad of initiatives.
Over the last years Malta Enterprise has taken the role of promoting startup companies via the national initiative – StartinMalta. As part of these efforts Malta Enterprise has brought together public and private stakeholders, to create visibility initiatives including events and marketing, as well policy work that included new incentives and a residency programme for startups.
In 2023 Malta Enterprise has also launched a stakeholder consultation for the first National Startup Framework. This process has been finalised and has generated various insights from both public and private stakeholders on how to improve the startup eco-system.
This framework intends to create a holistic legislative and policy dimension to streamline the startup process from incorporation to end-stage, by catering to the feedback voiced by startups, corporate service providers, investors, and government entities.
For the past few months, Malta Enterprise has been collecting feedback collected during the consultation sessions and has begun analysing practical implementations to further strengthen its support for the ecosystem.
Notably, the need for training and education for startups and founders in practical workshop sessions was a recurring theme in the consultations. In this view, Malta Enterprise is hosting a masterclass on the importance of non-verbal communication, which will be led by Stanford Continuing Studies Instructor Jeff Cabili.
Mr Cabili has been teaching senior executives, engineers, educators, and graduates on how to deliver distinctive and impactful presentations using body language and voice modulation since 2016.
The aim of the masterclass is to equip attendees with self-confidence and a captivating presence to draw the attention of their audience through energy and charisma. Proficiency in non-verbal communication and presentation skills is key for startups and founders that are looking to elevate their pitch.
This presentation will be part of a wider programme that will also feature a Q&A session with Mr. Mark Bajada – Founder of B&L group, serial investor, and synonymous locally with Shark Tank. Mark Bajada will be sharing tips on what attracts the attention of investors. A networking session will also follow.
The Startup Framework initiative, in conjunction with the upcoming masterclass, reiterates Malta Enterprise’s commitment to cultivating a dynamic and supportive ecosystem for startups within the Maltese islands. The masterclass is a part of this commitment, designed to empower entrepreneurs with the knowledge, skills, and networks essential for navigating the challenges of the startup ecosystem.
Together, these initiatives embody Malta Enterprise’s vision of positioning the Maltese islands as a hub for innovation, where startups can thrive, contribute to sustainable economic development, and collectively shape a prosperous ecosystem.
The masterclass will be held at the Malta Enterprise 1st Floor Conference Room in Pieta’ on 21st February at 4pm.
Participation to this event is on a first come, first served basis. RSVPs will be received on [email protected], and registration has been extended until Tuesday 20th. A nominal fee of €25 (including VAT) will be charged.
