How Nexa Studios Transformed TeqDen into a Scalable Venture
TeqDen envisioned becoming a dynamic platform that connected startups with investors while fostering innovation and providing meaningful resources for founders. As the venture-building arm of Nexa, Nexa Studios specialises in helping businesses like TeqDen turn their ideas into scalable ventures.
The Challenge
TeqDen sought to establish itself as a hub for innovation, but it required a clear business model, impactful initiatives, and a strategy to achieve visibility and scalability.
The Nexa Studios Approach
Nexa Studios worked closely with TeqDen to:
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Build a strong foundation: Developing a scalable business model tailored to TeqDen’s mission and market.
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Create impactful experiences: Delivering high-profile dragon's den-style pitching evenings, providing startups with a platform to pitch directly to investors and forge meaningful connections.
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Elevate thought leadership: Supporting the launch of Inside The TeqDen, a podcast that delves into the entrepreneurial journey. Season 1, The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of Entrepreneurship, explored the realities of building and scaling startups, positioning TeqDen as a credible voice within the startup ecosystem.
The Outcome
With Nexa Studios’ guidance, TeqDen achieved:
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Enhanced visibility: The events and podcast initiatives significantly elevated TeqDen’s profile and credibility.
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Scalable growth: A robust business model that set the stage for long-term success.
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Industry impact: TeqDen established itself as a trusted platform for fostering connections between startups and investors.
By focusing on tailored solutions and execution, Nexa Studios helped TeqDen achieve its goals and establish a foundation for sustained growth and influence—exemplifying how Nexa Studios supports founders in creating, launching, and scaling their businesses.
TeqDen Podcast Testimonials
Disrupting traditional industries with innovation
"The Inside The TeqDen podcast is a great resource for anyone interested in entrepreneurship and understanding the reality of building a business. The guests are fascinating, and I've learned a lot listening to their stories and insights."
Ben Ziff
MD of CitiPark PLC & CitiCharge – Leading provider of EV charging & car parking management
Innovation, in all shapes and forms
"I really enjoyed being a guest on the podcast. The team asked thought-provoking questions and made it easy to share my experiences and insights.”
Yasmine El-Mehairy
Founder/Entrepreneurship Expert/Innovation Strategist at Saïd Business School & Citi Ventures
Experiencing the pain point before setting out to fix it
"It was great to be a guest on Inside The TeqDen. The team have a deep understanding of the ups and downs of entrepreneurship and are able to draw out insights that are truly invaluable."
Viktor Muhhin
Former CEO & Founder of Snap It - Supply chain logistics for tradespeople
