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The initiative directly links knowledge-based companies with investors to complete the innovation value chain from ideation to market scaling.

INIF Facilitates Startup Funding at INOTEX 2026 via 'Capital Cafe' Initiative

9/3/2026
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On September 3, 2026, at INOTEX 2026 in Pardis Technology Park (PTP), the Iran National Innovation Fund (INIF) highlighted its "Capital Cafe" initiative. INIF CEO Asghar Nourollahzadeh stated the program directly connects startups with investors, bridging the gap from ideation to market development.

During the exhibition, INIF established a dedicated presence to engage directly with technology sector stakeholders. The fund's strategy focused on identifying operational challenges faced by startups and aligning them with appropriate support mechanisms, moving beyond traditional direct funding models.

Key operational initiatives deployed by INIF at the event include:

  • Capital Cafe Matchmaking: A specialized space connecting capital-seeking companies with relevant investors based on their specific financial needs and operational sectors.
  • Direct Consultation Services: On-site advisory sessions to clarify available support pathways and address immediate operational bottlenecks for knowledge-based firms.
  • Ecosystem Networking: Facilitating structured interactions between startups, large industries, and Venture Capital (VC) entities to foster long-term commercial partnerships.
  • Value Chain Completion: A strategic focus on bridging the gap between technological readiness and market entry, ensuring ideas translate into scalable economic assets.

Nourollahzadeh noted that while having a viable technology is essential, the critical success factor lies in market penetration, capital acquisition, and business development. The INIF aims to serve as a strategic facilitator in this process, ensuring that domestic technological capacities are effectively converted into tangible economic and social value.

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