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TechExchange
Connecting tech innovators to build peace
ABOUT TechExchange
ABOUT
TechExchange
TechExchange
REBUILD
Exploring the role of technology in demining Ukraine
RESTRUCTURE
Strengthening commercial ties between the UK and Ukrainian defence sectors
RESPOND
Advancing the conversation around the role of private equity investment in defence and dual use technologies
OUR MISSION
Save lives in Ukraine and lay foundations for long-lasting peace and security in Europe and beyond in the new geopolitical reality
TechExchange is a non-profit privately-funded business support programme and a forum for dialogue which helps British and Ukrainian AgriTech and DefenceTech startups access growth opportunities they require, to keep contributing to the Ukraine’s war effort and future reconstruction as well as to keep innovating to secure our peaceful future in Europe and beyond.
We do this by connecting cutting edge tech companies from the UK and Ukraine to a network that can help to accelerate innovation and commercial growth in support of Ukraine now and also post-war. Ukrainian startups will be able to raise their international profile and access investment, networking and business development opportunities through the UK's ecosystem, while UK companies can conduct in-field testing of new technologies in Ukraine.
TechExchange brings together innovators, investors, government officials and defence and agricultural experts to collaborate on the use of cutting edge technology in these critical sectors. The programme focuses on the key issues affecting the war in Ukraine and the country’s rebuild beyond the conflict.
We do this by connecting cutting edge tech companies from the UK and Ukraine to a network that can help to accelerate innovation and commercial growth in support of Ukraine now and also post-war. Ukrainian startups will be able to raise their international profile and access investment, networking and business development opportunities through the UK's ecosystem, while UK companies can conduct in-field testing of new technologies in Ukraine.
TechExchange brings together innovators, investors, government officials and defence and agricultural experts to collaborate on the use of cutting edge technology in these critical sectors. The programme focuses on the key issues affecting the war in Ukraine and the country’s rebuild beyond the conflict.
Programme Structure
- FORUM FOR DIALOGUEWe advance conversations and challenge conventions in technology procurement, funding and collaboration across the defence and agri tech sectors
- BUSINESS SUPPORTWe support the innovators whose technology saves lives by giving them visibility and helping to raise funds
- DONATION CAMPAIGNSWe facilitate donations that save lives by working with donors and supporting fundraising campaigns
- FORUM FOR DIALOGUEWe advance conversations and challenge conventions in technology procurement, funding and collaboration across the defence and agri tech sectors
- BUSINESS SUPPORTWe support the innovators whose technology saves lives by giving them visibility and helping to raise funds
- DONATION CAMPAIGNSWe facilitate donations that save lives by working with donors and supporting fundraising campaigns
OUR OBJECTIVES
- facilitate the rapprochementbetween the UK and Ukrainian defence and tech ecosystems
- pave commercial pathwaysfor the Ukrainian defence and tech companies in the UK and for the British companies seeking to access and better understand the Ukrainian market and operating environment
- help shape the new modern procurement and funding modelsfor defence technologies given the experience of Ukraine
OUR OBJECTIVES
- facilitate the rapprochementbetween the UK and Ukrainian defence and tech ecosystems
- pave commercial pathwaysfor the Ukrainian defence and tech companies in the UK and for the British companies seeking to access and better understand the Ukrainian market and operating environment
- help shape the new modern procurement and funding modelsfor defence technologies given the experience of Ukraine
TECHEXCHANGE IN THE MEDIA
Demining Ukraine: How technology can help to recover arable land in the world’s most mined country
Ukraine is now the most mined country in the world. In the guest blog for TechUK, we look at how innovative technology can help expedite the process of demining by making it more efficient.
I believe that supporting innovative tech is one of the key factors bringing Ukraine's victory closer. While DefenceTech is ultra important today, AgriTech will play a crucial role in rebuilding our country post-war. I am committing the work of UK-Ukraine TechExchange to supporting those companies whose technology has a real potential to save lives.
Andriy Dovbenko
Founder of UK-Ukraine TechExchange
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TechExchange: A year in the making
We look back at the past year and celebrate our achievements.
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Companies in our network have access to the expert advice on the media relations in the UK, bespoke and exclusive events tailored to their commercial interests, strategic introductions to potential partners in both UK and Ukrainian markets and much more.
To benefit the most from being a part of our network, your business should ideally meet the following criteria:
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Essential DefenceTech or AgriTech companiesair mobility, drones, SpaceTech with potential Defence or Agri application, Security/Cyber, software -
Necessary qualitiesto deliver game-changing technologies and impactful innovation -
1-2 yearssince incorporation -
UK or Ukraine-basedEuropean companies with a UK office or employee will also be considered -
Fundedto at least Pre-Seed, Seed -
5+ employees
COMPANIES IN OUR NETWORK
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UA)
Humanitarian demining and ammunition disposal (UA)
Electronic warfare and reconnaissance systems (UA)
Intelligence analysis and drone tech (UK)
Highline-T, a tethered drone that is easy to transport
ABOUT THE FOUNDER
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As a UK-based investor of Ukrainian origin,
I am interested in identifying targets for equity investment.
While UK-Ukraine TechExchange was initially created with the view of supporting the most innovative British and Ukrainian tech companies helping Ukraine win, it has also become a vehicle to find the most exciting investment assets. The time companies spend with us receiving exclusive access to VCs, deep tech events, hyper relevant media opportunities and business development support where needed, allows me and other investors to get to know them better and make investment decisions.
I am interested in identifying targets for equity investment.
While UK-Ukraine TechExchange was initially created with the view of supporting the most innovative British and Ukrainian tech companies helping Ukraine win, it has also become a vehicle to find the most exciting investment assets. The time companies spend with us receiving exclusive access to VCs, deep tech events, hyper relevant media opportunities and business development support where needed, allows me and other investors to get to know them better and make investment decisions.
ANDRIY DOVBENKO
Andriy Dovbenko is a Ukrainian-born and UK-based early-stage investor focused on helping tech businesses in defense and agriculture - two sectors crucial to Ukraine - accelerate their commercial potential. He hopes to help Ukrainian companies achieve global impact, initially through access to the UK market while also discovering UK tech companies offering solutions that may benefit Ukraine.
Andriy began his career as a lawyer following a degree in jurisprudence from the National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy. He eventually became a managing partner at an international law firm, later starting his own practice, Evris Law. He has also led technology investments in verticals such as fintech and agriculture. The combination of his technology investments and previous experience in the agricultural sector, has enabled Andriy to develop a particular understanding of how digital tools can be used to transform this industry.
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Andriy Dovbenko is a Ukrainian-born and UK-based early-stage investor focused on helping tech businesses in defense and agriculture - two sectors crucial to Ukraine - accelerate their commercial potential. He hopes to help Ukrainian companies achieve global impact, initially through access to the UK market while also discovering UK tech companies offering solutions that may benefit Ukraine.
Andriy began his career as a lawyer following a degree in jurisprudence from the National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy. He eventually became a managing partner at an international law firm, later starting his own practice, Evris Law. He has also led technology investments in verticals such as fintech and agriculture. The combination of his technology investments and previous experience in the agricultural sector, has enabled Andriy to develop a particular understanding of how digital tools can be used to transform this industry.
andriydovbenko.co.uk
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