The EIC Scaling Club Podcast on European Deep Tech

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Interviews with leading European deep tech scale-up founders, entrepreneurs, startup operator, investors and industry experts from the team behind the EU-funded EIC Scaling Club, an exclusive community for deep tech scale-ups from across Europe.

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July 1, 2026Episode 633 min

Scaling Battery Recycling in Europe | Lilian Schwich from cylib at the EIC Growth Forum

In this interview, Lilian Schwich, Co-Founder & Co-CEO of cylib, discusses how the company is transforming lithium-ion battery recycling with a proprietary technology that recovers lithium using only water. By enabling access to critical raw materials recovered in Europe, cylib is helping strengthen a more sustainable and resilient European battery value chain. Recorded at the EIC Scaling Club Growth Forum in Paris, Lilian shares the key lessons her team has learned while building a deep-tech hardware company. She explains why establishing strong partnerships early is essential for achieving product-market fit, reflects on the importance of understanding customer needs, and highlights the value of collaboration across Europe's innovation ecosystem. Lilian also discusses the challenges hardware startups face when scaling to industrial production, particularly the shortage of growth-stage capital in Europe. She explains why forums like the EIC Scaling Club Growth Forum play a vital role in connecting founders with investors, policymakers, and strategic partners to help Europe's most innovative companies grow. *This interview was recorded on 18 March 2025 in Paris during the EIC Scaling Club Growth Forum.

June 30, 2026Episode 625 min

Scaling Healthcare Innovation | Ariane Demersseman, Gilde Healthcare

In this interview, Ariane De Marcillac, Associate at Gilde Healthcare, shares an investor’s perspective on what it takes for healthcare companies to scale successfully across international markets. She discusses the importance of strong clinical validation, reimbursement strategies, and building business models that can be repeated across geographies. Ariane also reflects on the challenges healthcare companies face when expanding from Europe to the U.S., including regulatory pathways and commercialization strategies. Ariane highlights the value of the EIC Scaling Club and the Growth Forum, emphasizing the quality of the curated companies, meaningful investor-founder interactions, and the opportunity to engage with scaleups that are highly relevant to leading healthcare investors. Recorded at the Growth Forum in Paris on 18 March 2026.

June 22, 2026Episode 615 min

Investing in Deep Tech Innovation | Bernhard Mohr | Evonik Venture Capital at the EIC Growth Forum

In this interview, Bernhard Mohr, Managing Director of Evonik Venture Capital, shares his perspective on investing in deep-tech innovation, supporting breakthrough technologies, and helping startups scale from promising ideas into impactful businesses. Speaking at the EIC Scaling Club Growth Forum in Paris, Bernhard discusses the role of corporate venture capital in fostering innovation, the challenges and opportunities facing deep-tech founders, and the importance of connecting startups with the right partners, investors, and industrial expertise. He also reflects on the value of collaboration within the European innovation ecosystem and how initiatives such as the EIC Scaling Club help bridge the gap between innovators, corporates, and investors. The conversation offers valuable insights for founders, investors, and anyone interested in the future of deep-tech commercialization and venture investing in Europe. This interview was recorded on 18 March 2025 in Paris during the EIC Scaling Club Growth Forum.

June 2, 2026Episode 603 min

Automating EV Charging | Hermann Stockinger, Easelink

In this interview, Hermann Stockinger, CEO & Founder of Easelink, shares how the company is developing automated conductive charging technology for the next generation of electric vehicles. He reflects on the importance of engaging with real industry stakeholders early, building strong mentoring networks, and navigating the journey from deep tech R&D to market adoption. Hermann also highlights the value of the EIC Scaling Club, from gaining access to a highly curated network of investors, ecosystem players, and customers, to increasing visibility and accelerating the company’s growth across Europe. Recorded at the Growth Forum in Paris on 18 March 2026.

June 2, 2026Episode 5911 min

Support & Network | Teresa Carvalho, EIC Scaling Club Mentor

In this interview, Teresa Carvalho, EIC Scaling Club Mentor for the New Biotech Platforms market group, shares her perspective on helping deep tech companies bridge the gap between scientific innovation, investor expectations, and long-term growth. Drawing on her experience in academia, the World Health Organization, and startup mentoring, Teresa reflects on the importance of strategic thinking, multidisciplinary collaboration, and understanding market fit when scaling breakthrough technologies. She also highlights the value of the EIC Scaling Club, emphasizing the power of mentorship, networking, and face-to-face interactions in helping companies navigate the path from innovation to commercialization. Recorded at the Growth Forum in Paris on 18 March 2026.

May 21, 2026Episode 585 min

AI Transforming Logistics | Asparuh Koev from Transmetrics at the EIC Growth Forum

In this interview, Asparuh Koev, CEO & Founder of Transmetrics, shares insights into building AI-powered solutions for the logistics industry and the long journey of achieving true product-market fit. Recorded during the EIC Scaling Club Growth Forum in Paris, Asparuh discusses how Transmetrics evolved over 13 years, reinventing itself multiple times to create scalable enterprise and mid-market AI products for logistics optimization. Asparuh explains why logistics is both a stable and highly challenging industry for innovation, and reflects on the importance of persistence, adaptability, and community in scaling deep-tech companies. He also highlights the value of the EIC Scaling Club in connecting founders with investors, corporates, advisors, and long-term industry relationships that help accelerate growth. This interview was recorded on 18 March 2025 in Paris during the EIC Scaling Club Growth Forum.

May 21, 2026Episode 573 min

Scaling EV Charging Innovation | Giacomo Zenoni from Daze at the EIC Growth Forum

In this interview, Giacomo Zenoni, CEO & Founder of Daze, shares the company’s journey from an Italian startup focused on EV charging stations to a rapidly growing clean-tech scale-up expanding into solar energy, batteries, and energy management systems. Recorded during the EIC Scaling Club Growth Forum in Paris, Giacomo discusses the realities of scaling a hardware company, building products customers truly need, and why selling early is one of the most important lessons for any founder. Giacomo also reflects on the value of the EIC Scaling Club, highlighting the importance of networking, founder connections, and cross-European collaboration in helping innovative companies grow faster. He shares his thoughts on Europe’s future competitiveness and why stronger EU-wide innovation ecosystems are essential for startups looking to scale internationally. This interview was recorded on 18 March 2025 in Paris during the EIC Scaling Club Growth Forum.

May 14, 2026Episode 569 min

Unlocking Eastern Europe’s Deep Tech Potential | Vesselin Drobenov at the EIC Growth Forum

In this interview, Vesselin Drobenov , CEO of the40f and representative of the DHI Cluster Bulgaria , shares his perspective on building stronger deep-tech ecosystems across Eastern Europe and the Widera regions. Speaking at the EIC Scaling Club Growth Forum in Paris , Vesselin discusses the importance of curated investor networks, strategic partnerships, and helping innovative startups navigate the challenges of scaling deep-tech ventures. From funding gaps and regulatory barriers to the importance of securing the “first 10 clients,” this conversation explores what it truly takes for startups to move from promising technology to commercial success. Vesselin also highlights how the EIC Scaling Club creates a unique environment for open communication between founders, investors, policymakers, and industry experts — helping unlock untapped innovation potential in Eastern Europe. This interview was recorded on 18 March 2025 in Paris during the EIC Scaling Club Growth Forum.

May 13, 2026Episode 557 min

Innovating Aerospace Batteries | Aurélien Gibert from Limatech at the EIC Growth Forum

In this interview, Aurélien Gibert , Deputy CEO and Partner at Limatech , shares how the company is developing a new generation of safe lithium battery technologies for aerospace applications. Founded nearly a decade ago, Limatech has become one of Europe’s pioneering deep-tech companies in certified aerospace battery systems, overcoming major industrial, regulatory, and funding challenges along the way. Aurélien discusses the company’s journey from an ambitious startup vision to achieving world-first European certifications for lithium battery applications in aerospace, raising €20 million in funding, and building long-term partnerships with major aerospace players. He also explains how support from the EIC Accelerator and participation in the EIC Scaling Club have helped Limatech connect with the right mentors, investors, and industry leaders at the right time. This interview was recorded on 18 March 2025 in Paris during the EIC Scaling Club Growth Forum.

April 30, 2026Episode 543 min

Scaling Battery Innovation | Pablo Fernández, Basquevolt

In this interview, Pablo Fernández, CEO of Basquevolt, shares how the company is advancing solid-state electrolytes for next-generation battery technologies in Europe. He reflects on the importance of aligning technological breakthroughs with real customer needs, and how deep tech companies must focus on their true added value to scale successfully. Pablo also highlights the role of the EIC Scaling Club not only as a powerful networking platform connecting founders, investors, and peers, but also as a key driver in challenging and refining scale-up strategies, from go-to-market to fundraising. Recorded at the Growth Forum in Paris on 18 March 2026.