we are_ Startup Challenges 2024

we are_ is a team serving a growing community of 1200 decision makers who believe in the power of French Creative Industries : corporate leaders, VC's, startups and of course artists.

Our ambition is to build bridges between industries like those of music, cinema, fashion, luxury, tech, live entertainment and video games ... to evolve French Creative Industries and promote them in France and the international stage.

VivaTech is the world’s rendez-vous for startups and leading corporates to celebrate digital transformation and innovation!

Every year, for four adrenaline-filled days, VivaTech brings together in Paris the greatest business leaders, startups, investors, researchers and innovators to ignite positive change in business and for society.

The 8th edition will take place on May 22-25, 2024, in Paris, at Expo Porte de Versailles.

Our Challenges

"Métiers d'art meets innovation"

How to combine « métiers d'art » with tech and innovation?

« Les métiers d’art » rich in stories and timeless creativity, are an endless source of innovation. Whether merging tradition and technology or exploring new materials, they inspire infinite possibilities for contemporary audiences.
"AI for creative industries"

How is AI redefining creative industries and
artistic creativity?

Explore the transformative synergy between AI and creative industries, from AI-generated art to groundbreaking innovations. Witness the avant-garde collaboration that reshapes traditional boundaries, redefining creativity in ways previously unimagined.
Innovation in sports

How is innovation transforming the sporting
landscape?

From technological advances to new strategies, innovation is redefining the world of sport, creating experiences that constantly push back the boundaries.

Selection Criteria

★ You are a French start-up from early stage to growth and
scale-up.
★ You have a value proposition to transform Creative Industries.
★ Your solution has a positive impact (economic, social, environmental).
★ Your solution has a high potential in terms of scalability, export or soft power.
★ Your team comprises of passionate profiles with a blend of experience and relevancy.

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Benefits

ATTEND THE WE ARE_ VIVATECH AFTERPARTY

Join us for our 'We Are' evening post VivaTech, where you can discover more about our club and, most importantly, connect with influential decision-makers from the cultural and creative industries. We have an exciting event planned, featuring a live performance by a famous singer.

GET A FREE WE ARE_ MEMBERSHIP FOR 1 YEAR

We offer you the opportunity to spend time in our club in the heart of Paris, to take part in all our events, and to develop your network through many meetings with other members of our community!