Entrepreneurial Futuring Programme
12:30 – 13:45 | Walk-in & Startup Showcase
13:45 – 15:00 | Plenary Programme
15:00 – 15:30 | Break
15:30 – 17:00 | Entrepreneurial Futuring Session (see below)
17:00 – 18:00 | Networking Drinks
Package deal: Founders Frustrations Book + Futuring Session for 75 euros excl. VAT
Entrepreneurial Futuring Session
The future is full of uncertainties, but instead of just reacting to change, you have the power to shape what’s ahead! In this session, we’ll use a strategic foresighting approach, combined with an entrepreneurial mindset, to explore possible futures and how they might impact your work, ideas, or ambitions. By blending generative AI tools with human creativity, we’ll imagine alternative future scenarios and work backward to identify practical, actionable steps you can take today. With the power of futures thinking and entrepreneurship, you’ll gain the tools to become an active creator of tomorrow.
But let’s be real: shaping the future isn’t always smooth. It can be frustrating, messy, and full of moments where things don’t go as planned. That’s part of the process. We’ll also explore how to navigate those frustrations and how to stay grounded to turn setbacks into fuel for momentum. Because creating the future isn’t just about strategy, it’s also about resilience.
Founders Frustrations Book

Erasmus Centre for Entrepreneurship and HelloPrint are proud to introduce the first edition of “Founders Frustrations”. With this book, we aim to equip and engage aspiring and current founders with not just the knowledge and tools to navigate these challenges, but also the mindset to find humor amid the chaos.
Through relatable anecdotes, practical advice, and a healthy dose of cynical humor, we’ll explore the ups and downs of startup life
Our goal is to empower you to embrace the chaos, find laughter in setbacks, and build resilience along the way.
This book is not just about solving problems; it’s about finding joy in the journey.
As you flip through these pages, we hope you’ll laugh out loud and find solace in the shared experiences of fellow entrepreneurs.
So, whether you’re struggling with your pitch deck, grappling with the demands of investors, or simply wondering if you’re cut out for this entrepreneurial life, remember that you’re not alone.
Embark on this journey, with humor as your guide and resilience as your destination.