Founders Without Borders: Unlock Growth with a Global-First Mindset
In today’s digital-first world, scaling a startup shouldn’t be limited by geography. This interactive Learning Lab explores how Estonia’s e-Residency programme enables founders to start and run EU-based companies 100% online—from anywhere in the world. With e-Residency, UK-based entrepreneurs gain a strategic entry point to the European market, offering a stable, transparent, and business-friendly environment at their fingertips.
You’ll learn how Estonia’s forward-thinking digital infrastructure, tax system, and lean bureaucracy help fast-growing startups thrive. We’ll offer practical guidance on topics like remote company management, low-friction cross-border invoicing, and Estonia’s 0% corporate income tax on retained and reinvested profits. Plus, we’ll spotlight key legal frameworks—such as the Startup Visa and the Estonian Startup Status—that are designed to support high-growth businesses and attract top talent globally.
Discover how ambitious founders are scaling internationally with Estonia as their launchpad. Through real-world insights and practical examples, this session will show how a global-first mindset—combined with Estonia’s digital infrastructure and e-Residency—can help startups grow beyond borders. Whether you're just starting out or ready to scale, you'll leave with actionable knowledge to support your journey toward sustainable, international growth.
📅 Tuesday 10 June 2025
🕐 13:30pm-14:30pm
📍 London Olympia, Room: Henley 4
Speakers
Mats Kuuskemaa
Mats Kuuskemaa started his career as a diplomat for Estonia, working with trade and investment policy at the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (2011-14). He was Consul & Economic Officer at Estonian Embassy in New Delhi (2014-18) and Political Counsellor at Estonian Embassy in Beijing (2018-19). In 2018 Mats joined Government of Estonia’s e-Residency programme, initially as Head of Business Strategy and from 2022 as Country Director for Germany, Austria and Switzerland based in Berlin. On two occasions he has also been part of startup teams as Co-Founder and Advisor. As a hobby, he has occasionally taken up journalism.
