How a Country Can Build and Promote a Globally Competitive Tech Ecosystem

A country builds a globally competitive tech ecosystem by coordinating public leadership, global communities, support programs, diversity initiatives, and international promotion to attract startups, talent, and investors at scale.

Building a National Tech Ecosystem Beyond Branding

A successful tech ecosystem is more than a logo or a slogan.

This episode explores how La French Tech evolved from a nickname into a structured, global initiative supporting startups, founders, and investors worldwide.

Public Leadership as an Ecosystem Catalyst

We welcomed Kat Borlongan, Director of the La French Tech Mission, a key public role dedicated to strengthening France’s tech ecosystem.

Public leadership helps:

• Align national strategy
• Coordinate stakeholders
• Represent the ecosystem internationally

This coordination accelerates ecosystem maturity.

Connecting Global Communities at Scale

Over the past three years, La French Tech has built and supported hundreds of communities worldwide.

These communities:

• Act as local entry points for entrepreneurs
• Strengthen international visibility
• Create bridges between startups, investors, and corporates

Global networks turn national ecosystems into international platforms.

Supporting Startups With Concrete Programs

Beyond visibility, ecosystem competitiveness depends on execution.

La French Tech has developed:

• Rankings and performance benchmarks
• Support programs for founders
• Tools to increase international attractiveness

These initiatives help startups scale faster and compete globally.

Diversity as a Strategic Advantage

Diversity is not treated as a side topic, but as a strategic lever.

By promoting inclusion and representation, ecosystems:

• Attract broader talent pools
• Improve innovation outcomes
• Reflect global markets more accurately

Leadership diversity strengthens ecosystem resilience.