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Co-founded and exited a B2B SaaS startup for the architecture and construction industry, then served as Digital Progress Director at a major German architecture firm. She connects startups, corporates, and mentors.

A psychologist who previously worked with organizations across industries on commercializing new technologies and spin-offs. She supports founders by connecting them to investors, helping them understand customers, and building strong teams.

Developed his interest in entrepreneurship in Lisbon and has supported ventures across stages and industries. He helps impactful tech startups realize their potential.

Discovered her passion for startups during a Master's in Entrepreneurship & Innovation in Sweden. She organizes international startup events, pitch contests, and networking within VentureMatch.

Studied Sustainable Resource Management at TUM and worked at EIT Food in the agri-food innovation space. She supports operations, ecosystem activities, and marketing and events.

Founder and former Managing Director of Organifarms, which he led to acquisition by EBZ in 2025. He now leads acceleration programs and works as a Venture Consultant with the ESA Business Accelerator, supporting space-tech scale-ups.

Transitioned from a PhD in Neuroscience to deep-tech entrepreneurship, with experience as a founding partner in an early-stage healthtech venture. He helps founders translate technical milestones into investor-ready narratives and scale science-based ventures.

Previously a Founder Associate at a U.S. startup and developed two startup projects during her studies in innovation management and entrepreneurship. She supports project coordination, implementation, and process digitalization.

Brings over a decade of experience in brand strategy, thought leadership, and marketing campaigns at startups and corporates across the U.S. and EMEA. She leads marketing and communications for the accelerator.

Began his career in San Francisco's startup scene and worked in startup consultancy. With a focus on food systems and meat alternatives, he now leads the AgriFood Hub.

Sophie Tribius leads capital access and investor networks at UnternehmerTUM, bringing over a decade of venture capital experience. In her role, she works to connect deep-tech founders with investors.

A former founder with experience across startups, international banks, and tech companies. He supports startups on their path to raising investment and achieving operational excellence.

Studied Sustainable Management & Technology and Politics & Technology, with interest in circularity and the future of food. She supports the AgriFood Hub through outreach, content, and event organization.

Grew up in Silicon Valley and studied entrepreneurship in Lisbon, leading partnerships and events in a student organization. She develops programs that help startups navigate challenges and accelerate growth.