The atTRACTION project invites deep-tech startups from Lithuania to participate in its Pitching Side-Event during the Startup BW Summit 2025. This is your chance to connect with investors from the Baden-Württemberg ecosystem and expand your reach across Europe. Spaces are limited, so register early to secure your place in this event.
Why Participate?
- Investor Engagement: Present your startup to investors and explore co-investment opportunities.
- Business Expansion: Gain access to new markets and expand your ecosystem through strategic connections.
- Global Exposure: Join a platform designed to promote cross-regional collaboration and global investment in deep-tech.
CyberForum and InnoWerft—two of Baden-Württemberg’s most influential business acceleration providers—will join and evaluate your pitch and explore opportunities for investment and collaboration with your startup. CyberForum, Germany’s largest high-tech business network, supports startups through incubation, mentorship, and access to over 1,200 corporate and investor members. InnoWerft, a premier early-stage venture fund and accelerator, specializes in pre-seed and seed-stage investments and co-investment through the Start-up BW Pre-Seed program. Notably, Maren Osterlitz, Head of Venture Funding at InnoWerft, will be directly engaging with startups and evaluating investment opportunities, making this event a prime gateway to securing funding and strategic partnerships in Baden-Württemberg.
This is a unique opportunity for startups to engage with key stakeholders who can provide investment, strategic support, and direct access to funding programs in Baden-Württemberg.
Event Highlights:
- Pitching Session: Present your startup to investors in a structured 4+ format (4 minutes of pitching + 5 minutes for Q&A).
- Networking & Speed-Dating: Engage in one-on-one meetings with key stakeholders to forge valuable partnerships.
- Preparation Support: Benefit from focused training sessions to refine your pitch and improve investor engagement.
Eligibility & Selection:
We will be financing 9 startups to join atTRACTION in Stuttgart to participate in our Pitching Side-Event as well as to take part in the main venue at the Startup BW Summit 2025 (details will be arranged with each individual startup). For this, we will be selecting from a pool of 25 startups, choosing those with the most compelling pitch. Available spots for the selection process will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Startups will be evaluated based on their investment potential, deep-tech innovation, and market expansion readiness (technical details will be provided after registration). APPLY NOW!
Specific aspects of the financial support will be discussed after the selection process individually with each startup and through the local atTRACTION partner in each corresponding ecosystem, as well as the atTRACTION Coordination Team: Jurgita Šarkienė: [email protected] and Elżbieta Książek: [email protected]
Key Dates:
📅 Registration Deadline: March 11, 2025, APPLY HERE
🎤 Pitching Evaluation: 10:00 – 12:30 CET, March 18, 2025
📢 Results Notification: March 21, 2025
📚 Startup BW Summit Preparatory Session and Training: 12:30 – 14:30 CET, May 6, 2025
🚀 Startup BW Summit 2025: June 2, 2025 | Stuttgart, Germany
🎯 atTRACTION Pitching Side-Event: June 3, 2025 | Stuttgart, Germany
📢 TRMNL4 & Snapchat Launch Traction Builder – A 6-Week Consumer Tech Accelerator 🚀
📅 Deadline: March 26, apply here
💰 Equity-Free Program | Up to $30K in Ad Credits | 50+ VC Investors
🚀 What is Traction Builder?
TRMNL4 and Snapchat are launching Traction Builder, a 6-week, equity-free accelerator for 15 consumer tech startups (Seed to Series A). This program is designed to help startups scale their user acquisition, optimize growth, and pitch to top investors.
🎯 What Startups Get:
✅ Up to $30K in Snapchat Ads – test, scale & optimize
✅ Growth workshops from experts at Revolut, Wise, Flo & more, with insights shared at Stanford, Berkeley, and Oxford
✅ Pitch to 50+ VCs at a leading global startup conference
✅ Exclusive access to TRMNL4’s founder & investor network
📍 Why Snapchat?
Snapchat reaches 450M users daily, with Gen Z at its core. A previous Traction Builder finalist, MemoryOS, achieved remarkable results in just 4 weeks:
📉 20% lower CPA
🌎 Expansion into 13 countries
📈 150+ new customers
"Snapchat’s audience has evolved—yesterday’s teens are today’s paying customers. We are no longer just a social platform but a powerful growth engine, set to expand 8x by 2028. Startups who learn to leverage it now will lead the next wave of consumer growth."
— Alexandra Tesler, Senior Client Partner at Snap Inc.
💡 Why Join?
"At TRMNL4, we’ve spent years working with consumer tech startups, and here’s the reality: acquiring users is getting more expensive. EdTech spends $806 per customer, fintech $1,450. Startups need knowledge, resources, and a network to grow. That’s why we provide marketing expertise, ad credits, and access to top VCs—everything startups need to scale in B2C."
— Tatiana Ladanova, CEO at TRMNL4
📌 How to Apply?
📝 Selection Process:
1️⃣ Pitch Deck Review
2️⃣ Interview Round
🚀 Don’t miss your chance to join the next wave of consumer tech leaders!
ITU SEED International Startup Accelerator Program
📅 Deadline: April 17 (with a possible extension)
🌍 Apply & Learn More: https://ituseed.com
Program Overview:
ITU SEED, the incubation center of Istanbul Technical University (ITU) ARI Teknokent, is inviting applications for its International Startup Accelerator Program. Celebrating over a decade of fostering innovation, ITU SEED has been recognized among the top five university-affiliated incubation centers globally. This program is designed to support technology entrepreneurs at various stages, offering comprehensive resources to accelerate their success in the global market.
Who Should Apply?
✔️ Non-Turkish speaking founders
✔️ Startups established in any country
✔️ Open to all stages & industries
✔️ Entrepreneurs aiming for global growth
If you're looking to leverage Istanbul’s strategic position as a bridge between Europe and the Middle East, this is the perfect opportunity.
Program Benefits:
💼 Acceleration Services:
- Free office spaces, infrastructure support & prototyping labs
- Training, mentoring & investor meetings
- Exclusive demo days to showcase your startup
🏆 Big Bang Startup Challenge:
- Pitch to thousands of investors & corporate partners
- Compete for a share of nearly €50 million in investments
🚀 Growth Opportunities:
- Tax advantages under ITU ARI Technopark
- Join a strong startup ecosystem for scaling & partnerships
How to Apply?
📌 Submit your preliminary application via the ITU SEED portal.
📝 Fill out a short form with your startup’s details & founders' background.
🚀 Don’t miss this chance to accelerate your startup with ITU SEED’s world-class support!
🚀 Introducing The Founders Club – Your Shortcut to Startup Success! 🚀
Being a founder is a thrilling but challenging journey. The Founders Club by Startup Wise Guys is here to support, guide, and empower you with everything you need to scale your startup successfully.
What to Expect from The Founders Club?
✅ A High-Impact Founder Network – Connect with a global community of ambitious entrepreneurs, top mentors, and investors.
✅ Exclusive Learning & Growth Sessions – Gain actionable insights from industry experts on leadership, sales, fundraising, and growth strategies.
✅ Hands-On Mentorship – Get one-on-one guidance tailored to your startup’s challenges.
✅ Fundraising & Investor Access – Learn how to pitch, negotiate, and secure funding with confidence.
✅ Sales & GTM Strategies – Get proven tactics to scale revenue and expand your market reach.
✅ Founder Resilience & Well-being – Build a strong mindset to navigate stress and leadership challenges.
💡 This program is designed for ambitious founders ready to take their startup to the next level. If you’re looking for expert insights, a strong support network, and game-changing strategies, The Founders Club is for you!
🔗 Apply today and accelerate your growth! 👉 https://bit.ly/49EfIba
🔒 Is your cybersecurity or defense startup ready for the next big leap?
🚀 Applications are now open for the Startup Wise Guys Cybersecurity & Defence Accelerator Program! This program is designed to help you scale, secure funding, and build strong partnerships with industry experts and investors.
✨ Why join us?
💰 Funding opportunity – Up to €100,000 investment, with the possibility of €250,000 follow-on and an additional €100,000 if you register in Bilbao.
🚀 Expert guidance – Gain sales and product development insights from top mentors in cybersecurity and defense.
🌍 Grow your network – Access 350+ mentors, 200+ investors, and join a community of 800+ founders like you!
Start your journey in Lisbon and finish with a grand Graduation in #Bilbao. Apply today and accelerate your startup to new heights! 🌟
🏗 Applications Now Open: Future Built Assets Accelerator Program by Startup Wise Guys 🚀
Are you a hashtag#PropTech, hashtag#ConTech, or hashtag#SmartCities founder ready to reshape the industry? 🌍🏠 This is your chance to join a transformative program designed for startups tackling the biggest challenges in real estate today!
🔎 We’re looking for hashtag#B2B & hashtag#B2B2C solutions in:
🛠 Design & Construction – Design Tools, Prefab Technologies, Green Buildings
🏡 Real Estate & Brokerage – Listing Platforms, Marketplaces, Tech-Enabled Brokerage, Residential Financing Solutions
🏢 Commercial & Asset Management – Commercial Search, B2B Brokerage, Leasing, and Asset Management
💡 Innovation & Tech – Energy Management, Client Experience Enhancement, FinTech & InsurTech, Next-Gen Hospitality
What you'll get:
✅ Investment: Receive $100,000 in funding during the program in exchange for equity &, for top startups, access to a follow-on opportunity up to $500,000.
✅ Co-investment: A co-investment opportunity with leading venture capital funds from the region and worldwide.
✅ Program: Participate in a free 4-6 month hybrid accelerator designed for your growth.
✅ Market Access: Gain exclusive access to industry sandboxes and pilot opportunities with leading real estate developers in the region.
✅ Expert Guidance: Access tailored mentorship to overcome regulatory hurdles, refine your go-to-market strategy, and scale effectively.
✅ Strategic Connections: Build valuable partnerships with experienced founders, investors, and industry experts.
✅ Community Impact: Join a global network dedicated to sustainable and scalable innovation.
This program is launched in partnership with Real Estate General Authority | الهيئة العامة للعقار (CEO Abdullah Alhammad), National Technology Development Program (CEO Ibrahim Neyaz), Retal , AQAR عقار , Alpin Limited, SEEDRA Ventures (CEO Abdullah AlMunif), Saudi ConTech, Zacua Ventures, and Canon Marketing Japan.
🙌 People behind the program: Program General Partners Jourdan Alexander-Younis, Aya Zaghnin.
and marvelous experts Calvin Kam, Ibrahim Odeh, PhD, MBA, Ritin Koria, PhD, Holley Chant, LEED AP, Jeong Woo, Kay Killmann, Lynn N. Simon, FAIA, LEED Fellow, Matthew Carli, Shayne Hastings.
📍 The program will be hybrid & the onsite activities will be based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
🔗 Ready to scale your vision? Apply now!
👉 https://bit.ly/3SGwaRs
Showcase Your Business in the EXPO 2025 Osaka Baltic Countries Catalog!
Present your business in the EXPO 2025 Osaka Baltic Countries Catalog and reach a global audience of millions. This is a unique opportunity to establish your presence in Japan and Asian markets, build valuable business connections, and become part of a world-class innovation ecosystem!
Why Participate?
✅ Global Visibility – EXPO 2025 Osaka is expected to attract 28+ million visitors, with 6,000+ visitors daily at the Baltic Pavilion
✅ Targeted Business Contacts – The catalog will be viewed by potential partners, investors, distributors, and buyers
✅ Cost-Effective Global Exposure – Participation is completely free
✅ Direct Sales Opportunity – Visitors will be redirected to your e-shop for purchases
🔹 B2B Catalog – Designed for attracting business partners, investors, and distributors, fostering long-term collaborations in Japan and Asian markets
🔹 B2C Catalog – Focused on direct sales, where visitors can browse products via smart screens and be redirected to your e-shop to complete the purchase
📅 Registration deadline: March 1
🔗 Register here: https://forms.office.com/e/FKsFErp2cE
Contacts:
📧 [email protected] | 📞 +370 658 53 180
We look forward to your participation! 🚀
✨ Emerging Female Leaders is a 2-month online course 🌍💡 (Session dates: April 8th, 10th, 22nd, 24th, and May 6th, 8th, 20th, 22nd & 26th from 18:00 – 20:00 CET ⏰)
🚀 This program empowers women to transform their dreams into reality while fostering the skills needed to create a brave, compassionate, and sustainable world 🌱💜 for current and future generations. Gain insights into leadership strategies that emphasize emotional intelligence 💡💖 and sustainability, equipping you to drive meaningful changein both your personal and professional life.
Course Sessions:
🔹 Session 1: Who am I? Who do I want to be? How do I want to show up in life and work? What are my values and guiding star?
🔹 Session 2: What core beliefs and life patterns do I have about my work, relationships, and self-worth? What beliefs empower me, and what beliefs do I need to let go of?
🔹 Session 3: What type of leader do I want to be? What is required of me to become this leader? How will it create value in my life?
🔹 Session 4: What is the connection between limiting beliefs, societal norms, neuroleadership, and resistance to change? How can I create inspiration, motivation, and ability to change in order to achieve what I truly want?
🔹 Session 5: What drives me in life? Why do I do what I do? What actions can I take today to get to where I want to be tomorrow?
🔹 Session 6: Which relationships fulfill me and give me what I need? Which are draining my energy? Which will empower me?
🔹 Session 7: How can I express my needs and boundaries while showing compassion and empathy? How can I empower myself to then empower others?
🔹 Session 8: How do I create wealth and abundance? What is important for me to invest in? How am I standing in my own way when it comes to financial and personal success?
🔹 Session 9: Integrating the learnings and insights from the course and creating next steps for the future.
Apply Now:
👉 Apply here
👉 Select Training Module 23 (second from the bottom)
👉 Deadline: February 23, 2025, at 23:59 CET
👉 Eligibility: Women in leadership positions, at the beginning of their leadership journey, or those interested in leadership. Must be 18+ and from Europe or MENA
👉 Funded by the Anna Lindh Foundation – 100% free of charge
Meet the Facilitators:
Karolina Mazetyte – Social entrepreneur, facilitator & trainer, co-founder of Well-being LAB (Sweden), TEDx speaker, ChangemakerXchange global facilitator, and a specialist in mental health, social innovation, and leadership.
Carina Gunnarsdotter – Entrepreneur, educator, coach, and CEO of Changing Perspective, working in leadership, communication, stress management, and holistic sustainability. Her passion is guiding transformational learning experiences that enhance leadership and well-being.
Join us and step into your leadership journey!
#WomenInLeadership #Empowerment #AnnaLindhFoundation #PersonalGrowth
🚀 Vienna Startup Package 2025: Empowering International Startups in Vienna
📅 Application Deadline: February 22, 2025
Program Overview
The Vienna Startup Package, organized by the Vienna Business Agency, offers 15 international startups the opportunity to immerse themselves in Vienna’s dynamic startup ecosystem. This exclusive 8-week program is designed to help startups expand into the DACH region and explore Vienna as a strategic market.
Key Benefits
- Networking Opportunities – Access to key industry players and startup community
- Business Coaching – Personalized 1:1 mentoring sessions
- 🏡 Accommodation – 1-month stay for one startup representative
- Coworking Space – 4 weeks at a leading Vienna coworking hub
- ✈️ Travel Reimbursement – Up to €600 (Europe) or €1,200 (Overseas)
- Event Access – Join ViennaUP 2025 (May 8-16), a major startup festival
Why Vienna?
Vienna is not only one of Europe’s most livable cities, but also a booming innovation hub! With its strong startup ecosystem, strategic location, and supportive business environment, it’s the perfect launchpad for startups looking to scale in the DACH region.
Who Can Apply?
The program seeks startups that have traction in their home markets and are ready for scaling, particularly in Austria.
Selection is based on a two-step process, including expert interviews and evaluations.
How to Apply?
📌 Submit your application by February 22, 2025!
More details & application form: Vienna Startup Package Website
✨ Don’t miss this opportunity to grow your startup in Vienna!