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Visibility

Stand out by showcasing your startup on a global stage, capturing the attention of top-tier investors and industry-leaders.

Present your vision to a curated audience of over 7'000 talented, motivated, and startup-focused attendees, amplifying your visibility.

Apply for your own startup-booth via START Fair or reach out to us for a paid booth and create lasting impressions and opportunities.

Growth

Get access to industry experts and their feedback on your business model, product and strategy to further improve your startup.

Gain mentorship, validate ideas and sharpen your approach trough workshops brought to you by industry leaders.

Expand your network and build partnerships with investors, mentors, entrepreneurs and students, leading to immense opportunities.

Inspiration

Get inspired by our impressing speaker-lineup ranging from industry experts to innovators that are shaping the future of technology and entrepreneurship.

Four stages full of inspiring keynote-speeches, fireside chats and panel discussions designed to spark ideas, share insights and empower your entrepreneurial journey.

At our workshops and side-events you can gain even more knowledge and expand your skill set, network, and understanding of the latest industry trends.

Why should
students
attend?

Explore new opportunities and link up with business leaders, investors, start-ups and young talents from around the world.

Get unique industry insights from thought leaders in the business and tech space, delivered in exclusive masterclasses and collaborative workshops.

Meet inspiring entrepreneurs and hear from founders who have made it in START Summit’s keynotes and campfire sessions.

Pre-register for speed-dating before the event and you’ll have the opportunity to meet and greet key players from high-profile tech companies offering internships and in-house positions.

My time at START Summit was a very entrepreneurial experience and laid the foundations for much of what I later achieved as an entrepreneur and investor. In fact, I am still working together with some of the amazing people I met at START Summit.

Stefan Jeschonnek

Co-Founder • SumUp

It’s one of the few events you have to be as an entrepreneur and investor.

Rainer Märkle

General Partner • HV Capital

START Summit really was the starting point of my entrepreneurial career. It’s where I found my first co-founders, learned leadership in real-time, and drew inspiration from successful founders.

Adrian Locher

Founder & General Partner • Merantix Capital

START Summit is an unparalleled platform for fostering innovation and connecting the brightest entrepreneurial minds in Europe. It’s the best place to meet incredible early-stage startups, future unicorn founders and fellow investors.

Andreas Goeldi

Partner • b2venture

START Summit is the best student-led founder conference I’ve had the pleasure of attending. Each year, I’m amazed by the scale and quality of the event, as well as the outstanding connections it fosters. At START Summit '24, I even invested in a founder I met there just two weeks after the conference.

Daniel Dippold

Founder & CEO • EWOR

It’s really great to come to START Summit. The way that the conference has grown is impressive.

Jaroslaw Kutylowski

CEO & Founder • DeepL

THESE INVESTORS ATTEND START SUMMIT REGULARLY

Start Fair

Secure a 2x2m booth through our START Fair program and boost your startup’s visibility. This is your chance to showcase your innovation and gain exposure to top-tier investors, experienced founders, and exceptional talent. Leverage this unique opportunity to make valuable connections and accelerate your growth.

Pitching Competition

Present your Startup to top investors and industry experts at our Pitching Competition. Compete for exposure and vital funding as you position your Startup for success. This is your chance to pitch in front of those who can make a real impact. Be part of a competition that has launched countless success stories.

Matchmaking

Get access to our matchmaking with which you can easily arrange meetings with investors and others!

SPEED DATING

Take part in our speed-dating where you meet for a short time and can present your vision and startup!

WorkshopS

We have a wide range of workshops offered by corporates and other experts in which you can participate!

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Side Events

Our various side events will offer you special experiences like our Founder Day Zero event!

Applications

Once you have at least one startup ticket you will be able to apply for START Fair and START Summiteer!

Afterparty

You will have access to our exclusive after-party directly after the START Summit!

SUMMIT 2023

Jump between stage sessions, keynotes, side events and workshops to build valuable connections, access expert advice and learn about the latest developments in the industry.

During the two-day Summit, you’ll be able to leverage our speed-dating and matchmaking service to spark those all-important conversations that could shape your future.

Discover what the entrepreneurial ecosystem is all about at the START Fair, pitch your venture to industry leaders and some of Europe’s most respected VCs at the pitching competition, and open the door to new ways of thinking by networking on START Global’s collaborative platform.