The E❌IST Start-up Grant is the most exciting funding program for founders from universities. To receive the funding of approximately €130,000 per team, you must clearly demonstrate that your project is innovative. This workshop series is designed to support you in generating ideas and optimizing the innovation description for EXIST applications.
Join the EXIST workshop series, develop innovative business ideas with us and the community, and start your own project! We look forward to equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed for success in the world of entrepreneurship and innovation. As part of the new cohort of six events, which will take place on the last Friday of each month (10 AM - 1 PM), various topics will be covered. The online workshops will start on January 30th as an interactive online event, combining an inspiring workshop with individual project work and coach feedback.
The dates of the series:
You can choose to attend one or more of the following sessions. Please register here for participation.
- January 30th 2026: Check-In: The EXIST journey: From Idea to Execution (EXIST Gründungsstipendium expert guest: Andrea Schuster)
- February 20th: From Ideas to Innovation, Product Development Strategies & Team
- March 27th: EXIST Bootcamp on Innovation and Prototyping - Project Work (on site)
- April 24th: From Founder story to Project Planning
- May 22nd: Market Analysis: From Customer Value to Competitive Strategy
- June 26th: Market Entry, Business Operations and Prizing
- SUMMER BREAK
- August 28th: Financial Planning and Growth
- September 25th: Project Presentation & Feedback by Mentors
If you have questions send an E-Mail to us. We look forward to supporting you on your journey to the EXIST Start-up Grant.
EXIST One-on-One Consultation for Teams
Take advantage of our 1:1 consultation for the EXIST Start-up Grant. Book an appointment here.