FAQ
On Friday, all participants meet for the first time and then it starts: present your idea and form teams. In these, you will develop your new business idea with the support of experienced mentors. On Sunday you will present them on the Demo Day in the form of a pitch and with a bit of luck you will secure a place on the winner's podium.
Startup enthusiasts, students, non-students, developers, designers, business graduates, marketing gurus, engineers, etc. In short: everyone who wants to start up, is looking for a challenge, is motivated and committed are to develop a business model from an idea in a short time.
Good mood, motivation and a clear head! A laptop would also be important. Be sure to have your charging cable ready - it's going to be a busy weekend.
Yes, your team is counting on you! This is the only way you can work properly, perfect ideas and shine in the end. On Sunday you will present your idea at Demo Day.
Experienced mentors will support, inspire and motivate you over the weekend so that nothing stands in the way of realizing your idea. They come from very different areas and are always available to you with their extensive knowledge.
No, you don't have to reveal an idea if you don't want to. But maybe you miss a great opportunity and maybe someone pitches exactly your idea or a very similar idea at another Startup Weekend, which might win and then you lose out. Be brave and start! But of course, as a participant, you can also join an idea from other participants and get a taste of startup air.
No, we form teams on Friday evening.