WORLDFACTORY Start-up Center of Ruhr University Bochum is thrilled to invite you to the highly anticipated Stage Two Wildcards event, taking place on September 19, in Bochum, Germany. This is your chance to be part of a unique and dynamic event designed to spotlight the most innovative startups and entrepreneurial talents from across Europe.
📅 Event Date: September 19th, 2024
📍 Location: „O-Werk“ (Suttner-Nobel-Allee 4 44803 Bochum, Germany)
🔗 Register Here: Attendee Tickets
- Do you know interesting start-ups? University start-ups from Europe can apply until August 25: https://stagetwo.io/wildcards)
(Pitch guidelines: Each team will have a 2-minute pitch in English followed by a 3-minute Q&A session with our esteemed panel of judges from Siemens, Bertelsmann, better ventures, and Ruhr University Bochum’s Incubator FACE (Female Academic Entrepreneurs at RUB). Only one member from each team is permitted to pitch, but co-founders can chime in during the Q&A.)
We would appreciate if you could share the pitch opportunity with your university start-ups. Please find attached the correspondent media kit!
About Stage Two Wildcards:
Stage Two Wildcards is an integral part of the Stage Two startup competition, providing a platform for university startups to shine on an international stage. The event aims to connect young entrepreneurs with investors, industry leaders, and potential collaborators, fostering an environment of growth, learning, and innovation. With the Wildcard Event at the O-Werk hosted by WORLDFCATORY, twelve international startups have the unique chance to stand on the Stage Two stage even without prior nomination from their home university.
There are four wildcard categories sponsored by a corporate or institution:
- Industrial Innovation Wildcard by Siemens
- HR Tech Wildcard by Bertelsmann & EMBRACE
- Impact Wildcard by better ventures
- Female Team Wildcard by FACE
Why you shouldn’t miss this event?
- Networking: Connect with international entrepreneurs, investors, and professionals from various industries.
- Inspiration: Hear from keynote speakers who are leaders in their fields.
- Opportunities: Discover potential partnerships, investments, and collaborations.
- Innovation: Experience the latest advancements and creative solutions.
