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🚀 Startups, this is your chance for subsidized participation in #ViennaUP, the startup festival! 🚀 The programme ‘Discover Vienna: ViennaUP 2025’ from Wirtschaftsagentur Wien provides promising international startups the financial & organizational support to experience #ViennaUP 2025—a week-long festival (May 8-16) packed with game-changing events, networking, and investment opportunities across Vienna’s vibrant innovation ecosystem. 💡 Who should apply? ✅ Startups <8 years old ✅ Beyond prototype stage ✅ Successfully launched in your home market Want to explore Vienna’s thriving startup scene and be part of Europe’s biggest decentralized startup festival? 🌍✨ 🔗 Apply by March 16 and take your startup to new heights! 👉 https://lnkd.in/d_YcS_rS

☕️🚀 With so much happening at #ViennaUP, sometimes you just need a moment to pause, recharge, and soak in the energy of the city. And what better place to do that than in one of Vienna’s iconic coffee houses? ViennaUP has teamed up with three amazing cafes where you can work, network, or simply unwind over a coffee, tea, or soft drink of your choice for free with a festival wristband! This is just one of the perks that makes ViennaUP such a unique, authentic startup festival. 🍰 Café Schwarzenberg – A true classic! Experience the charm of a traditional Viennese coffee house with suited waiters and comfy window benches. 🍵 trude & töchter – Just steps from the ViennaUP homebase, this modern yet cozy café serves up classic delights made from high-quality ingredients. 🪴 Goldener Papagei (= Golden Parrot) – Love coffee and plants? Enjoy specialty brews surrounded by a lush, carefully curated green oasis. Learn more here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dkA7UehT Credit: Wirtschaftsagentur Wien_Karin Hackl

🚨 This is not a drill – #ViennaUP tickets are now available for booking! 🎉 🙌 From inspiring pitches and networking events to hands-on workshops, panel discussions, and matchmaking sessions, ViennaUP has something for everyone. Whether you're a startup, investor, facilitator, or innovation enthusiast, this is your chance to dive into Vienna's thriving startup ecosystem. 🚀 Mark your calendars – May 8–16! Over 50 events hosted by nearly 40 incredible partners await you. Explore the city, connect with the community, and meet everyone you need in one place. And by the way: most events are FREE to attend. So don't miss out and check out our programme now to get your tickets: https://lnkd.in/gyDdhjN See you in Vienna! ✨ Credit: Wirtschaftsagentur Wien_Karin Hackl

🚆 Heading to #ViennaUP? (As you should! 😉) Great news – we’ve lined up some sweet travel deals just for you! 🫶 🚄 On the right track! Train travel is the new black, and our partner ÖBB has your back. 22% off standard fees, 10% off international fares AND special Nightjet deals for your trip to ViennaUP – sounds like smooth sailing? We think so too. All aboard for a stress-free, eco-friendly journey! 🌍 🛌 Stay cool and stay green 💚 From buzzing community hubs to lush green oases, our hotel partners offer stylish, sustainable stays. Get discounts up to 23% at The Social Hub (B Corp™), Boutiquehotel Stadthalle and Henriette Stadthotel Vienna and catch some Z's in between exploring the city and enjoying the festival. 🎡 More savings on travel and hotels means more to spend on Schnitzel and Sachertorte ✨ Check out the deals now 👉 https://lnkd.in/dVrrXntM Credit: Wirtschaftsagentur Wien_Philipp Lipiarski

🔍 Ever wondered what makes Vienna one of the most livable cities in the world? Here’s a secret: quality of life and democracy go hand in hand. 🤝 Welcome to Vienna – European Capital Of Democracy #ECoD! 🎡 A Citizen Jury of several thousand Europeans selected Vienna as the second European Capital of Democracy, following #Barcelona, which held the title last year. This recognition highlights Vienna’s commitment to strengthening and innovating democratic processes. For one year, the city takes center stage with a diverse program of citizen-driven projects, high-profile discussions, and initiatives that bring democracy to life. 🤲 A key focus of the #Democracy Year is expanding opportunities for participation and co-determination. With initiatives like the Hub for Participation and the Democracy Lab, Vienna is breaking down barriers and creating inclusive formats that reflect the city’s diversity and commitment to livability. 🏙️ Get involved! Institutions, networks, civil society organizations, businesses, and youth groups are invited to co-create and contribute to this broad European dialogue. Bring your ideas to Vienna and gain visibility as part of the European Capital of Democracy #ECoD. Explore the full programme – with many highlights in English – and join the conversation 👉 https://lnkd.in/dGR_d5GM Credit: Wirtschaftsagentur Wien_Karin Hackl

Founders, innovators, and visionaries – are you ready to expand your startup in Europe? 🚀 Then the Vienna Startup Package is exactly what you need! We are especially encouraging female founders to take the leap and bring their vision to Vienna!💡 The Vienna Startup Package is your gateway to Austria's thriving business landscape. This fully funded 8-week programme includes: 🔹1:1 business coaching 🔹Networking with investors, corporates & ecosystem leaders 🔹Travel cost reimbursement & free accommodation 🔹A coworking space in Vienna for seamless collaboration 🔹Exclusive access to #ViennaUP, one of Europe's biggest and best startup festivals 🎡 Why Vienna? Vienna is a strategic gateway to the DACH region, offering a supportive business network and strong funding opportunities. With its booming innovation network, strategic location, and diverse entrepreneurial community, Vienna is the ideal hub for scaling your venture. 📣 Who should apply? Startups with market traction looking to expand into Austria and beyond. Women in business are especially encouraged to apply! Whether you're innovating in tech, sustainability, health, or AI, this programme will connect you with the right people to scale your business in Europe 📆 Apply by February 22 and take your startup to the next level 👉  https://lnkd.in/d_K47YCa Credit: Wirtschaftsagentur Wien_Karin Hackl

Business priorities 🤝 Planetary care – Can the gaming industry drive real change? Absolutely! Jennifer Estaris, Game Director at ustwo games (Monument Valley) and passionate climate advocate, will show how sustainability and business success go hand in hand. 👌 🌍 You want to discover how rethinking priorities can benefit not only the planet but also your business? Then you do not want to miss this talk! SUBOTRON, the platform for digital game culture in Vienna, organizes the 'arcademy', a series of lectures on scientific, artistic, pedagogical and socio-political topics with keyplayers of the global games studies – all free of charge and without registration. 🎮 On 20 February, Jennifer Estaris will share her journey integrating climate themes into award-winning games, demonstrating how sustainability can drive both creative innovation and measurable business success. 📆 SUBOTRON arcademy: How Prioritzing Change Saves the Planet – and Your Bottom Line 🕖 Thursday 20 February, 19:00 📍MuseumsQuartier/Raum D, Museumsplatz 1, 1070 Vienna The free event is being held with the support of the Wirtschaftsagentur Wien. More info 👉 https://lnkd.in/dcsy6T-6

Startups, listen up! 📣 #ViennaUP is your gateway to global exposure, networking and growth 🚀 Ready to make your mark? Then check out the #pitching opportunities and #startup programmes at your favourite Startup Festival, happening May 8-16 in Vienna! 🎡 👉 The ViennaUP Startup Package invites selected international startups to Vienna to immerse in the DACH region – apply by 22 February 👉 Learn about Vienna's thriving business and innovation landscape with the Discover Vienna: ViennaUP 2025 programme – apply by 16 March 👉 Matchmaking, networking, pitching: #ConnectDay25 has it all – apply by 31 March 👉 Are you one of Austria's young export stars? Then apply for the Born Global Champion Award powered by the Austrian Economic Chamber – apply by 21 February 👉 Pitch your startup with a gender-diverse team and highly innovative and scalable ideas to European investors at the Lead Today. Shape Tomorrow. Conference – apply by 28 February 👉 Austrian, early stage startups can be eligible to compete in the Startup World Cup Austria – apply by 2 March 👉 Road to Global provides the opportunity to pitch your innovative ideas to investors, corporates, and decision makers – apply by 7 March 👉 Showcase your project, venture, startup, or business idea to a broad audience at Maker Startup Night – apply by 13 April Find all the calls and competitions on our website: https://lnkd.in/d3zVykua Credit: Wirtschaftsagentur Wien_Karin Hackl

Interested in doing international business or diplomacy? Then Vienna is the place for you 🎡 🌍 As a United Nations headquarters city, Vienna is home to over 50 international organizations that conduct international diplomacy, including OPEC, OSCE, International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), and UNIDO, making it a central hub for global diplomacy. The diplomats and staff of embassies and multilateral institutions play a vital role in shaping Vienna's diverse international community. 💚 What do expats love about living in Vienna? It's the perfect blend of a high standard of living and an affordable cost of living. From affordable housing and safety to abundant green spaces, excellent public transport, free kindergartens, and a wealth of cultural experiences – the list goes on and on. 💼 Placed in the heart of Europe, international business benefit from Vienna's geographic location and excellent infrastructure, but also from its international and national talent pools. The city is home to 880,000 international residents and 14 international schools. 🤝 Vienna’s calendar is brimming with international summits, conferences, and meetings. The city’s vibrant multinational atmosphere plays a key role in earning its spot as the 4th most popular congress destination in the world. Want to learn more about Vienna as a city of international encounters? Have a look at our website: https://lnkd.in/d8v_GmW2 Credit: Wirtschaftsagentur Wien_Karin Hackl

🥁 Drumroll, please... The #ViennaUP programme has officially landed! 🚀 Your favourite startup festival is back May 8-16, bringing you nine action-packed days filled with opportunities to learn, level up and leverage! Designed for founders, investors and innovation enthusiasts from around the world, this ecosystem-driven meetup invites you to experience Vienna and its thriving startup scene firsthand. 🎡 What's in store? Pitching sessions, networking, conferences, hackathons, matchmaking, coffee house sessions and a truly authentic Viennese experience. The mostly free events are hosted by our incredible local and international programme partners at stunning locations throughout the city, with participants brought together each evening at the ViennaUP homebase at Karlsplatz.  Check out the fabulous #programme and stay tuned for exciting updates 👉 https://lnkd.in/gyDdhjN See you in Vienna 🫶 Credit: Wirtschaftsagentur Wien_Karin Hackl