Venture Café Berlin

👥 Aspiring Founders Meetup #6 👥 Are you an aspiring founder in Berlin feeling overwhelmed by the challenges of pursuing your startup idea or self-employment? You’re not alone! Join Employed.world at their Aspiring Founders Meetup to connect with like-minded individuals, gain insights from experienced professionals, and find the support you need to take your next steps confidently. 📅 When: March 13, 2024 | 5 PM – 8 PM 📍 Where: CIC Berlin, Lohmühlenstraße 65 Featuring: 🌟 Zubin John, Co-Founder & CTO – Wavess 🌟 Bruno Morgante, Founder & CEO – Mantegora 🌟 Astrik Mkrtchyan, Co-Founder & CEO – Wavess 🌟 Liubov Antonova, Co-Founder – WeBlimp Why Attend? ✨ Discover resources and tools to help you navigate business registration, tax implications, and visa challenges. ✨ Learn how to apply for the startup subsidy (Gründungszuschuss) or start grants to kick-start your venture. ✨ Gain access to international-friendly co-working spaces and recommendations for founder and VC communities in Berlin. ✨ Connect with a community that values support, know-how, and network building. Let’s connect aspiring founders and experienced professionals to make things happen. Who’s in? 🚀 #AspiringFounders #StartupJourney #Entrepreneurship #BerlinStartups #VentureCafeBerlin #ThursdayGathering #Networking #Innovation

🚀 Market Pull vs. Technology Push? Why Not Both! 🚀 Join us at the Venture Cafe Berlin Thursday Gathering for an inspiring session on balancing market needs with technological innovation. Discover how Forward College students collaborated with MoreApp, a Dutch scale-up, to explore new opportunities for product expansion. Instead of defaulting to AI, they took a user-driven approach, letting real needs guide their direction. Spoiler: AI became the solution—but only because it was the right fit for users. 📅 When: March 13, 2024 | 5 PM – 8 PM 📍 Where: CIC Berlin, Lohmühlenstraße 65 Featuring: 💫 Amory Mayer, Student – Forward College 💫 Melina Costa, Leadership Fellow – Forward College 💫 Sindre Veum, Student – Forward College What You’ll Learn: ✔️ How to balance market pull and technology push for meaningful innovation ✔️ Key insights from Forward College’s user-driven approach ✔️ The importance of letting real needs shape technological solutions ✔️ Lessons from their collaboration with MoreApp Let’s connect innovators and thinkers to make things happen. Who’s in? 🚀 #MarketPull #TechnologyPush #Innovation #AI #UserDriven #VentureCafeBerlin #ThursdayGathering #ForwardCollege #MoreApp

🌍 The European Challenge: Staying Competitive in the Global Life Science Industry 🌍 Join us at the Venture Cafe Berlin Thursday Gathering to explore the challenges and opportunities for Europe in the global life science industry. This session will delve into key factors shaping competitiveness, from regulatory landscapes and funding gaps to innovation ecosystems and talent retention. Gain insights from industry experts on strategies to strengthen Europe’s position in the rapidly evolving life sciences market. 📅 When: March 13, 2024 | 5 PM – 8 PM 📍 Where: CIC Berlin, Lohmühlenstraße 65 Featuring: 💫 Dr. Anela Vukoja – COO, Apollo Health Ventures 💫 Kai Uwe Bindseil – Head of Life Sciences, Industry and Infrastructure Division, Berlin Partner für Wirtschaft und Technologie GmbH 💫 Rizgar Saltik – Founder & Operations Director, Sciential - Digital Marketing for Life Sciences Brands 💫 Thore Buergel – Co-Founder, Pheiron 💫 Manuel Grossmann – Founding Partner, Amino Collective Key Discussion Points: 💡 Navigating regulatory landscapes and funding challenges 💡 Building and sustaining innovation ecosystems 💡 Strategies for talent retention and development 💡 Strengthening Europe’s role in the global life sciences market Let’s connect innovators and industry leaders to make things happen. Who’s in? 🚀 #EuropeanLifeSciences #GlobalCompetitiveness #Innovation #LifeSciences #VentureCafeBerlin #ThursdayGathering #IndustryInsights

🔬Translating Science: Insights from Startup Founders 🔬 Join us at the Venture Cafe Berlin Thursday Gathering to hear from inspiring startup founders who are bridging the gap between scientific discovery and real-world impact. Learn about their journeys, the challenges they’ve overcome, and the strategies they’ve used to build successful companies. This is a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights and advice for your own entrepreneurial path. 📅 When: March 13, 2024 | 5 PM – 8 PM 📍 Where: CIC Berlin, Lohmühlenstraße 65 Featuring: 🌟Alissa Maresa Rohrbach (she/her), Co-Founder – Recovery Cat 🌟Sam Sharifi, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer – Matter Bio 🌟Felix Lorenz, CEO/CSO and Co-Founder – Captain T Cell 🌟M-Hossein Moeinzadeh, Co-Founder & CTO – Lucid Genomics 🌟Hannah Payette Peterson, Co-Managing Director – Nucleate Germany Discover: 💡 How to translate scientific breakthroughs into impactful businesses 💡 Lessons learned from the trenches of startup life 💡 Strategies for navigating challenges and building a successful company 💡 Advice for aspiring founders in the life sciences and biotech space Let’s connect innovators and entrepreneurs to make things happen. Who’s in? 🚀 #TranslatingScience #Startups #Entrepreneurship #LifeSciences #Biotech #Innovation #VentureCafeBerlin #ThursdayGathering

🌐 Breakout Roundtables: Dive into Biotech & Startup Insights 🌐 Join us for an engaging session of Breakout Roundtables where experts lead dynamic small-group discussions on the latest trends and challenges in biotech and life sciences. Whether you're exploring cutting-edge advancements or seeking practical advice for your startup, this is your chance to exchange ideas, ask questions, and connect with industry leaders. 📅 When: March 13, 2024 | 5 PM – 8 PM 📍 Where: CIC Berlin, Lohmühlenstraße 65 🌟 Featuring: Sejal Patel-Tolksdorf – Regulatory Analyst, Freelance Paul von Bünau – Managing Director, idalab Peter Yudichev – Team Member, German Association for Synthetic Biology - GASB e.V. Stefan Frank – Sr. Director Strategy & Enterprise Operations, BlueRock Therapeutics Romano Heinz – Digital Marketing Consultant, Sciential - Digital Marketing for Life Sciences Brands Wolfgang Schönig – Partner, Morrison Foerster 💡 Connect with innovators and make things happen! Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and network with industry leaders. Who’s ready to dive in? 🚀 #BreakoutRoundtables #Biotech #LifeSciences #Startups #Innovation #Networking #VentureCafeBerlin #ThursdayGathering

📢 Reverse Pitches: Meet the Investors & Incubators 📢 In this Reverse Pitch session, the tables are turned! Instead of startups pitching, incubators, accelerators, and investors will share what they’re looking for, the support they offer, and how you can engage with them. Discover key funding opportunities, mentorship programs, and strategic partnerships to accelerate your life science venture. 📅 When: March 13, 2024 | 5 PM – 8 PM 📍 Where: CIC Berlin, Lohmühlenstraße 65 Speakers: 🔹 Darius Zarrabian – Associate, FoodLabs 🔹 Garima Bhardwaj, Ph.D. – Head of Clinical Incubator, Berlin Institute of Health 🔹 Giovanni Rolandino – Venture Manager – Health, Creative Destruction Lab 🔹 Dr. Luka Nićin – Venture Capitalist, Pace Ventures 🔹 Manuel Grossmann – Founding Partner, Amino Collective 🔹 Marion Hitchcock – Managing Director Gene & Cell Incubator Berlin & Portfolio Manager, Bayer 🔹 Philipp Kopp – Investment Manager, bmp Ventures 🔹 Simon Cladders– Director Portfolio Strategy & Ops, Bayer 🔹 Stefan Hristov – Eco Lead Germany, Nucleate Germany 🔹 TsungYen Wu, PhD 宗諺 (Yen) – Entrepreneur in Residence, AdBio partners 🔹 Vahid Asimi – Investment Team, Heal Capital 🔹 Valeriya S. – Investment Team, Earlybird Venture Capital Let’s connect innovators and investors to make things happen. Who’s in? 🚀 #ReversePitch #Startups #Investors #LifeSciences #Funding #Networking #VentureCafeBerlin #ThursdayGathering #Innovation

Keeping fingers crossed for our Venture Café Berlin Representative - Nicola Mizon / VIZTA DGTL who won the local Pitch2Tokyo competition! 🤞

See for yourself! ✨ THURSDAY GATHERING #5 – ReFashioned: Innovations in Sustainable Style was an evening full of inspiration, bold ideas, and meaningful connections! From groundbreaking insights to new collaborations, the energy in the room was incredible. Special thanks to our Program Partner HASTE STUDIOS 🙏 Hit play and experience it yourself! 🔥⬇️ Don’t miss out on the next one! THURSDAY GATHERING #6 – LIFE SCIENCES AND BUSINESS 📅 March 13, 2025 | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM 📍 CIC Berlin, Lohmühlenstraße 65 See you there? 🚀 #VentureCafeBerlin #ThursdayGathering #Innovation #SustainableFashion #Networking #BerlinEvents #LifeSciences #Entrepreneurship Vid. Anasteisha Danger

🧬 Life Sciences & Business: where Innovation meets Impact 💡 Join us on March 13th as we explore the intersection of life sciences, business, and technology, bringing together researchers, entrepreneurs, and investors shaping the future of healthcare and biotech. From biotech breakthroughs to investment strategies in health innovation, this gathering is a must for anyone looking to drive progress in the life sciences industry. What’s in store? ✨ Panel discussions with exciting startups and life science leaders discussing the future of biotech in Europe ✨ Startup showcases & demo tables featuring cutting-edge health innovations ✨ Reverse pitches from investors, incubators, and accelerators sharing what they’re looking for and what they offer ✨ Breakout roundtables about exciting topics in biotech and company building Whether you’re a researcher, startup founder, investor, or just curious about the future of life sciences, this is the place to connect and collaborate! 📅 When: March 13th | 5 PM – 8 PM 📍 Where: CIC Berlin, Lohmühlenstraße 65 Speakers: Hannah Payette Peterson, Rizgar Saltik, Dr. Anela Vukoja, TsungYen Wu, PhD 宗諺 (Yen), Simon Cladders, Ruth R. Shah, Marion Hitchcock, Garima Bhardwaj, Ph.D., M-Hossein Moeinzadeh, Sam Sharifi, PhD, Manuel Grossmann, Philipp Kopp, Darius Zarrabian, Stefan Hristov, Romano Heinz, Dr. Luka Nićin, Giovanni Rolandino, Valeriya S., Bruno Morgante, Melina Costa, Vahid Asimi, Felix Lorenz, Amory Mayer, Sindre Veum, Peter Yudichev, Sejal Patel-Tolksdorf, Kai Uwe Bindseil, Paul von Bünau, Alissa Maresa Rohrbach (she/her), Wolfgang Schönig, Stefan Frank, Liubov Antonova, Astrik Mkrtchyan, Thore Buergel & more Demo Tables: NGP - Nature Guard Packaging UG, here&there, Teneura Therapeutic, RentAnLive, Hanza Group - cofounders as a service, Hanza Group - cofounders as a service, Polimio, Zaven, semiQa, philia & more 🚀 Be part of the conversation shaping the future of health and biotech!

✨ Thank You for an Inspiring Thursday Gathering! ✨ A huge thank you to everyone who joined THURSDAY GATHERING #5 – ReFashioned: Innovations in Sustainable Style! Your energy, insights, and passion for sustainability made this evening truly special. 🚀 From thought-provoking discussions to meaningful connections, this gathering showcased the power of collaboration in shaping the future of sustainable fashion. A special shoutout to our incredible speakers, panelists, and partners for sharing their expertise and vision. Your contributions are driving real change! Program Partner HASTE STUDIOS 🙏 Let’s keep the momentum going! 💡💬 Join us for THURSDAY GATHERING #6 – LIFE SCIENCES AND BUSINESS on March 13. Expect groundbreaking conversations at the intersection of science, innovation, and entrepreneurship! Save the date & stay tuned for more details! #SustainableFashion #Innovation #VentureCafeBerlin #Networking #LifeSciences #Entrepreneurship #ThursdayGathering #VentureCafe Fot. Anasteisha Danger