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Win a trip to SXSW Austin 2016 or to Europe-wide startup conferences

Know-how and networking: both are essential for startups, and both can be found at the right conferences. Now there are two ways to get to startup events for free—or at least at a lower cost.

With Werk1 to SXSW Austin 2016

With the help of Werk1 and the Bavarian Ministry of Economic Affairs, three Bavarian startups can take a trip to South by Southwest SXSW in Austin, arguably the largest festival for digital pioneers and trendsetters. The trip kicks off on March 10, 2016.

Apply for a trip to SXSW 2016 by mid-October

You and your startup can apply to Werk1 with a one-pager until October 12. After a decision round by the Advisory Board, the selected startups will face two pitching rounds:

    1. At the next Munich Startup Demo Night on October 22nd at the Tonhalle. Demo Night is an essential exercise for SXSW.
    2. The following day, October 23, you will participate in a public pitch at the Munich Media Days. The Advisory Board will be there to evaluate your pitch.

Live in the WERK1 Startup House in Austin

The three most compelling startups win. You'll be enrolled in the Startup Accelerator ($200), receive a ticket to SXSW (at least $825), have a place to sleep in the WERK1 Startup House (valued at $1,800), and also receive a subsidy for your plane ticket.

Or: With Startup Sesame to all important startup conferences in Europe

If you don’t win the prize draw at Werk1, have a look at Startup Sesame The new program brings founders to Europe's largest technology conferences, without having to invest several thousand euros in tickets.

A so-called "Bundle Ticket" promises access to conferences such as Arctic15, Challengers, Pioneers Festival, or Slush for just €1,000. Alternatively, there is also a raffle. The winner will travel to the events for free. Website you can apply for it.

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