Events & Opportunities
Discover the best networking events, workshops and opportunities in the Munich startup ecosystem. Connect with like-minded people, learn from experts and seize your chance for prize money and visibility.
🗓️ Events at a glance
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Marketing Sparring for Founders: 30 Min. 1:1
30 minutes, free of charge, no sales pitch: Founders bring their most pressing marketing question—such as positioning, early sales channels, landing pages, or using AI in marketing. Manfred “Luigi” Lugmayr […]
MATCHUP
MATCHUP is an internship hiring event that turns recruiting around: instead of students applying to companies, startups pitch to students. Founders present their company, their vision and their open internship […]
Mobility Experts Stammtisch – Lunch
We are pleased to invite you to the next Mobility Experts Stammtisch – Lunch at Munich Urban Colab!
Aller Anfang ist YEAH! – Food & Nutrition
Aller Anfang ist YEAH! brings people together to collaborate on solutions for specific challenges in their industry. The second edition is all about “Food & Nutrition.” Because hardly anything is […]
AI4Biotech Session – Biotech AI Compass: Turn AI ambition into action
***Detailed agenda now online*** AI is moving fast. The real challenge is deciding where to start, what to prioritise and how to turn ambition into action. The AI4Biotech Session – […]
Startup Demo Night
Hands-on innovations to try out Discover a wide range of exciting startups from various industries Try out the ideas and products yourself Connect with founder teams, investors, and corporate representatives […]
#4 City Demo Day – Circular Economy
How can startups and city administration drive innovation together and save resources and costs through circular economy approaches? Following the motto “Creating practical pathways together,” the City Demo Day, initiated […]
KI-Com Summit 2026
KI-Com Summit. The curated event for AI in e-commerce on December 10, 2026, in Munich. 12 sessions. Real cases. Deep insights. 1 clear focus: What works and why. Not a […]
Ultimate Demo Day 2026
The Ultimate Demo Day is our annual pitch event bringing together startups, influential industry leaders, and investors. This event is the best platform to take your investment to the next […]
Tutorial: Goodies or Employee Benefits in Startups
Company pension schemes, capital-forming benefits, company health and accident insurance, working time accounts, company bikes, free drinks, and much more – employee benefits increase employer attractiveness and boost employee retention. […]
Tutorial: Trademark Infringement – How Should a Startup Respond?
You have registered your trademark and discover that another company is using the same or a confusingly similar brand – in the worst case, one of your direct competitors. Christoph […]
Tutorial: Shared Too Much? Your Startup’s IP Rights at Events and with NDAs
Pitch events, business plan competitions, panel discussions, startup fairs, social media – all of these events are helpful for feedback, contacts, and visibility. From an IP law perspective, however, it […]
Tutorial: Design Protection – What to Consider for “Look & Feel”?
The aesthetic appearance – shape, color, form – can be registered as an industrial property right. This right was previously referred to as registered design protection. Attorney Christoph Vischer, LL.M., […]
MunichTech EXPO Conference
MunichTech EXPO is the international conference and exhibition for AI, deep tech and startups. The Main Summit takes place 22-24 March 2027 at the Alte Kongresshalle in Munich and brings […]
Tutorial: From Startup to Scale-Up: The Role of the CFO
The challenges of a startup and the tasks of the founding team in the startup phase are immense. Once these are successfully mastered, the next challenges of the growth phase […]
Tutorial: Trademark Registration – Strategy for International Business
Trademark protection is an indispensable communication and recognition tool in commercial business that no company can do without. When targeting international markets, different filing strategies are recommended. Christoph Vischer, LL.M., […]
CIRCULAR REPUBLIC FESTIVAL 2027
The CIRCULAR REPUBLIC FESTIVAL is Europe’s premier gathering for circular economy visionaries, industry leaders, and innovators. In a world where resource efficiency and sustainable business models are no longer optional […]
Tutorial: IP in Software & AI – What Is Legally Possible?
Inventions related to software or AI cannot be patented—or so goes a widespread assumption. However, there are significant patent law opportunities for IT startups that shouldn’t be underestimated, which will […]
Tutorial: Setting Up (Financial) Processes
Once they reach a certain size, many startups face the challenge of establishing internal (financial) processes that can sustain continued strong growth over the long term, delegate responsibilities to employees […]
Tutorial: Sales – How Do I Solve the Legal Challenges?
Whether dealing with direct sales or indirect sales channels via commercial agents or authorized dealers, it is crucial to understand your legal options and take a strategic approach. Dr. Thomas […]
BayOConnect 2027 – Forum for Biotech & LifeScience
BayOConnect – the turntable for Bavarian Biotechnology As a central platform, BayOConnect brings together visionary thinkers, innovative companies, and life science enthusiasts from the Bavarian biotech landscape and around the […]
Tutorial: When Your Startup Is More Zebra Than Unicorn – When Does Bank Financing Make Sense?
“Zebra” and “camel” instead of “unicorn”? If your startup is already generating revenue and “healthy” growth is possible, bank financing could be helpful. Banks typically grant loans against collateral and […]
Tutorial: Beyond Founder-Led Sales
Tutorial: Beyond Founder-Led Sales: How to scale after your first million € in revenue! A practical guide with personal experiences Winning your first customers is a major challenge for many […]
Employee Equity: How to Attract, Reward and Retain Top Talent
As a startup founder you want to attract top talent, keep your team motivated, and fuel your startup’s growth? Smart employee equity models can be a game-changer, giving your team […]