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Sales often determines whether a startup grows or stagnates. Many founders are strong in product and tech, but when it comes to clearly defined target customers, solid sales funnels, and predictable B2B sales, questions remain open. We speak with Henning Heesen about how startups can set up sales from the beginning and what mistakes they should avoid.

An interview with K5 trade show director Verena Schlüppmann about the right time for startups to attend a fair as exhibitors, selecting suitable events, and proper preparation and follow-up.

A satellite that deploys only in space and extends structures to 15 meters in size. What sounds like science fiction is highly complex engineering: Munich-based startup Dcubed develops technologies that must perform precisely in orbit – or not at all. We spoke exclusively with Dcubed founder Dr. Thomas Sinn about this fascinating technology.

Munich-based Vyoma generates space traffic data using ground-based – and soon its own space-based – sensors to enable automated satellite operations. The startup supplies satellite operators, reinsurers, space agencies, and intelligence services with valuable information. Founded in August 2020, Vyoma now employs over 40 specialized engineers and scientists. In the interview, Stefan Frey, CEO and Managing Director of Vyoma, answers our questions.

Since 2018, Chargex has developed and produced charging infrastructure solutions and products for electric vehicles. Earlier this year, the Munich startup brought a new CEO on board: With Tobias Scharfen, the company has gained a specialist with extensive sales and scaling experience. In the interview, he talks about his plans for the company and how he assesses the development of the electric car market. He also provides tips for a successful leadership transition at startups.

You can find the investor interview with Marc Alexander Kühn from UVC Partners and all other episodes of our podcast on Spotify, iTunes, Amazon Music, Deezer, Google Podcasts, Pocket Casts, Radio Public, Breaker, Overcast, Castbox, Podcast Addict and Anchor. Marc Alexander Kühn holds a master’s degree in engineering and computer science from the Technical University […]

Since 2017, Ecog has been helping charging station manufacturers develop their solutions cost-effectively and scale profitably. In an interview, CEO and co-founder Jörg Heurer explains what successes his company has achieved so far and what’s next for Ecog.

You can find the investor interview with Claudius Jablonka from 10x Founders and all other episodes of our podcast on Spotify, iTunes, Amazon Music, Deezer, Google Podcasts, Pocket Casts, Radio Public, Breaker, Overcast, Castbox, Podcast Addict and Anchor. Dr. Claudius Jablonka initially led the Center for Digital Technology Management (CDTM) at TU München and LMU […]

Possible Ventures is an early-stage investor founded in 2020 and based in Munich. The venture capital firm invests globally in startups that consider sustainability aspects. Munich startups the VC has already invested in include Avi Medical, Orbem, Reverion, Marvel Fusion, Holidu and ToZero. An interview with Christoph Baumeister, Principal at Possible Ventures.

How does a startup become successful? What does a good ecosystem look like? And what trends are occupying founders and investors? We spoke with successful founder and investor Ronald Paul about the startup scene in Munich and Germany.