Workshops and Programs

What is the art of the great pitch? The essence of effective business communication transcends mere information delivery. It is an art form that involves crafting a narrative. Not just any narrative, but one that integrates facts into a persuasive storyline. This storyline not only highlights the critical problems being addressed but also establishes a direct connection with the audience by underlining the relevance of the message. Our Pitch Workshop is designed as an immersive journey into the world of influential pitching. Through a blend of insightful best practices and hands-on exercises, we aim to significantly enhance your teams' presentation capabilities. Embrace this opportunity to refine communication skills and propel your teams to the next level. Join us and unlock the secrets to making every pitch not just heard, but felt and remembered. This workshop is ideally combined with our Storytelling workshop. For teams that have already developed a pitch deck: We recommend considering our customized consulting services.

This program is designed to guide aspiring entrepreneurs, or those supporting founders, through the complexities of launching a business within the German innovation ecosystem. This workshop is ideal for aspiring entrepreneurs in the academic or corporate/ SME setting, offering essential knowledge and skills for navigating the business landscape successfully. We will explore what different options there are to set up a business and address company formation, registration processes, and the regulatory environment including potential pitfalls. We will conclude with operational essentials, business planning implications and ideal first and next steps. Ideal for emerging companies supported by grants, such as those on an EXIST grant, and spinoffs and spinouts seeking to formalize their entrepreneurial initiatives, this program serves as a crucial stepping stone from innovative projects to full-fledged startups.

Throughout human history, storytelling has been a fundamental mode of communication and a means of exchanging and passing down experiences. Effective business communication transcends simply sharing information; it involves weaving facts into a compelling narrative that underscores significance, engaging the audience in a dynamic exchange. This approach cultivates a deeper connection and mutual understanding. It helps participants discover how storytelling can illuminate their mission, vision, and objectives, enriching their persuasive communication efforts. Mastering the art of using stories to captivatingly convey ideas ensuring they resonate with your audience can be applied to entrepreneurial, corporate and research settings alike. We are happy to customize our workshop offering to your specific needs, target audience and desired outcome.

This dynamic workshop promotes a culture of innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship. Participants can dive directly into this interdisciplinary and fully immersive experience. No prior knowledge required. Structured into three phases — Ideation, Build, and Pitch — we follow a hands-on approach to understanding and applying the fundamentals of generating and nurturing innovative ideas. Participants will embark on a guided journey, from idea inception to creating basic prototypes and business models. We conclude with an engaging, brief pitch session, where participants showcase their innovative concepts to their peers. A key takeaway is that ideas can be systematically developed, tested, communicated easily to gain constructive feedback, and eventually brought to fruition. Idea discovery and successful implementation is hard work rather than to be left to chance. This format is highly encouraging to apply the insights and tools learned to other contexts.

This talk aims to spark change and drive innovation in Germany's economic scene, targeting organizational challenges in institutions. Despite Germany's diligence in science and research, a tendency towards endless problem-seeking meetings instead of constructive thinking in solutions prevails. Whether it is the pandemic and its aftermath, a shortage of skilled labor, or constant data security concerns, there always appear to be compelling reasons for inaction, which are then extensively debated. We propose infusing a dynamic startup culture and optimistic entrepreneurial spirit into German organizations to shift focus to value creation. Highlighting "can-do" attitudes and resilience, this session will offer practical insights and strategies for adopting an entrepreneurial mindset. Rediscover personal responsibility of the individual. We encourage a proactive, solution-focused approach to innovation and growth. Look forward to a guaranteed dose of humor with amusing anecdotes and examples.

Is your organization equipped to transform innovative ideas into viable business ventures? Our program offers a deep dive into the entrepreneurial process, tailored specifically for corporates and SMEs. Beginning with the essential phase of market need identification, participants will navigate through ideation and the formulation of compelling value propositions.
This hands-on program encourages participants to engage directly with potential customers, aiming for a problem-solution fit that addresses real market needs. Under the guidance of seasoned coaches with extensive entrepreneurial experience, teams will refine their business models and build first versions of their pitch decks. This preparation ensures that participants can confidently communicate their venture's value, effectively engaging with key stakeholders and investors within and external to the company. Participants will benefit from working om their entrepreneurial challenges from day one onwards, providing them with invaluable insights and practical experience. The program is designed to not only foster the development of innovative corporate ventures along a venture building program but also to stimulate personal and professional growth within an immersive workshop setting. Through active participation and dedication, teams will unlock significant opportunities for growth, equipped with the tools and knowledge to launch and scale their ventures successfully. Join us to propel your organization into its next phase of innovation and success.

We help your ventures convert into viable, investor-ready startups. Designed for corporates and SMEs, this program focuses on setting individual, specific milestones and providing comprehensive support to nurture in-house innovation and entrepreneurship. Milestones, advice, and a healthy competitive environment with peer pressure and accountability in weekly sprints are key components. The program can be embedded within the organizational context or run independently. We provide the proper setting to excel: Through a blend of collaborative learning with fellow ventures and guidance from experienced mentors, we aim to empower participants to refine and scale their innovative ideas into ventures that are ready for market entry and poised for growth. The program is structured to offer an immersive experience, where participants will gain crucial insights into avoiding common misconceptions and navigating the pitfalls associated with startup development. The format helps propel these ventures towards achieving significant milestones, engaging with investors, and securing their position in the market. Join us to transform your innovative projects into successful, sustainable businesses that scale.