SpinLab - The HHL Accelerator

#BreakingNews: After successful ventures in #Leipzig and #Hannover RootCamp - A SpinLab Company, we are thrilled to announce our NEW LOCATION in 📍#Dresden: The Hightech #Accelerator ExciteLab - A SpinLab Company! Joining forces with Technische Universität Dresden/ (TUD|excite) and TUDAG TU Dresden Aktiengesellschaft, we’re expanding our support to startups working on #IoT, #semiconductors, #robotics, #sensors, and #quantumtechnology. Today, we received the grant approval from Saxony's Minister of Economic Affairs, Martin Dulig, signifying a crucial step in bolstering the #startup ecosystem in our region. Sächsische Aufbaubank - Förderbank - Sächsisches Staatsministerium für Wirtschaft, Arbeit und Verkehr. With strong partner companies by our side from the very beginning, ExciteLab is backed by industry leaders including VON ARDENNE, Infineon Technologies, Mittelständische Beteiligungsgesellschaft Sachsen mbH, ZEISS Digital Innovation, Forvis Mazars in Germany, white IP | Patent & Legal, and SAP. We are very pleased to have Alexander Türpe on board as the Managing Director of ExciteLab - A SpinLab Company. He has been a dedicated mentor at SpinLab for years. Together, we will transform #ExciteLab into an international accelerator, positioning Saxony as one of Europe's leading #hightech hubs. The first batch will already kick off in October. (Link to the press release and website in the comments.) #SmartInfrastructureHub #EDIHSaxony #Sachsen

The Summer School for Diverse Startups concluded with a public 🎤 pitch event at the Sächsische Aufbaubank - Förderbank - , where ten startups competed for the Digital Award of Stadt Leipzig. The event was kicked off by the Lord Mayor of the City of Leipzig Burkhard Jung, Manuela Andrich and Anja Wohlgethan. 🏆 #femlives won the Digital Award, receiving a €2000 prize and a Slush ticket from Germany Trade & Invest. The #femtech s#tartup empowers individuals experiencing menopause by providing personalized treatment options through at-home lab analyses and connecting them with specialized healthcare professionals. The Audience Award, chosen by attendee votes, went to meliodys medical GmbH. Founded by Simone Sabbione, the health startup develops a non-hormonal intrauterine device that delivers localized pain relief for menstrual pain using low-dose anti-inflammatory medication. Thanks to our great jury Sebastian Graetz, Joanna Izdebski, André Volkmer, Rebecca Goffin and Anja Wohlgethan and our Mcs of the evening Kathrin Kronberger and Philip D.. 👏 A big round of applause to our sponsors: Stadt Leipzig, Dell Technologies, European Digital Innovation Hubs Network, TGFS Technologiegründerfonds Sachsen, S-Beteiligungen, Spreadshirt and Germany Trade & Invest for making the Summer School for #Diverse Startups possible. #LetsBreakTheBias 💥 #EDIHSaxony #SmartInfrastructureHub

Summer School for diverse startups 🤝 Dell Technologies We are happy that this year Dell Technologies Technolgies is supporting our mission for a diverse and inclusive #startup #ecosystem. Having been a startup itself, Dell Technologies has grown to become one of the most recognized brands worldwide. Adam Forro (Dell for Startups Leader for Europe & Asia): "We are passionate about helping small businesses thrive, that’s why we’ve launched Dell for Startups: a program to support you with valuable resources to help your business scale. Take advantage of tailored startup tech advice, exclusive member pricing, networking events, financing guidance with The Grants Program and funding opportunities through Dell Financial Services, all available through the program." If you want to know about the program of Dell Technologies Technolgies, visit dell.com/destartups to join, or contact Eliska_Holescova@dell.com to learn more.

We are pleased to announce that SpinLab has renewed its partnership with TGFS Technologiegründerfonds Sachsen. Their commitment to fostering #innovation and #entrepreneurship in 📍#Saxony has significantly contributed to the growth and success of hundreds of startups. To date, TGFS Technologiegründerfonds Sachsen has invested in 12 SpinLab #startups Rhebo, FlyNex, Mindance, Infrasolid GmbH, airQ, DOCYET, eCovery GmbH, DieEnergiekoppler GmbH,qCoat GmbH,Replex.io, Vizzlo, we-do.ai achieving 5 successful #exits. 🚀 According to the latest startupdetector report,TGFS Technologiegründerfonds Sachsen is the 5th most active #VC fund in Germany. The fonds is vital for Saxony’s startup ecosystem, providing financial support and expertise to early-stage companies. 💸With over €241.2 million in its third generation, #TGFS drives economic growth and job creation in the region, strengthening Saxony’s position as a leading startup hub in Europe. We are grateful for the ongoing partnership and look forward to many more successful ventures together.🤝 Soeren Schuster Birthe Ross Tam Dau Tetje Dietrich Claudia Huke Jan Thomas Alter Carlos Luis Figueredo Paul Michalke

Let's break the bias! The summer school for diverse #startups is back. 💥 Together with our partner HHL DIGITAL SPACE - The Digital Transformation Platform, we kicked off the 4th edition of the summer school - a one-week program for #diverse #startup teams. We are pleased to have strong partners who make the program possible and support our mission for a diverse and inclusive startup ecosystem. Shoutout to: Stadt Leipzig, Dell Technologies, #EDIHSaxony, European Digital Innovation Hubs Network TGFS Technologiegründerfonds Sachsen, S-Beteiligungen, Spreadshirt and Germany Trade & Invest 👏 Meet this year's team: 🔵 DeepFile offers an offline, GDPR-compliant AI search software for sensitive documents, ensuring efficient and secure document management. 🔵 eras.fyi provides tech tools, mindfulness activities, and incentives to help people manage financial uncertainty and foster financial wellness. 🔵 Exibeat is a community-driven electronic music platform that innovates music discovery and distribution for DJs, labels, and producers globally. 🔵 #Femlives offers personalized menopause support through education, home laboratory analyses, and online consultations with specialized healthcare professionals. 🔵 F-50 App provides digital courses and support for individuals with eating disorders, offering therapy guidance. 🔵 Hope for Men is an online therapy platform dedicated to male survivors of sexual trauma, providing specialized care and therapeutic resources. 🔵 meliodys medical GmbH advances women's healthcare with melioOne, a non-hormonal intrauterine device delivering anti-inflammatory medication for menstrual pain. 🔵 VoluLink connects non-profit IT projects with corporate employees and IT students, aiding social organizations in digitization efforts and enhancing CSR strategies. 🔵pinQin by STEMAZE is an AI-driven networking platform connecting skilled professionals based on expertise and geolocation to facilitate local collaborations. 🔵 Over the Ofek - Relocation and immigration to Germany: is a relocation and immigration agency in Germany, offering bureaucratic, language, and community integration support for new residents. #SmartInfrastructureHub

This year's HHL SpinLab #InvestorsDay drew 200 #investors from across Europe, including France 🇫🇷, Belgium 🇧🇪, Estonia 🇪🇪, Italy 🇮🇹, and Finland 🇫🇮 The event featured startup pitches from RootCamp and SpinLab teams, fireside chats, master classes, panels, and plenty of networking. Watch the video to see all the action. The next edition will take place next year on June 18th, 2025! Many thanks again to Alexandru Agatinei Nadine Schimroszik Linda Võeras David P. Kadi-Ingrid Lilles Karol Szubstarski Dr. Andreas Nemeth Dr. Marcus Erken. Andreas Winter-Extra Stefan Albers Philipp Semmer Dirk Frohnert,Smart Infrastructure Ventures ('SIVentures') Alain le Loux Torben Schreiter Helena Rapprich Jochen Klueppel Wojciech Ratymirski Marcus Börner Yves Frey Chris Heyer Silke Rickert-Sperling Vlastimil Vodicka HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management MACHN Festival ExciteLab - A SpinLab Company BITROAD GmbH | A SpinLab Company #SmartInfrastructureHub #EDIHSaxony

Next week, we are thrilled to welcome 10 #startup teams to #Leipzig for our Summer School for diverse startups! These teams will receive intensive support through mentoring, workshops, and coaching during an action-packed one-week program. 🎤 The highlight of the week will be the public pitch competition, where they will present their ideas to a jury and an audience. We are honored that the Mayor of Stadt Leipzig Burkhard Jung is taking over the patronage. As he stated: "The Summer School for Diverse Startups makes a significant contribution to promoting diversity in the innovative business landscape of the city of Leipzig." 🏆 A special thanks to Stadt Leipzig for their continued support as a cooperation partner. This year, they will once again present the “Digital Award,” which comes with a prize of €2,000! Sebastian Graetz 📅 Don't miss the pitch event hosted by Sächsische Aufbaubank - Förderbank - on July 25th! Grab your free ticket on Eventbrite! Link in the comments. #EDIHSaxony European Digital Innovation Hubs Network #SmartInfrastructureHub Photo: Stadt Leipzig

#Sustainability is no longer optional—it’s essential. #Investors and clients now prioritize companies with strong# ESG credentials and low product carbon footprints. #Startups must adapt to these evolving expectations to attract #investment and secure #B2B contracts. Through our consulting branch BITROAD GmbH | A SpinLab Company, the SpinLab group offers you a ➡️ FREE ESG check or product carbon footprint calculation to help you meet these demands. The first 5 #startups that contact Adrian Slowik will receive this service at no cost. #SmartInfrastructureHub

On November 26th, you have the chance to present your #startup on stage at the Public Value Award finals and show how economic success and social benefit can go hand in hand. Take part and get: ✅ Intensive #PublicValue coaching. ✅ Up to 50 hours of consulting services from EY. ✅ Networking with #corporates and #investors. ✅ Access to the SpinLab Start-up Academy with hundreds of videos and templates on #Financing, #Sales, #Marketing, and more. ✅ Go academic! Develop public value-oriented strategies and solutions for your start-up in collaboration with students from HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management. 📅 Submit your application for the Public Value Award now – the deadline is in 2 days!

One month ago, we launched our new location, ExciteLab - A SpinLab Company in #Dresden with Technische Universität Dresden and TUDAG TU Dresden Aktiengesellschaft With our new #accelerator, we are on a mission to accelerate pioneering solutions in the fields of #robotics, #sensors, #IoT, #semiconductors, and #quantum. 📅 Applications are now open until August 27th. For our first batch, we are proud to have secured major industry partners including VON ARDENNE, Infineon Technologies,Mittelständische Beteiligungsgesellschaft Niedersachsen (MBG) mbH, ZEISS Digital Innovation Forvis Mazars in Germany,white IP | Patent & Legal and SAP 🤝Sharing is caring! Please share this open call within your network and let us know which high-tech startups we should be keeping an eye on.