VivaTech in Paris and Slush in Helsinki are among the most important and largest events for startups worldwide. An appearance there can open doors to international markets and is therefore at the top of many founders' lists. Hamburg Invest's Startup-Unit is organising trips to the events again this year, and you can apply now.
VivaTech in Paris from June 11 to 14
VivaTech is considered the largest event of its kind in Europe. It attracts 165,000 participants, 13,500 startups and 3,200 investors. At least four startups from Hamburg will definitely be there, as there are so many starting places up for grabs. The service package includes:
one exhibitor pass per startup
one pitch slot on the stage of the French-German Tech Lab / Germany, Hall 1
mention in the official Viva programme and stand programme
social media communication before and during the pitches
use of the Startup Germany/ French-German Tech Lab as a meeting point
on-site support from Hamburg Invest
participation in the German Startup Night on June 11
You can apply until May 11, and you will find out whether you are included by May 23 at the latest.
Slush in Helsinki on November 19 and 20
Slush prides itself on being the most founder-focused event in the world. An expected 5,500 startups and 3,300 investors are expected, a ratio that makes the trip to the far north particularly attractive. Here, too, four startups can take part and look forward to the following benefits:
conference ticket for 1 person per startup
compensation Cooperation agreement in the amount of up to 500€
participation at the German "Startup-Champs Germany" joint booth
integration in own events and (inter-)national networks of the Startup-Unit
The application phase runs until May 25, and you will receive feedback by May 30 at the latest.
The conditions of participation for both events are identical, apart from the timing:
company headquarters in Hamburg
age of the startup maximum 10 years
meaningful proof of a strong product-market fit of the own product
presentation of a justified entrepreneurial interest in participating in the event
Entries will be evaluated by a jury of experts based on the information submitted in terms of maturity, scalability and international marketability. The booking and organisation of the trip is then carried out by the participants themselves. The Startup Unit provides support with match-making in advance and on site.
