Finance Summit 2025 - Venture Day & BW Startup Award
On September 18, 2025, the Haus der Wirtschaft in Stuttgart will be transformed into a hotspot for entrepreneurship, innovation and networking. As part of the Venture Day, part of the Finance Summit organized by Stuttgart Financial and the Börse Stuttgart Group, up to eight selected startups will compete against each other in a top-class pitch competition - with the aim of winning the coveted BW Startup Award.
The award recognizes the innovative potential of Baden-Württemberg and is aimed at startups in the pre-seed or seed phase that enrich the economy with fresh ideas. The winners can expect:
- BW Startup Award - in recognition of the best pitch
- 10,000 € prize money
- Exclusive growth workshops with experienced partners
- Access to co-working space in the heart of Stuttgart
- Valuable contacts with investors, industry experts and mentors
The competition not only offers prize money, but above all a platform to shine in front of leading minds from business, politics and the investor ecosystem. The aim is to position Baden-Württemberg as a strong location for forward-looking start-ups and to pave the way for sustainable growth.
In addition to the award, Venture Day offers extensive networking opportunities, master classes, technology showcases and panels - all under the motto "Boosting European Growth".
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