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SUMMARY:weXelerate Demo Day
DESCRIPTION:📅 Date: 04.09.2025\n📍 Location: weXelerate Hub\, Vienna\n⏰ Time: 16:00 – 19:00 \nThe weXelerate Demo Day is happening again! \nAfter six months of growth\, mentorship\, and market validation\, the top startups of Venturecake will take the stage to showcase their progress\, pitch their vision\, and connect with investors\, corporates\, and ecosystem leaders. \n🔥 Why You Should Attend:\n🔹 Meet the most promising startups from the Venturecake cohort\n🔹 Gain insights from top founders\, mentors\, and investors\n🔹 Network with corporates\, VCs\, and innovation leaders \nYou can register for free on\n\nEventbrite
URL:https://wexelerate.com/eventp/wexelerate-demo-day/
LOCATION:weXelerate\, Praterstraße 1\, Wien\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Venturecake
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250902T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250902T170000
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SUMMARY:Venturecake Power Session -  The Podcast Mindset: How Can Founders Build Trust & Visibility
DESCRIPTION:In this interactive Power Session\, Stefan Tesch will share how founders can use podcasting and storytelling formats to build credibility\, visibility\, and long-term trust with their audience. \nFrom setting up your first podcast to turning your startup story into an authentic audio experience\, this session is ideal for founders looking to elevate their brand through sound. \nFor Venturecake Startups only
URL:https://wexelerate.com/eventp/venturecake-power-session-the-podcast-mindset-how-can-founders-build-trust-visibility/
LOCATION:weXelerate\, Praterstraße 1\, Wien\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Venturecake
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250902T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250902T103000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094023
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T075755Z
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SUMMARY:Venturecake Power Session - Demo Day Pitch Workshop with Jule Wilhelm
DESCRIPTION:For Venturecake startups only \nYour Demo Day pitch is more than slides – it’s your story\, your vision\, and your chance to impress. \nIn this hands-on Demo Day Pitch Workshop\, together with Jule Wilhelm – an expert in marketing\, growth and storytelling. We’ll turn your startup presentation into a compelling narrative that builds trust\, communicates your vision\, and leaves a lasting impression.You’ll also learn additional storytelling formats to enrich your pitch. \nThis is your final pit stop before Demo Day:A focused\, high‑impact session where you’ll practice live\, receive actionable feedback\, and fine‑tune your message. \nPlease come prepared to pitch – and message us if you’d like your deck reviewed live (limited spots!).
URL:https://wexelerate.com/eventp/venturecake-power-session-demo-day-pitch-workshop-with-jule-wilhelm/
CATEGORIES:Venturecake
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250729T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250729T173000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094023
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SUMMARY:Venturecake Power Session - Pitching Ambulance - Live Coaching with Austria’s #1 Pitch Doctor
DESCRIPTION:For Venturecake startups only \nPitching is more than just presenting – it’s storytelling\, credibility\, and momentum in under 3 minutes. \nIn this Power Session with Florian Kandler\, Austria’s leading pitch coach and official trainer for 2 Minuten 2 Millionen (Austria’s Shark Tank)\, you’ll learn how to structure and deliver a pitch that sticks. \nThis is your Pitch Ambulance:A focused\, high-impact session where you’ll get tips\, tricks\, and real-time feedback.Some of you will pitch live and receive 1:1 sparring with Florian – the rest will learn just as much by observing and reflecting. \nPlease come prepared to pitch – and message us if you want your deck reviewed live (limited spots!).
URL:https://wexelerate.com/eventp/venturecake-power-session-pitching-ambulance-live-coaching-with-austrias-1-pitch-doctor/
CATEGORIES:Venturecake
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250710T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250710T180000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094023
CREATED:20250708T081232Z
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SUMMARY:Venturecake Power Session - Proof-Point Pilots
DESCRIPTION:For Venturecake startups only \nRunning a pilot is one thing.Turning it into a clear\, convincing story for your market is another. \nIn this hands-on Power Session with Rosa van Dam\, we’ll help you extract the key product insights from your pilot project – and turn them into sharp proof points for your market positioning. \nYou’ll work with a simple\, structured canvas and get valuable peer feedback to refine your messaging.Whether your pilot was a massive win or a mixed bag – this session will help you make it work for your story. \nMore info info@venturecake.eu
URL:https://wexelerate.com/eventp/venturecake-power-session-proof-point-pilots/
LOCATION:weXelerate\, Praterstraße 1\, Wien\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Venturecake
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250704T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250704T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094023
CREATED:20250618T103205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T221135Z
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SUMMARY:Venturecake Power Workshop - How to max out your energy and resilience: At work and beyond
DESCRIPTION:For Venturecake startups only\n \n \n Starting a business can be challenging – Especially when it’s one you are passionate about.\nEven more important then becomes the time and space you carve out for yourself and the care you dedicate to your own wellbeing.\nBecause without a strong founder on top\, any organization will likely struggle at some point.\nFor this reason\, what we will tackle in this Power Session is your own unique capability to nurture and prepare yourself for not just the day-to-day life as a leader\, but also the times when it gets rougher than it even might be now. Because we never know which highs and lows await us on the rollercoaster that founding can be\, and is usually always better to take the ride well equipped!\nmore info: venturecake.eu
URL:https://wexelerate.com/eventp/venturecake-power-workshop-how-to-max-out-your-energy-and-resilience-at-work-and-beyond/
LOCATION:weXelerate\, Praterstraße 1\, Wien\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Venturecake
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250627T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250627T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094023
CREATED:20250618T100825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T105206Z
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SUMMARY:Venturecake Power Session - Climate Impact & Innovation: Turning Carbon Footprints into Startup Advantage
DESCRIPTION:For Venturecake Startups only \n  \nClimate is no longer just a buzzword\, it’s a metric. From procurement guidelines to investor screening\, startups are now expected to understand and address their carbon footprint. \n  \n  \nIn this Power Session\, we’ll break down what that really means: \n– How is a carbon footprint calculated? \n– What does “real” offsetting look like — beyond greenwashing? \n– Which industries are under the most pressure\, and how can innovation help? \n  \n  \nWhether you’re building a hardware product or a software platform\, you’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of how sustainability can become a value driver — not just a checkbox. \nThis session will also open up space for you to reflect on the climate and impact relevance of your own startup and explore how to position it for the future. \n  \nmore info: venturecake.eu
URL:https://wexelerate.com/eventp/venturecake-power-session-climate-impact-innovation-turning-carbon-footprints-into-startup-advantage/
CATEGORIES:Venturecake
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250620T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250620T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094023
CREATED:20250605T094533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T094533Z
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SUMMARY:Venturecake Power Session - From Software to Product: How to Build What People Actually Use
DESCRIPTION:FOR VENTURECAKE STARTUPS ONLY \nToo many software projects die before they ever find traction. In this Power Session\, Martin Frühwirt — founder of enablico and expert in digital product strategy — will walk you through the mindset shift needed to turn software into something people actually want to use. \nYou’ll get practical advice on identifying real user needs\, validating your assumptions fast\, and avoiding the most common product-building traps. Whether you’re still prototyping or already shipping\, this session will give you the tools to rethink your approach and build products that stick. \nBring your current challenge\, and leave with a clearer path forward. \nmore info: venturecake.eu
URL:https://wexelerate.com/eventp/venturecake-power-session-from-software-to-product-how-to-build-what-people-actually-use/
CATEGORIES:Venturecake
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250613T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250613T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094023
CREATED:20250519T160652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250628T085954Z
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SUMMARY:Venturecake Power Session: Corporate Venture Capital – The Good\, the Bad\, the Ugly
DESCRIPTION:For Venturecake Startups Only + Selected Guests from our Venturecake Partners \n  \nWhat this Power Session is about? \n  \n  \nIn this Power Session\, we’re joined by Maximilian Schausberger\, Managing Director at Elevator Ventures\, for an in-depth look at Corporate Venture Capital (CVC)—what makes it work\, where it often goes wrong\, and how startups can approach it strategically. \nYou’ll gain a clear understanding of the different types of startup financing\, what CVCs are really looking for\, and how to set up partnerships that deliver long-term value. \n  \n  \nWhat to expect? \n  \n  \n• A breakdown of how Corporate Venture Capital differs from other funding models \n• Insights into what CVCs look for in startup partners \n• Common mistakes and best practices in startup–corporate collaboration \n• Open Q&A — ask your questions and get real-world perspectives \n  \n  \nWhy you should attend? \n  \nGet clarity – Understand how CVC fits into the broader funding landscape. \nBe prepared – Learn what’s expected from startups seeking corporate investment. \nGain practical insight – Hear directly from someone who supports and evaluates startups for a living. \n  \n  \n📩 More info via: venturecake.eu
URL:https://wexelerate.com/eventp/venturecake-power-session-corporate-venture-capital-the-good-the-bad-the-ugly/
CATEGORIES:Venturecake
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250606T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250606T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094023
CREATED:20250516T112033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T124050Z
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SUMMARY:Venturecake Power Session - Inside a Scale-Up: Fundraising Learnings from ToolSense’s Series A
DESCRIPTION:For Venturecake Startups Only + Selected Guests from our Venturecake Partners \n  \n  \n  \nWhat this Power Session is about? \n  \nIn this honest and interactive session\, Alexander Manafi (CEO & Co-Founder) and Michail Stamenov (Head of Finance) from ToolSense will share the unfiltered story of raising their Series A funding round. You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at how a fast-growing scale-up navigated the challenges\, negotiations\, and decisions that shaped their financing journey. \nWhether you’re pre-seed or Series A-bound\, you’ll walk away with concrete lessons and cautionary tales that will help you plan your own raise. \n  \n  \nWhat to expect? \n  \n• Candid insights into the fundraising journey from a real Series A round \n• Behind-the-scenes perspectives from both the founder and finance lead \n• An open Q&A session\, bring your questions\, nothing’s off-limits \n• Tactical takeaways you can apply to your startup’s next fundraising step \n  \n  \nWhy should you attend? \n  \nFundraising Reality Check – Learn what happens between the decks\, data rooms\, and decisions. \nLessons from the Trenches – Hear from a startup that’s done it—not just read about it. \nAccess to Experience – Ask the questions that matter and learn from the inside. \n  \n  \nMore info via: info@venturecake.eu
URL:https://wexelerate.com/eventp/venturecake-power-session-inside-a-scale-up-fundraising-learnings-from-toolsenses-series-a/
CATEGORIES:Venturecake
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250602T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250602T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094023
CREATED:20250520T140910Z
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SUMMARY:Venturecake Power Session - Basics of the AI Act: What Startups & SMEs Need to Know to Stay Ahead
DESCRIPTION:For Venturecake Startups Only + Selected Guests from our Venturecake Partners \n  \nWhat this Power Session is about \nIn this session\, we’ll explore the AI Act—Europe’s upcoming regulation on artificial intelligence—and what it means for startups and SMEs. \nYou’ll get a clear overview of the AI Act’s structure\, the types of applications it covers\, and what steps may be required to comply. We’ll also highlight specific provisions designed to make compliance more accessible for early-stage companies. \nWhether you’re already working with AI or just exploring its potential\, this session will help you understand how the regulation could impact your product\, operations\, or future roadmap. \n  \nWhat to expect \n  \n  \n• A structured introduction to the AI Act and its regulatory approach \n• Which use cases are covered—and what that means for your startup \n• Steps to achieving compliance and navigating requirements \n• A spotlight on SME-specific provisions that support startups \n• Space for Q&A — bring your questions and use cases \n  \nWhy you should attend \n  \n  \nGet informed – Understand how and when the AI Act might apply to you. \nPlan ahead – Identify early what’s needed to stay compliant. \nLeverage support – Discover how the Act creates opportunities specifically for startups and SMEs. \n📩 More info via: venturecake.eu \n 
URL:https://wexelerate.com/eventp/venturecake-power-session-basics-of-the-ai-act-what-startups-smes-need-to-know-to-stay-ahead/
CATEGORIES:Venturecake
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250523T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250523T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094023
CREATED:20250515T100037Z
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SUMMARY:Venturecake Power Session:  Random Lessons from Launching\, Scaling\, and Investing in Start-ups
DESCRIPTION:For Venturecake Startups Only + Selected Guests from our Venturecake Partners \n  \n  \nWhat this Power Session is about \nIn this honest and interactive session\, you’re invited to join a behind-the-scenes look at the realities of building\, growing\, and backing start-ups. From early wins to painful missteps\, this session explores the journey of entrepreneurship through personal stories and practical takeaways gained across multiple ventures and investment rounds. \nWhether you’re navigating your first startup or preparing for your next funding round\, this is a space for real talk—not just advice. \n  \n  \n  \nWhat to expect \n•Candid insights into the highs and lows of startup life \n•Personal lessons learned from building and backing multiple companies \n•An open Q&A session—bring your questions\, nothing’s off-limits \n•Practical takeaways you can apply to your own founder journey \n  \n  \n  \nWhy should you attend? \nFounder Reality Check – Go beyond the success stories and learn what really happens behind the scenes. \nReal Lessons\, Not Theories – Hear what worked\, what didn’t\, and how to grow from it. \nOpen Space for Real Talk – Get answers to the questions you’re actually asking as a founder. \n  \n  \n  \nMore info via: info@venturecake.eu
URL:https://wexelerate.com/eventp/venturecake-power-session-random-lessons-from-launching-scaling-and-investing-in-start-ups/
CATEGORIES:Venturecake
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250515T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250515T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094023
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SUMMARY:Venturecake Power Session - Growth & Sales
DESCRIPTION:For Venturecake Startups Only + Selected Guests from our Venturecake Partners \n📅 Date: 15.05.2025⏰ Time: 15:00 – 16:00📍 Location: weXelerate🎤 Speaker: Ferdinand Dietrich\, Co-Founder & CCO at Storebox \nGrowth & Sales: Lessons Learned from Scaling StoreboxIn this Power Session\, Ferdinand Dietrich shares hands-on insights from building Storebox\, Europe’s first fully digitalized self-storage and last-mile logistics network. With over 360 locations across six countries\, Ferdinand has helped turn a bold idea into a scalable\, tech-enabled business – and knows what it takes to grow. \nThis is your opportunity to learn from a founder who’s lived through the ups and downs of sales-driven growth in a competitive B2B environment. \nWhat to expect🚀 A real-life founder story: how Storebox scaled across Europe🛠️ Sales in practice: how to structure\, test and improve your B2B sales efforts📊 Growth decisions: what worked\, what didn’t\, and what they’d do differently🙋‍♂️ Live Q&A: ask your questions and get honest\, tactical feedback \nWhy should you attend?📈 Sharpen your sales & growth mindset with real examples👥 Learn from a founder who scaled with limited resources💬 Get direct input on your own sales challenges \nMore info via: info@venturecake.eu
URL:https://wexelerate.com/eventp/venturecake-power-session-growth-sales/
CATEGORIES:Venturecake
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250513T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250513T133000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094023
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SUMMARY:Venturecake Power Session – The Other Side of the Term Sheet
DESCRIPTION:For Venturecake Startups Only + Selected Guests from our Venturecake Partners \n📅 Date: 13.05.2025⏰ Time: 12:00 – 13:30📍 Location: weXelerate🎤 Speaker: Markus Lang\, General Partner at Speedinvest \n\nThe Other Side of the Term Sheet: A Founder’s Path into Venture Capital\nIn this informal and interactive Power Session\, Markus Lang shares his journey from startup founder to General Partner at Speedinvest\, one of Europe’s leading early-stage VC funds. Having been on both sides of the pitch\, Markus knows exactly what it takes to raise capital – and what investors are really looking for. \nThis is a rare chance to get unfiltered insights from someone who’s successfully made the leap from building startups to backing them. \n\nWhat to expect\n\n\nA personal story: how Markus went from founder to VC \n\n\nInside Speedinvest: how one of Europe’s top VC funds approaches early-stage investing \n\n\nA live Q&A: your chance to ask fundraising questions and get direct\, honest feedback \n\n\nPractical advice: how to prepare for fundraising and build investor-ready momentum \n\n\n\nWhy should you attend?\n🧠 Learn from both sides of the table: Understand how VCs think – from someone who used to be in your shoes📈 Sharpen your fundraising approach: Avoid common mistakes and stand out to investors🎤 Ask anything: Get real answers to your specific fundraising challenges \n\nMore info via: info@venturecake.eu
URL:https://wexelerate.com/eventp/venturecake-power-session-the-other-side-of-the-term-sheet/
CATEGORIES:Venturecake
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SUMMARY:The CEE Innovation Forum 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join the CEE Innovation Forum 2025 at ViennaUP\, where tech ecosystem leaders gather to drive regional growth. \n  \nOrganized by theRecursive and weXelerate\, this forum aims to spark meaningful discussions between regions\, showcase inspiring solutions\, strategies and partnerships\, and drive further collaboration across the CEE ecosystem. \n  \nFounders will find great opportunities to matchmake with regional investors and learn strategies from seasoned experts\, colleagues as well. Policymakers and investors will explore frameworks to streamline cross-border cooperation and corporations how to find emerging partners. \n  \nThrough panels\, keynotes\, several case studies and fireside chats they will spotlight the talent\, innovation\, and opportunities within the Central and Eastern European region. \n  \nHere are key panels on the program:\n  \n\nWho is Protecting Europe’s Future with AIES Vienna\, analytics and founders.\nBeing Customer-Centric in an AI-Driven World with leaders from RBI and Malcom Finance.\nHow to Scale at Home & Abroad with UNIDO and IESE School of Founders.\nUnlocking Cross-Border Investments with SpeedInvest\, PUSH Ventures\, Elevator Ventures\, and NV3.\nCutting-Edge Technology Opening New Frontiers with startups in manufacturing\, retail\, and agriculture.\nDriving Ecosystem Growth in Turbulent Times with policymakers from Latvia\, Hungary\, Bulgaria\, and Austria.\n\nThe forum also features interactive case studies\, masterclasses\, pitching session\, and curated networking offering hands-on learning and real investment opportunities. \n  \nFor attractive ticket discounts please reach out to ecosystem@wexelerate.com \n  \nMore Info: >> CEE Innovation Forum << \n 
URL:https://wexelerate.com/eventp/the-cee-innovation-forum/
LOCATION:weXelerate\, Praterstraße 1\, Wien\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Venturecake
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250509T160000
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SUMMARY:Venturecake Power Session: Real Talk on Startup Grants & EU Funding
DESCRIPTION:For Venturecake Startups Only + Selected Guests from our Venturecake Partners \n  \n  \nIn this honest and interactive session\, Dr. Vijay Verma\, co-founder of Dharma Funding Solutions GmbH\, lifts the curtain on what it really takes to secure public funding for your startup or project. Whether you’re deep into R&D\, planning your go-to-market strategy\, or dreaming of international expansion\, this session will walk you through the do’s\, don’ts\, and how-to’s of navigating Austrian and EU-level funding. \nNo sugar-coating. Just clear advice from someone who’s helped companies win millions in grants. \n  \n  \nWhat to expect \n  \n  \n•A practical look at which funding sources Austrian startups and SMEs can tap into for R&D\, prototyping\, sales\, marketing\, and internationalization \n•An overview of major EU opportunities like the EIC Accelerator and Horizon Europe\, and how collaborative cross-border projects can unlock large-scale funding \n•Behind-the-scenes insights on how Dharma Funding Solutions GmbH supports teams in shaping strong concepts\, writing winning grant applications\, and increasing their odds of success \n•An open Q&A—bring your real questions about navigating the public funding jungle \n  \n  \nWhy should you attend? \n  \n  \n•Funding\, Demystified: Learn what’s really out there and how to access it \n•Avoid Costly Mistakes: Hear the red flags and success factors from the field \n•Support That Works: Discover how to build your case with expert help \n•Get Inspired to Apply: Real talk on what it takes to win—and why it’s worth it \n  \n  \nMore info via: info@venturecake.eu
URL:https://wexelerate.com/eventp/venturecake-power-session-real-talk-on-startup-grants-eu-funding/
CATEGORIES:Venturecake
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250502T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250502T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094023
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SUMMARY:Venturecake Power Session - Behind the Hype
DESCRIPTION:For Venturecake Startups Only + Selected Guests from our Venturecake Partners \nWhat this Power Session is about\n \n  \nIn this honest and interactive session\, Dr. Sophie Chung will share the unvarnished reality of life as a founder. From navigating setbacks and tough calls to pushing forward when no one else believes in your vision\, Sophie will take you behind the scenes of building Qunomedical from scratch. It’s a chance to hear what it takes to lead a startup—beyond the highlight reel.\n \n\nWhat to expect\n  \n\n\n\nA personal story of resilience\, hard lessons\, and wins  \n\n\nAn open Q&A where no topic is off-limits—ask your real founder questions \n\n\nCandid insights into the mental and emotional rollercoaster of building a company \n\n\n  \n\nWhy should you attend?\n  \n\n\nFounder Reality Check: Hear what it’s actually like to build a company from zero\nLessons You Can Use: Learn from the missteps\, turning points\, and mindset shifts that matter\nReal Talk\, Not Just Advice: Come with your questions and leave with perspective\n\nMore info via: info@venturecake.eu
URL:https://wexelerate.com/eventp/venturecake-power-session-behind-the-hype/
CATEGORIES:Venturecake
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250428T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250428T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094023
CREATED:20250409T113456Z
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SUMMARY:Info Session for Founders - Venturecake Accelerator
DESCRIPTION:🚀 Are you a startup founder looking to grow with the support of a powerful ecosystem? \n  \n  \n  \nJoin our online info session on April 28 to discover how Venturecake\, the co-owned accelerator powered by weXelerate\, helps founders like you succeed through mentorship\, funding readiness\, and access to Austria’s top innovation networks. \n  \n  \n🎯 What you’ll learn: \n•How the co-ownership model works (“Add a layer\, take a slice”) \n•What makes Venturecake different from classic accelerator programs \n • How to access our expert mentors\, corporate & investor networks\, and co-working space in Vienna \n•How to apply for the CURRENT batch \n  \nmore info at venturecake.eu \n  \n🎁 Bonus: All attendees get a FREE ticket to the CEE Innovation Forum during ViennaUP Week – a major startup event connecting CEE founders\, VCs\, and innovation leaders. \n  \n  \n📅 April 28\, 2025 | 16:00 | Online \n  \n🔗 Register now – it’s free! \n 
URL:https://wexelerate.com/eventp/info-session-for-founders-about-venturecake-accelerator/
CATEGORIES:Venturecake
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250425T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250425T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094023
CREATED:20250418T094917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T095535Z
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SUMMARY:Venturecake Power Session – Marketing 101:Beyond the Pitch
DESCRIPTION:For Venturecake Startups Only + Selected Guests from our Venturecake Partners \n  \n  \n📅 Date: 25.04.2025 \n⏰ Time: 15:00 – 16:00 \n📍 Location: Online \n🎤 Speaker: Vladimir Cerić\, Marketing4Tech \n  \n  \nWhat this Power Session is about? \nFinding the right way through a competitive market is not easy. But starting from the fundamentals always helps. In this session Vladimir will lay out the foundations of marketing\, and guide the founders on a way to build them into their startup’s future. \n  \nWhat to expect? \nA 30-minute intro into the fundamental principles of marketing \nPractical tips on how to use marketing to achieve business goals \nAn AMA session to answer the immediate marketing dilemmas of founders \n  \nWhy should you attend? \nSee the scope: Understand all aspects of marketing and how they affect the business of your startup \nGet the answers: Ask away on how to accelerate growth and avoid the pitfalls \nFind the right way: Learn how to eliminate the distractions and focus on driving your idea further \n  \n  \nMore info via: info@venturecake.eu
URL:https://wexelerate.com/eventp/venturecake-power-session-marketing-101beyond-the-pitch/
CATEGORIES:Venturecake
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250417T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250417T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094023
CREATED:20250409T085008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T085048Z
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SUMMARY:Venturecake Power Session – Startup Location Austria
DESCRIPTION:For Venturecake Startups Only + Selected Guests from our Venturecake Partners \n📅 Date: 17.04.2025 \n⏰ Time: 15:00 – 16:00 \n📍 Location: Online \n🎤 Speakers: Verena Gruber\, ABA Invest in Austria & Stephanie Flasch\, ABA Work in Austria \nWhat this Power Session is about \nIn this highly practical session\, Austria’s official investment promotion agency ABA will guide you through the essentials of building your startup in Austria — from founding and funding to working and living here. Whether you’re just starting or already growing\, this session is tailored to answer your key questions about operating in Austria. \nWhat to expect \n•15 min: Startup Hub Austria & Vienna – Verena Gruber gives insights into founding\, funding opportunities\, and the broader innovation landscape (including ViennaUP & Connect Day). \n•15 min: Living & Working in Austria – Stephanie Flasch outlines visa options and everything you need to know for relocating or hiring talent. \n•Q&A: Ask anything about the Austrian startup ecosystem\, legal setup\, or funding access. \nWhy should you attend? \n•Startup Navigation Made Easy: Learn the key steps to start and grow your business in Austria \n•Visa & Talent Insights: Understand the pathways for hiring or relocating international talent \n•Direct Expert Access: Get your questions answered by the official agency for foreign investors and skilled workers \nMore info via: info@venturecake.eu
URL:https://wexelerate.com/eventp/venturecake-power-session-startup-location-austria/
CATEGORIES:Venturecake
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250414T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250414T173000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094023
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SUMMARY:Venturecake Power Session - The Struggle of Funding
DESCRIPTION:For Venturecake Startups Only + Selected Guests from our Venturecake Partners \n📅 Date: 14.04.2025 \n⏰ Time: 15:00 – 16:30 \n📍 Location: Online \n🎤 Speaker: Sebastian Gruber\, CEO at hi.health \nWhat this Power Session is about \nIn this session\, Sebastian Gruber will share his real-world journey of building hi.health — a startup reshaping private health insurance — and what it really takes to raise millions in funding. With $6.5M raised and years of hands-on experience\, Sebastian offers both founder insights and fundraising know-how. Expect honest takes on the challenges of early-stage growth\, lessons from pitching to investors\, and how to build a healthtech company that makes an impact. \nWhat to expect \n• A short intro into Sebastian’s startup journey and how hi.health is transforming claims in private healthcare \n• Insights into raising $6.5M — what worked\, what didn’t\, and what every founder should know \n• Real-world advice on navigating the funding landscape\, especially in complex industries like healthcare \n• An open Q&A session where you can ask your questions directly \nWhy should you attend? \n• Learn from a Funded Founder: Get a rare perspective from someone who’s already done the hard work \n• Navigate Fundraising: Hear what really matters when raising early-stage capital \n• Get Real: Ask your own questions and gain honest\, experience-based answers \nMore info via: info@venturecake.eu
URL:https://wexelerate.com/eventp/venturecake-power-session-the-struggle-of-funding/
CATEGORIES:Venturecake
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250404T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250404T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094023
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SUMMARY:Venturecake Power Session - Inside the VC Mindset
DESCRIPTION:For Venturecake Startups Only + Selected Guests from our Venturecake Partners \n  \n📅 Date: 04.04.2025 \n⏰ Time: 15:00 – 16:00 \n📍 Location: Online \n🎤 Speaker: Lukas Punzet\, Investment Manager at aws Gründungsfonds \n  \n  \nWhat this Power Session is about \nIn this informal and interactive session\, Lukas Punzet will give you a rare insider’s look into the world of early-stage venture capital. Representing aws Gründungsfonds\, one of Austria’s leading VC funds\, Lukas will share his perspective on what makes startups fundable\, what VCs are really looking for\, and how founders can best prepare for the fundraising journey. \n  \nWhat to expect \nA short intro into Lukas’ background and the investment approach of aws Gründungsfonds (15–20 min) \nAn open Q&A session with real-time insights into your burning fundraising questions \nPractical tips on how to engage with VCs and avoid common pitfalls \n  \n  \nWhy should you attend? \nDemystify Fundraising: Understand the key ingredients VCs look for in a startup pitch \nGet Real Feedback: Ask your questions directly and get honest\, actionable answers \nVC Readiness: Learn how to position your startup for funding success \n  \nMore info via: info@venturecake.eu
URL:https://wexelerate.com/eventp/venturecake-power-session-inside-the-vc-mindset/
CATEGORIES:Venturecake
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20250328T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20250328T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094023
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SUMMARY:Venturecake Power Session - Simple Stories
DESCRIPTION:For Venturecake Startups Only + Selected Guests from our Venturecake Partners \n📅 Date: 28.03.2025⏰ Time: 15:00 – 16:00📍 Location: online🎤 Speaker: Philip Jaime del Alcazar \nPhilip Jaime del Alcazar is a digital storyteller and strategic communicator\, specializing in entrepreneurship and sustainable technologies. With a background in content production and environmental storytelling\, he transforms complex topics into compelling narratives that drive engagement and impact. His work spans from branded campaigns to community growth strategies\, always with a focus on innovation\, sustainability\, and making big ideas accessible. \nWhat this Power Session is about\nAs a founder\, you’re constantly pitching—whether to investors\, customers\, or partners. The ability to simplify complexity and tell a clear\, engaging story can make all the difference. In this session\, you’ll learn how to craft compelling narratives that resonate with different audiences and inspire action. \nWhat to expect \n\nLearn key storytelling principles and how to apply them to any subject\nTips\, techniques and tricks that can help taking your story to the next level\nInteractive activities to break down complex concepts\nDiscover how to tailor narratives for different audiences\n\nWhy should you attend? \n\nMaster the Basics: Gain practical skills to make complex topics simple and relatable\nElevate Your Communication: Build confidence in presenting ideas to diverse audiences\n\n  \nMore info via info@venturecake.eu
URL:https://wexelerate.com/eventp/venturecake-power-session-simple-stories/
CATEGORIES:Venturecake
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20250313T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20250313T110000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094023
CREATED:20250302T120721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250302T120721Z
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SUMMARY:Venturecake Power Session - Mastering Enterprise Sales
DESCRIPTION:Venturecake Power Session: Mastering Enterprise Sales \nFor Venturecake Startups Only + Selected Guests from our Venturecake Partners \n📅 Date: 13.03.2025⏰ Time: 10:00 – 11:00📍 Location: weXelerate Hub🎤 Speaker: Nicolai Schättgen\, CEO of Match Maker Ventures \nGain insights into navigating the complexities of enterprise sales. From understanding procurement processes to building relationships with key decision-makers\, this session will equip founders with the skills to close large\, strategic deals effectively. \nMore info via info@venturecake.eu
URL:https://wexelerate.com/eventp/venturecake-power-session-mastering-enterprise-sales/
LOCATION:weXelerate\, Praterstraße 1\, Wien\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Venturecake
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250312T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250312T100000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094023
CREATED:20250303T073928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T125844Z
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SUMMARY:Venturecake - Press Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:The first public introduction of our Venturecake Batch 1 startups! This exclusive Press Breakfast is a unique opportunity for journalists to meet the founders in person\, hear their stories\, and ask how they plan to change the world. \nStartups are the driving force of innovation and economic growth\, and through Venturecake’s co-owned model\, we are strengthening the Austrian and European startup ecosystem. Learn how this approach fosters collaboration\, investment\, and shared success\, giving startups a unique platform to scale. \nFounders should be prepared to introduce themselves and their startups\, answer questions from journalists\, and make the most of this media exposure opportunity—who knows\, this could be the start of your next big feature! 🚀 \n📢 Attendance is limited to Venturecake startups and accredited press. Interested media representatives can register at info@venturecake.eu.
URL:https://wexelerate.com/eventp/venturecake-press-breakfast/
LOCATION:weXelerate\, Praterstraße 1\, Wien\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Venturecake
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250310T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20250310T180000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094023
CREATED:20250224T155840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T125825Z
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SUMMARY:Venturecake Power Session: Building Startups That Win
DESCRIPTION:🚀 How do startups win in the age of AI?\nThe world of startups is evolving at breakneck speed\, and AI is rewriting the playbook. To succeed\, founders must adopt a new way of thinking—one that blends innovation\, adaptability\, and the ability to attract investors in a rapidly changing landscape. \nJoin us for an exclusive talk with Alex Dang\, a Silicon Valley thought leader\, former Amazon & AWS product leader\, and co-author of The Venture Mindset. In this session\, Alex will break down what it takes to build and scale startups that win in the AI era. \n💡 Key Takeaways:✅ What is the Venture Mindset\, and why does it matter more than ever?✅ How are AI-driven startups attracting top investors?✅ Lessons from Amazon\, AWS\, and the Silicon Valley playbook\n \n🔗 Register now and secure your spot: >>Link<< \n📢 This Power Session is part of the Venturecake Accelerator and\, thanks to the support of the Alpha Omega Foundation\, is open to all interested founders!\nMore info about the upcoming The Venture Mindset event Apr 29 – Apr 30\, 2025: Link \nDon’t miss this opportunity to gain insider knowledge from one of the best in the industry!
URL:https://wexelerate.com/eventp/venturecake-power-session-building-startups-that-win/
CATEGORIES:Venturecake
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20250305T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20250306T173000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094023
CREATED:20250216T112334Z
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SUMMARY:Venturecake - Batch 1 Kick-off
DESCRIPTION:The journey begins! 🎉 Over two days\, the selected Batch 1 startups\, mentors\, and partners come together at the weXelerate Hub to kick off the first Venturecake accelerator cohort. \n  \n🔹 What to Expect: \n\nMeet your fellow founders and build connections within Batch 1\nGet introduced to key mentors & partners who will support your journey\nDeep dive into the program structure and learn how to make the most of it\nGain first insights & inspiration to start strong\n\n  \nThe first part is exclusively for startups only\, but on March 6th from 15:30\, the Kick-off opens for mentors & partners to join. \nThis is a closed event exclusively for Venturecake startups\, mentors\, and partners.
URL:https://wexelerate.com/eventp/venturecake-batch-1-kick-off/
LOCATION:weXelerate\, Praterstraße 1\, Wien\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Venturecake
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