Ecosystem Membership
Ecosystem Membership
“We believe in your company’s potential to become innovation leader.
And in your ability to make it happen.
We founded weXelerate for those who constantly challenge the status quo, ask questions and push boundaries.
If you belong to the curious, to those who are willing to experiment, share a risk-taking mindset and most importantly, have tolerance for failure – join us.
Embracing Innovation and Transformation is inevitable for long-term success of ANY company. And your company needs you to make it happen.
Enabling you, is our mission.”
Benefits of Becoming a Member
The ticket to accelerate innovation in your company.
Enjoy inspirational events, workshops, webinars, and personalized assistance, along with increased brand exposure in Austria's most impactful innovation community.
*weXelerate Member-Survey from 2024
Corporate Membership Ticket
- One year Innovation acceleration
- Access to Premium Innovation Services for your Innovation Success
- Innovation Master Class
- Cross Corporate Circle
- Access To All Events including exclusive invitation to members only Events such as Fellows Club (Inspiring C-Level Networking Event)
- Unlimited Hub access & Benefits
- Partner events & discounts
€ 7.900 / YEAR
5 Reasons to Join the Ecosystem
5 Reasons to Join the Ecosystem
Creation & Inspiration
80+ COMPANIES UNDERSTAND THAT THE WAY FORWARD IS TOGETHER.
weXelerate creates an ecosystem for innovators and visionaries from all industries to share experiences and knowledge and mutually benefit from each other.
Networking & Events
FIND YOUR TRIBE OF LIKE-MINDED PEOPLE AND CONNECT OVER TOPICS THAT ARE INEVITABLE FOR A SUCCESSFUL FUTURE.
Use the formats at weXelerate to become future-ready, meet like-minded individuals, learn methods, and differentiate yourself in the market. At the same time, you can also host your own event, meeting, or conference at weXelerate at any time.
Collaboration
GET OUT OF THE CUBICLE AND INTO THE CENTER OF INNOVATION IN AUSTRIA.
Use the hub as your second office, conference room, living room, or café. weXelerate offers the space for your event, workshop, or conference.
Connection
COMMUNITY AND CONNECTION ARE THE DRIVING FORCES IN BUSINESS AND IN LIFE.
weXelerate stands for unparalleled networking opportunities. Meet the right people for your goals and be surprised by inspiring national and international personalities.
Orientation
THE JUNGLE OF INNOVATION IS SOMETIMES HARD TO NAVIGATE. WEXELERATE GIVES YOU THE TOOLS TO FIND YOUR WAY.
Your company is struggling to navigate all the trends and innovations? At weXelerate, you’ll find the right tools to distinguish the important topics from the white noise.
Topics at weXelerate
Topics at weXelerate
AI & Data
Learn about future trends in AI and how to apply it (special workshop coming soon).
Sustainability & Green Tech
Find out more about how we can work towards a better future together.
Blockchain
Get to know more about the future of blockchain and what you need to know for your business.
Energy
Learn more about energy transition and how we will shift towards a safe energy network.
Robotics
Learn how Robotics can help your business and how easy it can be applied to your individual needs.
Megatrends
Get to know the topics that will keep us on our toes for the next 20 years.
Target Group
Target Group
CEOs
CIOs
CTOs
Innovation Manager
Transformation Manager
IT Program Manager
Digitalisation Portfolio Manager
HR Manager
Membership Formats
The Innovation Master Class
Lifelong learning in Innovation
Participants have measured an average increase of 20% in their own innovative power since the start of the program.
(Data collected through a self-assessment based on 6 fields of action.)
Framework conditions of the program
Co-Creation & practical orientation
The knowledge and skills of the 6 focus modules are acquired in a trusting environment through co-creation methodologies.
Individual recommendations for action for your own company can then be derived.
Cross-industry participants:
During the one-year program, the content and skills are developed across industries. This means you can learn from new perspectives and best practices from other innovation managers.
External expert input
Selected experts from the international innovation ecosystem are brought in for each module to give you an additional knowledge advantage.
Program content
Module 1 – Innovation compass: strategic orientation
Module 2 – Innovation machinery: organization, processes and capabilities
Module 3 – Innovation tools: formats and methods
Module 4 – Culture of change: shaping innovation culture
Module 5 – Connected future: shaping collaborations
Module 6 – Strategic storytelling: innovation communication
Cross Corporate Circle
Bring your topic. Roundtable with content from members for members.
KEY FACTS
Scope
6 sessions per year
2:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
+ after-work drinks afterwards
Duration
Each session Takes a max. of 2-3 hours.
The Cross Corporate Circle is your platform for in-depth discussions on specialized innovation topics.
Here we offer innovation managers and experts the opportunity to exchange ideas with like-minded people, discuss challenges and explore possible solutions in 2-3 hour interactive working sessions.
Facilitated by weXelerate experts, this program promotes interactive exchange and creates space for joint solution finding and identification of joint cooperation.
KEY VALUES
- Challenge-driven discussions / individual problems:
- Discuss individual solutions for your specific innovation challenges with other experts.
- Strategic networking:
- Make valuable contacts with like-minded people and potential cooperation partners.
- Collaborative solution finding:
- Work in groups on solutions to promote synergies and cooperation.
CONTENT / MODULES
The individual modules are contributed by the members.
Here is a possible selection of topics:
- Venturing (Venture Building)
- CVC (Corporate Venture Capital)
- C-Level Expectation Management
- Creating the innovative organization (Kultur, PMO, …)
- Organization of Innovation
- Mission of Innovation
- Successfully implementing AI projects in the company
- Innovation measurement and evaluation
- Co-creation and customer integration
- Innovation risk management
Senior Executive Event with inspiring dinner. Creates awareness and brings the C-Level into the future – open to corporate Senior Executives.
The big annual event on 9,000m2. Looking into the future with national and international personalities. Free Ticket contingents for all members.
Afterwork event with inspirational speakers. Open event.
Webinar series for the entire innovation team. With current topics, trends, and content to stay up-to-date. Open to all members.
Meet the Hub. Talk about current topics over croissants and coffee and get to know the resident tenants.
Once registered, you receive requests for 1:1 conversations with other members. Everything is anonymous and non-binding until acceptance.
And Many More Events in the Hub
Every day there are new, exciting events from partners and external companies in the Hub, some of which are also open to our ecosystem.
Be Where the Future Happens
With our 80+ members.
currently active in our Ecosystem
How to Join the Ecosystem
Innovation Services
Innovation Day
“The goal of the event format Innovation Day is to inspire your company’s colleagues and excite them about innovation. The ideal setting for this is our Innovation Hub, with 40 of Austria’s most innovative companies as hub members and the shared mission of driving innovation forward.” Awi Lifshitz, CEO weXelerate
Your Inspiring Day Event in Austria’s Largest Innovation Hub
For Future-Oriented Companies:
- You have started your innovation journey and/or want to accelerate it.
- You want to be inspired, acquire practical knowledge, and build a network in the innovation scene.
- You are ready to use the Innovation Day as an impulse event in the physical center of our ecosystem.
Meet & Greet with Industry Leaders:
Visit us in the heart of Vienna and interact with:
- Exciting scale-ups (N26)
- Renowned investment companies (Speedinvest, UNIQA & Elevator Ventures)
- Established industrial corporations (Greiner, Palfinger)
- Internationally operating technology service providers (Humanizing Technologies, Smart Inspection).
- And experienced innovation managers.
Number of Participants & Timeframe:
- Up to 100 participants/companies
- Booking upon request (between 09:00 and 18:30).
Example Schedule:
- 09:00 – 10:30 Keynote: weXelerate & 2 International Speakers
- 10:30 – 11:30 Startup Pitching Contest
- 11:30 – 12:30 Lunch & Networking
- 12:30 – 13:30 Hub Tour
- 13:30 – 14:30 Insights from N26, UNIQA Ventures & Speedinvest
- 14:30 – 16:00 Reflection Workshop
Planning & Costs:
The Innovation Day can be individually tailored to your needs. In an initial meeting, you tell us your wishes, which are then considered in the offer.
Hub Tour
Tour Overview:
Contact us for an exclusive 1-2 hour tour at the heart of Austria’s largest innovation hub, designed specifically for:
- Professionals, companies, delegations and universities, interested in innovation and ecosystem engagement.
- Those looking to gain insights into our operational environment and innovative culture.
Planning Your Visit:
- Tours are designed to provide a comprehensive yet concise overview, perfect for professionals with tight schedules.
- Advance booking is required to ensure a personalized and engaging experience.
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Consulting Projects
What we offer:
- Customized Solutions: Engage with our consultants to develop strategies that are specifically tailored to your company’s needs.
- Expert Guidance: Gain access to seasoned experts who bring deep industry knowledge and a proven track record of success.
- Ecosystem Support: Benefit from a unique blend of support and know-how from across our vibrant innovation network.
Why Choose Us:
- Provide you with actionable insights and pragmatic solutions to complex challenges.
- Help you navigate changes in your industry with confidence.
- Accelerate your growth through innovative practices and collaborative projects.
References
Project:Digital Strategy Challenging
Challenge:
Inadequate cross-departmental digitalization led to inefficient processes and dissatisfaction among customers and partners.
Methodology
Workshop series on strategy methodology, digitalization trends, and focus topics. Preparation and facilitation by weXelerate experts. Provision of outside-in impulses from financial services & other industries
Deliverables
Applied methodology training including workshop documentation. Prioritized digital strategy topics, aligned with current trends and best practices. Objective framework for evaluating digital measures.
RESULT:
Well structured digital strategy aligned with key stakeholders
Project:Evaluation Innovation Strategy
Challenge:
Asfinag started it’s innvovation journey in 2019 and after 4 years it was time to evaluate the chosen path. Over the years, Asfinag developed an innovation strategy and underlying processes, each innovation project had to pass through. Asfinag decided to have this innovation strategy challenged by an external partner. Asfinag wanted to challenge the existing innovation strategy according: What components are missing? What components are running well? Which components can be improved? Which measures should be taken to improve the innovation strategy?
Methodology
The weXelerate innovation framework was the starting point and the base for the analysis. The framework provided the dimensions to be evaluated, focusing on the center and right areas of the framework. To receive insights, the following methodology was chosen: 18 interviews with leading Asfinag executives A broad Asfinag-internal online survey with 570 participants Desk research of all relevant documents
Deliverables
All dimensions mentioned above were assessed and rated with a red-yellow-green logic. 10 Derived measures to be taken in 5 dimensions were formulated. Asfinag approved the compiled measures as necessary and will implement them (also together with weXelerate) in 2024.
RESULT:
In 2024, Asfinag will implement the compiled measures to be prepared internally and externally for upcoming years.
Project:Creation of Business Case & Pitch Deck
Challenge:
Our customer has already successfully developed an AI innovation for detecting contaminants in organic waste. First customers have also confirmed the market potential and scalability. The company is now looking for potential risk-taking founders and investors with experience in building companies. A clear vision, convincing business plan and sales documents (pitch deck) are missing for this approach. One of the first challenges the customer faced was to decide how the new technology can be integrated into the existing company or whether it is necessary to found a new company. weXelerate helped in preparing and consulting this decision. After it was clear that the AI technology needed a new environment in a to be founded company, other challenges were obvious: Which business model should be taken? What markets can be addressed? How much funding is needed? How can we attract venture capital?
Methodology
Creation of a pitch deck for approaching founders and investors. Including: the development of a high-level business case based on assumptions regarding growth potential & investment requirements. the development of an attractive “story” Screening of all existing documents. Conception, implementation and moderation of joint working sessions, to: structure and prepare the business hypotheses compilation of a meaningful storyline and a clear business concept
Deliverables
Creation of a pitch deck (consisting of 10 slides) for approaching founders and investors including a validated business plan.
RESULT:
Through creating a pitch deck incl. a high level business case our customer was able to approach potential investors & founders for their innovative AI solution.
Project:
Digital Strategy Challenging
Digital Strategy Challenging
Santander Consumer Bank (SCB)
Financial Services
Challenge:
Inadequate cross-departmental digitalization led to inefficient processes and dissatisfaction among customers and partners.
Methodology
Workshop series on strategy methodology, digitalization trends, and focus topics. Preparation and facilitation by weXelerate experts. Provision of outside-in impulses from financial services & other industries
Deliverables
Applied methodology training including workshop documentation. Prioritized digital strategy topics, aligned with current trends and best practices. Objective framework for evaluating digital measures.
RESULT:
Well structured digital strategy aligned with key stakeholders
Project:
Evaluation Innovation Strategy
Evaluation Innovation Strategy
Asfinag
Mobility Partner and Infrastructure Operator
Challenge:
Asfinag started it’s innvovation journey in 2019 and after 4 years it was time to evaluate the chosen path. Over the years, Asfinag developed an innovation strategy and underlying processes, each innovation project had to pass through. Asfinag decided to have this innovation strategy challenged by an external partner. Asfinag wanted to challenge the existing innovation strategy according: What components are missing? What components are running well? Which components can be improved? Which measures should be taken to improve the innovation strategy?
Methodology
The weXelerate innovation framework was the starting point and the base for the analysis. The framework provided the dimensions to be evaluated, focusing on the center and right areas of the framework. To receive insights, the following methodology was chosen: 18 interviews with leading Asfinag executives A broad Asfinag-internal online survey with 570 participants Desk research of all relevant documents
Deliverables
All dimensions mentioned above were assessed and rated with a red-yellow-green logic. 10 Derived measures to be taken in 5 dimensions were formulated. Asfinag approved the compiled measures as necessary and will implement them (also together with weXelerate) in 2024.
RESULT:
In 2024, Asfinag will implement the compiled measures to be prepared internally and externally for upcoming years.
Project:
Creation of Business Case & Pitch Deck
Creation of Business Case & Pitch Deck
Waste Management Service Provider
Digitization of Waste Management Industry
Challenge:
Our customer has already successfully developed an AI innovation for detecting contaminants in organic waste. First customers have also confirmed the market potential and scalability. The company is now looking for potential risk-taking founders and investors with experience in building companies. A clear vision, convincing business plan and sales documents (pitch deck) are missing for this approach. One of the first challenges the customer faced was to decide how the new technology can be integrated into the existing company or whether it is necessary to found a new company. weXelerate helped in preparing and consulting this decision. After it was clear that the AI technology needed a new environment in a to be founded company, other challenges were obvious: Which business model should be taken? What markets can be addressed? How much funding is needed? How can we attract venture capital?
Methodology
Creation of a pitch deck for approaching founders and investors. Including: the development of a high-level business case based on assumptions regarding growth potential & investment requirements. the development of an attractive “story” Screening of all existing documents. Conception, implementation and moderation of joint working sessions, to: structure and prepare the business hypotheses compilation of a meaningful storyline and a clear business concept
Deliverables
Creation of a pitch deck (consisting of 10 slides) for approaching founders and investors including a validated business plan.
RESULT:
Through creating a pitch deck incl. a high level business case our customer was able to approach potential investors & founders for their innovative AI solution.
How to get to the Hub
Book an Intro Call or Meet Us for a Coffee at the Hub
Maximilian Kottnig
Ecosystem Manager
weXelerate GmbH
Praterstrasse 1 1020 Vienna Austria
+ 43 676 841 279 218
ecosystem@wexelerate.com
