Day: Female Founders
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EIT Food launches program for female founders of agrifood startups
EIT Food is launching EWA Advance, a program for female founders of growth-stage agrifood startups. Munich-based startups can also apply…
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Female Founders in Focus: Five Women in Tech from Munich
In our interview series "Women in Tech," we profile female founders from Munich's startup scene. We talk to them about what they…
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EXIST-Women: Apply now!
EXIST-Women, a federal program, supports women interested in starting their own businesses during the pre-launch phase. This program is running again this year. Applications are still being accepted…
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Female Funding '26: Apply now!
Attention female founders: Apply by February 26, 2026 for a pitch spot at Female Funding '26, the matching event for startups and…
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Finches: Data-driven security for supply chains
Finches translates agricultural reality into decision-relevant metrics: The Munich-based startup helps buyers identify risks such as climate extremes, price volatility, or geopolitical disruptions at an early stage.
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High number of female entrepreneurs
According to the Women Entrepreneurship Monitor 2024/25, the rate of female entrepreneurship in Germany has reached a record high. The gender gap in startups…
Inside Stories
Munich startups: Strong growth, many jobs – but women remain underrepresented
Munich's startup scene is growing rapidly: A market value of €164 billion and rising investments are shaping the ecosystem. But despite these successes...
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Munich Startup Festival and the Women in Tech Breakfast
The Women in Tech networking event at the Munich Startup Festival was a resounding success. You can find some impressions here.
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Capital alone is not enough
The call for more venture capital for female founders is a tricky one: Despite frequent calls, the investment often fails because of...
Interviews
Women in Tech: 5 impressive female founders
In our interview series 'Women in Tech,' we feature outstanding female founders from the startup scene. Five of the Women in Tech who…
Competition
17th Idea Award seeks female innovators
The Idee-Förderpreis (Idea Promotion Prize), named after the Idee Kaffee (Idea Coffee), is being awarded for the 17th time. The prize recognizes innovative start-ups and is…
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Start as a Business Angel with the FIN Academy
The Female Investors Network (FIN) offers the FIN Academy, an online training program for women who want to start as business angels. In…
