Technology to Scalable Business
XPRENEURS is an incubator for high-tech startups. In the 3-month full-time program they support strong, early-stage teams on their way to market entry by helping them validate their business model, win their first customers and secure their first investment.
You are a startup and want to be part of XPRENEURS?
Application for batch #8 is not open yet. But register here and we will inform you as soon as the application phase for starts!
XPRENEURS in a minute
Your benefits
- Direct access to decision makers in some of the largest German Fortune 500 companies
- Mentorship by a group of Germany‘s and Europe‘s most successful tech entrepreneurs
- Access to ‘MakerSpace’, Europe’s largest publicly accessible high-tech workshop
- Prototyping grants of up to 5,000 EUR per team (application and selection via the Initiative for Industrial Innovators)
- Office Space in The ATLAS, the “Titan of Munich’s Werksviertel” – a vibrant and highly creative quarter near East Station, or in the TUM Incubator in Garching
The 3-month program is characterised by the following components, all geared to your team‘s stage of development and needs. Towards the end of the XPRENEURS program you will be ready to enter the market.
The XPRENEURS program is free of charge, we also take no equity.
The XPRENEURS Program
Scale your company, sharpen your business plan, set up your sales organisation and find investors.
Embrace the Entrepreneurial Spirit
- Intense review and development of your business model
- Weekly 1:1 sessions with the XPRENEURS program team
- Ongoing exchange with other founders participating in the program
Benefit from your Companion
- Matched personal companion supporting your journey
- Companions bring in specific industry know-how and networks
- Individual mentorship during and after the XPRENEURS program
Learn from Experience
- Bi-weekly founder insights provided by experienced entrepreneurs
- Insights on Sales, Marketing, Operations, Finance, Team etc.
- Experience only – 100% actionable
Get your Pitch right
- Intensive pitch and presentation training
- Making your business understandable for anyone – easy as 123
- Getting you prepared for the Demo Day where you will meet with potential customers and investors
Criteria
XPRENEURS is an open yet very selective program. Applications are ranked and teams subsequently selected based on three main criteria:
- Fit with XPRENEURS program topics and technologies
- Team completeness and commitment to full-time program participation
- Innovativeness, potential scalability and market readiness of product
Teams are selected and admitted by an expert program jury.
XPRENEURS is designed for high-tech entrepreneurs
With a laser focus on product market fit, XPRENEURS teams develop solutions in the following fields:
Smart City
Mobility
Smart Enterprise
B2B Software & Hardware
Medical Technology
We are keen to work with early-stage startups with a strong high-tech focus! Technologies of particular interest are Software and Hardware, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing), Robotics and Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR).
Key dates batch #7
Selection process procedure and special sessions during the program where the attendance of the selected startups is required.
Application start:
December 10, 2019
Application deadline:
February 2, 2020
Feedback on application:
By February 10, 2020
In-person selection pitch:
February 18 & 19, 2020
Acceptance or refusal for batch #7:
By February 21, 2020
Offsite:
March 2 & 3, 2020
Kick-off and calibration sessions:
March 4 – 6, 2020
XHIBITION:
May 27, 2020
Testimonials: Successful alumni of XPRENEURS
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Julia MoosbauerdeepcanemptytextllineWe experienced XPRENEURS as the go-to deep tech accelerator: great events, outstanding mentors, valuable contacts and the tremendously supportive XPRENEURS team behind. -
Thomas ReiherAMendateanemptytextllineXPRENERUS is a perfect platform to learn how to get startup things running and to get in touch with many promising people and companies. -
Cecilia ChiolerioTWOSTAYanemptytextllineXPRENEURS is the place to be to get useful directions, great network and a motivating work environment to bring your business to the next step. -
Florian BauerkiteKRAFTanemptytextllineXPRENEURS offers excellent and very relevant workshops e.g. on startup funding and term sheet negotiations – it is almost a must for founders with a research background. -
David DohmenOcellanemptytextllineXPRENEURS knows what startups need: Valuable workshops, coachings and learnings. -
Christopher HelmKonfuzioanemptytextllineXPRENEURS is a melting pot of inspiring characters and latest technologies. -
Florian ZyprianKonfuzioanemptytextllineXPRENEURS is a flexible support ecosystem that takes your startup to the next level - without wasting your time. -
Cornelius FilbryBlitzMindsanemptytextllineXPRENEURS is an opportunity for ambitious entrepreneurs to learn, acquire impont network and follow up on their respective businesses in a highly supportive and challenging ecosystem. -
Till RickertsewtsanemptytextllineApart from many interesting workshops, XPRENEURS' great team helped us developing the entrepreneurial mindset necessary to turn an idea into a successful company. -
Gereon DeppeAMendateanemptytextllineThe XPRENEURS programme brings in everything a growing start-up needs: A great network, experienced coaches and a focus on entrepreneurship with sustainable success. -
Cristiano EstradaCabasus GmbHanemptytextllineDynamic team with a diverse set of skills and willingness to steer you to your true north. -
Dr. Leo MartinezColorimetrixanemptytextllineXPRENEURS is to Munich startups, what SpaceX is to rockets. -
Jan TitzeJaluanemptytextllineA great program focusing on the individual needs of your startup. -
Veronika SchweighartClimedo HealthanemptytextllineWith XPRENEURS, our startup reached the next level within just three months. The team and coaches behind the program are experienced, founder-focused, hands-on, and truly entrepreneurial. -
Lukas MohsRideBeeanemptytextllineThe XPRENEURS Incubator program gathers participating teams into a small tech family by providing insightful talks, workshops and an astonishing office space. -
Ekaterina GribKEWAZOanemptytextlline"It is incredible what the right people and the right environment can help you to create in just three months! Great ecosystem, experienced advisers and valuable support." -
Markus VenmannVenmann Consultinganemptytextlline"Mentoring in the XPRENEURS program does not only allow to contribute with own experience, but to learn a lot about new perspectives and exciting business ideas from the teams participating." -
Felix LillPlanturaanemptytextlline"XPRENEURS is THE incubation program in Munich: they stand for a team of highly motivated, experienced and professional supporters for young startups, which solve problems needed to take further steps instead of burden startups with administrative hurdles." -
Stefan SchieferCEO neaspecanemptytextlline"XPRENEURS is one of the best places throughout Germany to meet high quality tech start-ups." -
Christian FeuerbacherORDAanemptytextlline"XPRENEURS really puts the focus on the entrepreneurs and their ventures byoffering them everything needed to support them in their individual stage." -
Johannes MüllerWorkpathanemptytextlline"Very founder-friendly and flexible - exactly as a young company needs it." -
Alexander SchmittMergerSpotanemptytextlline"XPRENEURS truly puts entrepreneurs first, through a superb network, an outstanding operations team and supporting but critical coaches. What makes XPRENEURS absolutely outstanding are the people behind the program." -
Felix BrombacherCrashtest Securityanemptytextlline"Great incubator where advancing the business had always the highest priority and the team always provided very valuable and honest feedback."
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Join XPRENEURS as a supporter or industry partner
We offer you a unique opportunity to get access to the most fascinating tech innovations. Benefits for partners include:
- Early access to disruptive technologies and business models in your industry
- Attractive partnerships with tech startups and visionary entrepreneurs
- Informal exchange with other players in your industry on how to successfully cooperate with startups
- Incubation of your own teams: Assess your employees‘ ideas and validate business models
- Active participation and visibility in the Munich tech startup ecosystem
The XPRENEURS Team
Martin Giese
Managing Director
martin.giese@xpreneurs.io
Robert Kitson
Venture Consultant & Project Manager
robert.kitson@xpreneurs.io
Tobias Kuhl
Venture Architect & Head of Operations
tobias.kuhl@xpreneurs.io
Moritz Mangold
Venture Architect & Project Manager
moritz.mangold@xpreneurs.io
Michaela Reimann
Team & Event Manager
michaela.reimann@xpreneurs.io
Bastian Rieder
Head of Performance Marketing
bastian.rieder@xpreneurs.io
Partner & Supporter
