With public stakeholders & foundations we drive impactful innovation by launching new start-up programs.

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Driving impactful innovation with public stakeholders & foundations

We collaborate with public stakeholders, funding agencies, and foundations to create and execute high-impact start-up incubation and acceleration programs tailored to their strategic goals. Whether it's fostering innovation in Food & Agritech, supporting Space start-ups, or driving sustainability through CleanTech, we provide the expertise and network to make these initiatives successful.

As part of the UnternehmerTUM ecosystem, we offer unparalleled access to resources, mentorship and expertise and a thriving network of B2B high-tech start-ups (pre-seed to series A) across diverse sectors – including Food & Agritech, Space, and CleanTech. We provide the expertise and proven methods to ensure measurable results, ensuring maximum visibility and lasting impact.

Collaborate with XPRENEURS and become part of the UnternehmerTUM ecosystem!

Leverage our ecosystem and launch a new program with us

BENEFITS OF BUILDING A PROGRAM WITH US

  • Maximize the ROI of public funding through data-driven start-up acceleration programs.

  • Create thriving, pan-European innovation ecosystems, fostering collaboration and sustainable growth.

  • Benefit from our experience in designing and executing high-impact, white-label start-up and scaleup programs for public initiatives.

  • Full service program management, from KPI tracking and quality assurance to maximizing visibility and expert project guidance.

  • Proven Track Record

REQUIREMENTS TO BUILD A PROGRAM WITH US

Partner with us to drive innovation and long-lasting impact. We seek collaborations with organizations that share our commitment to building thriving start-up ecosystems. Here’s what we look for from our partners:

  • Clear goals and focus areas: A clear vision for the program, including specific objectives and thematic priorities, enables us to design a highly targeted and effective approach.

  • Sustainable funding: Commitment to excellence and adequate resources are essential to ensure top mentoring, and a high-quality program execution.

  • Long-term commitment: Long-term partnerships are key to building successful, impactful and sustainable start-up ecosystems.

Become part of our ecosystem as a partner

Are you looking for a partner to launch a new start-up incubation or acceleration program? Whether it's fostering innovation in Food & Agritech, supporting Space start-ups, or driving sustainability through CleanTech, we provide the expertise and network to make these initiatives successful. Please reach out to Barbara Mehner to discuss your needs.

Our innovative incubation and acceleration partners

Bayrisches staatsministerium der justiz
Esa
Sponsor eit food
Eit manufacturing
Legal tech colab
Vector stiftung
Clean Tech

CleanTech powered by Vektor Foundation

CleanTech

Creating an impactful CleanTech Incubation Track in collaboration with the Vector Foundation, driving innovations in sustainability.

EIT Food

EIT Food Accelerator

Food & Agritech

Empowering over 20 Agritech start-ups in Europe, facilitating access to mentors, investors, and industry partners.

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EIT Manufacturing

Manufacturing

Fueling Europe’s next generation of high-growth industrial start-ups and university spinoffs.

Esa

ESA Business Accelerator Germany

Space

Supporting Space start-ups in achieving key milestones for scaling in Germany.

Legal Tech

Legal Tech as part of the Legal Tech Colab

Legal Tech

Supporting start-ups disrupting the Legal Tech Industry for the Ministery of Justice.

Everything you need to know about launching a new program with us

  • As part of UnternehmerTUM, we have built an unparalleled network, track record, and deep expertise in accelerating high-tech start-ups. Our tailored programs are designed to meet the specific strategic goals of public stakeholders and foundations, driving measurable impact across sectors like FoodTech, CleanTech, and Space. By partnering with us, you gain access to a proven methodology, a broad network of mentors and investors, and the ability to scale innovation initiatives across Europe.

  • We provide end-to-end support, from program design and planning to execution and completion. This includes setting measurable milestones, tracking progress, and continuously optimizing strategies to ensure the success of start-ups and the overall program.

  • We design and execute bespoke incubation and acceleration programs that align with your strategic objectives. These can be tracks within our XPRENEURS Program or white-label programs conducted on behalf of our partners.

  • Here are some examples: Legal Tech Track as part of the Legal Tech Colab, an initiative funded by the Ministery of Justice, EIT Food, EIT Urban Mobility, EIT Manufacturing, XLab CleanTech, Built Environment Track powered by Nemetschek, Internal Ventures Incubation for Bosch, ESA Business Accelerator Germany.

  • Yes, we can design programs tailored to regional priorities, or specific demographic groups (e.g., female founders, young scientists) to meet your unique goals. We have experience in Pan-European, German and more local programs.

  • We have experience in running purely virtual, hybrid and in person programs. We believe that at least one physical touchpoint during the program helps to form communities and build networks needed for true program impact.

  • We provide comprehensive impact reporting, including:

    • Job creation
    • Start-up funding raised
    • Number of collaborations with corporates or academia
    • Long-term survival rates of start-ups

    We align KPIs with your specific goals to ensure clear and measurable outcomes.


  • We design custom programs based on your thematic priorities and strategic objectives. For example, we’ve successfully created programs for Food & Agritech (EIT Food Accelerator), Space start-ups (ESA Business Accelerator Germany), and CleanTech innovations (XLab with Vector Foundation). We offer access to industry-specific mentors, tailored training modules, and connections to sector-focused investors and corporate partners.

  • We encourage long-term partnerships, ideally spanning several years, to create sustainable impact and foster deeper innovation ecosystems. With EIT Food for example, we have been working successfully for the past 7 years.

  • Yes, our programs can be customized to align with policy objectives or UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). For example, we’ve worked on programs targeting sustainability, manufacturing 4.0., renewable energy, and food security.

  • Absolutely. We integrate visibility strategies into the program, showcasing your commitment to innovation and sustainability through press releases, events, and thought leadership opportunities.

Any questions about launching a program with us.
Leave Barbara a message.

Barbara Neu

Dr. Barbara Mehner

Managing Partner

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