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Merry Christmas from the team at Foundersphere! Wishing you a joyful holiday season. 🎄✨ #MerryChristmas #Foundersphere

This week’s Spotlight shines on MUNICH STARTUP , Frankfurt Forward and Airbus Ventures. These organizations are dedicated to creating spaces, resources, and opportunities for startups to grow and connect. Discover how they’re driving innovation, empowering communities, and transforming the landscape of entrepreneurship. #MeetTheKeyPlayers #StartupEcosystem #EnterTheFoundersphere

Introducing Margarete Steiff, a visionary who brought warmth and comfort into the lives of children worldwide through her creation of the beloved Steiff toy company. Despite facing physical challenges from polio, Margarete’s determination and creativity led her to sew the first stuffed animals, which quickly captured hearts and laid the foundation for a family business known globally for its quality and charm. 🧸✨ Her iconic teddy bears and other creations didn’t just build a successful business; they redefined the toy industry and set standards for craftsmanship that still endure today. Margarete’s legacy reminds us that resilience and passion can turn simple ideas into world-changing enterprises. Who is your Margarete Steiff? Name a woman who inspires you with her dedication and vision. Let’s celebrate the women who make the world a brighter place, one imaginative idea at a time. #FemaleFounders #WomenInBusiness #MargareteSteiff *contains AI generated elements

This week’s Spotlight shines on IGZ Innovations- und Gründerzentrum Nürnberg-Fürth-Erlangen GmbH, Startup Campus 0711 and Impact Hub Hamburg. These organizations are dedicated to creating spaces, resources, and opportunities for startups to grow and connect. Discover how they’re driving innovation, empowering communities, and transforming the landscape of entrepreneurship. #MeetTheKeyPlayers #StartupEcosystem #EnterTheFoundersphere

Introducing Whitney Wolfe Herd, a trailblazer who redefined the world of online dating and tech entrepreneurship. As a founding team member at Tinder, Whitney faced challenges that ultimately led her to leave and found Bumble, where women hold the power to make the first move. Starting Bumble in 2014, Whitney’s vision was not just to create another dating app, but to pioneer a safer, more empowering online space, where women make the first move, fostering safer, more empowering online interactions. Starting Bumble in 2014, Whitney’s vision challenged industry norms and grew into a platform with millions of users worldwide. Whitney’s journey has earned her global recognition as one of the youngest self-made female billionaires and a voice for women in tech. Her bold approach to building Bumble, combined with her dedication to creating positive online spaces, has reshaped the social networking landscape. Who is your Whitney Wolfe Herd? Tag a woman who inspires you with her innovation and leadership. Let’s celebrate those who are redefining industries and empowering others, one courageous step at a time. #FemaleFounders #WomenInTech #WhitneyWolfeHerd *contains AI generated elements

This week’s Spotlight shines on K.I.E.Z. Künstliche Intelligenz Entrepreneurship Zentrum, OHM-Potentiale - Gründungsinitiative der Technischen Hochschule Nürnberg and Gründungsnetzwerk SAXEED. These organizations are dedicated to creating spaces, resources, and opportunities for startups to grow and connect. Discover how they’re driving innovation, empowering communities, and transforming the landscape of entrepreneurship. #MeetTheKeyPlayers #StartupEcosystem #EnterTheFoundersphere

Something's happening in the start-up scene! We are very excited to announce another partnership with a great company. Dell Technologies is known for innovative technology and high-quality hardware - from laptops and monitors to servers. With Dell for Startups, this know-how and product diversity is now accessible to the startup scene: ✨ Startup-friendly prices ✨ Free technical advice & mentoring ✨ Workshops, learning videos & marketing campaigns ✨ Events, promotions & programs to strengthen startups, accelerators and key players! ➡ For startups in every phase! ➡ For the community of key players! A specific example? Up to 20% discount (on top of the current "up to 40%" Black Friday sale, which ends on 8.12!) on Dell technology in our Startup Benefit Program. For startups & key players who are in the Foundersphere. Thanks to Janos and the Dell team for your commitment! Let's go!

Introducing Madam C.J. Walker, the first African American self-made millionaire in America who forever changed the beauty and hair care industry. Born to formerly enslaved parents, Walker rose from humble beginnings to build a groundbreaking business empire focused on creating specialized hair care products for Black women. 💼✨ Walker didn’t just revolutionize hair care—she empowered a generation of women through entrepreneurship, offering them employment and financial independence. Her success wasn’t solely about business; she was a passionate philanthropist and advocate for racial and gender equality, using her wealth to support education and civil rights causes. Madam C.J. Walker’s story is a testament to the power of resilience, innovation, and vision. She broke barriers and opened doors for future generations of women in business, making her a true trailblazer in every sense. Who is your Madam C.J. Walker? Tag a woman who inspires you with her entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to making a difference. Let’s honor the women who are paving the way for others! #FemaleFounders #WomenInBusiness #MadamCJWalker *contains AI generated elements

This week’s Spotlight shines on STEYG, KS36 Kreativweide and Fly Ventures. These organizations are dedicated to creating spaces, resources, and opportunities for startups to grow and connect. Discover how they’re driving innovation, empowering communities, and transforming the landscape of entrepreneurship. #MeetTheKeyPlayers #StartupEcosystem #EnterTheFoundersphere

Introducing Ruth Handler, one of the many pioneering women who reshaped the world through entrepreneurship. Ruth Handler was not only the creator of Barbie, but also a visionary who changed the toy industry and proved that innovation and determination can break boundaries. With one simple idea - to give girls a doll that reflected their dreams for the future - she built a global empire and made Mattel a name to remember. But Ruth's influence didn't stop there. After suffering from breast cancer herself, she used her experience to launch a prosthetics company to help women like herself. Ruth Handler's story shows what is possible when women lead the way with courage, creativity and an absolute belief in their vision. 🌟 Who is your Ruth Handler? Name a woman who inspires you with her entrepreneurial spirit and unstoppable drive. Let's celebrate the women who are changing the world, one bold idea at a time. #FemaleFounders #WomenInBusiness #RuthHandler *contains AI-generated elements