BRYCK Newsletter October 2024
Did you know…
The NFAP report shows the crucial role of migrant entrepreneurs in the U.S. startup scene and economy.
So, what about Germany?
With the new WIN initiative, "Startup Nation Germany“, EUR 12 billion will be invested by 2030 to strengthen Germany's venture capital ecosystem. This highlights a strong belief that startups are essential to our economy's innovation and competitiveness.
But where will the founders of startups come from? And once the startups are launched, where will they find the talent needed for growth, especially as the economy is already facing a talent shortage?
The U.S. example shows immigrants are a group of high potentials to building and scaling competitive tech companies. If we as Startup Nation Germany want to be competitive on an international level, we need to give this group of founders the necessary attention and support.
Learn more about our MENT2BE initiative with 2hearts , Digital Hub Initiative and Startup-Verband to support Migrant Entrepreneurs in Germany
BRYCK NEWS:
1) BRYCK website wins German Design Award
With our trusted partner 9elements , our BRYCK website won the prestigious German Design Award! The Awards set the benchmark for innovation and global competitiveness in design & with entries from 59 countries, it’s an incredible honor to be recognized!
2) RUHRGOLD book premiere at Colosseum
The RUHRGOLD launch was celebrated at the Colosseum with guests like NRW Minister President Hendrik Wüst. On 500 pages, the book illustrates tradition & transformation of the Ruhr region in the fields of art & culture, sport & nature, business & science. A must-read - and also including our BRYCK Tower!
3) Exit News: Learning platform Novaheal GmbH acquired by AMBOSS
AMBOSS, the market leader among medical professionals - used by over 90% of aspiring doctors for exam preparation — has acquired BRYCK startup alumni Novaheal and their learning platform for nursing education.
4) Unigy GmbH & University Clinic Essen win NRW transformation award
2 of our BRYCK community members have won the “NRW - Wirtschaft im Wandel” award: Unigy for their energy trading solution for public utilities & our health partner university clinic Essen for their top-notch healthcare provision. UME is one of the Top 150 clinics worldwide.
OPEN CALLS:
BRYCK PROGRAM SHORTLIST
You’re a startup in the fields of Digital Health, Energy or Industry Tech? Then join our shortlist to get into one of our next BRYCK Booster programs which will give you top-notch expert mentoring and access to investors, customers and talent.
Startup Olympics
From November 15-17, 2024, participants will have 52 hours to turn an idea into a business model. Work in teams with guidance from experienced mentors—whether you’re pitching an idea or joining as a team member. EWG - Essener Wirtschaftsförderung
Discount Code: "EWG-friends"
BRYCK x D2XCEL : Circularity Scaling Program
D2XCEL is a collaborative pan-European scaling program, bringing together a top-tier industry network of 300+ investors, public and private lead customers, and innovation hubs to support deep tech and digital ventures.
BRYCK has the lead for the cohort “Circular Models for Cities & Regions” - so if your startup is innovating in
EVENTS:
BRYCK x Tech Tour Energy & Decarbonisation
Once again, BRYCK is hosting the Tech Tour 2024, this year with a focus on Energy & Decarbonization. Tech Tour is one of the largest investor communities in Europe. 100+ internation investors Energy & decarb focus
November 26th - Tech Tour Energy Investor Day
12 p.m. - 08 p.m., BRYCK Tower
November 27th - Tech Tour Energy & Decarbonisation Pitching sessions
08.00 a.m. – 8 p.m., Venue: Messe Essen - Congress Center East
How to join
If you are a Startup or investor and want to join the TechTour, get in touch with Tobias Grün, Head of BRYCK Energy Tech
Mail to Tobias Grün : tobias.gruen@bryck.com
7. November - HerHood Talks: Female Migrant Founders - Oberhausen, Germany
11.-14. November - Web Summit 2024 - Lisbon, Portugal
Meet us at Web Summit 2024 & Startup Germany Night (12. November).
12. November - MEDICA - Leading International Trade Fair 2024 - Dusseldorf, Germany
Meet BRYCK and our current Booster Teams Adon Health, Elixion Medical, Lumeox & kaarlo
12. November - garage DU - Wir matchen Start-ups und Unternehmen - Demo Night - Duisburg, Germany
13. November - Vielfalt in der Wirtschaft - migrantisch, erfolgreich, offen - Oberhausen, Germany
IHK zu Essen , Mülheim an der Ruhr, Oberhausen is hosting a networking event for startups & SMEs with migration background
14. November - IN FRAUENHAND - Female Founders Connection: ALL WE NEED IS NETWORK! - Essen, Germany
15.-17. November - Startup Olympics - BRYCK Tower, Essen, Germany
Discount Code: „EWG-friends“
18.-22. November - European Hydrogen Week - Brussels, Belgium
Our community member H2UB is once again hosting the 𝐇𝟐𝐔𝐁 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭-𝐮𝐩 𝐀𝐫𝐞𝐚 at Hydrogen week Brussels with 20 hydrogen Startups.
19.-21. November - Slush - Helsinki, Finland
Meet us at German Beer Night and German Pitching Stage
STARTUPS AT HEART:
Meet the 4 startups from the 𝗕𝗥𝗬𝗖𝗞 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗘𝗪𝗚
adon health – Specializing in testosterone deficiency treatment, Adon Health provides personalized treatment plans via at-home testing and telemedicine, empowering men to take charge of their health.
🔹 Mentor: Ersin Üstün | Experts: Chanyu Xu , Lukas Jaworski
👥 Founders: Dr. Jonathan Apasu , Maximilian Schubert
elixion medical – With its Smart Catheter technology, Elixion automates urine flow measurement, enhancing hospital workflows and reducing nursing workloads. This MIoT & AI platform improves patient outcomes while optimizing hospital efficiency.
🔹 Mentor: Philippa Köhnk | Expert: Ulrich Zerhusen
👥 Founders: Ludwig Fendt , Luca V. , Natalie Sporrer
kaarlo – Revolutionizing psychosomatic healthcare, Kaarlo’s digital platform assesses, treats, and manages psychosomatic disorders using AI-driven personalized therapy. Their solution reduces care gaps and unnecessary consultations.
🔹 Mentor: Alexander Fromm | Experts: Fritjof Nelting聂楚青 , Frank Neumann
👥 Founders: Tobias Barg , Jan-Eric Gawande , Dr. med. Felix Sümpelmann
lumeox – Setting new standards in emergency care, Lumeox’s AI-powered optical sensor provides rapid blood analysis at the scene of an emergency, giving healthcare professionals accurate, on-the-spot diagnostics.
🔹 Mentor: Philippa Köhnk | Expert: Alexander Odrowski
👥 Founder: Till Böhme