BERLIN QUANTUM Pioneer –
24 - 29 November 2024
An intensive one-week incubation programme for early-stage quantum technology startups in the vibrant city of Berlin.
Join the BERLIN QUANTUM Pioneer! Connect with our experts and explore the thriving quantum ecosystem in Berlin.
Our tailored programme gives you the opportunity to discuss your business idea with experienced mentors and provides a comprehensive toolset to strengthen your strategy.
Programme
BERLIN QUANTUM Pioneer combines all the expertise:
- Top experts in QComputing, QSensing and QCommunication
- Connecting with top companies and institutes that provide enabling technologies in photonics, microelectronics, materials and software
- Meeting Deep Tech investors and getting to know them on a personal level
- First-hand information about setting up a business in Berlin
- Located at Leap - Berlin's first Coworking and Event space for quantum technology innovators
That's in it for you
- Get 1:1 mentoring on technical and business developments from high-level experts
- Connect with the European Photonics Industry Consortium EPIC, the leading European network in photonics during our EPIC® Entrepreneurs Session
- Learn about the BERLIN QUANTUM ecosystem
- Spend five days in an intense work environment in Berlin
- Enjoy social events, including Berlin’s famous nightlife
- The grand finale: a presentation in front of an international expert audience at our Demo Day on Friday
BERLIN is the ideal place to advance the next generation of QUANTUM and its PIONEERS!
Application & Selection Process
If you’re an early-stage startup or have a valid business strategy (to be described in the application), you can apply for BERLIN QUANTUM Pioneer.
- Online Startup Application via F6S - All quantum startups wanting to join must complete the ONLINE APPLICATION form.
EXTENDED Application deadline: 23 August 2024 (12 am CET) - Evaluation – The BERLIN QUANTUM Pioneer evaluation team will review all applications by 6 September 2024
- Batch Selection Announcement - Selected startups will be announced by the end of September
Our Expert Mentors
Markus Krutzik
Researcher, FBH / HU Berlin / Leap.Berlin
Barbara Wellmann
Lead Quantum-Link, Deloitte Consulting
José M. Brito
Quantum Entrepreneur, OpTecBB e.V.
Andreas Olmes
Investment Manager / “Principal / Prokurist”, HTGF
Wolfgang Gries
Entrepreneur & Consultant, Strategic Business Consultance
Henning Schröder
Head of Optical Interconnection Technologies, Fraunhofer IZM
Oliver Muth
Secure Materials & QSystems, Bundesdruckerei
Enrique Solano
Chief Visionary Officer, Kipu Quantum
Andreas Umbach
Entrepreneurship Coach, AUCCEPT Consulting GmbH
Michael Kissner
Co-Founder & CEO, Akhetonics
Mathias Petri
Managing Director, SIBB e.V.
Karl Jansen
Head of Center QT Applications, DESY
Gabrielle Thomas
Group Leader Marketing, Menlo Systems
Nino Walenta
Project Team Leader Quantum, Fraunhofer HHI
Oliver Holscke
Tribe Lead Quantum Networks, Deutsche Telekom AG – T-Labs
André Carvalho
Head of Quantum Control Solutions, Q-CTRL
Sebastian Luber
Senior Director Technology & Innovation, Infineon
Dr. John E. Golub
Founder & CEO, Groove Laser GmbH
Questions? Contact us
Katharina Witte
Programme, BERLIN QUANTUM
INAM e.V.
Application Process / F6S
Our Partners
BERLIN QUANTUM Pioneer - in collaboration with
