Bits & Pretzels

Bits & Pretzels 2024: Ticketshop is open – we're always sold out, so make sure to get your ticket in time. ⭐️ This year's event is all about: Kickstart Europe! ⭐️ For us, this is more than just a theme; it’s a proactive call to action to leverage our collective capabilities and ignite a spirit of entrepreneurial solidarity across the continent. While difficult times breed uncertainty, they also create space for innovation and new solutions. We're excited to provide bold and open-minded stakeholders with the platform and network they need to navigate the complexities of entrepreneurship and build a supportive ecosystem that nurtures bold ideas and economic empowerment beyond boarders. Connecting: Founders 🤝 Investors 🤝 Industry Professionals. 2 Days of conference + 1 Day of connecting at Munich Oktoberfest. You don't want to miss this.

We have reworked our #earlystage startup stage into a zoo 🦄🦓. Here's why: At Bits & Pretzels we firmly believe into supporting startups from the early days. Therefore, we dedicate a whole stage to them, formerly known as the Spotlight Stage. For #Bits24 we have gathered feedback from last year's attendees and adjusted the concept. The goal: Make it more effective, more interactive and even more fun. 🦄 New Name: Soonicorns & Zebras*. 🦓 Batches of 3 - 5 founders from Seed to Series A on stage. 🦄 Clustered in themes (e.g. #fintech,#sustainability,#AI,#deeptech) 🦓 2-Minute-Pitches followed by a moderated discussion. 🦄 Audience Involvement with interactive elements. Confirmed founders on stage: Alexandre Berriche from Fleet, Isabel Poppek from Alpas AI, Max Linden from lemon.markets, Joel Nordström from Atlar, Natasha Jones from Metris Energy, Khaleeq Aziz from Genaios, Dr. Annika von Mutius from Empion, Ville Leppälä from Huuva, Evan Testa from Roundtable, Amanda Maiwald from Complori, Magnus Drewelies from CEEZER, Romain Libeau from Pivot * Wondering what the animals do here? We challenge our "soonicorn" founders (businesses, scaling up to become a unicorn) to uphold their positions against the "zebra" movement (representing a more balanced approach between financial success & social responsibility).

We've reworked our stage concept! Bits & Pretzels 2024 is around the corner (btw: 86 % of tickets are already sold 🤯) and we're working hard on creating our best event yet. Therefore, we've gathered our attendee's feedback and refined our stages & venue concept. Stages of #bits24 will be: 📣 Main Stage: remains the beating heart of our festival. Where Barack Obama, Michelle Obama, Reid Hoffman, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Richard Branson and so many more spoke before – big ideas meet bold actions. 📣 Money Pit: This redefined concept dives deep into proven #funding & financial strategies to give the best financial advice & learnings. 📣 Startup Academy: Following the feedback, this stage is bigger than ever before, sharing hands-on and 100% honest experiences & real talk for #founders. 📣 Soonicorns & Zebras: Welcome to our upgraded zoo of disruptive ideas and trends. We bring together the most visionary #changemakers & Europe's brightest minds. 📣 Growth Leaders: This new format brings the next level of real life knowledge from #latestage founders on e.g. how to scale effectively, optimize operations or navigate challenging markets. Soon we'll announce more details and speaker for each format, stay tuned. What stage are you looking for the most?

Presenting 📣 Our first top speaker selection for #bits24 According to this year’s theme “Kickstart Europe” we’re gathering the continent’s most exciting and knowledgable voices to speak at Bits & Pretzels 2024. ➡️ Who else you want to see on stage? Let us know in the comments. Get ready for exclusive insights, learnings and trend watches from industry leaders like: 🗣️ Toto Wolf, Team Principal & CEO Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team 🗣️ Christian Lindner, Federal Minister of Finance Deutscher Bundestag 🗣️ Ilkka Paananen, Co-Founder & CEO Supercell 🗣️ Doreen Huber, Partner EQT Ventures 🗣️ Philipp Freise, Co-Head of European Private Equity KKR 🗣️ Jaroslaw (Jarek) Kutylowski, CEO & Co-Founder DeepL 🗣️ Avi Eyal, Co-Founder & Managing Partner Entrée Capital 🗣️ Jeannette zu Fürstenberg, Managing Director & Head of Europe General Catalyst & Founding Partner La Famiglia 🗣️ Verena Pausder, Investor, Founder & Head of German Startup-Verband 🗣️ Maya Noël, Managing Director France Digitale 🗣️ Jordi Romero, Founder & CEO Factorial 🗣️ Adrien Nussenbaum, Co-Founder & CEO, Mirakl 🗣️ Katharina Wilhelm, Partner Index Ventures 🗣️ Sophia Bendz, General Partner Cherry Ventures 🗣️ Mario Kohle, Founder & CEO Enpal 🗣️ Fredrik Hjelm, CEO Voi Technology 🗣️ Hanno Renner, Co-Founder & CEO Personio 🗣️ Simon Schmincke, General Partner Creandum (more in the comments ...) #bits24 #startup

🙌 Volunteers wanted! There we go again: Like every year, you can become one of our volunteers & join Bits & Pretzels 2024. Applications are open now 🔥 (but better be quick, they'll be staffed pretty quickly!). FYI: Everyone is welcome! It doesn't matter whether you have just finished school, are in the middle of your studies, have already gained professional experience or come from a completely different field. The main thing is that you are over 18 years old and are interested in startups & entrepreneurship. Do you know anyone that should join our volunteer-team? Make sure to share this with them. 🔗 Link for applications in the comments. See you there #bits24. #volunteers #startup #munichstartup

+++ Deadline Extended: Apply for European Pitch Contest +++ Due to popular demand, we’ve extended the deadline for applications until 14th of July – to give even more startups the chance to participate. Don’t miss your chance to pitch in front of 5,000 attendees, including Europe’s biggest VCs. Attending doesn’t only give you the possibility to showcase your business, but also: 📣 Pitch on the Main Stage (Yes, the same that Barack Obama and Richard Branson spoke at.). 💪 Get pitch training by proven experts. 🚀 Connect with 1,500 of Europe’s best VC & business angels like HV Capital, UVC Partners, 10x Founders, Cherry Ventures, Index Ventures and many more. 🤝 Join 15,000+ Founder-Investor Meetings. 🎟️ Get a free ticket for Bits & Pretzels 2024. Let’s go and join the footsteps of María Teresa Pérez Zaballos from EndoGene.Bio or Max Gulde from constellr who experienced a massive growth journey after winning the startup pitch. 🔗 Application link in the comments.

Which startups shouldn't be missing Europe's most exciting Startup Exhibition this year? 🚀 (tell us in the comments) Every year Europes most promising startups come together at the Bits & Pretzels Startup Exhibition: October, Showpad, sevdesk, Payhawk, air up®, Applied Intuition - Just to name a few of past attendees who skyrocketed afterwards. The opportunities: 🔍 Meet >1.500 investors (3,4bn raised after Bits23 !) 🤝 Connect with possible clients, partners & employees 🌍 Build your international network 🌐 Gain visibility and Media Coverage Or like Hanno Renner, CEO & Co-Founder of Personio would say: don’t miss the „key for our growth“. Applications are open for this years Startup Exhibition - link for application in the comments. What startups should join #bits24? #BitsAndPretzels #StartupExhibition #Entrepreneurship #Networking #Innovation

Bring your startup to the main stage of Bits & Pretzels 2024! 🚀 Showcase your startup's potential in front of 5,000+ attendees and 1,500+ investors, and make your mark at the European Pitch Contest. Apply here 👉 https://lnkd.in/e9Wc5TuC

We're thrilled to announce the Bits & Pretzels Investor Summit! 🎉 The Bits & Pretzels Investor Summit is an exclusive, invite-only event for decision-makers from leading VCs and LPs, taking place during the Bits & Pretzels Festival. Hosted by our own Felix Haas as well as Dr. Andre Retterath, this summit brings together Europe’s most sought-after community of top VCs and LPs to share the latest perspectives on industry trends and investment opportunities. All details summed up 👉 2024 Theme: The Future of VC 👉 Access: Invite-only for leading VCs, LPs, and private investors 👉 Date: September 30, 2024 👉 Location: Munich, ICM, during Bits & Pretzels Festival 👉 Agenda: Best practice sessions, masterclasses, exclusive networking, 1:1 deal meetings in an exclusive investors area Request your invite here: https://lnkd.in/eF4Ba5qG We look forward to many great investors joining us this year in September!

🤯 YOU ARE CRAZY! 77% of the tickets for this year's Bits & Pretzels are already gone. Secure your seat now before it's too late 👉 https://lnkd.in/e9Btb-eK