INNOVATION AFTERHOUR “Funding Innovation"

How do I convince investors? What works and what doesn’t? Together, we dive into the world of innovation funding.

INNOVATION AFTERHOUR hosted by Startup Investment Academy (SIA)
“Funding Innovation: How great ideas attract venture capital”
11th March, 2025 | 17:30 | Auditorium
Auditorium hosted by: Startup Investment Academy
supported by: Austrian Standards | DXC Technology | Wirtschaftsagentur Wien & SO/ VIENNA

What to expect?

The next edition of Innovation Afterhour is dedicated to one of the most crucial topics in innovation: innovation funding.

How can you successfully convince investors and secure capital for your business or innovation project? What works, and what doesn’t? Together with successful founders, investors, and industry experts, we’ll dive into the world of innovation financing—exploring both success stories and failures.

Agenda (Moderated by Jasper Ettema // JET Growth)

Welcome & Introduction – Awi Lifshitz sets the stage

Panel 1: Raising Capital Successfully – Founders share their experiences

• Christoph Bernkopf, CEO & Co-Founder, Podero GmbH
• Lukas Steiner, Co-Founder & CEO, Talentir

Panel 2: Investing Successfully – Investors & Experts reveal their perspectives

• Markus Weiss, Financing Expert & Partner at minted
• Steve Jeitler, Partner at E+H Rechtsanwälte, Former Plug and Play Attorney
• Maximilian Schausberger, Managing Director Elevator Ventures

This special edition of Innovation Afterhour is part of the Startup Investment Academy (SIA)—an intensive program designed for startups looking to take their fundraising to the next level.

Be part of this unique gathering, connect with the innovation community, and discover how we’re building the foundation for tomorrow’s success stories. Secure your spot now for the INNOVATION AFTERHOUR and prepare to be inspired!

Please note that photos and videos will be taken during the event. If you do not wish to appear in them, please let us know at registration.