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SIBB Startups - We support founders in the early phase

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With passion, experience and a large network, the SIBB Startups team supports entrepreneurs in the early phase of their startup foundation. We help founders in a variety of ways: developing ideas for business models, finding co-founders, developing an initial MVP or finding the first pilot partners, customers or investors.

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EIT Digital: Cybersecurity Entrepreneurship Academy Berlin | EIT CC Spark | Startup Incubator | Startup Bootcamp | Co-Founders Matching | Startup Workshops | 'Ask Female Founders' Community | Deep Tech Nexus | Networking Events | Entrepreneurial Education

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Success Stories

"As a female founder, I would especially recommend the program to women in the startup scene. It is an empowering experience to build a company in a balanced environment with as many strong, creative and inspiring women as men."

Husna Korani

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Luup

Luup combines ESG reporting with AI to redefine sustainability. Start efficiently with the Double Materiality Analysis (DWA) and gain valuable insights into your company.

Re-Fresh Global

Re-Fresh Global upcycles used textiles into bio-ethanol, nanocellulose and textile pulp. The start-up uses smart technology to create new raw materials and offers a sustainable solution for textile waste.

Beams

Beams is developing a meta-layer for SaaS tools to make work smarter. The Mac app focuses on the next to-do, optimizes deep work times and bundles messages for less distraction.

“Being a founder is a journey, sailing from one island to another. SIBB was like a compass helping us navigate smoothly through the ups and downs.”

Neeta Birajdar

Robotics

equaly

Equaly is the Equal Care platform for couples. It helps to organize work, family and everyday life fairly - from financial planning to the distribution of tasks. This makes it easier to implement equality in family life.

Zula

Zula offers an inclusive and creative online library for children. With diverse literature, Zula encourages a love of reading, celebrates differences and turns every book into an inspiring adventure.

ZenZen

ZenZen is an AI-supported app for pregnant women with diabetes and offers support in nutrition, exercise, sleep and mental health - for a healthy, stress-free pregnancy.

“SIBB has been invaluable to Patentiv. The workshops and mentor support are top-notch and helped my team a lot. It's one of the best programs for covering all essential aspects of founding and building a successful startup.”

Mustafa Cakir

Patented

Sci2Sci

Sci2Sci is a search engine for data sets. Whether you are a scientist, ML engineer or analyst - find relevant data quickly and accurately. Search for keywords in the data or create templates for suitable data sets!

Peak Power

Peak Power is developing an intelligent, decentralized energy storage system. Its software controls storage systems, balances the electricity grid and promotes the energy transition as well as the economic efficiency of the systems.

Terramate

Terramate from Mineiros offers an IaC platform for simple, secure and scalable cloud infrastructure. The aim is to democratize cloud usage and promote resource-saving innovation.

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Since 2019 we have accompanied
6 cohorts over 000 founders
from the idea to market entry.
our startups

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Services

EIT Digital: Cybersecurity Entrepreneurship Academy Berlin

We support researchers in the fields of cybersecurity, data protection and trustworthy AI to become entrepreneurs. This 9-week hybrid program of the proven SIBB Incubator combines expert mentoring, intellectual property exploitation strategies and hands-on workshops. Participants gain market readiness through networking with industry in Berlin's innovation hub and bridge the gaps in research commercialization in Germany and Central/Eastern Europe. The project is aligned with the EU's digital sovereignty and turns innovators into founders.

Program start with online workshops and trainings: 06.10.25
In-person bootcamp: 01.12. - 05.12.2025
Demo day: December

Apply now until 30.09.2025

EIT CC Spark powered by SIBB

We support creatives, augmented reality experts and heritage enthusiasts to become entrepreneurs. This 12-week hybrid program combines expert mentorship, innovative entrepreneurial strategies and hands-on workshops designed specifically for creatives. Participants will create innovative and scalable businesses that bridge the gap between history and current digital technologies.
This call for applications is open to individuals and teams (up to 3 people) with an early stage business idea in the Cultural and Creative Sectors and Industries (CCSI), with a particular focus on cultural heritage. Ideas can be immersive AR/VR experiences, digital transformation projects and innovative business models for value creation in the sector.

Info session: July 2, 14:00 CET
Program start with online workshops and trainings: 22.09.2025
In-person bootcamp: 22.09. - 25.09.25
Demo day: December

Apply now until 11.07.2025

Startup Incubator

The SIBB Incubator is a ten-month program aimed at supporting start-ups in the early stages. SIBB has been implementing the Berlin Startup Scholarship since 2019. We offer workshops, coaching and a full-time scholarship and connect the founding teams with the startup ecosystem and SIBB's industry partners. In this way, our founders transform innovative ideas into effective businesses and help shape a digital future worth living.

Next application period: summer 2026

Startup Bootcamp

The SIBB Startup Bootcamp supports innovative start-up teams on their way to the Minimum Viable Product (MVP). In an 8-week program with workshops, mentoring and networking opportunities, experts accompany you through the decisive start-up phases. Participants from Digital Industry, Digital Tech, Digital Wellbeing, Digital Finance or Digital Cities also have the chance to receive up to €30,000 in funding. Ready to take your idea to the next level? 🚀

Co-Founders Matching

Do you have an innovative business idea but don't have the right co-founder? Or would you like to contribute your skills to an exciting startup? In our "Startup Co-Founders Matching" series, we bring founders together to share creative ideas and find the perfect team. Networking made easy to lead your startup to success!

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Startup workshops

We are expanding our offering for startups and members with a new series of practice-oriented workshops. These workshops aim to impart specific skills and address current challenges in the startup world. Participants benefit from interactive learning formats, practical case studies and the expertise of experienced specialists. The topics range from business model development to financing and marketing strategies. This new offering complements existing programs such as the Startup Bootcamp and the Incubator and provides founders and members with additional resources to further develop their projects.

Ask Female Founders' Community

At Ask Female Founders, we put the spotlight on successful female founders from the technology and digital sector. In interactive sessions, experienced female entrepreneurs share their personal insights, challenges and strategies for success Our event is aimed at anyone who wants to learn more about female entrepreneurship, network with like-minded people and gain valuable insights into the startup world. Join us and ask your questions directly to experienced female founders!

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Incubator News

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Team

Head of the SIBB Incubator

Ron
Reckin

ron@sibb.de

Incubator Program Manager & Startup Coach

Etta
Dannemann

etta@sibb.de

Manager for
cooperation projects

Mario
Liebrenz

mario@sibb.de

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Mentor:inside

Our mentors accompany the startups on a regular basis to discuss strategies and market entry. They are mostly C-level executives from the SIBB network or startup ecosystem and have years of management experience. In addition to the contact with the startups, the mentors also network with each other through SIBB.

Managing Director
BST Media GmbH

Anna
Mencel-Wolske

Co-Founder and Managing Director
Heylama

Sherzod
Gafar

Co-Founder & Executive Coach
The Intentional Organization

Mathias
Meyer

Consultant
ok Consulting

Oliver
Krist

Chief Executive Officer
EAF Berlin

Kathrin
Mahler-Walther

Managing Director
3pc GmbH New Communication
EAF Berlin

Armin
Berger

Consultant, Coach & Trainer
Ulrike Müller & Partners Business Development

Dr. Ulrike
Mueller

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Jury

The jury consists of distinguished members of the SIBB network, board members and forum speakers.

Head of Organization and Productivity Management
Berlin Savings Bank

Dr. Thorsten
Freiberger

Managing Director
skillmasters

Aileen
Oppermann

Managing Director
BST Media GmbH

Anna
Mencel-Wolske

Founder
Pearson Consulting

Vincent
Pearson

Consultant, Coach & Trainer
Ulrike Müller & Partners Business Development

Dr. Ulrike
Mueller

Co-Founder
ecotrek

Jolene
Ernesti

Managing Director Corporate Development
Zula

Janine
Heinrich

Managing Director
O&O Software GmbH

Olaf
Kehrer

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