Are you a woman with an innovative business idea? Do you dream of bringing your startup vision to life? The EXIST Women programme of the German Federal Ministry of Economics and Climate Protection (BMWK) offers the perfect opportunity for women with innovative ideas to turn their entrepreneurial aspirations into reality!

At the BHT Startup Hub, we are proud to support female founders through this programme with 10 spots, which provide:

• Financial support from 1.000 to 3.000 Euros
• Mentoring from experienced startup advisors
• Access to our entrepreneurial network
• Resources to refine your business idea and kickstart your journey

EXIST Women is aimed at female graduates (degree also older than 5 years), female scientists, female students and women with vocational training and a connection to the university who are interested in the topic of start-ups.

This is your chance to combine your expertise, creativity, and ambition to make a real impact.

Application Deadline: February 15, 2025
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Over the past year, the BHT Startup Hub has had the privilege of supporting three outstanding startups: Scripe, Dialectics.com, and Wavess. With the support of the Berliner Startup Stipendium and the BHT Startup Hub, these teams have achieved remarkable milestones, such as gaining their first paying customers, validating their solutions in real-world markets, and securing the confidence to tackle their next big steps.

Here’s a closer look at their inspiring journeys:

• Scripe has transformed content creation on LinkedIn with AI, recently securing a pre-seed funding round.
• Dialectics is empowering people with Type 1 Diabetes through interactive, expert-driven online courses.
• Wavess is redefining B2B marketing with neurosciene, offline data and AI-driven tools that boost efficiency and results.

Their time at the BHT Startup Hub was marked by a focus on refining key product features, validating their offerings with real customers, and receiving invaluable guidance from our dedicated coaches and mentors. These elements were critical in helping them overcome challenges and build a solid foundation for future growth.

Recently, we bid them farewell during a gathering at our coworking space, followed by the BSS Startup Nexus Event at SAP Data Space, organized by avant now // innovation for impact. This inspiring event showcased some of the most promising BSS startups, particularly those offering solutions in ClimateTech. It was a fantastic opportunity for networking and celebrating the spirit of innovation.

We couldn’t be prouder of Scripe, Dialectics, and Wavess. Their dedication, creativity, and resilience inspire us all, and we are excited to see how they will continue to shape their industries. Join us in wishing them every success as they take their next steps in their entrepreneurial journeys!

The BHT Startup Hub recently had the privilege of participating in an inspiring evening dedicated to changemakers in sustainable fashion. The event, part of the quarterly Impact Stories series at Impact Hub Berlin, brought together leaders and innovators driving real change in the circular economy. Through heartfelt stories, engaging discussions, and valuable networking, the evening showcased how bold ideas and creative solutions are shaping the future of fashion.

At the heart of the evening were three remarkable speakers:

• Martina Steinke, a sustainable stylist and advocate for “shopping in your own closet,” shared her vision for moving away from fast fashion. Through initiatives like Fashion Revolution, Martina inspires mindful consumer choices and a more circular approach to fashion.
• Frank Peralta, founder of Peralta Clothing, and Dalma Braun, founder of Dollitta the Brand, presented their collaboration on upcycled leather. From high-performance engineering to bespoke designs showcased at Berlin Fashion Week, their work highlights the harmony of industrial innovation and sustainability.
• Marte Hentschel, Co-CEO of VORN — The Berlin Fashion Hub, explored the intersection of supply chain sustainability, collaborative design, and digital innovation. As a serial entrepreneur, Marte champions systemic transformation within the fashion industry.

The event’s format—featuring short, impactful presentations followed by open dialogue—allowed for an intimate and meaningful exchange of ideas. Drinks and networking further fostered connections among attendees, creating opportunities to collaborate and innovate.

The event was part of the A-B-Circular project to promote the climate-neutral manufacture of products “Made in Berlin” in the design/fashion and architecture/construction sectors. The A-B-Circular project is funded by the Berlin Senate Department for Economic Affaitd, Energy and Public Enterprises as part of the call for a circular economy in the Masterplan Industriestadt Berlin 2022-2026.