Joint Forces hosted by four Viennese universities, has captivated hundreds of talented students each year. In this special edition for ViennaUP, it will introduce an exciting new format to deepen collaboration with international universities.

• THE INVESTOR’S GAME: Selected Austrian and European academic startups will participate in a closed-door event with Austrian investors in a game format.
• PITCHES: Early-stage startup teams from Viennese Universities pitch their value proposition to receive feedback, find co-founders, or entice students to join.
• SHOUT-OUTS: Attendees share 1-minute calls to action, ensuring wider reach.
• START-UP FAIR: The startups participating in the first part of the event will have a booth during an informal networking session.
• AWARDS: The advanced teams vote for the most promising startups among early-stage teams. This comprehensive event fosters collaboration, feedback, and recognition for aspiring entrepreneurs.Do you want to pitch?
  
  As traditionally done at Joint Forces, we will select a few local and international early-stage start-up teams of students to pitch their ideas for 3 minutes with the aim of finding co-founders, getting (technology and business), feedback from more experienced peers, and bringing on-board mentors.

  Who can apply? Early-Stage Startups – Apply Now!
  Application deadline: 30.04.2025

Agenda

17:30 – 18:00 Check-in for all other attendees
18:00 – 19:00 Pitching Session
19:00 – 19:30 Shoutouts Session
19:30 – 20:30 Start-up Fair
20:30 – 21:00 Awards
21:00 – 22:00 Networking

Accessibility

Wheel-chair accessible venue