The event 12MIN.ME | START🚀:UP follows a globally proven, highly dynamic, and strictly timed concept built around our core philosophy: “Don’t waste (y)our time!”. The structure is optimized to deliver maximum insights, inspiration, and high-value networking opportunities in the shortest time possible.
The evening features three identical rounds, each meticulously structured around the unique 12-minute rule: 12 Minutes Talk: Each of the three selected speakers has exactly 12 minutes to share their entrepreneurial journey, introduce their business model, and present key takeaways. Once the timer hits zero, the presentation stops immediately—no extensions allowed! 12 Minutes Q&A: Next, the floor belongs to the audience. For exactly 12 minutes, an interactive Q&A session allows participants to dive deeper into the topic, ask questions, and challenge the concepts. Each round is followed by 12 minutes of fast-paced networking. This allows attendees to instantly connect with the speakers, discuss the presentation, or refresh before the next talk begins. After the final round, the event transitions into an open networking session.Target Audience:
Our event is specifically tailored to two main target groups of the Startup Week Düsseldorf ecosystem: “Startups & Founders” (including aspiring entrepreneurs and pre-seed/seed startups) as well as innovators from “SMEs & Corporates” looking for fresh impulses and collaborative synergies.
Participants will experience three authentic, insightful, and honest real-world presentations straight from the startup ecosystem. The content strictly focuses on value-driven knowledge transfer rather than self-promotion. Topics align with current tech and economic trends, featuring digital innovations, pioneering tech solutions, sustainable business models (GreenTech), and impactful non-profit ideas. Speakers will share their practical challenges and valuable learnings from which the entire community will benefit.