What is the TUHH Founder Boost Camp?
The TUHH Founder Boost Camp is a two-day intensive program where you’ll learn the fundamentals of business model development. It’s the perfect training to kick-start your own startup idea. Additionally, it serves as preparation for the optional Startup Port@TUHH incubation program, which begins in April (see details above).
What will you learn?
- Boost Camp Day 1: Kickoff, Business Model Development, Meet the Tech Startup CEO
- Boost Camp Day 2: Business Model Development II, Finance & Fundraising, Pitch Training, and Final Pitch
Who can participate?
The Boost Camp is designed for scientists and Master’s students nearing the end of their studies.
As a team: You can join as a team of 2-3 people in the idea phase. As an individual: You can also participate as an individual looking to join a team.
Additional details:
- Date: Friday, 7 March – Saturday, 8 March 2025
- Duration: 2 days (6 hours per day)
- Cost: Free of charge, no equity required
- Location: Startup Port@TUHH, Harburger Schloßstraße 6-12, 2nd Floor (in-person event)
- Language: German (Participants should be able to follow content in German; English communication is possible.)
What are the outcomes of the Boost Camp?
The workshop equips you with the essential tools to decide if starting your own company is right for you. It also allows you to test your startup idea to determine its feasibility and identify the steps needed for development.
Last but not least, the results are the basis for further funding, such as an EXIST start-up grant (up to 150,000 euros), EXIST research transfer (up to 1.2 million euros) or state funding from the City of Hamburg (up to 130,000 euros).
The results form the basis for optional participation in the Startup Port @TUHH incubation programme (starting in April 2025) or further individual support from the Startup Port @TUHH.
How to apply?
To participate, complete the application form (available here) and send it to startupport@tuhh.de by 3 March 2025.
For questions, please contact startupport@tuhh.de.
