#Inspiration

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#Knowledge exchange

Foundersphere Events

EVENT CALENDAR

No events have yet been announced for the coming weeks.

Founders’ Poker

We network makers in a playful way

Exclusive networking for the biggest German startup scenes! With founders, investors and strategic partners from media & business.

Gründerpokern brings together 100 exciting participants in special locations to play against each other – but to talk to each other. Even those who lose gain contacts.

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VIRTUAL ROUND TABLES

Exchange, network, connect.

In our Virtual Round Table format we deal with a whole range of topics. If you missed a date, you can find the recordings here. However, to take advantage of the opportunity for networking and matchmaking afterwards, it is advisable to attend live. We look forward to seeing you!

PARTNER EVENTS

Be there and take advantage of the diverse events to make valuable connections, expand your knowledge and network with the startup community.

Together with our partners, we organise exclusive networking events that are specifically tailored to the needs of start-ups and players. You get the chance to make targeted contacts and network with important players from the Foundersphere platform. As part of Foundersphere, we will come to you with an invitation. Make sure you keep your profile details up to date.

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FAQ

Our Virtual Round Tables are freely accessible to all. Just check our event calendar for a date with a topic that interests you and save it in your calendar.

Yes we record the expert inputs, as well as the subsequent questions and discussions, and make them available on our website afterwards. You are welcome to watch the videos afterwards. The networking sessions that follow will not be recorded, therefore you will have to attend live to benefit from these.

We determine the topics of the Virtual Round Tables according to current trends and then invite speakers from our network. If you are an expert in a specific field and you could imagine sharing your view/knowledge with like-minded people at a Virtual Round Table, please contact us. Then we will bookmark you for your subject in our database.

If you have any further questions or suggestions, please feel free to contact us at any time using the contact form on the homepage.

We want to have a diverse mix of participants at the events. Therefore, there are no tickets on sale. You can only purchase a ticket once your data has been checked and you have been added to the mail distribution list. To get on the list, click the button in the Founders Poker area and fill out the following form. Please don’t forget to include a LinkedIn profile so that we can get an idea of who you are.

Tickets are available from 60,- net and include all food, drinks (also long drinks) and the one-time participation in the poker tournament for high-quality non-cash prizes.

Admission from 18:00: The doors will open at 18:30 and we will welcome the first participants who have arrived. You will get your name badge at the entrance. Please do not forget your (electronic) ticket.

Event start 19:00: The first business cards are exchanged over a welcome drink and snacks. A half-hour introductory round is offered for poker newcomers.

Tunier start from 19:30: Here we go. The participants take the places drawn by lot. Handshakes at the table and the first round begins.

Dinner break around 21:00: Time for a short break. The first players have left the tournament and end the evening in the lounge area or use the 2nd chance tables. Networking will be continued over good food.

Continuation of the tournament from 22:00: Final spurt. Whoever can stack a lot of chips in front of them now has a good chance of making the final table. The winners of the 2nd chance tables come back to the main tournament. The lounge area is open to everyone who wants to enjoy drinks and conversations.

Later in the evening: The event will come to an end. Even though only the winners take home prizes, everyone will have enjoyed a nice evening making new connections. After the award ceremony is before the next event.

A few answers to frequently asked questions: Dress code is smart casual. If you are ever late, there will be a way for you to still play. We play Texas Hold’em in tournament format with real tables and real croupiers. Box office only possible in exceptional cases.