Playful networking

BE THERE TOO

Gründerpokern has been connecting the German start-up scene in a playful way for 10 years. Be there when up to 100 founders, decision-makers and players meet in a big poker tournament.

Step 1: Register now

Sign up for our mailing list and find out when and where the next events are and how you can buy a ticket.

Step 2: Now it’s getting personal

We briefly check that you fit the bill. This ensures that everyone gets something out of the networking and that it’s not just a sales event.

Step 3: We will get in touch with you

You will then receive information from us on how to proceed. Once you have been activated, we will immediately send you the opportunity to take part.

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Impressions

6 good reasons not to miss Founders’ Poker.

Those who take part in our events can not only be sure of having a great evening. Above all, each participant has their own story to tell and is interesting in his or her own way. So give us the opportunity to find out something about you.

Exciting participants

Pre-selected participants, as participation is by invitation, recommendation or request only.

Cool locations

Exceptional event spaces, offices, co-working spaces and reception halls.

High-quality prizes

The final table plays for non-cash prizes worth several thousand euros: Hardware, tickets, gadgets.

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Good catering

The participation fee includes all food & drinks: Soft drinks, beer, long drinks and more.

Real poker game

10 poker tables, each with a professional dealer to guide you through the evening. Therefore: Poker skills are not necessarily required.

Informal exchange

Casual get-in-touch and laid-back communication at the table, bar and lounge area.

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FAQ

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.