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European Retail Startup Night
Event details
The Austrian Retail Association (Handelsverband) and Austria Wirtschaftsservice (aws) are on the lookout for the most groundbreaking retail ideas from across Europe. In collaboration with REWE Group, EY, invest.austria, Austrian Startups, Young & Urban by SPAR, The Female Factor, IKEA, the organizers are thrilled to invite you to the sixth edition of the European Retail Startup Night in Vienna.
This event will shine a spotlight on sustainable Austrian and European startups with a retail focus. Whether it is food, near-food, or non-food, all categories are welcome!
Platform for exchange
In a world where technologies and markets evolve faster than companies can adapt, staying engaged with customers and future tech trends is crucial for survival. The European Retail Startup Night offers a platform for direct exchange in the heart of Europe, specifically targeting startups, retailers, technology providers, and investors.
Why you should attend
The goal? To connect innovative retail startups with domestic retail companies and promote forward-thinking innovations and technologies in the retail sector. This sixth edition will feature Austrian and European startups and scaleups, showcasing omnichannel best practices. The event will also discuss promising cooperation models between young companies and corporates.
Your added value? Exciting Opportunities for Retail Innovators! Extensive Matchmaking Options! Top-class speakers like Ben Ruschin (Big Cheese Ventures), Bernhard Lehner (Startup300), Maria-Beate Landl (REWE Innovations), Anna-Sophia Haas (Young & Urban by SPAR), Georg Sladek (RWA Agro Innovation Lab), Niki Futter (Angels United), Florian Haas (EY), Victoria Neuhofer (Damn, Plastic), Hannah Wundsam (Austrian Startups), Bernhard Sagmeister (aws), Rainer Will (Handelsverband) and many more…
Pitch
Prior to the event, a distinguished jury will select 8 startups to pitch live on stage on October 24, 2024, at JO&JOE in IKEA Westbahnhof Vienna. Do not miss this chance to be part of an evening filled with innovation, networking, and opportunities. Mark your calendars and join for an unforgettable night!