Startup Support
MCEI has several support schemes that can help you and your business grow - no matter whether you are a student, alumnus/alumna of the University of Mannheim or not. Depending on your goals and objectives, we will help you accelerate your venture from scratch to growth stage with a variety of MCEI support schemes. What is more, we have a strong partner network to rely on which perfectly matches our support with even more opportunities and industry expertise. Find more information in our MCEI Support and Partner Support categories below and have a look at how we can help you advance!
For two decades, the Mannheim Startup Award (MEXI) has been a cornerstone of the entrepreneurial landscape in Mannheim. With the goal of fostering innovation and entrepreneurial spirit in the region, MEXI annually recognizes outstanding startups in various categories. Anniversary: 20 Years of MEXI The year 2024 marks a special anniversary: for 20 years, MEXI has been honoring the best entrepreneurs…
Since 2021, the team behind the “4C Accelerator” has already successfully supported over 55 medtech startups. With the start of the application phase for the 8th round of the program, even more teams can now take advantage of this opportunity. Founders with pre-competitive product ideas in the fields of Medical Devices and In-Vitro Diagnostics can apply until July 19, 2024.…
Take part in the German Startup Monitor now! Dear founders, dear startup friends, Everyone agrees that the German economy needs to transform itself: Startups are driving innovation like no other. But at the same time, there are many hurdles - the shortage of skilled workers, long administrative processes and a lack of capital are slowing down founders. Your input is…
The Social Impact Award starts again in Mannheim with a cool, interactive workshop for you! From March 15-16 in Mannheim, the Social Impact Weekend offers you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of social entrepreneurship, exchange ideas with other young people and develop your own ideas for a better future. Find out what social entrepreneurship can be, develop…
Enculture is a startup project that emerged from the "Culture goes Startup" course at the University of Mannheim. After the successful development of the business idea and the business plan, the project will enter the test phase in HWS 2023/24. If you want to reshape the corporate benefits market with them and are interested in supporting them with your business…
