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A recent report published by the global venture capital firm Antler found that the University of Mannheim is one of the few universities in Germany and Europe where founders of unicorns in the DACH region receive their academic education. In a row with other greats such as WHU, TUM or LSE, alumni of the University of Mannheim are significantly represented…
In the spring semester, we were able to get back to holding classes in real life as Covid numbers dropped significantly. After such a long period of distance learning, we as instructors were really happy to return to the classroom and support students on their entrepreneurial journey. The semester had a great kick-off with the Q-summit. Again, attendees were able…
Despite the many challenges in the past two years, the German startup ecosystem has really evolved. Nevertheless, we still have the potential and the ambition to become even better in many areas. In order to achieve these goals together, the @Startupverband relies on the input of you – founders and executives of German startups: Participate now, share and strengthen the…
Dutch EdTech platform StuDocu has acquired the Mannheim-based startup Studybees. Founded in 2013, Studybees uses its online content to support students at German colleges and universities in the fields of business administration, Economics and Law in preparing for their exams. Both companies were founded by students for students and have made it their mission to help students reach their full…