The event began with a handlettering workshop, which created a relaxed atmosphere and prepared the participants for the following program items. Afterwards, the three EXIST scholarship holders Melissa Ruopp, Aurelia Vetter and Petra Vögele presented their projects and reported on the progress they had made during the program. These pitches offered insights into the challenges and successes of the scholarship holders.
The event was also enriched by presentations from Jennifer Potocnik, Managing Director of SISI AG, and Rebecca Heinzelmann, Co-Founder of karriereheld. Both speakers shared their experiences and gave valuable tips on the topic of leadership.
The event highlighted the potential of female entrepreneurship and the importance of programs such as EXIST Women to foster this potential.
About EXIST-Women:
EXIST-Women is a funding program of the Federal Ministry of Economics and Climate Protection (BMWK) that supports women interested in starting a business at universities and research institutions. It offers a 12-month qualification program, individual coaching, access to a nationwide network of female founders, material resources and an optional scholarship, is aimed at female graduates, scientists, students and women with vocational training related to higher education and does not require the immediate founding of a company.
