Berlin & Beyond: Celebrating Tech Across Borders
Berlin’s secret sauce isn’t just cheap(er) rent, nightlife, or döner kebabs 🥙 - it’s diversity. That’s what makes Berlin’s tech scene so extraordinary, and we’re here to celebrate it!
Join us for a dynamic evening as part of the Asia Berlin Summit, in collaboration with ITA and Berlin’s tech talkshow Unboxing The Future, where we’ll roll out the red carpet 👠 for the best and brightest in global tech talent.
Welcome to our year-end celebration - a night that celebrates the melting pot of tech talent from Berlin and beyond. 🎉
What to expect:
Startups on show: Get ready for inspiring pitches from startups across different sectors, hailing from all corners of the globe. Each one has just a few minutes to grab your attention, so expect high-energy, fast-paced presentations.
Unboxing The Future - Live: For this event, we’re excited to host the live release of Unboxing The Future featuring Silicon Allee co-founder Travis Todd. Join us for a unique discussion format on Berlin's role as a bridge between legacy research and modern startups. The audience leads the conversation. Get ready to engage with the hosts and bring your questions! Learn more.
Celebrate our international community: For over 13 years, Silicon Allee has been a hub for diverse, international talent. Our team alone represents 10 different nationalities, and we’re passionate about creating a space where international entrepreneurs can thrive. This event is our tribute to that global community and a chance to say thanks for an amazing year of innovation and collaboration.
Why attend?
Your voice matters: This isn’t a one-way conversation. In Unboxing The Future, audience feedback and questions fuel the discussion, making it an interactive and meaningful experience.
Unexpected entertainment: It’s a talk show with a twist, complete with an electronic music jam by Ain TheMachine to wrap up a memorable night.
Investor panel
Stella Shen – Senior Associate at Bertelsmann Investments
Aneri Pradhan – COO at New Energy Nexus
Jonathan Eade – Venture Partner at Sansar Ventures
Miguel Encarnacion – Managing Partner at Unifier Ventures
Spaces are limited.
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5 PM - Doors open, Networking
5:30 - 5:45 PM - Silicon Allee welcome
5:45 - 6:45 PM - Unboxing the future discussion 🔥📦
6:45 - 7 PM - Break
7- 8 PM - Startup pitches 🎤
8 - 9 PM - Networking
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About ITA
The Italian Trade Agency (ITA) helps Italian companies expand internationally. Collaborating with key partners in Italy's internationalization efforts, including Silicon Allee, ITA has a global network, and is committed to showcasing Italian excellence on the world stage. They proudly present 10 innovative startups set to pitch at this event.
About Asia Berlin
AsiaBerlin, powered by the Berlin Senate Department, forms the collective platform that brings together communities within the startup ecosystems across Asia and Berlin. Their flagship event, the AsiaBerlin Summit is the annual summit of year-long AsiaBerlin activities where policymakers, startups, and investors meet to discuss the newest tech trends and cross-border collaboration between Asia and Berlin. Get your tickets to Asia Berlin here.
About Unboxing The Future
Unboxing The Future is no ordinary talk show it is where curated information meets unexpected entertainment. It offers a unique format designed as a space for bold conversations, merging engaging entertainment with deep insights into the complex issues shaping our world, making it easier to grasp and act on. During the live event, expect powerful conversations led by the audience, actionable insights, and an electronic musical jam with you led by Ain TheMachine to wrap up a special night.
About Silicon Allee at Fraunhofer HHI
Since 2011, we have been Berlin’s innovation network, supporting founders, investors, and companies to scale. Initially starting as the first English-language tech news site in Berlin, we have worked on different ventures since then from the Berlin Founders Fund in 2019 till 2021.
Now, Silicon Allee at Fraunhofer HHI is focused on building investable deep tech companies with founder-friendly terms. 🚀 Our accelerator program provides deep-tech startups access to Fraunhofer HHI’s world-class research facilities, expert network, stylish office space, and up to 3 full-time salaries.
The clock is ticking ⏰ Applications close on Nov 26! If you’re a deep tech founder with an MVP and a pitch deck, find out more and apply now.