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Scaling AI Responsibly

Gain the tools, strategies, and connections to scale with confidence

KICKSTART FOCUS: AI

Grow Responsibly, Scale Sustainably

AI is reshaping the world - but how it grows matters just as much as how fast it grows. Join Kickstart Focus: AI, a one-day program designed to help early-stage AI startups strengthen their foundation for growth. Learn how to scale your startup smartly, sustainably, and responsibly while turning ethical and responsible AI practices into your startup’s superpower.

From understanding the European regulatory landscape to building investor confidence and trust, you’ll walk away ready to scale your innovation -  without losing sight of your values. At the end of the day, you'll join a networking event, where you will meet valuable connections for your scaling journey.


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Program Details

100% free for incorporated, early-stage German Startups with MVP 

Program Date: November 13, 2025 | 12:30 - 18:00
Networking Event: November 13, 2025 | 18:00 - 21:00
Application Deadline: November 12, 2025
Location: Start2 Start2 Office, Munich
Individual mentorship: 4 hours

THE VALUE

How You'll Benefit

  • Get an Action Plan

    Walk away with actionable insights, a clear understanding of regulatory challenges, and a roadmap to grow with confidence.

  • Investor Perspectives & Funding Strategies

    Gain a deep dive into what investors look for when funding AI ventures. Discover practical advice on securing grants, venture capital, and impact investment for international expansion.

  • Scale Responsibly, Grow Sustainably

    Learn frameworks for responsible AI that not only mitigate risk but position your startup as a trustworthy partner and market leader.

  • Free Personalized 1:1 Mentoring

    Get access to a mentor that's right for you. Our mentors are experienced entrepreneurs and industry experts who are here to guide you through challenges, share actionable insights, and help you make impactful decisions for your business.

  • Build Powerful Connections

    Connect with experts and peers, and build valuable relationships. The evening networking event is your opportunity to meet potential customers, partners, and mentors who can open real doors for your startup.

AGENDA

Discover What You'll Learn

Introduction to Responsible AI at Scale: A Practical Workshop
JIE LIANG LIN & DR. DUSAN PAVLOVIC

As AI-driven startups expand internationally, they face new challenges: understanding diverse market dynamics, adapting to evolving expectations, and building trust with users and partners. Embedding ethics and responsibility at the core of your growth strategy is now a key competitive advantage in navigating the global market.

In this interactive 2-hour workshop, startups will:

  • Explore the principles of Responsible AI and integrate them into your company’s values and strategy.
  • Understand the practical implications of EU guidelines and discover how responsible AI practices can accelerate growth.
  • Develop a clear roadmap for data governance to build trust and prepare for expansion into new markets.

Inside the VC Mind: How Investors Scout and Evaluate Tech Startups
MORITZ MÖKER

Understanding how venture capitalists evaluate startups is key to shaping your growth strategy. In this interactive session, you’ll gain a behind-the-scenes look at how investors identify promising AI startups and assess pitch decks.

What you will take away:

  • Clear understanding of how VCs evaluate startups and what they prioritize.
  • Practical tips to improve your pitch and highlight your startup’s potential.
  • Strategic insights to align your growth story with investor expectations.

Join us to gain an investor’s perspective and turn insights into smarter growth decisions.

OUR EXPERTS

Who You'll Learn From

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Jie Liang Lin
MANAGING DIRECTOR | LEVEL ETHICS AI

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Dr. Dusan Pavlovic, LL.M., CIPPE, CIPM_Level Ethics AI


Dr. Dusan Pavlovic
DATA PROTECTION, ETHICS AND AI GOVERNANCE EXPERT | LEVEL ETHICS AI

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Moritz Möker
VENTURE SCOUT | FIRST MOMENTUM VENTURES

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The German Accelerator program was a great and fast overview of the most important topics startups need to prep internationalization. I would advise other startups to take some time out to get more of a perspective and input/feedback from other startups!

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Iris Braun
Co-Founder at Picalike

We had the chance to learn about and get insights on growth, internationalization, and building an organization from various experts. Furthermore, German Accelerator helped us broaden our business network and meet investors, one of which led our most recent seed funding round

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Miloš Djurdjević
Co-CEO & Co-Founder at HeyData

It was a useful preparation for expanding into another market. We appreciate that the mentoring sessions are really tailored to our our needs and wishes.

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Jana Schellong & Mihri Minaz
Co-Founders at beams

The mentoring concept of German Accelerator was super helpful because you have a dedicated amount of mentoring hours - both with your lead mentor and specialist mentors, who offer a more targeted support.

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Hanna Marie Asmussen
Founder at Localyze

Our Experts

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Derrick Seyram Vormawor
Co-Project Lead
StArfrica

Derrick is a Ghanian entrepreneur with a background spanning corporate, academic, and startup environments Derrick brings expertise in communications, research, strategy, and ecosystem development. He is also the creator and Chief Editor of the 10 Faces Changing Africa project, host of the Level Up with Derrick podcast, and CEO of Platinum Africa Solutions Limited, a firm focused on business strategy, innovation, and market-entry support across Africa. Through narrative, networks, and new ideas, Derrick is committed to advancing meaningful change across Africa and beyond.

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Maximilian Spannagel
Co-Founder & CEO
EcoPhi Renewables Engineering GmbH
EcoPhi Renewables Engineering GmbH, a company specializing in remote monitoring solutions for solar and water supply systems in rural Africa. With a background in renewable energy, he has led projects across Ethiopia, Kenya, and Uganda, focusing on enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of off-grid installations. Under his leadership, EcoPhi has developed plug-and-play systems and a central IT platform to support the growth of decentralized energy infrastructure in underserved regions.

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Niklas Fischer
Investment Manager
DEG Impulse

DEG Impulse, a subsidiary of DEG (German Investment Corporation), promotes sustainable transformation in emerging markets. He specializes in financing solutions for development projects, with a focus on energy access and infrastructure in sub-Saharan Africa. Niklas has been instrumental in supporting ventures that utilize intelligent data analysis to increase green electricity generation, contributing to the region's energy transition.

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ABOUT US

How We Empower Startups

German Accelerator helps German startups expand internationally to the U.S., Asia, Latin America, and Africa. Through tailored programs, intensive workshops, and access to a global network of mentors and VCs, participants experience rapid growth.

Since 2012, more than 1,200 startups, including Celonis, Airup, and Kinexon, have completed our programs, collectively raising over $16.2 billion in funding.

This program is made possible in cooperation with the BMWE (Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy) and is available free of charge for startup development.

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