Inspiration with coffee and croissants Female Founders Brunch Kicks Off a New Round – First event with Birka Wolff

May 26, 2025
published by hei_INNOVATION

On Friday, June 6, 2025, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, the first of three Female Founders Brunch events this year will take place at the hei_INNOVATION Startup Hub. The event is aimed at women interested in entrepreneurship and offers a platform for exchange, networking, and inspiration within Heidelberg University's startup community.

Young people women having brunch

Our guest speaker will be Birka Wolff, startup and investment manager at encourageventures e.V. With over eight years of experience in the startup industry, she will share insights into financing options for various stages of business development, explain what investors look for, and discuss the importance of diversity in the investment landscape. She will also introduce the work of encourageventures.

The Female Founders Brunch is part of hei_INNOVATION’s commitment to supporting female founders and fostering a collaborative startup community. Participation is open to all interested parties, and prior registration is recommended. Further information is available on the event website. The Female Founders Brunch will be in English.

Event website