Individual projects deliver results — a partnership delivers belonging. As a STARTPLATZ partner you have a lasting presence where NRW’s startups, tech talent and AI experts come together: for co-innovation, new customers, recruiting and the edge that comes from early insights.
Presence in NRW’s largest startup community — with over 1,500 innovative teams.
Win new B2B customers and talent across the entire ecosystem.
Early contact with startups and technology trends — before the market knows them.
Different entry points, one principle: you’re not a spectator, you’re part of the network. In a personal conversation we develop the model that fits your goals.
Many companies lose touch with the innovation scene — and only notice when it’s too late. As a Community Partner you position yourself with lasting visibility in NRW’s largest startup ecosystem.
Our state-funded AI accelerator supports 10 growth startups per batch — 4 intensive months. As a partner, you get real access to the dealflow — in three tiers:
At Rheinland Pitch, founders, investors and the companies that take innovation seriously come together. As a partner you’re not just visible — you have a seat at the table.
At the STARTPLATZ AI Hackathons, developers, startups and companies build real AI solutions in a short time. As a partner you’re not a bystander, you’re part of the workbench.
Classic advertising doesn’t reach startups, founders or tech talent — but they’re exactly tomorrow’s target group. Our events bring together the people who drive NRW’s innovation and AI scene. As a sponsor, you’re not just visible: you’re part of it.
NRW’s largest pitch stage — from the pre-pitch to the grand final with hundreds of guests from the startup scene, business and investment.
Our AI hackathons bring developers, startups and companies together to build real AI solutions in a short time — as a sponsor you’re right in the middle, not just a logo. More about the hackathons →
The regular AI formats — where NRW’s AI community builds, learns and connects.
The event for female founders and women leaders in the Rhineland — visibility with attitude.
From networking evenings to expert meetups: 250+ events a year — we find the format that fits your brand.
As a partner or sponsor you’re automatically part of the program: if you need expertise beyond our own offering in all AI and innovation matters, we connect you with vetted experts and partners from our network.
How the program works →In a consultation we find out together — no obligation, and as equals.