Advanced Academy & Investors Lounge
This day is not your typical investor gathering.This event is organized as part of the Startupmark initiative by Steirischen Wirtschaftsförderung SFG in cooperation with invest.austria, the Carinthian Venture Fonds (CVF), and the Business Angels of Slovenia. Together, we’re hosting a one-of-a-kind experience that goes beyond borders, beyond business cards and straight to the heart of meaningful collaboration.
We’re gathering not only neighbors, but partners in innovation, co-creators of change and forward-thinkers with a shared ambition: to shape the future of investment in a region rich in potential.
The event consists of two parts:
Advanced Academy (10:00–18:00)
A deep-dive format designed for experienced and aspiring investors looking to sharpen their strategies and expand their knowledge.
Portfolio Management & Exit Strategies with Hansi Hansmann
What does it take to build a portfolio of 50+ startups and exit some of Europe’s biggest success stories? In this exclusive workshop, legendary business angel Hansi Hansmann opens his playbook. Expect real talk, sharp lessons and practical strategies for navigating exits in today’s market. Whether you’re scaling your portfolio or just getting started, this is your chance to learn from the best.
DeepTech Investments with Nina Dremelj
Ready to dive into the world of STEM and DeepTech? This session guides you through the high-potential, high-complexity landscape of DeepTech investing with a focus on intellectual property, tech transfer and university partnerships. Nina brings you the strategies that turn lab breakthroughs into billion-dollar ventures.
Wine Tasting & Vineyard Walk
Explore sparkling wines, enjoy the view and connect on a deeper level, glass in hand, conversation flowing.
➡️ Register for the Advanced Academy
Investors Lounge (18:00–22:00)
An evening of networking, exchange and wine tasting with fellow investors and founders from Austria and Slovenia.
➡️ Register for the Investors Lounge
Set in a picturesque wine region where nature grows not only award-winning grapes, but also bold ideas and brave minds, this day is crafted to nourish both intellect and connection.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at events@invest-austria.com.
10:00 - 22:00
Flamberg 46, 8505 Sankt Nikolai im Sausal
This event is organized as part of the Startupmark initiative by Steirischen Wirtschaftsförderung SFG in cooperation with invest.austria, the Carinthian Venture Fonds (CVF), and the Business Angels of Slovenia. Together, we’re hosting a one-of-a-kind experience that goes beyond borders, beyond business cards and straight to the heart of meaningful collaboration.
We’re gathering not only neighbors, but partners in innovation, co-creators of change and forward-thinkers with a shared ambition: to shape the future of investment in a region rich in potential.
The event consists of two parts:
Advanced Academy (10:00–18:00)
A deep-dive format designed for experienced and aspiring investors looking to sharpen their strategies and expand their knowledge.
Portfolio Management & Exit Strategies with Hansi Hansmann
What does it take to build a portfolio of 50+ startups and exit some of Europe’s biggest success stories? In this exclusive workshop, legendary business angel Hansi Hansmann opens his playbook. Expect real talk, sharp lessons and practical strategies for navigating exits in today’s market. Whether you’re scaling your portfolio or just getting started, this is your chance to learn from the best.
DeepTech Investments with Nina Dremelj
Ready to dive into the world of STEM and DeepTech? This session guides you through the high-potential, high-complexity landscape of DeepTech investing with a focus on intellectual property, tech transfer and university partnerships. Nina brings you the strategies that turn lab breakthroughs into billion-dollar ventures.
Wine Tasting & Vineyard Walk
Explore sparkling wines, enjoy the view and connect on a deeper level, glass in hand, conversation flowing.
➡️ Register for the Advanced Academy
Investors Lounge (18:00–22:00)
An evening of networking, exchange and wine tasting with fellow investors and founders from Austria and Slovenia.
➡️ Register for the Investors Lounge
Set in a picturesque wine region where nature grows not only award-winning grapes, but also bold ideas and brave minds, this day is crafted to nourish both intellect and connection.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at events@invest-austria.com.