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Founder Meet&Greet: In-Person Startup Networking Late Summer Edition!

Thu, Aug 13, 5:00 PM

From Berlin Startup Founder 101

4.4

We are proud to continue this free flow meet & greet session in the Bar of the social hub with guided networking and great people from different angles of the Berlin startup ecosystem! If you have a startup idea or a growing company and you want to expand your network in Berlin, then join us for the in-person 'Founder Meet & Greet' event. At this informal networking event, you can connect with other early-stage entrepreneurs, startup mentors, and advisors from the Founder Institute Berlin network. Socialize over drinks with potential co-founders, advisors, mentors and partners. Most of all, get away from the computer and have fun! ❯ **Your hosts of the day:** * Ferdinand Mühlhäuser (Managing Director @ Founder Institute Germany) * Kai Malkwitz (Impact Director @ Founder Institute Germany) ❯ **Who should Attend?** * Anyone interested in entrepreneurship * Anyone who has a pre-seed tech company or a startup idea * Anyone interested in joining a startup accelerator * Anyone who is looking for a cofounder or would want to join a startup as a cofounder ❯ **What is the Agenda?** * (Guided) Networking, Socializing and Drinks **❯❯ This is a live offline event, to be sure to receive our updates be sure to RSVP at** **[https://fi.co/e/402568/meetup](https://fi.co/e/402568/meetup)!** To join our upcoming Founder Institute program in October 2026, you can apply here: [https://fi.co/Germany](https://fi.co/Germany)**.** For more information about the investors, accelerators, incubators, and [tech events available in Berlin](https://fi.co/events/berlin), see our [list of Startup Resources](https://fi.co/startup-resources). **About Founder Institute** The [Founder Institute](https://fi.co/berlin) is the world’s most proven network to turn ideas into fundable startups, and startups into global businesses. Since 2009, our structured accelerator programs have helped over 9,000 entrepreneurs raise over $1.75BN in funding. Based in Silicon Valley and with chapters across 100 countries, our mission is to empower communities of talented and motivated people to build impactful technology companies worldwide.

45 attendees

build fridays berlin - work on your startup with other builders (bring laptop)

Fri, Jul 31, 2:00 PM

From AI BEAVERS | BERLIN

**MAKE SURE TO REGISTER IN LUMA: https://luma.com/2jdk2zbf** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **the berlin build fridays is back!** open door - come at what time you can. recommend not to miss 7pm intros **what it is:** * an open work session for people building something real * side projects, prototypes, products, startup work, agents, workflows, decks * a room full of people who would rather ship than talk about shipping **who comes:** newcomers, engineers, product people, first-time builders and repeat founders, and anyone who's curious in startup or AI **what happens:** * open door from 4pm to 11pm * come at the time that works for you * 7pm intros so everyone knows who is in the room (30s each) * work time, demos, feedback, and blocker-solving throughout the evening **free.** bring your laptop and come ready to work on something. **one more thing:** we want build fridays berlin to become a real weekly event. if you want to help host it long-term and grow it through beavership (our ambassador programm), come talk to us. more on that here: [https://ai-beavers.com/beavership](https://ai-beavers.com/beavership?utm_source=luma) **big thanks to [miro](https://miro.com/?utm_source=luma) for hosting us!**

3 attendees

Special: Energy Night Berlin - Guided Networking - Founders & Freelancers

Mon, Aug 24, 4:30 PM

From Digital Business Community - International

4.9

Tired of every conversation starting with "So... what do you do?" Say hello to the **Energy Night Berlin :)** An interactive networking experience for founders, freelancers, and creative minds who want to meet people beyond the usual introductions ... not by trying to impress follower #1,347 or by soul-lessly dumping business cards ;) Through guided experiences, we create the **space for conversations to happen differently**. You'll get to know people through different entry points, discover common ground, and let conversations unfold from there. Whether you're looking for collaborators, friends, clients, fresh perspectives, or simply an inspiring evening- this is for you. **Agenda** **18:30** – Doors open **19:00** – START > Guided networking experience **20:15** – Drinks & Chat **20:30** – Shared insights & closing **21:00** – Optional: Open networking Come curious. Leave energised. Any questions? If you have any doubt or question, please contact us via LinkedIn. This helps us keep all communication in one place. Belinda [ https://www.linkedin.com/in/befaust/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/befaust/) See you, Belinda

1 attendee

Founders Running Club :: Berlin

Sat, Jul 25, 7:00 AM

From Founders Running Club :: Berlin

4.9

**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. Every Saturday morning we gather together and run through Tiergarten. Join us in one of these 3 routes: \* **5K** – for new & beginner runners \* **7K** – for regular runners \* **11K** – for more experienced runners **OBS**: We are usually around 30 people, between regulars and newcomers (from here and from Luma), so don't be scared if there are not a lot of people confirmed on the event here. The pace is chill and conversational, around **6:30**. On the 7k and 11k some people like to push a bit more, but no one gets left behind. We finish with a nice coffee and amazing conversations. The vibe is always great. Pets, friends, family, are welcome. More about **FRC**: 🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022 🌍 Now in 50+ cities 📅 Running + Networking events + Community **Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats?utm_source=luma) Berlin Instagram [http://instagram.com/frcberlin](http://instagram.com/frcberlin?utm_source=luma) **Global FRC**: Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/?utm_source=luma) LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/?utm_source=luma) Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC?utm_source=luma) Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/?utm_source=luma)

11 attendees

Monthly Meet Up

Tue, Aug 4, 7:00 AM

From Silicon Allee Events

4.5

A new month means a new moment to pause, connect, and exchange ideas. Join us every first Tuesday of the month for our Monthly Meetup at St Oberholz, Kreuzberg. Whether you’re in the middle of building something new, reflecting on what’s been unfolding, or simply craving good company and meaningful chats, this meetup is for you. Come as you are, bring what’s on your mind, and let the conversations take their own shape. Coffee, community, and that ever-present Silicon Allee energy guaranteed. ☕✨ **Date & Time** Every First Tuesday ⌚️ 9:00 – 11:00 Where? At St. Oberholz Café, Oranienstraße 10-11. Centrally located between Kottbusser Tor ( U1, U3, U8) and Görlitzer Bahnhof ( U1 & U3). To access the event, enter the café through the main entrance found in the Innenhof. Look out for the Silicon Allee poster at the Innenhof and café entrance. THE SPACE As usual, we’ve got the entire St. Oberholz Kreuzberg space to ourselves, perfect for a warm winter gathering! ❄️☕ Whether you're diving into deep chats, catching up with familiar faces, or just staying cozy with a hot drink, there’s plenty of room for you. Feel free to roam: we’ve got standing and seating areas if you’re settling in for longer convos. And if you’re craving some fresh Berlin winter air, the terrace is open too—just bundle up! FREE TO ATTEND! Easy-going flow - there's no agenda. It's all about meeting and connecting with entrepreneurs, tech enthusiasts, investors, business coaches, experts, and folks from the Silicon Allee team. Tech lovers - are you curious about technologies and how we can use them to improve our lives? Lover of tech looking for a job in tech? Things get even more exiting for you if they go deeper into technologies such as AI, Machine Learing, Robots, Sensors, Lasers and everything that could be achived through deep tech? This is the right place for you! Community spirit - we're ready to help navigate your journey in Berlin's tech startup community. Learn about our stratup scene, receive insider tips and engage in hot topics of conversation. There is always someone interesting in the room :) ☕️ St. Oberholz is hosting our community for this event and whoever would like to buy coffee and snacks at the Café is welcome to :) **Who is [Silicon Allee](https://www.siliconallee.com/ "https://www.siliconallee.com/")?** We are Berlin’s innovation network. Since 2011, we’ve been supporting the ecosystem as the city’s first English-language startup news site. Today, we fund and scale high-growth companies like [Vaayu](https://www.vaayu.tech/), [Kittl](https://www.kittl.com/), and [Finmid](https://finmid.com/). In 2023, we joined forces with the [Fraunhofer Heinrich-Hertz Institut](https://www.hhi.fraunhofer.de/) to help deep tech founders turn groundbreaking research into market-ready products. Our unique model supports founders working in AI, Wireless Communications, Photonics, Quantum, and Video/Image Technologies by providing: * World-Class Resources: Access to Fraunhofer’s elite research, patents, and cutting-edge facilities. * Product Development: Hands-on support to refine and build your core technology. * Financial Runway: We hire your core team of three and provide full-time salaries for 12 months. Ready to scale? [Visit our founders page for more info](https://www.siliconallee.com/founders/#program)! By attending this event, you agree to the [Berlin Code of Conduct](https://berlincodeofconduct.org/ "https://berlincodeofconduct.org/") and consent to being photographed for media and promotional purposes. Got any questions, please email events@siliconallee.com

77 attendees

🌸 Women Founders Picnic

Sun, Jul 26, 10:00 AM

From GrowFirma Community

4.5

🌸 **Women Founders Picnic** 🧺☀️ Let's take networking outside. No presentations. No formal agenda. No pressure. Just an afternoon filled with inspiring women, meaningful conversations, good food, and great company. Join us for our very first **Women Founders Picnic**, where we're swapping coffee tables for blankets in the park and creating space to connect on a more personal level. Whether you're building a startup, running a business, freelancing, or simply dreaming about your next big idea, you're welcome to join us. 🍓 Here's how it works: 🥗 Bring your favorite food or snack to share (or just something for yourself!) 🧺 We'll bring the blankets and the community. 🌸 You bring your story. It's completely **FREE** to attend! 📅 **26 July 2026** ⏰ **12:00 – 15:00** 📍 **Mauerpark** Bring a friend, bring a blanket, and most importantly, bring yourself. We can't wait to spend the afternoon with you! 💜 For more information and updates about GrowFirma, check out the link below: [https://linktr.ee/Growfirma](https://linktr.ee/Growfirma)

6 attendees

How to start a Startup:

Fri, Aug 7, 4:00 PM

From FirstFriday curated network

4.7

meet every first Friday of the month\* people from diverse disciplines and cultures to * share food & experiences * get inspired * connect with interesting people **AGENDA** 1\. Boardingtime : 18:00\-18:30 2\. Welcome & Introduction\-Round: 18:30\-19:45 3\. Book of the month: 19:45\-20\.00 tba. Pause 20:00-20:30 3. **Topic of the month:** 20:30-21:30 The Delivery Gap, Brenn Hill The innovation speed in ai is so fast, that companies can't keep up reviewing, testing, securing, validating and deploying it. Brenn Hill will share his experience on how we can bridge the gap. 4\. Discussion\-Round: 21:30\-22:00 \>22:00 finish the wine and network The event is **free of charge**. **No previous registration required**. Just **show up between 18-18:30 with snacks/wine** or a friend. You register at the event by introducing yourself in the intro-round (60 sec p.p.). This is event is public and we take pictures, videos, that will be shared in our **Community-Support-Group in Whatsapp** and on social media. \* (except January since 2017)

25 attendees

Managing Engineers In AI Era

Thu, Aug 6, 4:00 PM

From Google Developer Group Berlin (GDG Berlin)

4.6

AI is changing what engineers build and how managers need to lead. This isn’t a lecture — it’s an interactive session. Bring your real dilemmas (evaluating AI-assisted work, keeping juniors learning, managing trust across differing AI adoption) and dig into them with: 🦸Akif Abasov — Staff Technical Lead, JetBrains 🦸‍♂️Andrey Posnov — Engineering Manager, Super Small groups, open discussions 🍕 Snacks and drinks will be provided 🍪

125 attendees

OKR Leaders Meetup #8 @BASF - From Beginners to Experts - everyone is welcome!

Thu, Aug 6, 4:30 PM

From OKR Leaders Berlin - From Beginners to Experts!

4.6

### ✨ Let the lively discussions continue! ✨ Join us for our **8th OKR Meetup!** 🚀 We’re thrilled to welcome you this time to the **BASF Office**—a space that perfectly sets the stage for innovation, transformation, and meaningful exchange. For this edition, we are tackling a massive, real-world challenge: **How do we move AI from a buzzy trend to a fundamental, daily capability?** OKRs are the perfect vehicle for navigating this kind of uncertainty, but they only work if they bridge the gap between strategy and execution. Instead of just talking about theory, we are doing a **live OKR drafting session**! We are bringing together key BASF stakeholders and leaders to map out practical OKR examples on the spot. ### 🗓️ Agenda * **18:30 – 19:00:** Arrival and Registration * **19:00 – 19:15:** Welcome & Opening Remarks * **19:15 – 20:30:** **Interactive Session: OKRs in Action— Live AI Strategy Drafting with BASF** * **20:30 – 21:30:** Networking & Drinks ### ⏰ Event Details * **Date:** Thursday, August 6th * **Doors Open:** 18:30 * **Location:** BASF Office Storkower Str. 146, 10407 Berlin ### 💡 Important Notes * **Registration:** Please register with your **full name** to ensure a smooth check-in at the door. * **Media:** Photos will be taken during the event for community sharing. * **Our Promise:** 🚫 No sales, no pitches, no hidden agendas. Just honest conversations, shared learnings, and real connection. We can’t wait to see you there! **Vivien & Maxi**

28 attendees

AI Future-Club Projects #3

Thu, Aug 6, 3:30 PM

From Hackers / Founders Berlin

4.7

**A real AI project. A real kitchen. A surprisingly deep rabbit hole.** One of our members built an agentic AI system that creates a digital twin of your kitchen — and this month, they're showing us how. Food Storii tracks what you have, anticipates what you need, and helps you decide what to cook next. Under the hood: agents, real-world data, and all the messy decisions that come with building AI that actually does something useful. We'll see how it works, where it got interesting, and where it got hard. Real project. Real trade-offs. Presentation, Q&A and open discussion. ⏱️ Doors open at 17:30. Demo starts at 18:00. Before you arrive, **sign up for our newsletter** to stay in the loop on session recaps, resources, and upcoming events: [Future-Club](https://future-club.org) Show up ready to contribute. 🔥 See you there! 👋

17 attendees

Sunday Tech Coffee Meetup

Sun, Jul 26, 12:00 PM

From Berlin Software, Tech, Engineering, AI Meetup Group

4.6

Welcome to Sunday Tech Coffee. This is a **networking** event for those in the tech industry in Berlin. We are usually inside and to the right. Ask the barista/bartender if you can't find us.

21 attendees

AI for Non-Techies #3

Tue, Jul 28, 4:00 PM

From Teclead Ventures - AI Community

**Claude Cowork vernetzen — Konnektoren in der Praxis** Cowork läuft auf deinem Rechner — aber Claude kennt weder deinen Kalender noch deine Mails, dein Drive oder euer Notion. Genau das ändern Konnektoren: Sie geben Claude Zugriff auf die Tools, in denen deine Arbeit tatsächlich stattfindet. Aus einzelnen Aufgaben werden Workflows über mehrere Quellen — Wochen-Briefing aus Kalender und Postfach, Recherche über einen ganzen Drive-Ordner, Zusammenfassungen aus euren Team-Docs. Dieser Abend ist die Fortsetzung unseres Cowork-Einstiegs vom Juni und geht eine Ebene tiefer: ein Thema, dafür richtig. Wir zeigen, wie Konnektoren funktionieren, was Claude dabei sieht (und was nicht — inklusive der Datenschutzfrage, die sich jeder stellt), und du richtest im Praxisteil deine ersten Konnektoren ein und baust einen Workflow damit. **Für wen das passt:** * Du hast Cowork bereits installiert — beim letzten Meetup oder selbst — und willst den nächsten Schritt * Du nutzt Claude produktiv und fragst dich, wie du Kalender, Mail, Drive, Notion oder Slack anbindest * Du hast Team-Verantwortung und willst einschätzen, was Konnektoren für Firmendaten bedeuten, bevor dein Team sie nutzt Neu bei Cowork? Dieser Abend setzt ein laufendes Setup voraus. Schreib uns — wir schicken dir die Einstiegsmaterialien vom letzten Event. **Ablauf:** * 18:00 – 18:30 — Ankommen, Getränke, Kennenlernen * 18:30 – 19:00 — Impulsvortrag: Wie Konnektoren funktionieren, Live-Workflow über mehrere Quellen, Datenschutz konkret * 19:00 – 20:30 — Hands-on in kleinen Gruppen: Konnektoren einrichten und einen von vier vorbereiteten Workflows nachbauen — oder deinen eigenen * 20:30 – 21:00 — Pizza und Austausch **Was du konkret mitnimmst:** * Deine ersten Konnektoren, eingerichtet und getestet * Einen funktionierenden Workflow über mindestens zwei Datenquellen * Unser Konnektoren-Cheatsheet: welcher Konnektor wofür, Voraussetzungen, Datenschutz-Einschätzung * Kontakt zu anderen Teilnehmenden aus der Berliner KI-Community **Was du mitbringst:** * Laptop mit installiertem Cowork * Claude-Account mit Pro- oder Max-Plan * Zugang zu mindestens einem Tool, das du anbinden willst (Google-Konto, Notion, Slack o.ä.) — private Accounts funktionieren am reibungslosesten, Firmen-Accounts brauchen teils Admin-Freigabe. Details in der Anmeldebestätigung. **Logistik:** * 28.07. 18:00 – 21:00 Uhr * Teclead Ventures (im Viktoriahof), Köpenicker Straße 126, 10179 Berlin (U-Bahnhof Heinrich-Heine-Straße) * 25 Plätze, kostenlos, Verpflegung inklusive Über uns: Teclead Ventures begleitet KMU beim strukturierten Einstieg in KI — von AI Literacy Workshops über Entwickler-Enablement bis zur Implementierung von Automation und Agents. „AI for Non-Techies" ist unsere monatliche Meetup-Reihe in Berlin.

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Founder Meet&Greet: In-Person Startup Networking Late Summer Edition!

build fridays berlin - work on your startup with other builders (bring laptop)