Next Commerce Accelerator (NCA)

📣 Job Alert: Investment Analyst @ NCA in Hamburg! (m/w/d) Are you passionate about identifying the next big thing in startups? NCA is looking for an enthusiastic Investment Analyst (m/w/d) to join our team in Hamburg, Germany. 👀 As a Early Stage Venture Capital Fund and Startup Accelerator, we help startups transition from problem-solution fit to product-market fit, offering comprehensive support and strategic advantages. 🎯 In this role, you'll: 📈 Identify and analyze investment opportunities 📊 Develop deep-rooted market knowledge 🤝 Support the best founders from the start of their ventures NCA in a Nutshell: NCA collaborates with 25 leading companies to support innovative startups and is ranked among the top 1% of Startup Hubs in Europe by the Financial Times. Endless Benefits and Opportunities: ✅ Steep learning curve in the VC market 📈 ✅ Direct engagement with the startup ecosystem 🤝 ✅ Flexible and modern work environment 🏢 ✅ Access to over 9500 fitness facilities across Europe 🏋️ ✅ Employee benefits from our portfolio startups 🎁 Ready to make an impact? Apply now through our DMs or our website and help shape the future of innovative businesses with us! 👇👇👇 PS: If you know someone who might be a great fit, please share this job opportunity! 🙌 #NCA #StartupHub #ncafamily #Hamburg #VentureCapital #InvestmentAnalyst #JobAlert #JoinUs #StartupCommunity #CareerOpportunity #Stellenangebote

Vinlivt, fleksa and VAARHAFT made it to the longlist of the prestigious Fintech Germany Award 2024! 🎉 The jury, composed of over 20 seasoned experts, has reviewed and selected more than 100 promising startups for this year's award, demonstrating the resilience and dynamism of the sector. The award is a benchmark for success, and being longlisted is a testament to Vinlivt, Fleksa and Vaarhaft potential to drive significant impact in the industry. 📢 Want to know who else made the cut? Explore the entire longlist here: https://lnkd.in/d5Q24DRj #StartupSuccess #FintechGermanyAward #NCAfamily #NCA #InnovateNow #FutureOfFintech #EntrepreneurLife #IndustryLeaders #StartupJourney #TechInnovation #BusinessGrowth

heynanny has just launched a brand-new website! 🎉 Heynanny is not only dedicated to providing exceptional Child Care services, but they’ve expanded their support to include Elder Care and Self Care (Mental Health) as well. This means comprehensive care solutions for employees, covering everything from flexible child care during odd hours and shift times to full-time elder care and daily assistance. Their platform now includes a Child Care Facility Finder, holiday programs, and one-on-one social pedagogical consultations on topics such as pregnancy, returning to work, and elder care support. Additionally, heynanny offers resources for everyone focusing on health and self-care, from preventive measures for mental health to professional support during life crises. 👉 Check out their new website (www.heynanny.com) and see all the fantastic services they offer! We’re proud to have them as part of the NCA family. #Heynanny #ChildCare #ElderCare #MentalHealth #WorkLifeBalance #NCA #NCAFamily #Innovation #EmployeeSupport

deutsche-startups.de is highlighting fresh FinTech startups making waves, including HelloBonnie! 👀 Founded by Maximilian Roskosch and Niklas Klein in Hamburg, HelloBonnie is on a mission to revolutionize employee benefits. Their vision? "Make your team happy and create a personalized benefits package that truly inspires." HelloBonnie offers a unique platform that benefits everyone involved. Companies can offer customizable benefits, leverage tax advantages, and gain an edge in the competition for top talent. Employees get to choose exciting benefits tailored to their personal preferences and needs, enjoying monthly flexibility with HelloBonnie. 👉 Follow HelloBonnie to stay updated on the latest innovations shaping the future of work! We are happy to have them as part of the NCA family! #HelloBonnie #FinTech #NCA #NCAFamily #EmployeeBenefits #StartupRadar #Innovation #FutureOfWork

🎓At the Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg (HAW Hamburg), practical teaching and research take center stage. Our Investment Associate, Carl Illies, recently had the opportunity to present at the "Academic Research & Writing" course with a focus on Venture Capital. His insightful presentation, "How do VCs Analyze Startups," delved into the critical factors that venture capitalists consider when evaluating startups, from market analysis to assessing founding teams and technological innovations. 🚀 Carl's expertise not only enriches the academic environment but also provides valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs and investors looking to understand the dynamics of venture capital. 👉Stay tuned for more exciting insights from the NCA team! #HAWHamburg #VentureCapital #StartupAnalysis #NCA #Innovation #Entrepreneurship

Ready to conquer Europe’s most important stage for startups and kickstart your success story? NCA is proud to be a Pitch Ambassador Partner. 🌟 Apply now to pitch your startup at Bits & Pretzels through our link: https://rebrand.ly/EPC_NCA 🚀 Join 5,000 highly relevant attendees, including 1,500 VCs and business angels, at the biggest stage for startups. Showcase your company and gain unparalleled exposure. Expert-led pitch training sessions will prepare you to deliver an awesome pitch. Compete with the best startups from over 30 European countries and stand a chance to become the European Pitch Contest champion. 👉 Eligibility criteria include having an MVP or existing product, being founded in 2019 or later, having fewer than 100 employees, and having raised less than €15 million in cumulative equity funding (not exceeding Series A). Are you ready to get to the top? Apply until 7th of July through our link and turn your vision into reality. Keeping our fingers crossed! 🤞 Please make sure to use our Pitch Ambassador Link: https://rebrand.ly/EPC_NCA #BitsAndPretzels #StartupSuccess #PitchYourStartup #NCA #NCAFamily #Innovation #Entrepreneurship

🏆 We're thrilled to announce that one of our portfolio companies, Valoon, has been recognized at the Karlsruher Institut für Technologie (KIT) Neuland Gründungspitch! Their innovative solution bridges the gap between remote workforces and office-based project leads, all while complying with European data protection regulations. Valoon's groundbreaking idea has major applications in real estate, the building industry, maintenance, hospitality, trade, and office management. Congratulations to the Valoon team on this well-deserved achievement! 🚀 #Innovation #startup #DataProtection

This week, we had the honor of hosting the Mayor of Global Financial City Osaka（国際金融都市OSAKA）with his delegation, celebrating 35 years of friendship between Hamburg and Osaka. 🌏🎉 During the visit, we gained valuable insights into Osaka's efforts to become Japan's Financial Capital and how they support startups in achieving this goal. We had the privilege of presenting NCA and hearing inspiring presentations from Anne Patzer of VAARHAFT and Maximilian Schumacher of DealCircle. Our discussions highlighted the challenges both Hamburg and Osaka face in positioning themselves as attractive locations for fintechs, business development measures, and establishing robust networks. Despite not being the top-ranked financial centers nationally, both cities share a strong and diverse economic structure. With initiatives like Global Financial City Osaka and Hamburg's Masterplan Finanzwirtschaft, both cities are working towards a sustainable financial future. 🚀 It was a great pleasure and an honor to be part of this exchange, and we look forward to continuing our collaboration! 📸 In the photo from left to right: Anne Patzer (VAARHAFT), Maximilian Schumacher (geb. Fleming) (DealCircle), Christoph Schepan (NCA), Mr. Hideyuki Yokoyama (Mayor of Osaka), Mr. Keiji Okamoto (Director General, Economic Strategy Bureau, Osaka City Government), Axel Hoops, LL.M. (Hamburg Chamber of Commerce), Thorsten Wittmuetz (NCA). Senatskanzlei Hamburg, Handelskammer Hamburg, Hammerbrooklyn.DigitalCampus, Ricarda Rattay, Timm Rohweder, Thorsten Wittmuetz, Next Commerce Accelerator (NCA), DealCircle, VAARHAFT #StartupEcosystem #Innovation

🌟 We love meeting our startups and corporate partners in person for the kick-off of our program. Last week, we conducted two Product Field Workshops with VAARHAFT and recoupling at our office in Hamburg. 🚀 The workshop is crucial at the beginning of our six-month acceleration programme to: 🔍 Reduce complexity 📚 Agree on a common vocabulary 📌 Prioritize topics 🎯 Derive goals Typically, the first two hours are spent filling out the Product Field Map (📸 photo included). For each field, we allocate five minutes to write sticky notes which are then added to the map. Afterwards, we split into two groups, each group tackling one half of the map to prioritize and reduce the sticky notes until only three remain in each field. We then swap sides and discuss any unclear priorities. 🤝 In the second part of the workshop, we always aim to invite suitable corporate partners or external experts to share their insights. This helps us avoid getting lost in the details and instead gain a comprehensive understanding of the market. 🌐 A big thank you to everyone who joined our workshop! 🙏

We've had a week full of exciting events! ⭐ Carl Illies and Levke Salander embarked on an insightful journey at the Waterkant Festival in Kiel, diving deep into discussions about what VCs seek in early-stage startups. From seafront stages to innovative exhibits, it was an inspiring dive into Society, Start-up, Tech, Science, and Art. Connecting with founders and offering fundraising tips made this trip unforgettable! Meanwhile, our head honcho Thorsten Wittmuetz represented NCA at HTGF’s Family Day, held in Berlin for the first time. The conference was incredibly inspiring, especially the discussions on our signature discipline, Venture Clienting, and connecting corporates with startups. Once again, we were reassured that we are leading the pack in open innovation and enabling further fundraising through external R&D budgets. 🚀 But that wasn't enough – we had one more exciting event! Our Investment Team Lead Carl dove into Bielefeld's vibrant startup scene at Founders Foundation's Hinterland of Things summit. The caliber of speakers, corporates, and startups was truly impressive. We connected with the brightest early-stage teams and had insightful conversations. A big thanks to neoteq ventures and Cusp Capital for hosting us at the Pre-Dinner. It was fantastic reconnecting with familiar faces like our former crew member Quentin! All these events were a rewarding experience at the intersection of innovation and entrepreneurship. New connections were made, and old ones were cherished. #WaterkantFestival #StartupCommunity #Innovation #Networking