On 7 November, 25 innovative science-based start-ups will pitch in Berlin at the Falling Walls #ScienceSummit24, competing for the title of #ScienceBreakthrough of the Year in the Science Start-Ups category. A key element of this competition is the #FallingWallsVenture Advisory Board, comprised of experts in science, business models, and entrepreneurship. The board plays a crucial role in selecting the start-ups that will present at the Science Summit. We are happy to announce the 12 members, featuring five new and seven returning members. 👉 🌍 Dr. Johanna Braun is advising investors, businesses and international organisations on impact investments and sustainability strategy. Her passion lies in leveraging capital and innovative products as a force for good. 👉 Clare Egan (rebuy recommerce GmbH.) leads repair and sustainability initiatives with two decades of experience in finance and strategy in the aviation and consumer electronics industries, advocating for circular business models and innovative waste reduction. 👉 Dr. Lina Hollender (constellr) coaches startups, with certifications as a Systemic Coach and Environmental Manager, affiliations with Think Tank 30 (German Club of Rome), and involvement in DIASCA's Technical Advisory Panel. 👉 Dr. ir. Ana Koller (First Momentum Ventures) focuses on investing in deep tech and climate tech at First Momentum while bridging academia and entrepreneurship through initiatives like Clueless No More. 👉 Stefan Scherer (Helmholtz-Zentrum für Infektionsforschung) specializes in international research collaborations, business development, and innovation in the life and natural sciences with experience in industry and academia, including the implementation of multi-institutional research collaborations and partnerships across North America and Europe. As well as: Matthias Hölling (TECHNOPARK® Zürich), Allison Dring (Made of Air), Sigune Choe (StraightWalk GmbH), PD Dr. Maike Henningsen, MSc (Helios Versorgungszentren GmbH, Vision Health Pioneers Incubator ), Dr. Carsten C. Mahrenholz (COLDPLASMATECH GmbH - Next level woundcare.), Dr. Arndt Schwaiger (entrepreneur, advisor, speaker, and investor), and Ekkehard Franzke (Eudemian Ventures). 🔗 See all members here: https://bit.ly/4efeTc0 Next week, we will announce the finalists of the Falling Walls #GlobalCall24. They are one step closer to the title of Science Breakthrough of the Year in their respective categories!
Excited to take part and contribute to one of my favorite initiatives 😊 Thanks for the opportunity, Falling Walls Foundation
I am looking forward to the event in November and meeting the teams, Falling Walls Foundation 😊
Innovation, Venture and Sustainability Advisor
1moVery much looking forward to being part of this! Congrats to all start-ups and shoutout to Cassi Welling who nominated me.