🎯 What’s the goal?

To connect the WHU startup community with the Düsseldorf founder scene.
We promote networking, diversity, and international exchange between young and experienced entrepreneurs from Germany and worldwide alike.

💥 Pitch Rules:
⏱ 2 minutes per pitch
📣 Verbal only – no slides allowed

👥 Jury:
• WHU Representative
• StartupDorf Senior Executive

🏆 Winner Bonus:
• Spotlight pitch opportunity – present your full deck (if you like, with PPT)
• In-depth feedback and personal recommendations from the jury
• Chance to qualify for the Unicorn Pitch Grand Final

📅 Upcoming Dates & Flow

🗓 11 June 2025 – First Ninja Pitch Competition
→ Winner advances to October Round

🗓 08 October
→ Annual winner qualifies for the Unicorn Pitch Grand Final (if you fulfill all the requirements of Unicorn Pitch as well)

🌐 International audience welcome!
🔗 Focus on networking & exchange for all startup phases

👊 Who can apply?

All startups, at any stage – from idea to seed – are invited to apply.
Whether you’re building your first MVP or already pitching to VCs, this is your playground to test your narrative and make meaningful connections.

The only requirement? Bring your energy and your voice.
Leave your slides at home – you won’t need them here (unless you are sure that you are going to win the pitch 😉)

Apply now