Attention retailers, investors, and Startups! The Austrian Retail Association (Handelsverband) and Austria Wirtschaftsservice (aws) are seeking the most exciting retail ideas from across Europe.
In collaboration with Austria Wirtschaftsservice, invest austria, BILLA, EY, Female Factor, Austrian Startups and our long-standing media partner Trending Topics, we are delighted to invite you to the sixth edition of the "European Retail Startup Night" in Vienna.
This evening event will particularly highlight innovative Austrian and European startups with a retail focus. Whether it's food, near-food, or non-food products, all ideas are welcome.
Our goal is to connect promising retail startups with domestic retail companies and investors as well as to promote future-oriented innovations and technologies in the retail sector.
In an era where technologies and markets are evolving faster than companies can keep up, it is crucial to stay engaged with customers and anticipate future tech trends. The European Retail Startup Night provides a platform for direct exchange in the heart of Europe, specifically designed for startups, retailers, technology providers, and investors.
At the sixth European Retail Startup Night, we will showcase Austrian startups and omnichannel best practices from across Europe. We will also discuss promising cooperation models between young companies and established retailers.
Prior to the event, a distinguished jury will select 6 startups to pitch live on stage at JO&JOE at IKEA Westbahnhof Vienna on October 24, 2024, in front of the 4 jurors.
On this evening, the prestigious Startup Award will be presented to three startups (1st place, 2nd place, and 3rd place). Following the event, there will be extensive media coverage. Additionally, the startups will have the opportunity to win the following:
1st Place:
2 Skinnovation Tickets
10-hour consulting package from EY, customizable to specific needs
1 annual ticket of the Austrian retail association (Handelsverband) for Vienna & Gmunden
2nd Place:
1 Skinnovation Ticket (sponsored by aws)
1 annual ticket of the Austrian retail association (Handelsverband) for Vienna
3rd Place:
1 annual ticket of the Austrian retail association (Handelsverband) for Vienna
In addition to the startup pitches, the evening will offer opportunities for matchmaking, a high-profile panel discussion, and an exciting keynote speech.
