
Investment Vernissage
An exhibition of opportunities – where startups and investors connect.
Startups have been the DNA of the Waterkant Festival since 2016. We make startups from Northern Europe visible and increase their chances of success through access to capital. Our unique format brings together investment-ready startups primarily from the energy/greentech, AI, open source, ocean/maritime and life sciences (with a deep tech focus) directly with investors - without endless pitches, but with real, value-adding discussions at eye level.
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For startups_
Investment, network, visibility.
Exclusive access to investors_
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Exchange ideas in person with business angels, venture capitalists and investors - in an environment that promotes genuine exchange.
Networking with other startups_
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Take the opportunity to discover exciting collaborations with other innovative start-ups from Northern Europe.
Media presence_
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Take advantage of the event's reach and show the world what you're made of!

“The 'Investment Vernissage' at the Waterkant Festival exceeded our expectations in more ways than one. The innovative format, coupled with exceptional opportunities for interaction and a top-class selection of teams, made it an outstanding event.”
// Dr. Klaas Rackebrandt, CEO Scalania AG

For investors_
Access, insights, trends.
Direct access to founders
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Meet the founders at eye level and dive deep into their visions - without lengthy pitches, but with prepared insights.
Early insights into promising start-ups_
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Gain access to startup data and pitch decks in advance in order to enter into a targeted and efficient exchange on site.
Market insights and trend spotting_
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Identify promising trends at an early stage and gain insights into current developments in various sectors.
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A unique experience_
The Investment Vernissage takes place at an exclusive location with a sea view - a curated event that enables targeted matches and offers space for real conversations. To this end, we cooperate with trustworthy business angels and venture capitalists from Sweden, Schleswig-Holstein, Hamburg and Berlin and connect them with capital-seeking, investment-ready start-ups. In this way, we create a framework in which innovative ideas and capital can come together.
For more information and to register - write to us!