We are one of Europe's leading ecosystems, empowering outstanding tech talent to become visionary leaders and founders. As the driving force behind innovation and economic growth, we have nurtured thousands of tech leaders, supported hundreds of founders, and helped build over 300 startups—including a unicorn.
Rooted in the vision of one of Europe’s top tech entrepreneurs and embedded in the Hasso Plattner Institute, we are dedicated to shaping the next generation of tech founders and innovators.
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Startups founded within our ecosystem from founders with connections to HPI or HPI d-school
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Founders from our ecosystem, i.e. with connections to HPI or the HPI d-school
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Venture capital raised by founders connected to our ecosystem
That’s why we offer a unique, academically rooted startup ecosystem that supports tech talent long before they identify as entrepreneurs. With distinct tracks for students and scientists on one hand, and founders on the other, we provide tailored resources to suit every stage of the journey.
Programs for
You are a tech student or scientists and are interested in tackling real-world challenges, developing problem-solving skills and shaping ideas in a supportive, tech-driven environment? Ready to go even further? Build your first prototypes, master storytelling and pitching, and gain essential skills in business development and market validation.
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Your are a tech entrepreneur and want to turn your validated product or idea into a launch-ready startup? We help you craft your equity story, attract the right investors, and confidently take your startup to market.
At HPI Engine, we foster a vibrant community of tech innovators, entrepreneurs, and mentors dedicated to building impactful startups. Our community includes students, alumni, startup founders, mentors, advisors, venture capitalists, business angels, industry partners, academic collaborators, and more.
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