We are proud members of START, the world’s largest student organization dedicated to entrepreneurship. We are thrilled to support the next generation of dreamers, creative thinkers, tech enthusiasts, and innovators.
1996: Founding of the START Network at the University of St. Gallen
2003: Establishment of the first START Chapter in Munich
2013: First START Summit held, rebranding to “START Network,” team expansion from 5 to 40 members
2016: Launch of START Global
2017: Creation of the START Fund to fuel the growth of new projects
2020: Launch of the START Fellowship to support global entrepreneurial talent
2023: Introduction of START Sphere and laying the foundation for future growth
START Summit is Europe’s leading student-run conference for entrepreneurship & technology aiming at becoming the seeding ground for entrepreneurial talent. With over 7000 participants, START Summit unites young brilliant minds, accomplished leaders and visionaries for an intergenerational exchange to provoke new and exciting perspectives and unleashing the innovative potential of entrepreneurial ecosystems. Learn more
Our mission is to unite the new generation of entrepreneurs across the world, building a strong network and providing an environment with unique access to knowledge, resources, and networks to promote the generation and execution of innovative solutions for a better future.
Our vision is to shape the new generation of entrepreneurs, helping them bring their ideas to life and build a better world through innovation - from 0 to 1.
We are happy to connect with students passionate about innovation and entrepreneurship of all backgrounds, as well as partners open to collaboration with driven students and looking for stellar talent in Vienna’s ecosystem.
