NXTGN - for the Next Generation Mittelstand

"A good network is so important because a network is more than the sum of the individual players. Not everyone can do everything themselves, but needs to know someone who can help."

The right network is priceless. After all, founders are doing many things for the very first time. The right partners help you to learn from past experiences, get new food for thought and open the right doors.''

"As an energy supplier from Baden-Württemberg with more than 10 years of innovation experience, supporting start-ups "in the state" is very important to us. In NXTGN, we have a great partner that connects corporates with startups, strengthens and inspires the startup landscape in Baden-Württemberg."

"NXTGN has become an integral part of Baden-Württemberg - I am part of the ecosystem, broadening my horizons through the initiative's excellent programmes and events and getting to know people from business, politics and science who are passionate about start-ups."

"The close dialogue with other corporate partners, the insights into science and, of course, the direct access to innovative start-ups with exciting developments are very valuable for us. We also always get to know new perspectives and learn from them."

"Successful start-ups are created when the right people with the most promising ideas come together at the right time. Being able to support this motivates me and is fun. And I always learn something new."

"We are partners with NXTGN in order to discover new synergies between innovation managers. The access to the regional innovation ecosystem and the direct exchange with the founders and their developments give us new perspectives."

"The NXTGN network is a real game changer for the academic world! The direct exchange with innovative founders inspires my research and allows it to grow beyond the ivory tower. What's particularly exciting is that our proximity to politics opens up new opportunities to translate scientific findings into concrete policies."

"As a university that places great emphasis on entrepreneurship, we have the ideal partner in NXTGN, which supports us in our work with its large network, organises top-class events and strengthens networking with other universities - that really helps us all move forward."

"A good network is important because it's the only way to 'think outside the box'. And because it can lead to projects that we wouldn't have thought of otherwise, but that still help us move forward."

"Modern technologies, methods and business models are no longer topics from Silicon Valley, but have long since arrived in the centre of THE LÄND. Novatec sees itself as an enabler to support the 'next generation of SMEs' in these areas. A functioning network is crucial for this."

"Like VfB Stuttgart, NXTGN is focussing on young and wild people, striving for innovation and bringing together strong partners for a successful future in our economic region."

"All players in the Baden-Württemberg startup ecosystem are pursuing the same major goal: to produce more successful startups. NXTGN pulls many threads together here and forms the supra-regional network that develops potential through synergies and mutual support and helps us to achieve this goal together."

"This network is an absolute must for any company in "THE LÄND" that wants to increase its innovative strength by collaborating with start-ups."

"A good network is so important, as a lively exchange accelerates start-ups, new business models are created and excellent partnerships are forged. We need this in the Ländle, in Germany and throughout Europe for our future.

"Access to knowledge, the latest technologies and trends strengthens our competitiveness and creates added value for our policyholders, but also supports us in sustainable developments through environmentally friendly and socially responsible solutions."

"Our region is full of potential. NXTGN is the catalyst to realise all that potential!"