What is ASAP BW?
ASAP BW is a digital startup program and competition from Gründermotor. As a student or graduate from Baden-Württemberg, you can develop your idea into a business model.
Every half year a new round starts consisting of five challenges in which you can gather knowledge and courage for the realization of your idea. Join free of charge at any time, with any idea and at any early stage. At the end of each round, you also have the chance to apply for our final and present your idea on our virtual stage in front of an expert jury and audience. We look forward to seeing you!
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Your Benefits
Knowledge
In 5 interactive steps you will learn how to transform your idea into
a business model
Network
Get to know other founders, mentors, companies and players from the startup ecosystem.
Certificate
Receive a participation certificate worth 3 ECTS that you can count toward your University degree
Prices
Grab the opportunity to win attractive awards at our Final with up to 1.000€ as well as seats in follow-up support-programs
Promotion
Gain visibility and
and publicity
through our final and our social media channels
What does the program include?
Academy
Step by step guide with methods, tools and tips
for developing your business idea
Videos
Many exciting and helpful explanatory videos and
interviews with founders & experts
Events
Various events with inputs from startups (Founder Talks) and support (Mentorings)
Community
As part of Gründermotor, we connect you with the startup ecosystem in THE LÄND in the best possible way
How can you participate?
Join the Academy for free at any time and work through the five challenges at your own pace.
Dates
International Entrepreneurship Education Summit (IEES)
The International Entrepreneurship Education Summit (IEES) is an interactive conference that unites innovation and entrepreneurship professionals from universities, corporates, and startups from all over the world to share their knowledge and experience. Its focus is on exchanging ideas, inspiring and learning from each other.
Application start: ASAP Final #13
Date: 07.01.2025 The application phase for the 13th ASAP Final, the Campus Competition, starts on 07.01.2025. All information about the application and the ASAP Final can be found on the […]
Application deadline: ASAP Final #13
Date: 07.01.2025 The application phase for the 13th ASAP Final ends on February 1st at 10 am. All information about the application and the ASAP final can be found on […]
ASAP Final #13
Date: 12.12.2025 Location: Online The 13th ASAP BW final will take place, where the best teams from THE LÄND can pitch their ideas. Exciting ideas and the minds behind them […]
Facts & Figures
Participants
Teams
Universities & Colleges
Contact
You have questions or comments?
Write an email to startup@asap-bw.com.
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