Many people don’t see them yet – but new global players are emerging in Germany. From robotics to space tech to fusion: this keynote shows why Germany is on the brink of a new phase of innovation.
“The future is not happening somewhere else. It happens here.” – Nick Sohnemann
Rarely has there been so much talk about crisis, standstill and lost competitiveness as there is at the moment. But while this debate is going on, something else is emerging in Germany: A new generation of companies and industries.
From robotics to space tech to fusion, start-ups with global aspirations are emerging – some already with valuations in the billions. Germany is in the midst of a new phase of innovation.
At the after-work meeting, we take a look at innovation expert Nick Sohnemann we take a look at these developments and the question of why Germany could look very different economically in the coming years than it does today.
Afterwards Melanie Wagenfort from Heimatboostshows how startup investments are also made directly in our region and which companies are already part of this network.
An evening about new industries, new business models and the question of how innovation can be is thought globally and made possible regionally.
– A new look at Germany’s innovation landscape: from robotics to space tech to fusion
– The keynote speech “Powerhouse Germany” by Nick Sohnemann about new industries, start-ups and business models with global potential
– Insights into startup investments from the region with Melanie Wagenfort from Heimatboost
– Freshly brewed barista coffee
– Cool drinks & tasty snacks
– Networking with entrepreneurs, marketing and innovation professionals from the region
Topic: Powerhouse Germany – New industries. New champions. A new self-image.
Date: 23.04.2026 | 17:30 – 20.00 h
Location: husare gmbh, Sinninger Straße 44, Emsdetten
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Secure your place and experience a keynote on Germany’s next phase of innovation.
Two perspectives on innovation and entrepreneurship:
A look at new global industries and startup investments directly from the region.
Nick Sohnemann is one of Germany’s best-known innovation and future experts. With his agency FUTURE CANDY he has been supporting companies in the development of new business models and innovations for over ten years.
His clients include numerous DAX 100 companies, for whom he analyzes and translates trends, technologies and new market opportunities.
His conviction: Innovation does not come about through perfect planning, but through curiosity, courage and consistent experimentation.
In his presentations, Nick combines technological developments with concrete entrepreneurial perspectives – and manages not only to inspire his audience, but also to move them to action
Following the keynote speech Melanie WagenfortManaging Director of Heimatboost GmbHwill provide insights into the current work of the investor community.
It shows which start-ups are already part of the network, which companies are currently being invested in and how young companies can apply for funding. She also explains which forms of financing are possible and how Heimatboost brings founders and investors together.
At the end, participants will receive an exclusive offer on how they can become part of the Heimatboost investor community community.
