About the
Start Network
we empower students to take the next step in their entrepreneurial journey and are the seeding ground for new success stories.
we empower students to take the next step in their entrepreneurial journey and are the seeding ground for new success stories.
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.
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
1996: Founding of START 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
2020: Launch of the START Fellowship to support global entrepreneurial talent
2024: Founding of START Vienna as the 19th Chapter
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We empower interested students to dive deeper into entrepreneurship and unite them with like-minded peers and a global community.
We want to be the most impactful initiative for entrepreneurial students. We bridge students, startups, and industries to transform Vienna into one of Europe’s leading startup hubs.
We discover the hidden gems of the Vienna startup ecosystem, collaborate closely with you to advance your entrepreneurial journey, and above all, foster a community that feels like home!
We discover innovative and exciting ways to engage with our ecosystem, share the values, vision, and activities of START Vienna, and build strong connections with stakeholders, including students, industry partners, universities, and other initiatives.
Our events serve as the cornerstone of a vibrant community and dynamic network. Through organizing a variety of events, we cater to the diverse interests of our members, offering opportunities to acquire new knowledge, develop skills, and gain experiences that foster growth and drive innovation.
We build and cultivate thriving partnerships that bring together entrepreneurial minds. Our focus is on creating a positive impact for our members, partners, and Vienna's vibrant entrepreneurship ecosystem.
The Finance & Operations department is the backbone of our organization. We make sure our processes run smoothly and that START is set up for long-term success financially, legally and operationally.
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.
