STARTPLATZ is a startup incubator and accelerator with branches in Cologne and Düsseldorf and functions as a hub for the Rheinland ecosystem and the local founders’ scene.

We offer much more than just coworking: The biggest startup community in NRW including networking events, conference and meeting rooms in an innovative atmosphere, workshops on all kinds of topics, an accelerator program & much more.

On approximately 4.500 square meters in Cologne Mediapark and 2.000 square meters in Düsseldorf’s MedienHafen, an ecosystem was created that offers aspiring startups and innovative companies space for growth, advice & coaching, workshops & events as well as a connection to the large network. 

More than 350 startups have already worked on their businesses, over 150 million euros have been invested in them and more than 170 teams participated in the STARTPLATZ accelerator. In cooperation with partners from the ecosystem, STARTPLATZ also offers companies and medium-sized enterprises various solutions from the startup world to successfully implement and promote digitalisation and innovation processes. Visit www.startplatz.de for more information.

Business Development

Incubators

Venture Capital

STARTPLATZ

The Düsseldorf office focuses on strategic sales, marketing, and management, enhancing client partnerships in the region.

Düsseldorf

STARTPLATZ's headquarters in Köln, Germany

Lorenz Gräf

Alexandra Thelen

Lukas Gräf

This department focuses on developing and executing strategies for brand promotion and communication with the target audience.

Marketing and Communications

This department focuses on managing and optimizing sales processes through the integration of artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure.

Sales and AI Operations

This department focuses on developing and implementing strategic initiatives and programs to drive organizational goals.

Strategy and Programs

This department focuses on managing office operations and event logistics.

Administration Services

This department focuses on identifying growth opportunities, forging partnerships, and driving strategic initiatives to enhance the organization's market presence.

This department provides guidance and resources to new ventures and entrepreneurs.

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Teams

Marketing and Communications

Sales and AI Operations

Strategy and Programs

Administration Services

Business Development

Startup Support

Offices

STARTPLATZ

Org chart

Teams

Marketing and Communications

Sales and AI Operations

Strategy and Programs

Administration Services

Business Development

Startup Support

Offices

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