ruhrSUMMIT Award
Welcome to the application for the ruhrSUMMIT Award!
The 9 best start-ups will be invited to the final at ruhrSUMMIT on May 28, 2024, and will pitch live in front of a panel of experts. The winners will be chosen directly at the ruhrSUMMIT.
The award is endowed with a total of € 10,000, with the first 3 places being awarded € 5,000, € 3,000 and € 2,000. We would like to thank our generous sponsor Aulinger Rechtsanwälte und Notare for providing the prize money.
How long is the application phase?
From now until April 30, 2024, ambitious start-ups worldwide have the opportunity to apply for the ruhrSUMMIT Award.
What are the conditions of participation?
- Start-up location: Worldwide
- Foundation not older than 3 years
- Existence of a scalable, digital business model
- Proven first customers and sales on the market
What is the procedure?
- Fill out the application form by 30.04.2024.
- A jury of experts will evaluate the pitch decks based on defined evaluation criteria.
- The best 9 teams will be invited to the final.
- ruhrSUMMIT Award takes place at the ruhrSUMMIT on May 28, 2024, in the Jahrhunderthalle, Bochum.
- The 9 Finalists will be pitching in front of a live jury comprised of experts.
- The winners will be announced rigth at the ruhrSUMMIT.