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RISE: Networking evening “RISE meets Bayreuth StartUp Meetup”
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We, the Regional Institute for Start-ups & Entrepreneurship (RISE) and the Digital Startup Initiative Upper Palatinate (DGO), are pleased to invite you to the first networking evening together with the Bayreuth Startup Meetup.
we, the Regional Institute for Startups & Entrepreneurship (RISE) and the Digital Startup Initiative Upper Palatinate (DGO), are pleased to invite you to the first networking evening together with the Bayreuth Startup Meetup.
When? Monday, February 23, 2026, 6 to 8 p.m.
Where? Orange Lounge, OTH Amberg-Weiden (Hetzenrichter Weg 15, 92637 Weiden)
Who? Anyone who is working on a start-up, has an idea, or simply wants to get in touch with others who are building something.
This is a casual networking evening in the style of a regulars' table, designed to broaden horizons and learn about what is happening in other exciting regions of Bavaria. We want to create a more open space where people can meet, exchange ideas, and support each other.
No registration is necessary. The event will take place in English.
Further information from the start-up support:
- For students, university employees, and alumni whose ideas are still in the early stages or who are generally interested in the topic of founding a company, we are once again offering a virtual initial consultation this week on Thursdays between 1 and 2 p.m. Simply visit this link.
If you have any further questions about start-up support at OTH Amberg-Weiden, please contact the operational manager of the Regional Institute for Start-ups and Entrepreneurship (RISE, https://www.oth-aw.de/rise), Dr. Bastian Vergnon, at b.vergnon
@oth-aw.de or +49 (961) 382-1915.RISE: Phase 2 of the Northern Bavaria Business Plan Competition
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Would you like individual expert feedback on your business idea from successful entrepreneurs and investors?
would you like individual expert feedback on your business idea from successful entrepreneurs and investors? Would you like to raise the profile of your start-up or make your idea more visible? Then take part in Phase 2 of the Northern Bavaria Business Plan Competition!
When? The application deadline is March 24, 2026.
Where? Register via the BayStartUP website.
Who? Anyone who can describe their business idea and the customer benefits of their product or solution, as well as its marketing and distribution.
After registering on the website, you can take part in free business planning tutorials from BayStartUP to prepare. A 7-page business outline focusing on the idea and customer benefits is sufficient for the competition.
The Business Plan Competition Northern Bavaria will award this:- Feedback from a renowned jury of experts, including serial founders, business angels, VCs & Co.
- Prize money totaling € 85,000
- Visibility in the BayStartUP network and in the public eye
- Online tutorials, (free) coaching sessions
- Exclusive events and access to the investor network
If you have any questions or need help with your application, please feel free to contact the Regional Institute for Start-ups and Entrepreneurship.
Further information from the start-up support:
- For students, university employees, and alumni whose ideas are still in the early stages or who are generally interested in the topic of founding a company, we are once again offering a virtual initial consultation this week on Thursdays between 1 and 2 p.m. Simply visit this link.
If you have any further questions about start-up support at OTH Amberg-Weiden, please contact the operational manager of the Regional Institute for Start-ups and Entrepreneurship (RISE, https://www.oth-aw.de/rise), Dr. Bastian Vergnon, at b.vergnon
@oth-aw.de or +49 (961) 382-1915.RISE: ideas competition “opf.rocks – Your Upper Palatinate. Your idea.”
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With the new ideas competition “opf.rocks – Your Upper Palatinate. Your idea.”, Oberpfalz Marketing e.V. wants to put the spotlight on the creative, engaged and innovative people of the Upper Palatinate.
When? The application phase runs until February 23, 2026.
Where? The entry form and all information about the competition can be found on this page.
Who? Anyone with ideas that promote business, society, culture, sustainability, education, or quality of life in the Upper Palatinate.
Both new ideas and ongoing projects can be submitted – from companies as well as from private or voluntary sectors.
The best ideas will be awarded in six categories, receiving €1,000 in prize money, an opf.rocks trophy, and media visibility via the communication channels of Oberpfalz Marketing e.V. In addition, the finalists will be presented to the public at the big opf.camp on April 24 and 25 in Regensburg.
Particularly inspiring contributions will also be featured in the opf.cast podcast series and the opf.stories portrait series.
Anyone who would like to apply for their start-up project is welcome to contact us at the Regional Institute for Start-ups and Entrepreneurship. We are happy to assist with the application process.
Further information from the start-up support:
- For students, university employees and alumni whose ideas are still in the early stages or who are generally interested in the topic of founding a company, we are once again offering a virtual initial consultation this week on Thursdays between 1 and 2 p.m. Simply visit this link.
If you have any further questions about start-up support at OTH Amberg-Weiden, please contact the operational manager of the Regional Institute for Start-ups and Entrepreneurship (RISE, https://www.oth-aw.de/rise), Dr. Bastian Vergnon, at b.vergnon
@oth-aw.de or +49 (961) 382-1915.