Entrepreneurial potential doesn't stay undiscovered for lack of ideas — but for lack of access. We're building the accelerator that creates that access: from entrepreneurial practice, for entrepreneurial practice.
Potential
Entrepreneurial potential goes undiscovered not for lack of ideas – but for lack of access.
Ideas emerge everywhere: in workshops, on farms, in small towns, in second careers. What's missing is access — to capital, knowledge, networks, and to role models who show that starting a company is a real option.
Places
We create access where founding a company is not a given: beyond the metropolitan hubs.
In regions in transition lie the real challenges of our time — affordable energy, sustainable land use, resilient infrastructure, strong communities.
Who builds here
People who know their region — and think long-term instead of quarter by quarter.
Mentors who advise operationally rather than theoretically, because they've built, sold, and failed themselves. Investors who don't just see multiples, but impact.
Approach
Founders Bay was built from entrepreneurial practice, for entrepreneurial practice – and puts entrepreneurship on a new map.
Infrastructure instead of administration. Hands-on, on eye level, where entrepreneurship is needed.
Entrepreneurial potential goes undiscovered not for lack of ideas – but for lack of access.
We create access where founding a company is not a given.
Founders Bay puts entrepreneurship on a new map.
We know the highs and lows. That is why we are not just administrators, but strategic sparring partners. Our team of experienced founders, analysts, and more than 150 mentors works hands-on with you.
Experienced founder and strategic sparring partner for impact startups with a focus on sustainable growth.
Strategist with a passion for building substantial climate and social impact companies.
Technology expert supporting startups with technical execution and scaling.
Operational anchor who keeps everything connected and ensures the program runs smoothly.
Supports startups through every phase of the program and ensures tailored guidance.
Analyzes market potential and helps startups make data-informed decisions.
Builds and develops strategic partnerships with SMEs, corporates, and ecosystem partners.
Our methodology revolves around a founder-centered impact-first process — whether CleanTech, Circular Economy, or Social Business. Participation is free of charge and we take no equity.
Building a startup is faster than ever — AI takes over much of what used to take weeks. What it doesn't replace: a tailored program, warm investor intros, real pilot projects with the German SME sector, and a mentor network that knows your market. That's exactly what we bring together.
Stage
From MVP
Geography
Germany
Focus
Climate & Social Impact
“Founders Bay gave us real access to network, partnerships, and investors last year. The conversations were open, honest, and on eye level.”
Massimo Sabatino
Co-Founder & CFO
“The coaching at Founders Bay was a real gain for us as a team. The one-on-one conversations gave us valuable new impulses, both personally and strategically.”
Ben Schwedhelm
CEO & Co-Founder
“With the help of the accelerator, we were able to really get going and successfully take our first steps in the market. The close exchange with the other teams and mentors was especially valuable.”
Marvin Fink
Founder