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CASHWALK
for
Startups

Secure your next investment
at our exclusive pitch event.

Cashwalk: Where startups thrive and secure investment

Cashwalk is an exclusive pitch event where we connect handpicked startups with an audience of 30 top investors. For years, Cashwalk has offered more than just pitching; it includes personalized 1-on-1 meetings, providing opportunities to network and build relationships with potential backers.

Listen to Eleni to learn more about Cashwalk

Cashwalk: Where startups thrive and secure investment

Cashwalk is an exclusive pitch event where we connect handpicked startups with an audience of 30 top investors.

For years, Cashwalk has offered more than just pitching; it includes personalized 1-on-1 meetings, providing opportunities to network and build relationships with potential backers.

Some of our Cashwalk premium investors

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How to pitch at Cashwalk

The event focusses on seed – series A startups. 

Here’s your chance to demonstrate why you’re a standout investment opportunity. Beyond your passion as a founder, you’ll need the following:

A market-ready
product

A plan for using the funds

Your pitch
deck

Meet your
next investor

1

Application

Complete the form and upload your pitch deck.

2

Selection

Your application is carefully reviewed.

3

Interview

Present a one-minute pitch and show your readiness in an interview.

4

Pitch on stage

Once selected, make your startup shine in front of investors!

Pitch, Network, and Secure Your Investment

Elevate your startup - connect with top investors and unlock your growth potential.

Testimonials

Startup

Startup

Investor

Our Cashwalk Jury Members

Top Investors, VCs, Industry Experts and Entrepreneurs.

David Fischer Jury startup
David Fischer

HV Capital

Philippe Klitzing
Philippe Klitzing

Peak

Sophie Ahrens Gruber Jury startup
Sophie Ahrens-Gruber

Acton Capital

Julian von Fischer Jury startup
Julian von Fischer

42 CAP

Johannis Hatt Jury startup
Johannis Hatt

JVH Ventures

Gregor Unger jury startup
Gregor Unger

caesar.

Tilmann Petersen jury startup
Tilmann Petersen

HTGF

Katja Ruhnke jury startup
Katja Ruhnke

CK Impact Capital

Christian Meidl jury startup
Christian Meidl

SevenAccelerator

Matthias Wolf jury startup
Matthias Wolf

Bayern Kapital

Johannes Dierkes jury startup
Johannes Dierkes

HTGF

Ion Hauer startup
Ion Hauer

Apex Ventures

Julian Klaiber jury startup
Julian Klaiber

GET Fund

Marc Werner jury startup
Marc Werner

Wessel Management

Matthias Buchinger jury startup
Matthias Buchinger

Bayern Kapital

Helena Turck jury startup
Helena Turck

Plug and Play

Dörte Hirschberg
Dörte Hirschberg

Climentum Capital

Christian Schad startup
Christian Schad

Planet A

Maximilian Zoller
Maximilian Zoller

HV Capital

Luis Sperr
Luis Sperr

Kopa Ventures

Gabriele Poteliunaite startup
Gabrielė Poteliūnaitė

HEARTFELT_

Isabelle Thierfelder
Isabelle Thierfelder

seed+speed

David An
David An 

Dracoon Ventures

Martin Möllmann
Martin Möllmann

HTGF

Johanna Junkermann
Johanna Junkermann

b2venture

Jean Pascal Duvieusart startup
Jean-Pascal Duvieusart

BDpartners

Pauline Paeschke startup
Pauline Paeschke

Seven Accelerator

Lucas Merle
Lucas Merle

eCAPITAL

Jonas Sommer startup
Jonas Sommer

DTCF

Kevin Heidrich
Kevin Heidrich

Coparion

Barbod Namini HV Capital Partner startup
Barbod Namini

HV Capital

bernhard gold startup
Bernhard Gold

Fiege Logistics

Carla Schell startup
Carla Schell

Auxxo Female Catalyst Fund

gregor unger startup
Gregor Unger

Caesar Ventures Management GmbH

ion hauer startup
Ion Hauer

APEX Ventures GmbH

Jessica Lieber startup
Jessica Lieber

10x Founders

Johannis Hatt startup
Johannis Hatt

JVH Ventures GmbH

Lorenzo De Angeli startup
Lorenzo De Angeli

Matterwave Ventures

Martha Smets startup
Martha Smets

Life Science Valley Wachstumsfonds

Mascha bonk startup
Mascha Bonk

Ananda Impact Ventures

matthias wolf startup
Matthias Wolf

Bayern Kapital GmbH

Mattias Buchinger Bayern Kapital startup
Matthias Buchinger

Bayern Kapital GmbH

Paul Kurz startup
Paul Kurz

YZR Capital GmbH

Philipp Rehsmann startup
Philipp Rehsmann

Alstin II GmbH

Philippe Klitzing
Philippe Klitzing

Peak

startup
Alexander Birk

coparion GmbH & Co. KG

square Laura Bonomini startup
Laura Bonomini

Wayra Germany GmbH

StephanRauscher startup
Stephan Rauscher

Earlybird

Blog & Benefits
  • Check how other startups scaled their business with Start2
  • Read about their success stories
  • Find out how you can profit from our benefit partners

More than 75 benefit partners offer amazing conditions and rebates for our startups to a wide range of services and products. Profit from Premium Terms.

From Singapore to Germany: How Polymerize is Driving Sustainable R&D in Chemicals

  • €10,000 cloud hosting credits for startups
  • €100,000 for scale-ups
  • personal suppport to help you need.

Start2raise: Kick-Off of the new cohort 

UPGRADE YOUR PERFORMANCE

Our participating startups profit from EXCLUSIVE CONDITIONS and %% from our selected BENEFIT PARTNERS.

Profit from their unique startup support.

Baker Tilly offers expert legal, tax and accounting services for start-ups and scale-ups, from foundation to exitall from a single source. Partner with us to navigate challenges and drive growth. 

Excited to announce that Master Accelerator is now the iconic Start2raise Program. Get investor-ready and raise your first or follow up round. Apply early as seats are limited!

How Startups Can Thrive Developing Sovereign AI

Build your customer acquisition foundation today with up to 75% off HubSpot’s marketing and sales software and start generating leads and closing deals!

Feeling lost in the social security jungle?

  • Benefit from free consulting sessions.
  • High-growth startups can join the LevelUp program that helps create structures for healthy working in large teams including 50.000 € funding and individual support and coaching

8 Essential Practices for Global Startups Scaling in India from a Corporate Perspective

JULY 24, 2025

CASHWALK
for
Startups

Secure your next funding
at our exclusive pitch event.

JULY 24, 2025

CASHWALK
for
Startups

Secure your next funding
at our exclusive pitch event.

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Cashwalk: Where startups thrive and secure investment

Cashwalk is an exclusive pitch event where we connect handpicked startups with an audience of 30 top investors. For years, Cashwalk has offered more than just pitching; it includes personalized 1-on-1 meetings, providing opportunities to network and build relationships with potential backers.

Listen to Eleni to learn more about Cashwalk

The Fastest Route to Funding

Cashwalk is the final ascent on your funding journey.

Designed for startups ready to scale, Cashwalk is an exclusive pitch event that connects handpicked, high-potential founders with an audience of 30+ leading investors.

Cashwalk ensures that every startup meets investors who truly understand their industry and are actively seeking opportunities in that space. This means no time wasted and the chance to meet the right people – investors who are aligned with your vision.

This carefully curated event is designed for maximum impact and efficiency: with concise, focused sessions and 1:1 meetings, you can forge real investor relationships, and be sure every conversation is high-impact.

Join Cashwalk – make every moment count and meet the right investors.

Summer Edition Verticals
Are you the right fit?

Icon_Aerospace

Aerospace and Dual Use

Advanced technologies for aviation, space, and defense, serving both commercial and military applications.

Icon_Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity

Protecting digital systems, networks, and data from cyber threats through encryption, threat detection, and risk management.

Icon_Industry_4-0

Industry 4.0

Smart manufacturing powered by AI, IoT, robotics, and automation, driving efficiency, innovation, and digital transformation.

Minute
pitches
0
Startups
per event
0
Investors
per event
0
1-on-1s in
one afternoon
0 +
Participating Startups closed an investment round in the last 2 years​
0 +
Average funding received by participating startups​
0 m

Are you ready?

The event focuses on seed – series A startups. 

Cashwalk is your chance to demonstrate why you’re a standout investment opportunity. Beyond your passion as a founder, you’ll need the following:

A market-ready
product

A plan for using the funds

Your pitch
deck

The application process

1

Application

Complete the form and upload your pitch deck.

2

Selection

Your application is carefully reviewed.

3

Interview

Present a one-minute pitch and show your readiness in an interview.

4

Pitch on stage

Once selected, make your startup shine in front of investors!

Pitch, Network, and Secure Your Funding

Elevate your startup - connect with top investors and unlock your growth potential.

When

July 24, 2025

Application deadline: June 26, 2025

Location

Munich

Start2 Office

Startup Stage

Seed – Series A

Verticals

Aerospace and Dual Use 

Cybersecurity 

Industry 4.0

What Cashwalk Participants Think

Startup

Startup

Investor

Previous Jury Members

Top Investors, VCs, Industry Experts and Entrepreneurs

David Fischer Jury startup
David Fischer

HV Capital

Philippe Klitzing
Philippe Klitzing

Peak

Sophie Ahrens Gruber Jury startup
Sophie Ahrens-Gruber

Acton Capital

Julian von Fischer Jury startup
Julian von Fischer

42 CAP

Johannis Hatt Jury startup
Johannis Hatt

JVH Ventures

Gregor Unger jury startup
Gregor Unger

caesar.

Tilmann Petersen jury startup
Tilmann Petersen

HTGF

Katja Ruhnke jury startup
Katja Ruhnke

CK Impact Capital

Christian Meidl jury startup
Christian Meidl

SevenAccelerator

Matthias Wolf jury startup
Matthias Wolf

Bayern Kapital

Johannes Dierkes jury startup
Johannes Dierkes

HTGF

Ion Hauer startup
Ion Hauer

Apex Ventures

Julian Klaiber jury startup
Julian Klaiber

GET Fund

Marc Werner jury startup
Marc Werner

Wessel Management

Matthias Buchinger jury startup
Matthias Buchinger

Bayern Kapital

Helena Turck jury startup
Helena Turck

Plug and Play

Dörte Hirschberg
Dörte Hirschberg

Climentum Capital

Christian Schad startup
Christian Schad

Planet A

Maximilian Zoller
Maximilian Zoller

HV Capital

Luis Sperr
Luis Sperr

Kopa Ventures

Gabriele Poteliunaite startup
Gabrielė Poteliūnaitė

HEARTFELT_

Isabelle Thierfelder
Isabelle Thierfelder

seed+speed

David An
David An 

Dracoon Ventures

Martin Möllmann
Martin Möllmann

HTGF

Johanna Junkermann
Johanna Junkermann

b2venture

Jean Pascal Duvieusart startup
Jean-Pascal Duvieusart

BDpartners

Pauline Paeschke startup
Pauline Paeschke

Seven Accelerator

Lucas Merle
Lucas Merle

eCAPITAL

Jonas Sommer startup
Jonas Sommer

DTCF

Kevin Heidrich
Kevin Heidrich

Coparion

Barbod Namini HV Capital Partner startup
Barbod Namini

HV Capital

bernhard gold startup
Bernhard Gold

Fiege Logistics

Carla Schell startup
Carla Schell

Auxxo Female Catalyst Fund

gregor unger startup
Gregor Unger

Caesar Ventures Management GmbH

ion hauer startup
Ion Hauer

APEX Ventures GmbH

Jessica Lieber startup
Jessica Lieber

10x Founders

Johannis Hatt startup
Johannis Hatt

JVH Ventures GmbH

Lorenzo De Angeli startup
Lorenzo De Angeli

Matterwave Ventures

Martha Smets startup
Martha Smets

Life Science Valley Wachstumsfonds

Mascha bonk startup
Mascha Bonk

Ananda Impact Ventures

matthias wolf startup
Matthias Wolf

Bayern Kapital GmbH

Mattias Buchinger Bayern Kapital startup
Matthias Buchinger

Bayern Kapital GmbH

Paul Kurz startup
Paul Kurz

YZR Capital GmbH

Philipp Rehsmann startup
Philipp Rehsmann

Alstin II GmbH

Philippe Klitzing
Philippe Klitzing

Peak

startup
Alexander Birk

coparion GmbH & Co. KG

square Laura Bonomini startup
Laura Bonomini

Wayra Germany GmbH

StephanRauscher startup
Stephan Rauscher

Earlybird

Our Cashwalk Premium Partners

Get Ready For Cashwalk: Join Cashcamp

Get Investor-Ready in 3 Days

Looking to raise your next round?

Cashcamp is a high-intensity, three-day bootcamp designed to give ambitious founders a real competitive edge in fundraising.

Led by seasoned entrepreneurs, Cashcamp delivers expert training, real-time feedback, and direct investor access – all designed to help you secure funding faster and smarter.

Apply now!

Blog & Benefits

  • Check how other startups scaled their business with Start2
  • Read about their success stories
  • Find out how you can profit from our benefit partners

More than 75 benefit partners offer amazing conditions and rebates for our startups to a wide range of services and products. Profit from Premium Terms.

From Singapore to Germany: How Polymerize is Driving Sustainable R&D in Chemicals

  • €10,000 cloud hosting credits for startups
  • €100,000 for scale-ups
  • personal suppport to help you need.

Start2raise: Kick-Off of the new cohort 

UPGRADE YOUR PERFORMANCE

Our participating startups profit from EXCLUSIVE CONDITIONS and %% from our selected BENEFIT PARTNERS.

Profit from their unique startup support.

Baker Tilly offers expert legal, tax and accounting services for start-ups and scale-ups, from foundation to exitall from a single source. Partner with us to navigate challenges and drive growth. 

Excited to announce that Master Accelerator is now the iconic Start2raise Program. Get investor-ready and raise your first or follow up round. Apply early as seats are limited!

How Startups Can Thrive Developing Sovereign AI

Build your customer acquisition foundation today with up to 75% off HubSpot’s marketing and sales software and start generating leads and closing deals!

Feeling lost in the social security jungle?

  • Benefit from free consulting sessions.
  • High-growth startups can join the LevelUp program that helps create structures for healthy working in large teams including 50.000 € funding and individual support and coaching

8 Essential Practices for Global Startups Scaling in India from a Corporate Perspective