Campus Founders is the startup and co-innovation hub in Heilbronn. The programs combine practical experiences, advanced methods, financial startup assistance, a pool of mentors, and an international network. These programs are tailored to the respective phase of the entrepreneurial journey: from the initial idea generation, through validation of the problem-solution fit, achieving product-market fit, to sustainable scaling of the business model. Thus, Campus Founders enables early-stage startups to make rapid progress and advance their international growth. The Venture Studio is a complementary, ongoing program of Campus Founders Ventures GmbH, which combines investment with mentoring and helps founders establish a market presence and secure follow-up financing.

As a platform, Campus Founders brings together students, founders, investors, and companies, promoting collaboration and co-innovation. A vibrant community of over 1,000 members regularly exchanges ideas through various event and networking formats. Campus Founders also specifically supports female founders through special exchange and mentoring offers. Through its membership in the RISE Europe network, comprising the leading 20 European startup centers from 14 countries, Campus Founders bridges the gap to international markets.

Annually, Campus Founders hosts the Startup Festival Heilbronn Slush’D, which attracts over 1,000 selected innovators and decision-makers from the European innovation and startup ecosystem.