Less Talk.
More Traction.

Your time is precious, so we skip the talk and get straight to work. Need an investor pitch? We don’t just explain the framework—we co-craft the story, model the numbers, and design the deck with you, transforming time into tangible progress and results.

The project “nxt level accelerator” is funded as part of the program “Nachhaltig wirken – Förderung gemeinwohlorientierter Unternehmen” by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy and the European Union through the European Social Fund Plus (ESF Plus).

15+

Specialized Experts

30

Supported Startups

Why founders choose NXTLX

Real Traction

Focus on growth, not theory

Hands-on Mentoring

Work directly with experienced operators

Strong Ecosystem

Access to partners & investors

Impact Focus

Build solutions that matter

30+
startups supported
25+
ecosystem partners
15+
mentors & experts
NXTLX in Numbers

Programs

10 Week Sprint Program

An intensive program designed to help you embed real impact at the core of your business model, product, and team — from day one.

10 weeks
12th May 2026

Batch 5 Program Timeline - Starting 12.05.2026

Our 10-week program is designed to turn ideas into real traction.
Build, test and grow your startup with hands-on support, expert mentoring and a strong network behind you.

Duration: 10 weeks
Schedule: Tuesdays, 16:00–18:00
Format: Workshops, mentoring & hands-on sessions

1

Week 1 - May 12, 2026

Introduction & Business Model Foundations
Kick-off session, program overview and introduction to key frameworks (incl. Balanced Scorecard).

2

Week 2 - May 19, 2026

Problem–Solution Fit & Lean Canvas
Define your problem, validate assumptions and structure your business model.

3

Week 3 - May 26, 2026

Team & Leadership
Build strong teams, define roles and develop leadership capabilities.

4

Week 4 - June 2, 2026

Legal & Company Formation
Legal basics, company setup and key structural decisions for founders.

5

Week 5 - June 9, 2026

Product Development
From idea to product: MVP, iteration and user-centric development.

6

Week 6 - June 16, 2026

Marketing & Positioning
Define your messaging, channels and go-to-market strategy.

7

Week 7 - June 23, 2026

Sales & Traction
Build your sales pipeline and convert early customers.

8

Week 8 - June 30, 2026

Networking & Ecosystem
Leverage networks, partnerships and community to accelerate growth.

9

Week 9 - July 7, 2026

Funding & Investment Readiness
Understand funding options and prepare for investor conversations.

10

Week 10 - July 14, 2026

Pitch Training or Make a Wish Workshop
Refine your pitch, get feedback and prepare for your final presentation.

15+ mentors from startups, scaleups and the investment ecosystem

We can't know everything — and we don't have to. That's why our external mentors bring in deep domain expertise in impact, sales, fundraising, and product development to support our startups where it counts.

Alex Wolf

Alex Wolf

Founder and Lead Strategic Designer

With 10+ years of experience, Alex supports startups across design thinking, networking, and coaching.

Mila Galeitzke

Mila Galeitzke

Co-Founder

Mila leverages 10+ years at Fraunhofer to help SMEs scale their impact with AION.

Dr. Anna Canning

Dr. Anna Canning

Founder

With 10+ years in science and startups, she helps sustainable companies achieve real, measurable impact.

Simon Bail

Simon Bail

Startup Advisor and Founder

With hands-on founding experience, Simon supports young founders with business modeling, AI tools, and more.

Tino Schmutzler

Tino Schmutzler

Serial Entrepreneur

Everyone knows Tino. As a serial founder with a huge network he lives what we aim to teach the next generation of entrepreneurs.

Dr. Erik Steinhöfel

Dr. Erik Steinhöfel

Co-Founder

As founder of AION and with years in startup research, Erik helps embed impact at the heart of business models.

Jean-Paul Laue

Jean-Paul Laue

Co-Founder

Jean-Paul helps founders communicate impact — with social media savvy and activist passion.

Christian Bacher

Christian Bacher

Founder & Investor

Expert with 15+ years of experience across startups, venture capital, corporate innovation, and consulting.
He supports ventures from idea to execution, with a focus on problem discovery, market validation, and venture building.
As a mentor, he specializes in coaching founders, building high-performing teams, and driving go-to-market strategies, with a focus on SaaS/AI, Energy/GreenTech, and digital supply chains.

Alexey Galiullin

Alexey Galiullin

Founder & Head of Engineering in R&D and Innovation

With over 20 years of experience, Alexey has supported leading companies in scaling their engineering organizations and achieving ambitious growth targets.
He brings deep technical expertise combined with a strong track record of building high-performing teams and systems.
As a mentor, he helps founders translate complex engineering challenges into scalable, execution-driven solutions.

Prof. Dr. Juan Ocampo

Prof. Dr. Juan Ocampo

Venture Partner

Juan provides strategic advisory to startup founders navigating growth, fundraising, and market positioning.
He works with a select portfolio of ventures, supporting them in building with clarity, speed, and resilience.
As a mentor, he helps founders make focused decisions and translate strategy into effective execution.

Karlijn Eskens

Karlijn Eskens

Head of Strategic Marketing & Business Development

Karlijn has +15 years of experience building and scaling startups across e-commerce, fashion, B2B, and SaaS, with a strong focus on growth, product development, and customer experience.
She supports ventures in developing effective commercial strategies, market entry approaches, and product-led growth models.
As a mentor, she brings hands-on expertise from business development in women’s health and building her own venture in the space.

Daniel Reinhardt

Daniel Reinhardt

Co-founder & lawyer

Lawyer specializing in advising startups, VCs, and M&A at Raue, with additional focus on Legal Tech and AI-driven workflow design.
He supports founders and companies on legal strategy and has gained experience across international law, public sector work, and venture ecosystems.
As a mentor, he brings a founder perspective through building TrödelSpende (Top 10 Startup Berlin/Brandenburg) and coaching at the Berlin Startup School, combining legal expertise with hands-on startup experience.

Christian Wolf

Christian Wolf

Founder & Serial Entrepreneur

Christian is a German entrepreneur and advisor with nearly 20 years of experience in the digital sector. He has built and scaled companies from the ground up, including growing a business to €20M in annual revenue and 100+ employees, while raising significant venture funding and expanding internationally. Today, he works closely with ambitious tech founders, helping them solve critical challenges across growth, operations, and leadership through a pragmatic, execution-focused approach.

What Our Founders Say

Dr. Johannes Kotte
"nxtlx is helping us raise our first investor round with ease - providing practical templates, expert insights, and hands-on support every step of the way."
Dr. Johannes Kotte, Founder at Technology Reef
Anna Steele
"On our journey to help international specialists enter the German job market, nxtlx provided the support and guidance we needed to move forward confidently."
Anna Steele, Founder at Applitracker
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Events

Connect with founders, mentors and investors through curated events designed to accelerate your startup journey.

Founder Breakfast

Start your day with real conversations. Connect with fellow founders, exchange insights and grow your network in an informal setting.

Masterclasses

Learn from experienced operators and industry experts. Deep dives into topics like fundraising, growth, product and leadership.

Workshops

Hands-on sessions focused on execution. Work directly on your startup — from strategy to implementation.

How to join NXTLX

Be part of the next batch in three simple steps:

1

Apply online

2

Interview with the team

3

Get selected & start

Frequently Asked Questions

We focus solely on what creates real value for founders. No fluff, no unnecessary theory - just hands-on support that drives tangible results. Our programs are highly customized and action-oriented, ensuring every founder gets exactly what they need to progress.

Our programs range from 6 to 16 weeks, depending on your needs and goals. Each program is designed to deliver specific outcomes, whether it's preparing for fundraising, developing your MVP, or scaling your impact.

No, we don't take equity. Our programs are free of charge.

Yes, we welcome solo founders! Many successful startups begin with a single founder. We'll help you build your team when the time is right.

We work with startups at various stages, from pre-idea to scale-up. Our different programs are tailored to specific stages, so there's likely a fit for you regardless of where you are in your journey.

Yes, we offer dedicated fundraising preparation and active fundraising programs. We help you build your pitch, financial models, and connect with relevant investors.

While we're industry-agnostic, we have deep expertise in impact-driven ventures, particularly in sustainability, health tech, and social innovation. Our mentors cover a wide range of sectors.

We offer hybrid programs with both online and in-person components. The format is flexible and can be adjusted based on your location and preferences.

Alumni have ongoing access to our network, resources, and community events. We maintain strong relationships with our founders and continue supporting their journey long after the program ends.

Nothing - our programs are free of charge.

Part of the nxtmilestone ecosystem

Events

Join the nxtlx community

Connect with founders, mentors and investors through curated events designed to accelerate your startup journey.

Event Formats

Founder Breakfast

Start your day with real conversations.
Connect with fellow founders, exchange insights and grow your network in an informal setting.

Masterclasses

Learn from experienced operators and industry experts.
Deep dives into topics like fundraising, growth, product and leadership.

Workshops

Hands-on sessions focused on execution.
Work directly on your startup — from strategy to implementation.