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).
Batch 4 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, 10:00–12:00
Format: Workshops, mentoring & hands-on sessions
Week 1 - May 12, 2026
Introduction & Business Model Foundations
Kick-off session, program overview and introduction to key frameworks (incl. Balanced Scorecard).
Week 2 - May 19, 2026
Problem–Solution Fit & Lean Canvas
Define your problem, validate assumptions and structure your business model.
Week 3 - May 26, 2026
Team & Leadership
Build strong teams, define roles and develop leadership capabilities.
Week 4 - June 2, 2026
Legal & Company Formation
Legal basics, company setup and key structural decisions for founders.
Week 5 - June 9, 2026
Product Development
From idea to product: MVP, iteration and user-centric development.
Week 6 - June 16, 2026
Marketing & Positioning
Define your messaging, channels and go-to-market strategy.
Week 7 - June 23, 2026
Sales & Traction
Build your sales pipeline and convert early customers.
Week 8 - June 30, 2026
Networking & Ecosystem
Leverage networks, partnerships and community to accelerate growth.
Week 9 - July 7, 2026
Funding & Investment Readiness
Understand funding options and prepare for investor conversations.
Week 10 - July 14, 2026
Pitch Training or Make a Wish Worshop
Refine your pitch, get feedback and prepare for your final presentation.
Programs
Start with Impact
An intensive program designed to help you embed real impact at the core of your business model, product, and team — from day one.
Grow with Impact - Pilot Program
Learn by Doing, Deliver Real Change
Focus: Tangible progress, peer learning, and early traction — not theory or perfection.
Meet the Team
Jasmine Mortimer
Jasmine leverages 10+ years of experience to connect founders, partners, and investors.
Alexander Lieder
Alex is an Entrepreneur himself, and has a pre-PMF focus on building a first product and acquiring first customers.
Hannes Reichelt
Hannes brings 20+ years of startup experience — including founding two startups — to support founders on their path.
Dr. Matthieu Voss
With a 15+ background in consulting, startup acceleration, and investing, Matthieu builds founder-centric ecosystems that drive real impact.
He connects founders, investors, and partners to turn ideas into scalable ventures.
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
With 10+ years of experience, Alex supports startups across design thinking, networking, and coaching.
Mila Galeitzke
Mila leverages 10+ years at Fraunhofer to help SMEs scale their impact with AION.
Dr. Anna Canning
With 10+ years in science and startups, she helps sustainable companies achieve real, measurable impact.
Simon Bail
With hands-on founding experience, Simon supports young founders with business modeling, AI tools, and more.
Tino Schmutzler
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
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 helps founders communicate impact — with social media savvy and activist passion.
Christian Bacher
Venture builder with 15+ years across startups, VC, corporate innovation and consulting.
From idea to execution: problem discovery, market validation and venture building.
Strong in coaching founders, building teams and driving go-to-market.
Focus areas: SaaS/AI, Energy/GreenTech, Digital Supply Chain.
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.
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.
What Our Founders Say
"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."
"On our journey to help international specialists enter the German job market, nxtlx provided the support and guidance we needed to move forward confidently."