1. Funding

Each team receives up to 30,000 euro in financial support during the 9-month program period. And the best thing: At GATEWAY49 you keep 100% of the equity. We do not take any equity so as to give you the greatest possible freedom. Participation in the program is of course free of charge for all participants.

2. Know-how

The selected teams go through a 9-month structured workshop and training program. The majority of our mentors and coaches that support you intensively during that time are experienced founders themselves or managers of large corporations.

3. Infrastructure

Your team will have access to an attractive office space with modern office infrastructure on the Campus Lübeck. You will have 24/7 access to your desk, super-fast internet and - of course - a coffee flat for long nights.

4. Network

We offer access to our large pool of companies and clusters to gain first pilot customers. We work closely with industry leaders in various areas, including Dräger AG, VisiConsult, Spedition Bode, Mach AG and Stadtwerke Holding Lübeck.

5. Employee- and team development

Our program includes much more than simple financial and legal advice. We support you in all questions related to the topic of entrepreneurship and help you find new team members in our flirt camps.

6. Prototyping

The GATEWAY49 program gives teams access to great prototyping opportunities. For example, you can benefit from e. g. support in the areas of 3d printing, laser cutting, milling or circuit board production by dedicated makers and a supportive FabLab community.

• Why should I apply to GATEWAY49?
• At GATEWAY49 you can expect a structured 9-month workshop and training program with the goal of getting your startup as close to market maturity as possible. So, if you are thinking about starting a business or promoting your startup, this is the place for you. Our coaches and mentors include well-known companies that are at your side. Our startup teams receive up to 30,000 euro in financial support per year and best of all, they don't have to give up equity.
• Who can apply?
• Anyone with an innovative idea can apply - single entrepreneur, early stage startup or talent.
• We have already received funding and / or are not an early startup. Can we still apply?
• Yes. Your seed investors will probably also like it, if you participate in the GATEWAY49 program because you will receive great support from our mentor network and individual coaching for your business idea.
• I have an idea but no team - can I still apply?
• Yes, in our so-called "flirt camps" we match single entrepreneurs with teams.
• I have a talent but no idea - can I still apply?
• Yes, even if you have no idea, but want to work for a startup and have a talent, such as marketing or accounting expertise, you can apply to us and we will try to match you.
• What kind of support do startups receive?
• In order for you to fully focus on your startup, you will receive not only systematic coaching and mentoring from our accelerator partners, but also around 30,000 euro per team per year. Moreover, you will get access to a modern office space as well as our coworking space WeDSGN located in the Technology Center Lübeck (TZL). In addition, you will have the opportunity to participate in a structured workshop and training program as well as pitch sessions on various topics such as business-, product- and team development. For prototyping, you will have access to our modern, high-tech FabLab as well as our TZL Academy that supports you in all questions concerning 3d printing. Together with our partners, we offer young startups - in addition to access to valuable contacts to university institutes, companies, other start-ups and potential customers - an extensive infrastructure for the development of innovative products and services.
• How does the program work?
• You can find more information about the program in our timeline.

• Where does the program take place?
• The program takes place in Lübeck, Schleswig-Holstein. You do not have to live in Lübeck, but presence at the events, workshops and pitches is mandatory.
• Do I have to give up equity?
• No, unlike most other accelerators, you don't have to give up equity in your company. That way you remain completely independent.
• What are a flirt camp and a boot camp?
• Both the flirt camp and the boot camp are unique events to get you fit for an application to us. At our flirt camps, you can meet startups, find team members and get to know mentors and coaches. In our boot camps, we support you and your team in getting your idea fit for the application process at GATEWAY49.
• Is participation in the flirt camp and the boot camp mandatory?
• No. However, the flirt camp is a great way to get to know mentors, coaches and possible team members. At the boot camp, the teams are coached again intensively for writing their proposal. However, you can also apply directly to us with your proposal.
• How does the application process work?
• In general, the application process consists of two phases: proposal and pitch. After we have received your proposal, we will check it and make a pre-selection. The best teams will then be invited to a pitch day and on the same day, the decision will be made as to which team will be able to take part in the program.
• How do I apply?
• Please send us your application using our form on www.gateway49.com
• When does the new application phase start?
• A program start for a second batch is planned for the beginning of 2021.
• I have further questions. Whom can I contact?
• Feel free to send us an email or just give us a call. 😉