German Founder Events
Connect with founders and entrepreneurs in New York's German-speaking community through events about starting, funding and growing a business. This guide brings together startup pitch nights, founder networking and entrepreneurship programs, from startups to creative practices, with a German, Austrian or Swiss connection.
Selected business opportunities and science and innovation forums for founders and professionals are also included. Find opportunities to meet founders, hear startup pitches, get investor feedback and learn how other entrepreneurs build their businesses. Check each listing and its official organizer page for the audience, registration requirements and venue.
Upcoming events

STEP USA University Pitch Night — November 2026
· German House
German startups pitch to prospective customers and partners and receive venture-capital investor feedback at German House. RSVP required.
STEP USA Pitch Night December 2026
· Civic Hall 7th Floor Loft Space 124 East 14th Street New York, NY 10003
German founders expanding to the U.S. pitch their startups and receive investor feedback at STEP USA’s New York pitch night. RSVP required; venue to be confirmed.