On September 4, 2024, the third round of the Unicorn Pitch Series took place at Factory Campus in Düsseldorf, showcasing the vibrant energy of the local startup ecosystem. Four outstanding startups took the stage, delivering impressive pitches that highlighted their innovative solutions. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the founders who made the evening such a remarkable success.

Pitch Results:

• 🥇 1st Place: Esma Gulten from Gizil earned the top spot and the coveted Unicorn Trophy for her groundbreaking work on digital twins for industrial applications.

• 🥈 2nd Place: Miriam Catalina Thea Breuer and Celina Sarah Bastisch from Campus Cruiser presented their sustainable mobility solution, designed to promote eco-friendly transportation on university campuses.

• 🥉 3rd Place: Allan J. Chamorro and Sebastian D. from Deutsche Sponsorship UG with Sportiship, a smart and innovative platform maximizing the value of sports sponsorships.

• 4th Place: Anton Tsirin from One Stone Academy impressed with FlowHubs, a productivity-enhancing tool designed to save time in the education sector.

We also want to express our appreciation to Silke Roggermann and the team at Factory Campus for hosting this event in such a fantastic venue, and to Hanns Tappen for contributing to the event’s overall organization.