Berlin Startup Night: Pitches, Cloud & Scaling . Powered by Strong & Proud
Berlin Startup Night: Pitches & Scaling
📍 CIC Berlin | 🗓 Thursday, Sept 25, 2025 | ⏰ 18:30 | 100 builders come together, share real feedback, and spark connections that could shape the future.
This edition is powered by Strong & Proud a volunteer-led movement to empower women in leadership, open doors for founders, and eliminate violence through opportunity and visibility. While we spotlight women-led startups, the stage, judges, and audience are open to everyone.
🌟 What to Expect
Founder Pitches – 5 inspiring founders share their vision in 5 minutes each.
VC Feedback (Live!) – Investors give honest, constructive feedback on scaling & storytelling.
Networking – Connect with founders, investors, and curious minds over drinks.
💡 Who Should Join?
✨ Founders – Practice your pitch, learn from investors, and connect with the community.
✨ Investors & Industry Leaders – Spot fresh talent, ask tough questions, and help shape a founder’s journey.
✨ Builders & Curious Minds – Learn what makes a great pitch, get inspired, and connect with Berlin’s startup ecosystem.
👥 Featured Participants
Fernanda Bosmediano is a Tech Sales Growth leader and Community Builder dedicated to empowering others through innovation and collaboration. As the Founder of Strong & Proud, she creates spaces where people can lead and thrive, while driving impact at the intersection of technology, sales, and community. https://www.linkedin.com/in/fernanda-bosmediano/
Sara Ekinci is a Google Cloud Account Executive with over five years of experience helping digital-native startups scale through innovative cloud solutions.
Victoria Kohlrusch — Startup Coach at the Startup Incubator Berlin, supporting early-stage founders and leading initiatives for women entrepreneurs.
Dr. Hedda Ofoole Knoll (Employers for Equality) – Building Ghana’s first solar-powered activated carbon industry.
Fateme TaghiNia (Searchio.AI) – Engineering leader making healthcare accessible with AI.
Magdolin Harmina (Qlyros) – Bringing AI-powered revenue intelligence to B2B growth.
Ala Davoudi (Togethina) – Helping couples create more meaningful moments.
Karina Mang (Smartmeister) – Building AI tutoring for multilingual children.
Orel Yamin – Fintech founder & investor backing ventures solving real problems.
Irina Tveritneva (ex-AWS) – Global growth leader & mentor to women founders.
And more voices from Berlin’s vibrant ecosystem joining the stage.
📲 Stay Connected
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