For the 15th time, the Dortmund Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK) and the Dortmund Chamber of Skilled Crafts (HWK) are awarding the start-up prize to particularly successful founders. The application phase has started: you can now submit your start-up story. Photo: rawpixel / 123rf.com

This time, the motto of the event is "Unique together". This is intended to emphasise the individuality of each start-up and the collaborative process of start-ups.

The organisers are looking forward to hearing your start-up story and cordially invite you to take part in the application process and impress them with your innovative ideas and outstanding achievements.

The start-up award ceremony will take place on 6 June 2025 at 4 p.m. in the Great Hall of the Dortmund Chamber of Industry and Commerce and promises to be a captivating event.

The award ceremony offers attendees a unique opportunity to meet and network with influential personalities from the start-up and entrepreneurial world.

Under the following link you can now participate in the short application procedure participate.