ABout the event
We invite your startup to present its groundbreaking ideas to a panel of judges for a chance to win €5,000.
We welcome rising entrepreneurs in robotics and automation to take the stage at the Startup Arena and showcase their emerging innovations.
Applications are now closed. Finalists will be announced once all entries have been evaluated. The event is open to all attendees of automatica.
Don’t miss the announcement of Europe’s Best Robotics Startup – and join us for the Odense Afterparty, powered by Odense Robotics, right after the winner is revealed.
Welcome the host Lukas Ziegler
Lukas is the founder of a leading media house dedicated to robotics companies, ranging from innovative startups to industry giants like ABB and NVIDIA. As an expert in the field, Lukas is also a lecturer at the Business School of Warsaw University of Technology, where he imparts his knowledge of Industry 4.0 to MBA students.
With years of experience in the deep-tech startup ecosystem, Lukas serves as a Venture Partner at ffVC, where he plays an instrumental role in supporting emerging startups in the robotics market. His passion for advancing the robotics industry is further demonstrated through his creation of a vibrant community of over 250,000 enthusiasts, with a strong following in both Europe and the United States. Lukas’s content reaches more than 100 million people annually, empowering and educating a global audience on the transformative potential of robotics and technology.
Meet the jury
Eerik Paasikivi Kvanted
Eerik has an extensive experience in early-stage investing in the industrial sector. Before co-founding Kvanted, Eerik spent over a decade managing venture capital firm Valve Ventures, supporting startups such as Sulapac, Infinited Fiber and Norsepower among multiple others. With his broad knowledge across the European industrial ecosystem and strong networks, he is always ready to connect founders with industrial stakeholders. As an early investor in several sustainability-focused companies, Eerik is the go-to person for entrepreneurs looking to build something meaningful in the realm of industrial value chain. Eerik is especially enthusiastic to hear about new material innovations looking to take off.
Wendy Cheng startup Wise Guys
Awarded the “50 Women in Robotics You Need to Know About” in 2021 by Women in Robotics (SVR), combining her close to 15 years of international business development experience in HW, SW SMEs between Asia and Europe, she’s now a GP for Wise Guys New Frontier fund for startups in dual use, cyber security and robotics; the Board of Nordic Startup Ventures, a local syndicate of angel investors.
In the past 15 years, she has on ground-up sales in licensing, partnership, tech match-making, market entry, supply chain management deals for different sizes of companies across industries in robotics (exos), renewable energy, industrial automation, wearable intelligence, cloud computing, and scale them internationally. This paved her way to investment professional esp. at seed/ pre-seed stage in deep tech. She’s now , after joining the team as Investment Director.
Eran Rosenberg Nvidia
Eran Rosenberg is an AI industry leader specializing in computer vision, robotics, and the physical AI. As a Sr. NVIDIA Inception Partner Manager, he empowers startups by combining technical expertise with business insight to accelerate their growth. Eran has a proven track record in launching and scaling AI-driven ventures, helping founders identify opportunities and navigate challenges. His work bridges engineering and entrepreneurship, ensuring startups deliver advanced AI solutions with real-world impact.
Troels Pedersen Odense robotics Startup fund
Troels Oliver Vilms Pedersen is a robotics expert and entrepreneur with 20+ years of experience. He led a robotics department at the Danish Technological Institute and sold his robotic company, Proxima Centauri. A frequent media expert on robotics and automation, he has secured major funding for tech projects. As co-creator of the Odense Robotics Startup Fund, he now focuses on developing robotic solutions is startups.
THE PROGRAM
We’re excited for the Europe´s Best Robotics Startup Challenge event, and the program is shaping up to be an incredible experience. Here’s a sneak peek at what the day has in store for you.
14.00 – 14.30: Welcome by the host Lukas Ziegler
14.10-14.20: Industry Insights with Christoffer from International Federation of Robotics
14.30 – 15.30: Startup Pitch Session
15.30-15.40: Invest in Odense and Odense Robotics puts a spotlight on Denmarks Robotics industry
15:45 – 16:00: Winner Ceremony
16.00 – 18:00: Odense Afterparty – Powered by Odense Robotics
odense afterparty
Don’t miss the Odense Afterparty on June 26th at the Startup Arena! This is your chance to connect with robotics professionals from across Europe in an exciting and relaxed atmosphere.
Exchange ideas, collaborate with experts, and expand your network with key players in the industry.
Space is limited, so be sure to register soon to secure your spot.
OUR valued PARTNERS
Last years winner
Last time, Aim Robotics, an Odense-based robotics company, took home the prize. The prize was sponsored by R-24 and the Odense Robotics Startup Fund.
This year, the process will be just as exciting, and we can’t wait to see which startup will take home the prize. We’re thrilled to see the incredible talent and innovation that will be presented at this year’s event.
Why YOU SHOULD PARTICIPATE
Main Stage time
As one of the most innovative startups, you’ll have the opportunity to pitch at the Startup Arena, boosting your company’s visibility within the robotics community.
Win 5.000 euro
A jury of esteemed leaders from the robotics industry will select the winner, who will then be honored in a festive award ceremony.
Networking
As a startup, you’ll gain access to a valuable network of key players in the robotics ecosystem
recap AUTOMATICA 2022
Watch the video and slide through the pictures from one of the latest pitch events at automatica in Munich, Germany.
A big applause and thank you to all participants, both pitching companies, investors and others who joined us at automatica.
Let’s get in touch
Martyna Waliszewska
Investment Manager - Investments
An engineer by trade, Odenseaner by heart. My focus lies within identifying investor-ready cases, developing our investor network of business angels, venture capital, and corporate venture capital, and bridging the investment gap. Ultimately, we are creating growth through investments in the robotics, drones, and automation industries.
+45 6115 3259
marwa@odense.dk
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Casper Rundager
Investment manager - Robotics & drones
With a deep passion for international trade and commercial growth, I thrive helping foreign companies in the robotics, drone, tech and automation industry establish and grow their business in Odense. My background is within product management and business development in global software and automation companies, and having lived and worked abroad myself, I know the value of networks and collaboration. I look very much forward to helping you take the next step.
+45 4245 8980
cspru@odense.dk
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Mette Falk
Marketing Manager - Invest in Odense
As the Marketing Manager for Invest in Odense, I am passionate about showcasing the strengths and potential our city holds. With a background steeped in marketing and a deep affection for the city of Odense, I am excited to lead initiatives that position Odense as a global hub within our specific strongholds.
+45 2368 8982
mefal@odense.dk
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