Every startup needs funding to grow. But how do you know which funding options are right for your business?

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Join Finding the Right Funding, a practical workshop hosted by Kitchen at Aarhus University, and get a clearer understanding of the funding landscape and how to plan your startup's funding journey.

Whether you're developing an idea or preparing to take your startup to the next stage, this workshop will help you explore different financing options, understand what funding providers expect and make more informed decisions.

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What you'll learn:

• Explore different funding sources available to startups
• Understand the advantages and disadvantages of each funding option
• Learn how to choose the right funding at the right time
• Discover ways to reduce your startup's funding needs
• Get inspiration for planning your own funding journey

Walk away with practical insights and a clearer idea of your next steps towards financing your startup.

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Participation: Free of charge. Registration is required.

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From cyber research to the next breakthrough

​Some of tomorrow’s most important cybersecurity companies may begin with the research being conducted today.

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The Research Perspective takes you inside the cybersecurity research environment at Aarhus University. Meet leading researchers, explore selected research projects, and gain insight into emerging technologies and ideas that could develop into solutions with real-world impact.

For investors, understanding emerging technologies can provide an important perspective when evaluating early-stage opportunities. This session brings you closer to the research shaping the future of cybersecurity – and the technologies that could become tomorrow’s solutions.

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​Program

​13:30 - Arrival and networking

​14:00 - Welcome by Startup Aarhus

​14:10 - Developing Cyber Talent: Insights from Denmark’s Cybersecurity Community
Jens Myrup, Professor and National Coach of the Danish Cyber Team, will share insights from being at the heart of Denmark’s cybersecurity community, and his perspective on developing the next generation of cyber talent.

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​14:45 - The Role of Universities in Cybersecurity
What role can universities play in strengthening the cybersecurity ecosystem? Kaj Grønbæk, Head of Department at Computer Science, Aarhus University, will share insights into AU Cyber and the university’s role in cybersecurity research innovation with a look at the IFD Defence Cyber initiative.

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​15:15 - A sneak peak into the lap: An introduction to cybersecurity research projects
In this session, handpicked research projects will take us inside the labs to explore emerging technologies, innovative ideas, and research that could shape the future of cyber.

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​16:30 - End of day

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​Who is this for?

​Cyber Angel Academy is designed for current and potential investors who want to strengthen their understanding of cybersecurity and their ability to identify and evaluate promising startups.

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​Participation is free of charge, but registration is required. Make sure to register by October 30 to secure your spot.

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Iværksætterne og Monopolet

What do you do when your startup faces a challenge and you're unsure of the best way forward?

Join Kitchen at Aarhus University for an evening where three student entrepreneurs bring their real business challenges to the stage. Each startup meets a handpicked panel of experts who share their experiences, challenge perspectives, and offer practical advice - live in front of an audience.

Meet the Startups

• Heart2Heart: Building a stronger brand and driving growth through sales, marketing, and social media.
• MultiBiopsy: Raising international capital and finding the right investors within MedTech and Life Science.
• Bosun Robotics: Turning robotics technology into a successful business.

What to Expect

• Live discussions with experienced experts and entrepreneurs.
• Honest insights into real startup challenges.
• Facilitated networking led by Nanna Panduro, CEO of Gastromé.
• Opportunities to connect with founders, experts, and other entrepreneurs.
• Snacks from Gastromé and a shared dinner.

Practical Information

Language: Danish

Price: Free, with snacks and dinner included.

Startup B2B Sales Roundtable

An informal roundtable for founders working through early commercial and sales challenges.

Bring a question, a challenge you’re stuck on, or simply join the conversation with other founders and operators. Together, we’ll share experiences and discuss topics such as finding your first customers, B2B positioning, founder-led sales, and go-to-market strategy.

The session is informal and discussion-based, with room to bring your own challenges to the table.

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