Cyber security plays a central role in our connected world. The security of our data and systems must be ensured. Especially now, in times of increasing cyber threats and data protection problems in our connected world, cyber security is more important than ever. That's why startups like yours and their innovative ideas and solutions for cyber security challenges are essential. You and your team will be the innovators leading us to a safer digital future. Our specialized accelerator program HUBGRADE CYBER will give you all the resources you need to get started.
General information
The HUBGRADE CYBER program lasts 6 months (one batch). There are two batches per year. After the successfully going through a jury session, your batch starts in May or November. Within the program, you will get in touch with more than 4 more cyber security startups as well as a variety of coworkers and event participants.
You and your start-up are at the center of attention. We are pleased to be able to support you and ask for your participation no fees or company shares. Participation in our program is possible remotely. A physical venue and a wonderful coworking space can be found in our RHINEHUB.
Program content
Benefit from a big one for six months cyber security founder circle as well as helpful market access. Get a higher range and visibility, necessary sales tools, up to 100,000 EUR financing and access to valuable resources such as inspiring and modern coworking spaces.
Individual support
Personal mentoring with experts and exchange with other founders are standard at our program. Discuss exciting ideas, questions and solutions in guided groups. Together, we often achieve more!
At the end of the program, you have the chance of a first round of funding. We bring your startup together with business angels and VCs from the region. If suitable, we will fairly invest in your startup together. This gives you permanent access to important resources as well as supporting money, which pays off far beyond the potential six-figure financing.
This is the location for our cyber security accelerator program. Also a hybrid participation is possible at any time. You can find detailed information about our coworking offer here. We always welcome you to visit in advance.
The coffee goes to us, of course!
Our Cyber Security Expert Board
Stefan Becker Head of Department “Cyber Security”
Dr. Stefan Pütz Senior VP Technical Security bei Deutsche Telekom AG
Laura Busser Head of Cyber Security at EnBW
Peter Leffler Lieutenant Colonel in Cyber & Security Room
Karolin Beck Venture Partner at Tola Capital
Professor Thorsten Bonne Professor of Business Administration in the Department of Computer Science
Jana Weyers Senior Director Sales roof at SoSafe
Professor Michael Meier Cyber Security University Bonn
Sergei Dechand Co-Founder der Code Intelligence GmbH
Nadine Nagel Digital Board Advisor at German Digital Advisory Boards
Dr. Ulrich Schmitt Partner beim High-Tech Gründerfonds
It is important to us that you really speed up your startup. Only a program designed specifically for you and by players in the cyber industry will help you do this. We are the only accelerator program that offers such bundled access to the top of the cyber security industry.
You also want yourself as Coach, Mentor or Expert in our HUBGRADE-Engage the program? Feel free to get in touch here!
“By participating in the cyber security accelerator and regular feedback rounds, we were able to raise our pitch deck to a new level. The workshops with successful startup founders and managers have broadened the horizon significantly. I highly recommend this accelerator.”
Martin Seeger
Co-Founder of cybernality
“Thanks to the Cyber Security Accelerator, we were able to significantly advance our product (Safe Storage). The program offered us valuable insights, support from mentors and coaches, and important contacts with investors and customers. An inspiring experience that has significantly shaped our development.”
Tobias Bümmerstede
Co-Founder of TF-Industries
“We received active support and advice for Mitigant's sales and marketing strategy from the DigitalHub accelerator.”
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