We connect selected Mittelstand companies to drive innovation, share knowledge, and unlock new growth opportunities.
Members work together in a trusted peer group, exchanging best practices and learning directly from each other’s experiences.
We support the adoption of cutting-edge technologies, new methods, and future-focused thinking for real-world impact in member companies.
Everything we do is designed to strengthen productivity and secure lasting competitiveness for our partners.
The Hinterland Alliance is a selective network dedicated to accelerating innovation in the German Mittelstand. Our mission is to bring together forward-thinking companies, founders, and experts to share relevant technologies, methods, and mindsets—and to transfer them directly into member organizations. By fostering peer exchange and collective learning, the Alliance provides the foundations for productivity gains and long-term competitiveness.
Our Alliance brings together a curated group of leaders from the German Mittelstand, innovation managers, and industry pioneers. These organizations are at the forefront of driving technological advancement and sustainable growth in their sectors.
We proudly feature a diverse membership, spanning multiple industries and expertise, united by a shared commitment to innovation and collaboration.












Joining the Hinterland Alliance means becoming part of a structured, collaborative innovation ecosystem designed for Mittelstand companies. Here’s how it functions:
Members actively contribute to choosing relevant topics for focused, ongoing discussions within peer groups, ensuring alignment with business priorities.
Members receive invitations to Hinterland of Things conferences and specialized workshops, offering opportunities to connect with startups, experts, and industry leaders.
Members engage in bespoke innovation projects with startups and external talents to co-develop practical solutions addressing real challenges.
Through continuous peer interactions, members share experiences, refine strategies, and support the successful embedding of innovations within their organizations.
Partner Manager Hinterland of Things