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THE HEART OF B2B ENTREPRENEURSHIP

#HINTERLAND26

18.06.2026

We live in times shaped by rapid change, complex challenges, and unprecedented possibilities. Progress no longer follows familiar paths – it is rewritten daily by those bold enough to rethink how we work, build, and innovate. At Hinterland, we bring together the people who transform uncertainty into momentum. Together, we explore new ideas, challenge assumptions, and push the boundaries of what a future-ready economy can be.

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OUR VALUES

BUILD BRIDGES BETWEEN INDUSTRY LEADERS AND UPRISING COMPANIES

Experience a unique platform where industry giants meet the innovators of tomorrow. The Hinterland of Things Conference creates an environment of collaboration and exchange, fostering partnerships that drive digital transformation and business growth.

DISCOVER LEADING TECHNOLOGIES AND TECH TRENDS

Immerse yourself in the forefront of innovation at the Hinterland of Things Conference. Explore the latest breakthroughs in technology and uncover emerging trends shaping the future of industries.

PARTNERSHIPS THAT EVOLVE AND GROW TOGETHER

As a partner or sponsor of the Hinterland of Things Conference, you gain more than visibility—you gain access to a thriving ecosystem of startups, industry leaders, and investors. Collaborate on innovative projects, showcase your expertise, and position your brand as a driving force in the tech and business world.

FIRST SPEAKER #HINTERLAND26

CARSTEN
MASCHMEYER

CEO
MASCHMEYER GROUP

CÉLINE FLORES
WILLERS

CEO & FOUNDER
THE PEOPLE BRANDING COMPANY GMBH

MARIUS
MEINERS

CEO & CO-FOUNDER
PEEC AI



DARIA
SAHAROVA

GP
WORLD FUND



DR. ANNIKA
VON MUTIUS

CO-CEO & CO-FOUNDER
EMPION GMBH

FLORIAN
HEINEMANN

FOUNDING PARTNER PROJECT A

VERENA
PAUSDER

CHAIR OF THE BOARD
GERMAN STARTUP ASSOCIATION (STARTUP-VERBAND)

BENJAMIN
ERHART

GENERAL PARTNER
UVC PARTNERS

Ulrich
Prediger

Founder
JobRad Holding SE

Brigitte
Mohn

Chairperson of the Executive Board
Bertelsmann Stiftung

Matthias
Auf der Mauer

Founder
juna.ai GmbH

Dominik
Gross

CEO
Founders Foundation gGmbH

OUR PREVIOUS SPEAKER

DANIEL
KRAUSS

CIO & CO-FOUNDER
FLIX SE

JENS
FIEGE

CO-CEO FIEGE LOGISTIK

DEEPA
GAUTAM-NIGGE

VP CORPORATE DEVELOPMENT & INVESTMENTS SAP

MAX
WITTROCK

CO-FOUNDER ZEROLABS

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WHO WAS THERE

1000

FAMILY OWNED BUSINESS AND SME COMPANIES

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800

BEST B2B TECH STARTUPS FROM EUROPE

400

LEADING INVESTORS

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THIS YEAR’S MOTTO

RECLAIM

If entrepreneurs and startup founders don’t drive change with their vision, independence, dynamism and futuristic mindset – then who will? Together with you, we want to recollect our positive attitude, courage and creativity for our common future!

RECLAIM THE MOMENT

"At the Hinterland of Things, we have a trusted dialog, between mid-sized companies and startups, that could be a role model for many other regions in Germany."
Dr. Brigitte MohnBoard member at Bertelsmann Stiftung
Dr. Brigitte Mohn
"It's probably the most heavy networking conference I've experienced so far!"
Philipp KlöcknerInvestor, Advisor, Podcast Host Doppelgänger TechTalk Podcast
Philipp Klöckner
"It's the unique mix of startups, family-owned businesses, and corporates and I don't think you find that somewhere else."
Eva MettenmeierManaging Director Maschinenraum
Eva Mettenmeier
"Since the foundation, it has to be the conference where the most successful hidden champions go to."
Rouven DresselhausCo-Founder & Managing Partner Cavalry Ventures
Rouven Dresselhaus

A SELECTED MENU OF TOPICS THAT REALLY MATTER

PRODUCTIVITY & AI

AI is redefining how work gets done - from HR and learning processes to finance and back-office operations. As intelligent systems increasingly automate routine tasks and augment human decision-making, organizations face a decisive moment: reinvent workflows, upskill people, and build cultures that can harness this new productivity frontier. The transformation is not optional; it is already underway.

INDUSTRIAL TECH

Industrial technology remains the backbone of Europe’s economy, yet it stands at a crossroads shaped by global competition, rising complexity, and urgent sustainability demands. As the Heart of B2B Entrepreneurship, this shows how the next generation of industrial innovation can secure Europe’s economic resilience. We spotlight technologies, founders, and strategies shaping what a future-ready industrial ecosystem must look like.