why attend

Hinterland of Things is Germany’s leading B2B tech conference, connecting ambitious startups, forward-thinking corporates, and investors who are ready to turn ideas into action. The conference brings together the right people, in the right environment, for real collaborations, pilots, and business growth.

where b2b innovation happens

Hinterland isn’t just another conference. It’s a catalyst for collaboration between startups, corporates, and investors. Designed as an ecosystem in action, it turns one day of connection into long-term partnerships and tangible business growth.

One day. Hundreds of decision-makers. Real opportunities.

what you get

HIGH-IMPACT CONNECTIONS

Meet the people who can make things happen: Corporate decision-makers, innovative startups, and investors focused on B2B solutions.

ACTIONABLE INSIGHTS

Learn from founders, operators, and industry leaders about what works in scaling, piloting, and implementing B2B technology.

OPPORTUNITIES TO COLLABORATE

Identify pilot projects, co-creation initiatives, and long-term partnerships across industrial tech, AI, productivity, and climate tech sectors.

ACCESS TO A TRUSTED ECOSYSTEM

Tap into the Hinterland network and Founders Foundation resources — from experts and mentors to corporate partners and investors who stay engaged beyond the conference.

who you'll meet

STARTUPS

Ambitious B2B founders with market-ready solutions and first traction.

CORPORATES

Innovation leaders, digital teams, and Mittelstand champions looking for sustainable solutions.

INVESTORS

Early-stage and growth investors focused on scalable enterprise opportunities.

PEERS & EXPERTS

Like-minded participants sharing knowledge, experience, and best practices across sectors.

Why it matters now

B2B innovation is accelerating

German Mittelstand and global corporates are actively seeking solutions to digitalize, decarbonize, and boost productivity, creating a unique environment for startups and investors.

Purpose-driven connections

Every session and interaction is crafted to turn insight into action — driving partnerships, pilot projects, and real business results.

how to make the most of your day

Prepare your goals

Define what you want to achieve — whether it’s partnerships, investments, or solutions for your business challenges.

Engage strategically

Use the conference tools like our curated matchmaking to connect with the right people.

Follow up & implement

Leverage the Hinterland ecosystem to continue projects, investments, and collaborations after the event.

GET FUNDED, PERIOD.

GET DISCOVERED BY THE TOP EUROPEAN INVESTORS AND FUNDS

At our event, we streamline your search for the ideal investor through our curated selection of topics.

FIND CUSTOMERS AND PARTNERSHIPS WITH LEADING COMPANIES

Unveil the potential of your startup to present your product in front of over 900 c-level and decision makers.

CATCH UP WITH LEADING STARTUPS AND TECH TRENDS

Our platform is designed to foster meaningful connections, making it simpler than ever to meet like-minded entrepreneurs and talented individuals eager to contribute to your vision.

HINTERLAND OF THINGS CONFERENCE

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TICKETS SOLD 98%

15 % LATE BIRD DISCOUNT - CODE: LATE15

A CONFERENCE BUILD FOR PROGRESS

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CONNECTIONS

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TRUSTED BY THE HEART OF GERMANYS MITTELSTAND

our success stories

B2B STARTUPS

ATTENDED

PRE HINTERLAND

TODAY

2020

367.5 MIO USD

2.4 BN USD

2019

28.2 MIO USD

724.3 MIO USD

2020

138 MIO USD

646.9 MIO USD

2020

106 MIO USD

350.6 MIO USD

SPEAKER 2025

CHRISTIAN HÜLSEWIG

CEO SCHÜTTFLIX

CHRISTIAN HÜLSEWIG

CEO SCHÜTTFLIX

CHRISTIAN HÜLSEWIG

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WHAT’S INCLUDED?

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.