Accelerator

Campus Founders

Opened 2018 with Dieter Schwarz Foundation support. Runs an Incubator for idea validation and a 12-week Accelerator for investor readiness; notable mobility and AI startups.

Support: training, mentorship, foundation grants. Scope: Regional (Heilbronn-Franken).

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