The biggest hurdle for female startups is the issue of investment. This is shown by the German Startup Monitor and also the NRW Startup Reports. We don't want to let that stand still. Check in now and become saddle-proof in negotiating, pitching and addressing investors!
Target group
Founders or various teams with MVP and first traction; digital business model, throughout Germany
Focus
Helping founders or various teams make their first investment
Format
12-week program
May 15, 2025 - August 15, 2025
Hub investment opportunity and #HUBGRADE Accelerator wildcard
Practice-oriented workshops
Individual coaching & mentoring
Funding
Network of partners, stakeholders, shareholders, experts and founders
Goal
Achieve your first investment; saddle strength when dealing with investors
Runtime
3 months + closing pitch event as part of the SOA
Your schedule
1
Introduction & targets
Getting to know and setting goals.
2
Pitch Deck: Validation & optimization
Best practice building a pitch deck. Validate your pitch deck.
3
Financial planning: analysis & clarification
Review of existing financial plans. Preparation for due diligence processes.
4
Writing an investment proposal & approaching investors
Development and structure of a successful investment proposal. Strategies for reaching out.
5
Negotiation skills & contract rights
Basics of term sheets and participation agreements. Legal pitfalls and how to avoid them.
6
Pitch training and cross-examination simulation
Storytelling for the pitch. Realistic investor questions and how to answer confidently.
7
Conclusion and pitch event
Presentation to a jury of real investors at our lighthouse event STARTUP OPEN AIR.
“What excited me most about the InvestmentSheroes program was the Demo Day and the amazing connections I was able to make. The program components were perfectly coordinated and consistently delivered real value. I especially appreciated the personal and dedicated support—always fast, tailored, and providing the right input at exactly the right time.”
Katharina Bansemer
Co-Founder of Pivio
"The SHEroes program by Digihub has not only advanced us professionally, but also built a strong, sustainable network. As female founders in the still male-dominated startup world, we have received valuable support, inspiration, and visibility here. We can recommend this program to any founder who wants to drive their startup forward with momentum and a strong community."
Meike Kreutel | Marion Schink
CEO | Co-Founder of Femi-On
"I am very grateful to have participated in the Investment SHEroes program. The application process was very straightforward, and the entire program was well-structured. The experts involved always made an effort to provide genuine, sustainable feedback and support us. The whole team at Digihub was incredibly helpful. What I particularly appreciated was that many of the offerings were available in a hybrid format, allowing us to get the most out of the program. The events were focused and helped expand the network—both among participants and with investors. I am looking forward to continuing to be part of it as an alumna!"
