Matchmaking 2025
Digital Transformation Catalyst: Matching SMEs with AI Solutions
Medium-sized businesses are under pressure to keep up with the latest technologies. MISSION KI enables low-threshold access to innovative AI solutions that directly improve your processes. We connect you with innovative startups that help you implement your digital transformation quickly and efficiently.
"With this format, we bridge the gap between AI research and practical application. We want innovations not to disappear in a drawer, but rather to strengthen medium-sized businesses."
Bundesminister Dr. Volker Wissing
Benefits for medium-sized companies:
Direct contact with pre-qualified providers
Anchor new competencies within the company
Accelerate digital transformation
Benefits for AI startups:
Direct access to decision-making contacts/partners
Collaboration with established market participants
Valuable user feedback directly from practice
Our Approach
Targeted Analysis: Capturing AI needs and requirements
Search for AI Startups: Identification of suitable AI solution providers
Direct Matching: Direct dialogue with ideal partners at our events
Building Momentum
2024 saw our matchmaking format launch for the first time in Baden-Württemberg and exceeded all expectations. The participating medium-sized companies and AI startups were enthusiastic about the tailored networking. Since then, numerous cooperation projects have emerged - from pilot projects to proof of concepts to innovation partnerships. Following this success, we are expanding the format to Bavaria and North Rhine-Westphalia.
Apply now for the next round!
We are looking for innovative medium-sized companies that want to accelerate their digital transformation with AI expertise. Participation is free of charge. AI startups can apply via a separate call that will be published in April 2025.
Here's how it works:
Brief needs analysis
Complete our compact online questionnaire (Time required: approx. 15 minutes)
Selection Interviews
Explain your AI goals and expectations in a short phone call (approx. 15 minutes)
Personal Invitation
Upon successful pre-selection, you will receive an exclusive invitation to the matchmaking event
Bayern
Application deadline for SME's
03.04.2025
Machtmaking Event
26.05.2025, Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK) Munich
NRW
Application deadline for SME's
17.04.2025
Matchmaking Event
17. 06. 2025, AI.Village Hürth
Limited Availability: Each event is designed for the participation of a select group of medium-sized companies to ensure optimal support and high matching quality. Previous events were quickly booked out, so secure your place early!
Our Partners
FAQ
Participation Requirements
For medium-sized companies:
Independent, owner-managed company
Willingness to actively participate in projects and innovation development
For AI startups:
Founded after 2014
Developed AI solution in market-ready phase
Demonstrable relevance for medium-sized companies
How does the application process work?
Due to limited capacity, unfortunately we cannot enable all interested parties to participate in the event. The selection is made after careful evaluation of all submitted questionnaires and subsequent short telephone conversations to deepen specific aspects of the survey (15 min.).
Are there additional costs for participation?
Only travel expenses will be incurred, which unfortunately we cannot cover. Participation in the matchmaking event itself is free of charge.
Can companies participate in multiple events?
No. To enable as many companies as possible to participate, participation is only possible once.