Fast Forward—startup platform by electronica & Elektor
electronica Fast Forward 2024 promises to be the most exciting edition yet of this innovative startup platform, supported by Elektor and hosted at electronica. As we approach the 6th edition, our enthusiasm and commitment to fostering innovation is stronger than ever.
This year's event will once again showcase groundbreaking innovations while remaining true to its tradition. Startups, scale-ups and, for the first time, electronics industry influencers will be given a global stage.
Key Topics for 2024
- Innovative Startups and Scale-ups: The platform will showcase a carefully selected group of the most promising young companies in the electronics industry.
- Influencers: For the first time at a trade show, YouTubers, makers and creators from the electronics scene will have their own stands. This year's featured influencers include Max.Imagination, DIY GUY Chris and GreatScott! with a combined reach of over 2 million followers.
- Livestream Stage: For the first time, there will be a Livestream Stage where YouTubers, creators, and startups will share their insights.
- Awards Ceremony: Prizes totaling 85,000 euros will be awarded at the end of electronica. This ceremony will take place on Friday, November 15, 2024.
Panel Discussion
The event will feature several panel discussions that will give you the opportunity to gain exciting insights into the latest trends and innovations.
Attendees will have the opportunity to network with industry experts, influencers and decision makers in the electronics industry and gain valuable insights.
B2B & Influencer Marketing
See our participating influencers and industry experts live on stage discussing current and future marketing strategies for the electronics industry.
Student, Influencer & Startup Marketing
What projects will be relevant in the future? What is important for students to know? And how do you become an influencer? Ask your questions in this moderated discussion with influencers from the electronics scene.
Who should attend the forum?
The electronica Fast Forward Forum is aimed at startups, scale-ups, investors, industry experts, marketers, influencers, and anyone interested in the latest developments in the electronics industry. It provides a platform for intensive exchanges between innovators and decision-makers, enabling the discovery of new business models and technologies.
The winners 2024
1st prize: SpeedPox
SpeedPox is awarded for its groundbreaking, ultra-fast curing epoxy resins and adhesives, showcasing exceptional technical merit, a significant reduction in energy use, and transformative potential for the industry with its patented self-propagating mechanism.
2nd prize: BTRY AG
BTRY is recognized for its innovative development of energy-dense, solid-state batteries using advanced semiconductor techniques, presenting a high level of technical achievement, broad applicability, and immense potential to revolutionize energy storage with ultra-fast charging.
3rd prize: Icecap Systems
ICECAP is awarded for creating a compact and versatile cooling system that leverages novel thermoelectric modules and optimization algorithms, combining technical expertise with the promise of enhancing various high-tech and portable applications.
Event details
Where?
Start-up Stage, Hall B4
When?
November 12–15, 2024
Programm
Livestream Stage, Hall B4. Stand 440
- Electronics workshops with influencers and partners, daily 10:00–13:00
- Startup presentations, daily 13:00–16:00
- Elektor Lab Talk Livestream featuring numerous guests, daily 16:00–18:00
Panel discussions, Visionary Stage, Halle B4, Stand 131
- „The Future is Now! - B2B & Influencer Marketing“, Thursday, November 14, sponsored by PCB Way
- “The Future is Now! - Student, Influencer & Start-up Marketing!”, Friday November 15, sponsored by Mouser
Award ceremony
electronica Fast Forward Award, Friday November 15, 12:00 – 13:00, Visionary Stage
Participating in the forum as an exhibitor?
Under certain conditions, you can participate as an exhibitor with a guest contribution at the Forum. For more information on participation and possible costs, please contact:
Margriet Debeij
Elektor International Media
margriet.debeij@elektor.com
Would you like to get involved as a sponsor? Click here for the sponsorship packages.
