Mind Makers Weekend

What is the Mind Makers Weekend?

What happens when people from different universities, disciplines, and perspectives come together for one focused weekend?

Ideas take shape. Teams form. First entrepreneurial steps are made.

The Mind Makers Weekend is a three-day bootcamp designed to introduce participants to creative entrepreneurship and idea development. Through teamwork, practical methods, and expert input, you will explore how ideas can be transformed into early concepts — while connecting with like-minded people from across the region.

The format is compact, interactive, and deliberately interdisciplinary, encouraging curiosity, experimentation, and collaboration.

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Dates: Friday, 24 April – Sunday, 26 April 2026
Location: TUM Akademiezentrum Raitenhaslach

Application deadline: 26 February 2026 (midnight)
Notification: by 15 March 2026

Apply via the official application form:
https://ghobb.notion.site/2f7752907800807281c6f8d0924ad0f4

Places are limited.

Participation in the Mind Makers Weekend is completely free of charge
Including: Participation, Acommodition and Catering throught the weekend.

This is made possible through public funding supporting innovation and entrepreneurship in Upper Bavaria.

The Mind Makers Weekend is open to:

Students (Bachelor’s, Master’s and equivalent)
Academic staff from partner universities in Upper Bavaria

It is especially suited for those who:

are curious about entrepreneurship, innovation, or creative problem-solving
have little or no prior start-up experience
enjoy working in interdisciplinary teams
want to explore new ideas in a hands-on and supportive setting

You do not need to arrive with a finished idea — motivation and openness are what count.

During the weekend, participants will:

Learn the basics of entrepreneurial thinking and doing
Work with tools and methods from the start-up and innovation world
Collaborate in interdisciplinary teams
Tackle creative challenges with real-world relevance
Gain inspiration from keynotes, coaches, and experienced makers
Develop early ideas into structured, pitch-ready concepts
Expand their personal and academic network
Discover potential co-founders or project partners

🎓 Certificate of participation included — a valuable addition to your CV.

Friday | Arrival & Inspiration

Arrival and welcome session
Introduction to the challenges
Team-building activities
Inspirational talks
Shared dinner & informal exchange

Saturday | Creation & Collaboration

Team-based work phases
Creative sessions and workshops
Coaching and feedback from experts

Sunday | Presentation & Reflection

Final project presentations
Constructive feedback
Closing session and outlook

Submit your application via the online form
Applications are reviewed based on motivation, interest, and openness to collaboration
You will receive feedback by 15 March 2026

Details

Dates & times

Friday, 24 April 2026: from 14:30
Sunday, 26 April 2026: until approx. 17:00

Arrival & transport

A bus shuttle will depart from Mühldorf train station on Friday:

Meeting point: 14:15
Departure: 14:30
Official programme start: 15:30

Location
The event takes place at the TUM Akademiezentrum Raitenhaslach, a unique retreat-style venue near Burghausen, offering an ideal environment for focused work and exchange.