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4th Edition 26 Nov 2026 Vienna, Austria weXelerate
1,000+ Attendees 42 Nations 50+ Speakers
About

The future is uncertain.
Let's navigate it together.

One day to change the trajectory of your business. Join the most impactful conference for the future of business in Austria.

01 The Day +

Coffee Rave at 9 gets the room awake before a single slide goes live. Keynotes and workshops run in parallel through midday — you choose your depth. The Pitching Arena opens at 11:30: 40 startups, live crowd, real investors. Nothing bloated. Nothing you'll wish you'd skipped.

KeynotesWorkshopsPitchesMatchmakingExpoAfterparty
02 The Room +

Around 40% are CEOs or founders. Another quarter are directors and managers. We've been deliberate about the mix — because the ratio matters more than the headcount. You'll be the fifth most interesting person in any conversation. That's intentional.

40% CEOs & Founders42 Nations6 Continents1:1 Startup/Corporate
03 What Happens +

215 matchmaking sessions ran in 2025. Not every one turned into something — but some did. We don't track every handshake, but we hear about the ones that matter: the partnership that started at a coffee station, the intro that became a term sheet three months later.

215 Matchmaking40 Live Pitches38 Expo Booths
04 The Place +

Vienna sits between two worlds: Western capital reach, Central European startup energy. weXelerate — Austria's largest startup hub — is our home. The city makes the mix possible. The building makes it feel right.

weXelerate HubCentral EuropeEast–West Bridge
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Numbers from Future Forward 2025
0 attendees from 42 nations
0 curated matchmaking sessions
0 speakers across all stages
0 startups pitching live to investors
NAVIGATE THE UNKNOWN  ·  26 NOV 2026  ·  VIENNA  ·  1,000+ ATTENDEES  ·  50+ SPEAKERS  ·  42 NATIONS  ·  215 MATCHMAKING SESSIONS  ·  4th EDITION  ·  NAVIGATE THE UNKNOWN  ·  26 NOV 2026  ·  VIENNA  ·  1,000+ ATTENDEES  ·  50+ SPEAKERS  ·  42 NATIONS  ·  215 MATCHMAKING SESSIONS  ·  4th EDITION  · 
Audience

Who Attends Future Forward

The people who shape tomorrow — all in one room.

01

Corporate Leaders & C-Suite

Access cutting-edge insights, meet disruptive startups, and forge strategic partnerships that drive your next phase of growth.

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02

Startup Founders

Pitch live, meet investors face-to-face, and get your brand in front of 1,000+ decision-makers in a single day.

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03

Investors & VCs

Discover 40+ live-pitching startups, attend curated matchmaking, and spot your next portfolio company before anyone else.

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04

Innovation Managers

Benchmark your innovation strategy, explore new technologies, and return with actionable frameworks for your organisation.

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05

Press & Media

Cover breakthrough stories as they happen. Exclusive media access, press kits, and interviews with top innovators.

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06

Students & Young Talent

Learn directly from world-class founders, find mentors, and launch your career at the intersection of innovation and ambition.

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Audience Data — we crunched the numbers

Based on analysis of unique participant roles from Future Forward 2025.

CEOs & Founders
40%
Management & Directors
23.5%
Experts & Consultants
17.5%
Academia & Research
7%
CTO / COO / CFO
6%
Investors & VCs
3%
Government & Public Sector
3%

"Where the 40% who decide meet the 30% who build."

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STEP 01 // WHO ARE YOU?

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STEP 03 // WHAT MATTERS MOST?

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Program

The Program

One day. Infinite possibilities.

Pre-Event: Fellows Club Dinner

25 November 2026 · Exclusive dinner for Members, Speakers & Partners

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09:00

Coffee Rave & Registration

Kick off the day Vienna-style — espresso in hand, beats in the air. An energetic morning warm-up to get the neurons firing before the main program begins.

10:00

Main Stage — Keynotes & Panels

World-class keynote speakers and provocative panel discussions on the future of business, technology, and society. Expect ideas that challenge assumptions.

10:30

Innovation Expo & Matchmaking

35+ startup and partner booths spread across the innovation floor, alongside 215 curated one-on-one meetings powered by b2match. Explore, connect, and have conversations that open doors.

11:30

3 Deep Dive Workshop Tracks

Three parallel workshop tracks running throughout the day. Go deep on AI & emerging tech, sustainable innovation, and future-of-work strategies. Limited seats per session.

11:30

Startup Pitching Arena

40 handpicked startups take the stage for live 5-minute pitches in front of investors and a live audience. The most electric room in the building.

16:00

Inspiration Keynotes

A powerful afternoon session of inspiration keynotes to close out the day with bold ideas and forward-thinking perspectives.

17:30

Final Words

Closing remarks and highlights from the day — a moment to reflect before the celebration begins.

18:00

Afterparty

The day doesn't end at the main stage. Music, drinks, and conversations that turn into collaborations. Included in Full-Day and VIP tickets.

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Speakers

Gamechanging Advice From International Experts

The 2026 lineup will be announced soon.

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Partners

Our Partners

The organisations helping us shape the future.

Future Forward Partners
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Tickets

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Choose your pass. Own the day.

BOARDING PASS

Founder Ticket

For startup founders with a company max. 2 years old

⚠ Not eligible for scaleup or established company founders

€89
Standard price
  • ✓ Full conference access
  • ✓ Main stage & workshops
  • ✓ Innovation Expo
  • ✓ Networking app access
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Full-Day Ticket

Complete conference experience

€299
Standard price
  • ✓ Full conference access
  • ✓ Main stage & workshops
  • ✓ Innovation Expo
  • ✓ Networking app access
  • ✓ Matchmaking sessions
  • ✓ Startup Pitching Arena
  • ✓ Afterparty access
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BOARDING PASS

VIP Ticket

For executives — Limited to 20 spots

€499
All-inclusive VIP
  • ✓ Everything in Full-Day
  • ✓ Exclusive VIP Lounge access
  • ✓ Food & drinks included in VIP Lounge
  • ✓ Meet executives, speakers & inspiring people
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BOARDING PASS

Party-Only Ticket

Evening afterparty

€29
Evening access
  • ✓ Afterparty access
  • ✓ Music & drinks
  • ✓ Evening networking
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Group tickets & corporate packages available on request. event@futureforward.at

Get Involved

Get Involved

Your seat at the table of Austrian innovation.

Get Your Startup in Front of 1,000+ Decision-Makers

35+ startups exhibited at Future Forward 2025. Claim your booth in the Startup Expo and get direct access to investors, corporate partners, and potential customers — all in one day.

35+
Startups in 2025
200+
Investor Meetings
40%
Attendees are C-Suite
→ Apply for a Booth
What You Get
Branded expo booth
Pitch Arena opportunity
Investor speed dating access
Brand visibility to all attendees
b2match matchmaking included
Post-event media coverage

Put Your Brand at the Heart of Austrian Innovation

Future Forward reaches the decision-makers that matter. Our audience is 40% C-Suite & Directors, 25% Startup Founders, 15% Investors, 20% Innovation Leads and Media.

1,000+
Expected Attendees
40%
C-Suite & Directors
25+
Countries Represented
↓ Download Sponsor Deck → Contact Partnerships
What You Get
Silver from €5,000
Gold from €10,000
Headline — Custom pricing
Stage time & branded areas
Year-round brand integration
Direct investor introductions

Share Your Expertise With 1,000+ Innovation Leaders

We're looking for bold, original voices to join our speaker lineup. No sales pitches — only genuine insight on the topics that are reshaping business, technology, and society.

50+
Speakers in 2025
1,000+
Live Audience
3
Stages & Tracks
→ Submit Speaker Application
What You Get
Main Stage, AI Track, or Resilience Track
Topics: AI, sustainability, future of work
Business model innovation welcome
Q&A sessions & networking
Full media coverage
Speaker hospitality & VIP Ticket

Be Part of the Crew. Help Us Run the Mission.

Volunteers are the backbone of Future Forward. You'll be behind the scenes of one of Austria's most exciting events — and you'll build a network before your career even starts.

Free
Event Access
100%
Insider Experience
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Connections Made
→ Apply as Volunteer
What You Get
Free full-day conference access
Behind-the-scenes experience
Official volunteer certificate
Direct speaker & VIP interactions
Priority invite to 2027 edition
Future Forward alumni network

Cover the Future.

Future Forward is the story of Austria's innovation moment. Get accredited press access, a comprehensive media kit, and direct interview opportunities with our speakers and startups.

50+
Speakers to Interview
35+
Startups to Cover
Free
Press Pass
→ Request Press Pass ↓ Download Media Kit
What You Get
Complimentary press pass
Dedicated media area
Pre-event speaker interviews
High-res photo library access
Exclusive press briefing
Media kit & brand assets
Event Technology

The Future Forward
Event App

Your network starts before you arrive.

Your networking doesn't start on the day — it starts the moment you register. The Future Forward app lets you browse attendees, send connection requests, and lock in meetings weeks before you arrive.

With AI-powered matchmaking, you get curated suggestions based on your goals. Show up with a full calendar and zero wasted time.

Connect Before You Arrive

Browse the full attendee list, send messages, and book 1:1 meetings ahead of the event. Your schedule is ready before day one.

AI-Powered Matchmaking

The algorithm reads your profile and goals, then surfaces the most relevant investors, founders, and partners from 1,000+ attendees.

Your Personal Day Schedule

Confirmed meetings, stage sessions, and expo visits — all in one live agenda. No paper, no guesswork.

215+ Curated Meetings

In 2025, attendees completed over 215 one-on-one sessions — deals made, partnerships formed, investments initiated.

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Venue

The Venue

Vienna's most iconic innovation space.

weXelerate Innovation Hub

Design Tower by Jean Nouvel

Praterstraße 1, 1020 Vienna, Austria

Austria's most impactful innovation ecosystem, spanning ~10,000m² across the iconic Design Tower by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Jean Nouvel. Home to 200+ startups, corporates, and innovation teams — Future Forward takes over the entire building for one extraordinary day.

Getting There

U-Bahn: U1 & U4 Schwedenplatz (5 min walk)
Tram: Lines 1, 2 & O — stop Schwedenplatz / Praterstraße
Bus: Lines 2A & 3A nearby
From Airport: City Airport Train (CAT) or S-Bahn S7 to Wien Mitte, then U4 to Schwedenplatz — approx. 25 min
Address: Praterstraße 1, 1020 Wien

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before you arrive.

Future Forward is Vienna's premier innovation conference — a full-day event bringing together startup founders, investors, corporates, and innovators from around the world. Now in its 4th edition, it is the gathering point for Central Europe's innovation ecosystem.

Future Forward 2026 takes place on 26 November 2026 at weXelerate Innovation Hub, Design Tower by Jean Nouvel, Praterstraße 1, 1020 Vienna. Doors open at 07:30. The afterparty runs until midnight.

All tickets include access to the main stage, workshops, and innovation expo. Full-Day and VIP tickets include matchmaking sessions and the afterparty. The VIP Ticket also includes exclusive VIP Lounge access with food & drinks, and the opportunity to meet executives, speakers, and other inspiring people. See the Tickets section for full details.

Matchmaking is powered by b2match. After registering, you complete a profile with your goals. The algorithm suggests relevant matches, you confirm meetings, and a personal schedule is generated. 215 curated one-on-one meetings happen throughout the day in dedicated matchmaking zones.

Please note that refunds are not available once a ticket has been purchased. However, if you are unable to attend, you have the option to transfer your ticket to another person. For instructions on how to initiate a transfer, please refer to the question below. We encourage you to review all event details carefully before purchasing, as this policy helps us ensure a consistent and high-quality experience for all participants. If you have any further questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us.

Yes, tickets are transferable. If you are unable to attend, you can transfer your ticket to someone else. Please contact us at info@futureforward.at with the new attendee's details (first name, last name, and email) at least 48 hours before the event.

We love building meaningful partnerships. Send us a note at event@futureforward.at and our partnerships team will share our media kit and package overview. We build custom packages for each partner — no off-the-shelf sponsorships.

Applications for the Startup Pitching Arena open in early 2026. We select 40 startups for live 5-minute pitches. Apply via the Get Involved section or visit event.futureforward.at. Startups must be incorporated and have a working product or MVP.

Yes! The Future Forward Afterparty kicks off at 19:00 and runs until midnight. Live DJ, open bar, and the best conversations of the day. Included with Full-Day and VIP tickets. Party-Only tickets available for €29.

weXelerate is at Praterstraße 1, 1020 Vienna — just a 5-minute walk from Schwedenplatz. Take the U1 or U4 to Schwedenplatz, or hop on trams 1, 2 or O. From the airport, take the CAT or S7 to Wien Mitte, then U4 to Schwedenplatz — about 25 minutes. Bike parking available on site.

Future Forward is organized by weXelerate GmbH — Austria's leading startup accelerator and innovation hub. Located in the Design Tower in Vienna's 2nd district, weXelerate is home to 200+ startups and corporates and has been at the heart of Austria's innovation ecosystem since 2017.

More questions? event@futureforward.at

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