Build a startup that is commercial, fundable and ready for the next stage.
Speed Master is a practical startup execution programme for early-stage, innovation-driven founders in Europe.
Designed for pre-seed and seed-stage teams working on Deep Tech, Strategic Tech, Social Tech and Impact Tech, the programme helps founders translate innovation into a clear business model, a stronger go-to-market approach and a more fundable growth story.
This is not generic executive education. It is a focused, founder-oriented programme built around the non-negotiables of early-stage startup development.
Apply for the next Speed Master cohort!
Individual Pass
€790
Start-up Pass
€1900
- Live online sessions
- Practical founder-focused content
- Core startup topics
- Specialised workshops
- Designed for busy early-stage founders
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- Individual: €790
- Start-up Pass: €1900
(up to 5 team members) - 28DIGITAL Partners receive a 50% reduction in the entry fee
1 session per week (2 - 3 hours)
Mandatory for all participants:
- Startup Foundations & Lifecycle
- Product-Market Fit & Validation
- Go-to-Market & Sales
- Fundraising & Pitching
- IP Strategy
- Regulation & Sovereignty
Select up to four:
- No-/Low-Code and Vibe Coding
- Impact Startups
- Team Dynamics
- GovTech Sales
- EU Funding
- Dual-Use & Defence
- Scaling Deeptech
- Internationalisation Strategies
- Hiring & Talent
- Collaborative Innovation
November 2026
As Chief Innovation, Education and Marketing Officer Diva Tommei notes, "Professionals love learning from other professionals. This one-of-a-kind course brings together groups of outstanding tech startups. Not only do they learn from instructors with tons of real-world business experience, but also from each other as well."
Who Should Attend
This course is particularly suitable for:
- Early-stage innovation-driven founders in Europe.
- Pre-seed and seed-stage startup teams
- Founders working on Deep Tech, Strategic Tech, Social Tech or Impact Tech
- Teams that need to turn strong innovation into a commercial, fundable business
- Founders looking for practical guidance, relevant expert input and immediate value
Startups We're Training
Course Duration & Commitment
The course requires a commitment of two hours per week for 10 weeks.
Regular attendance is crucial to maximize the benefit of Speed Master participation. As such, certificates of completion will only be granted to those who attend a minimum of 8 sessions.
