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Constructor Start Demo Day
Join us for an exciting Demo Day, the culminating event of the Constructor Start program! This special occasion will showcase the innovative ideas and entrepreneurial spirit of 10+ talented teams who have been working tirelessly to bring their visions to life.
When
Friday, January 23, 2026
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Where
Bremen, Constructor University / Online
Price
Free
2months
Attendees can expect
15 international early-stage deep-tech, AI, edtech, and Software+ startups.
Panel discussion about the AI era and its practical application.
Top industry network, including business experts, VCs, aspiring entrepreneurs, and Nobel Laureates.
Ecosystem of Constructor Start: innovative programs and resources it offers to startups.
Agenda (CEST)
- 11:30 – 12:00
Registration - 12:00 – 12:30
Welcome networking coffee break - 12:30 – 13:05
Opening remarks by Dr. Serg Bell, Founder and Chairman of the Constructor Group - 13:05 – 13:15
Remarks by Government Representatives - 13:15 – 13:20
Speech by Matthias Winter, Managing Partner of Constructor Capital - 13:20 – 13:25
Speech by Serguei Kouzmine, President of Constructor University and Chairman of the Executive Board - 13:25 – 13:30
Speech by Dmitry Kurin, Director of Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center, CEO of Constructor Start
- 13:30 – 14:45
Startup pitches (5 min pitch – 5 min Q&A) - 14:45 – 15:00
Coffee break - 15:00 – 15:40
Panel discussion «AI era and its practical application» - 15:40 – 16:55
Startup pitches (5 min pitch – 5 min Q&A) - 16:55 – 17:15
Coffee break - 17:15 – 17:30
Closing and winners ceremony
Speakers
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Serg Bell
Founder & Chairman of the Board of Constructor Group, Vice Chairman of the Board of Governors of Constructor University
Singaporean businessman, entrepreneur, and investor. He co-founded and led many global enterprise software companies, including cyber protection company Acronis, virtualization provider Parallels, service automation platform Odin, and the Constructor ecosystem as founder and primary investor.
Singaporean businessman, entrepreneur, and investor. He co-founded and led many global enterprise software companies, including cyber protection company Acronis, virtualization provider Parallels, service automation platform Odin, and the Constructor ecosystem as founder and primary investor.
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Matthias Winter
Managing Partner of Constructor Capital
Matthias joined Constructor Capital as a Managing Partner and Advisor in 2023. Matthias is a consultant veteran who spent over 20 years at McKinsey & Company in Zurich as a Senior Partner. He led the European Telecom Practice leadership team and advised a variety of telecom clients on various projects.
Matthias joined Constructor Capital as a Managing Partner and Advisor in 2023. Matthias is a consultant veteran who spent over 20 years at McKinsey & Company in Zurich as a Senior Partner. He led the European Telecom Practice leadership team and advised a variety of telecom clients on various projects.
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Serguei Kouzmine
President of Constructor University and Chairman of the Executive Board
Dr. Serguei Kouzmine brings a wealth of experience at the intersection of business, science, and technology. He is a serial entrepreneur, and his career spans a rich variety of industries, including running multiple ventures and private equity funds. Most recently he served as Founder and Principal Investor at Animaccord Animation Studio, and Founder and Managing Partner at Fintech Ventures, a specialized investment fund focusing on fintech, financial transaction monitoring, and automated lending systems.
Dr. Serguei Kouzmine brings a wealth of experience at the intersection of business, science, and technology. He is a serial entrepreneur, and his career spans a rich variety of industries, including running multiple ventures and private equity funds. Most recently he served as Founder and Principal Investor at Animaccord Animation Studio, and Founder and Managing Partner at Fintech Ventures, a specialized investment fund focusing on fintech, financial transaction monitoring, and automated lending systems.
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Dmitry Kurin
Director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center, CEO of Constructor Start
Seasoned executive with over 15 years of experience in innovation strategy, product development, startup acceleration, and venture investments. Proven track record in driving digital transformation, managing venture capital funds, and building innovation ecosystems across Europe and Central Asia.
Skilled in leading cross-functional teams, scouting global technology trends, and delivering business growth through strategic partnerships and investments. Founder and ex-director of a leading corporate innovation and venture investment function in IT&digital in Eastern Europe. Experienced management partner of a VC fund. Speaker and academic expert of Business schools.
Seasoned executive with over 15 years of experience in innovation strategy, product development, startup acceleration, and venture investments. Proven track record in driving digital transformation, managing venture capital funds, and building innovation ecosystems across Europe and Central Asia.
Skilled in leading cross-functional teams, scouting global technology trends, and delivering business growth through strategic partnerships and investments. Founder and ex-director of a leading corporate innovation and venture investment function in IT&digital in Eastern Europe. Experienced management partner of a VC fund. Speaker and academic expert of Business schools.
Constructor Start – Batches in numbers
5000
Applications
50
Countries
86
Program NPS score
15
Pitches on the Demo day
5
Startups awarded
Demo Day Participants
Watch the Live-Stream of the previous Demo day (10th of June 2025)
