Patrick Hypscher (Green PO) has developed a conclusive 5 week program to help you build products for your customer AND the planet. There will be a total of 6 sessions for you to join, covering a wide range of topics.
Learn how to strategically create value for your customer and the planet, balancing out economical and sustainability factors in the most efficient way. Take a deep dive into the archetypes of PaaS funding and ideal partner definition, essentials for materials, design and production and principles for reuse, repair and recycling while creating your product.
The program will conclude in a pitch trial + review to prepare for a Circularity Hub pitch event in November where you'll not only get to pitch, but also meet potential customers, other startups and investors.
The In Person events will take place at the Circularity Hub + NEEW Ventures home base: Scaling Spaces, Berliner Str. 80 - 82, 13189 Berlin
Apply until Sept 18th to secure your spot.
Circular Product Bootcamp
Content & Structure
1. Customer Value
Oct 10, 10am-5pm
In Person
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Functional & Strategic Benefits
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PaaS Potential Wheel
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Your Customer Segments
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The Total Cost of Ownership view
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Your two Solution Statements
2. Planet Value
Oct 17, 3-7pm
Online
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Relevant Sustainability Metrics
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Your Benchmark Scenarios
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Winning Cases
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Product Sustainability Metrics
3a. PaaS Funding
Oct 24, 3-7pm
Online
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Archetypes of PaaS funding
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Your Cashflow-Design
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Finding Your Partners
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Defining Your Mid- to Long-Term Strategy
3b. Material & Production
Oct 31, 3-7pm
Online
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Essentials for Materials, Design & Production
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Your Individual Approach
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The Partners you need
4. Reuse, Repair, Recycling
Nov 7, 3-7pm
Online
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Essentials for Reuse, Repair & Recycling
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Your Individual Approach
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Implications for Proposition Design
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The Partners you need
5. Review & Pitch
Nov 14, 10am-3pm
Online
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Pitch Trial-Runs
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Peer & Expert Feedback
To make this program possible, we are partnering with the folks at Green PO , who connect the agile product and sustainability communities to accelerate change and help individuals enhance their personal impact. Check out their website here.
The Circular Product Bootcamp is specifically designed for circular startups at the pre-seed and seed stages. Whether your focus is on Product-as-a-Service (PaaS), physical products, or materials, this program will guide you through refining your business model, enhancing your sustainability metrics, and preparing for funding.
Ideal participants:
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Startups with a clear idea, seeking to innovate in the circular economy.
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Teams committed to sustainable practices and eager to bring value to both customers and the planet.
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Our Circular Product Bootcamp offers a unique blend of workshops, expert feedback, and peer-to-peer learning, all tailored to the specific needs of circular startups. Unlike traditional programs, our focus is on helping you balance customer value with sustainability. You will explore essential topics like PaaS potential, funding strategies, material, production essentials and much more, all while working closely with industry experts.
Key Differentiators:
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Tailored Content: Each session is designed to address the specific challenges and opportunities of circular business models.
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Hands-On Learning: With a combination of online and onsite workshops, you'll get practical insights that you can apply directly to your startup.
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Exclusive Access: Network with industry leaders, potential partners, and like-minded startups who are also paving the way in circular economy innovation.
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By joining our Circular Product Bootcamp, you will:
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Take part in five comprehensive workshop sessions covering customer value, sustainability metrics, funding strategies, material, production essentials, and more.
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Gain valuable networking opportunities, building connections with peers, mentors, and potential investors who share your vision for a sustainable future.
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Customized Learning Materials: Access resources tailored to your startup’s unique needs, helping you implement what you learn into your business strategy.
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To participate in our Circular Product Bootcamp, your startup should meet the following criteria:
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Team Size: 2 people per team.
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Stage: Minimum stage required is having a well-defined idea. There is no maximum stage limit.
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Commitment: Onsite attendance is required at the start and end of the program (travel expenses not included).
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All program expenses are covered by The Circularity Hub. This does not include travel to the bootcamp kickoff and finish days.
The bootcamp is highly selective, accepting only 12 teams to ensure a focused and personalized experience. Each team can have up to 2 members.
The Circular Product bootcamp offers a hybrid experience. The program kicks off and concludes with onsite workshops, while the sessions in between are conducted online. This structure provides flexibility while ensuring that crucial networking and hands-on learning occur face-to-face.
