STARTUP COMPETITION 2025

Join the Global Stage for E-Bike Innovation!

NetworkSmith has teamed up with eBike Future X to launch an exciting competition, inviting startups, innovators, and visionaries from around the world to showcase their groundbreaking ideas in e-bikes, e-mobility, and sustainable transportation. Participants will have the chance to pitch directly to industry experts, investors, and a global audience—without giving up equity!

Who Should Apply

All startups and innovators worldwide, from early-stage ideas and prototypes to rapidly scaling solutions, working on:

  • Advanced e-bike technologies
  • Sustainable urban mobility solutions
  • Disruptive smart charging and infrastructure
  • Innovative battery technologies
  • AI-driven mobility solutions
  • Software platforms enhancing mobility and transportation

Competition Timeline

1. Online Pre-Selection

Fill out the application form and submit a video pitch (max. 1-minute), together with a 1-page pitch deck, and social media links. (deadline: 25th April, 2025)

2. Live Finals

Selected finalists pitch live on stage (or online if physically can’t attend) at the Ebike Future X Conference in Vienna (date: 16th May, 2025)

Competition Benefits

1. Finalists will get

  • 2 complimentary conference tickets for team members
  • Physical or online booth at the event
  • Live pitch in front of an international audience of investors and industry leaders (online of offline)
  • Enhanced visibility through global live streaming
  • Networking with industry experts and potential partners

2. Winner’s Prize

  • Direct introductions to industry leaders, key investors, and influential decision-makers
  • Exclusive visibility within the global e-mobility community
  • A custom-made trophy and framed certificate
  • Recognition on official event channels

JURY BOARD

Dr. Tanja Hacker

Dr. Tanja Hacker

CEO & Founder of Retail Experts Group

GERMANY

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Dr. Anat Lea Bonshtien

Dr. Anat Lea Bonshtien

Partner at Mobilion Ventures, Smart Mobility Expert

ISRAEL

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Mariya Konstantinova

Mariya Konstantinova

Finance I M&A I Investment Valuation I Fundraising

AUSTRIA

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James Nakagawa

James Nakagawa

Family Offices | Digital Health Pioneer

JAPAN

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Bonnie Factor

Bonnie Factor

AI Strategist | Leadership Architect | Exponential Growth Expert

THE PHILIPPINES

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Peter Sardi

Peter Sardi

Senior Executive | Business Operations & Growth Strategist

AUSTRALIA

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Guillermo Guzman

Guillermo Guzman

Top Local Leader for the Founder Institute

COLOMBIA

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Gabi Mátyás-Kollár

Gabi Mátyás-Kollár

Innovation, Financial Services | Senior Executive

HUNGARY

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Gaia Arzilli

Gaia Arzilli

CEO of Gaia Connections

 

UNITED KINGDOM

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Joseph de Leon

Joseph de Leon

M&A Advisory | Capital Raising | International Scaling

THE PHILIPPINES

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Dr. Philipe Reinisch

Dr. Philipe Reinisch

Founder SILKROAD 4.0 | Serial Tech Entrepreneur

AUSTRIA

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Rex Wang

Rex Wang

Founder of Batteries Daily | Energy Consultant | Former Diplomat

CHINA

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Melinda Miklós

Melinda Miklós

ESG & Sustainability Expert| Oxford Postgrad in Global Business

SWITZERLAND

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Sára Pittner

Sára Pittner

Innovation & BD Manager at EIT Manufacturing

SWEDEN

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Aleksandra Khirv

Aleksandra Khirv

Sustainability Consultant and Educator

SPAIN

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Stefan Ytterborn

Stefan Ytterborn

Founder, ex-CEO & Choreographer at POC, CAKE

SWEDEN

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Asbjoerk Stanly Mogensen

Asbjoerk Stanly Mogensen

Winner of 250 innovation and award designs in bike industry

USA

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Gabriella Sódar

Gabriella Sódar

.wave program director, Blue Planet Climate Protection Foundation deputy-director

Hungary

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Kambis Konahsal Vajargah

Kambis Konahsal Vajargah

Head of Startup-Services at Austrian Economic Chamber

Austria

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Ivaylo Ivanov

Ivaylo Ivanov

Director Central & Eastern Europe at Founder Institute

 

Bulgaria

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Interested in partnering up with the event?

Check out the partnership deck.