The document discusses the vibrant start-up culture in Germany, highlighting that innovative start-ups contribute significantly to the economy by creating approximately 610,000 jobs in 2016. It notes the involvement of various stakeholders, including government programs and investors, with a majority of venture capital coming from abroad. Additionally, it emphasizes the diverse backgrounds of founders, with over 82% having an academic background.

2. Start-up culture in Germany
Government programs
Policy implications

3. Innovative
Start-ups bringing progress
16 %
22%
78%
Migrant
German
Cultural Diversity
Source: KPMG, BMWi
Ca. 610.000 new jobs in 2016
Start-up hubs: BerlinTop 10

4. Start-up culture in Germany
Government programs
Policy implications

5. Commitment
by society
Firms
Public
institutions

6. 2,777
investors
Investment of
77000 Euros per
investor in
average
210.5 M
Venture
capital
Source: BMWi

7. Founders with
academic background
>82%
Source: BMWi

8. Laws
Funds/Venture
Capital
Consulting
Source: BMWi

9. Start-up culture in Germany
Government programs
Policy implications

10. 75%
Venture
capital from
abroad23%
Plan to
Internationalize
start-up