MARC Final Pitch Event: The Next Wave of Impact

See Austria’s top new impact startups pitch! Catch the cohort from our leading investment readiness program in action and connect.

Join us for the grand finale of the Austrian MARC 2025/2026 cohort!

MARC is the leading investment readiness program for impact ventures in Austria.

Over the past months, 25 impact ventures have pushed boundaries and refined their models under the guidance of world-class mentors. Now, it’s time to see that hard work in action.Check out the current cohort here.

This is an open, free event for the entire impact community—investors, mentors, alumni, and change-makers alike. Witness the evolution of 14 incredible ventures as they take the stage to pitch their visions for a better future.

What to Expect?

• Two Parallel Pitching Stages: Experience a fast-paced showcase of 14 high-potential ventures pitching simultaneously across two stages.
• High Stakes: An expert jury will select two winners to receive a golden ticket to the re:Marc final event in Budapest on June 18, where they will pitch to the Erste universe and international investors.
• Elite Networking: (Re)connect with the MARC community, mentors, and our amazing partners from ERSTE Foundation, ERSTE Social Finance Holding, and Sparkassen from Tyrol, Upper Austria, and Styria (Pöllau).
• Venture Fair: Meet the founders one-on-one, explore their solutions, and foster connections within the impact investment ecosystem.
• Food & Drinks: Celebrate the cohort’s success with refreshments provided throughout the evening.

Why Attend?

Whether you are looking for your next investment opportunity, seeking to (re)connect with the MARC community, or simply want to support the next wave of Austrian impact leaders, this is the place to be.

Entry is free, but registration is essential. Secure your spot and witness the future of impact!

What’s next?

Take your impact venture to the next level and join the next cohort, sign up here.

MARC is a High-Impact Enterprise Scaling Programme – a joint initiative of ERSTE Foundation, ERSTE Social Finance Holding, Impact Hub Vienna, IFUA Nonprofit Partner and SIMPACT.