17/06/2026
🎤 From idea to stage: the journey behind the ELSA Pitch Bowl
What happens before a startup stands on stage and pitches?
At the ELSA Program in Göttingen, the Pitch Bowl is not just an event – it’s the result of an intensive journey.
Over the course of three months, 12 life science founding teams have been working closely with experienced coaches, experts, and partners to turn early-stage ideas into tangible, market-oriented business cases.
This journey includes:
🔬 Deep dives into their scientific ideas – challenging assumptions and sharpening their value propositions
🎯 Market and strategy development – translating innovation into viable business models
🗣️ Communication training – learning how to make complex science understandable and compelling
🤝 Continuous feedback & 1:1 coaching – tackling real challenges step by step
The ELSA Pitch Bowl is where all of this comes together.
In just 3 minutes, each team presents what they’ve built, followed by direct feedback and critical questions from an experienced jury. It’s a moment of truth:
What resonates? What’s missing? What makes a team stand out?
🏆 Two teams will be awarded as the most promising; one by the jury and one by the audience
💬 The audience gains rare, unfiltered insights into investor thinking
👥 And afterwards, the conversation continues over drinks, snacks, and networking
For anyone interested in the future of life sciences, startup building, or early-stage innovation – this is a unique opportunity to experience it live.
📍 Sheddachhalle at Sartorius Quartier | Göttingen
📅 June 25, 2026 | 5:30 PM
👉 Be part of the ELSA journey finale: https://lifescience-factory.com/en/program-detail/life-science-pitch-bowl/