Workshop
Impact Business Model & Financial Foundations
Essentials Workshop
12.01.2026
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
LMU Munich, IEC Space
This Workshop introduces participants to the fundamentals of designing business models using the IEC Business Impact Canvas. They learn how to define the problem–solution fit, articulate a strong value proposition, and understand how value is created, delivered, and captured. Through real examples and hands-on exercises, participants explore key activities, resources, stakeholders, and the financial, societal, and ecological impacts of their idea. By the end, they can translate their research or innovation into a coherent, testable, and impactful business model.
Trainers:
- Annie Weichselbaum, IEC Incubation Lead & Founder
- Andreas Pavlenko, IEC Startup Coach & Founder
What you’ll get
- Exchange and collaborate with IEC Incubation Teams
- Expert training from our IEC Startup Coaches & Venture Consultants
- Get feedback on your idea
- Explore your research transfer potential and learn how to turn research findings into real-world applications
- Learn startup methodologies & tools
Requirements
- Participation requires on-site attendance at the LMU IEC Space on both dates.
- Research must show real-world application potential and a clearly defined use case
- No prototype needed — early innovation stage (idea stage) is sufficient
- Open to 2 MCML teams (2 participants per team, joint initiative)
- Participation is limited to LMU MCML PhD students; mixed teams are welcome
Looking Forward to Receiving Your Applications!
- Annie Weichselbaum, IEC Incubation Lead
- Thomas Meier, MCML Science Manager
This event is for MCML members only.
Organized by:
LMU Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center
IEC
Munich Center for Machine Learning
MCML
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