SpinLab - The HHL Accelerator

SpinLab - The HHL Accelerator Top Startup Accelerator that's pushing innovation to the limit right in the heart of Germany. It is financed by investors and its use for established companies.

“SpinLab – The HHL Accelerator” is an integrated part of the overall CEIM concept of HHL. Located on the creative and inspiring area of the Leipzig’s cotton mill (Leipziger Baumwollspinnerei) it will be established at the beginning of 2015. Besides access to required infrastructure (co-working offices) founding and innovation teams benefit from intensive coaching and consulting as well as mentorin

g, from HHL’s excellent networks of investors and entrepreneurs, from supporting service providers and from the opportunities to exchange experiences internationally. The unique idea of “SpinLab – The HHL Accelerator” is that this platform can not only be used by startups but also by established companies. The focus is on innovative, internationally scalable business ideas. The program is limited to a maximum of 6 months at no charge and with no equity holding. Moreover, there is the opportunity of using additional other office spaces on Leipzig’s cotton mill to foster the further growth of the company. It is open for business concepts from anywhere, not only from HHL.

What started with a viral LinkedIn blogpost by investor Andreas Klinger quickly turned into a Europe-wide debate and int...
18/06/2026

What started with a viral LinkedIn blogpost by investor Andreas Klinger quickly turned into a Europe-wide debate and into a broader movement backed by founders, investors, and startup organizations across the continent. 🌍

describes the idea of an optional, standardized company framework that could reduce legal complexity, simplify investment processes, and give startups a clearer path to international growth.

🎤At this year’s SpinLab Investors Day, Clark Parsons, CEO of the European Startup Network and Advisor at United Founders, took up this debate in his keynote “EU Inc – Goals and Status Quo.” He outlined why Europe’s fragmented legal and investment landscape remains a major barrier and why a shared framework could help give European founders a fairer shot.

In our latest blog article, we recap the origins of the EU Inc movement, key points from Parsons’ keynote, and the road ahead for Europe’s startup ecosystem.

📸 📷 Eric Kemnitz

SpinLab and ExciteLab are entering into a strategic partnership with Startup Factory boOst .Together, we want to help fo...
11/06/2026

SpinLab and ExciteLab are entering into a strategic partnership with Startup Factory boOst .

Together, we want to help founding teams connect earlier with the right markets, pilot customers, industry partners and investors. Especially in deep-tech fields such as semiconductors, photonics, HealthTech and industrial technologies.

For startups coming out of research, great technology is only one part of the journey. Access to customers, capital and experienced partners is just as important to build scalable companies.

🗨️Eric Weber: “We have been supporting boOst Startup Factory since the idea and application phase, because it was important to us that Central Germany be strongly represented in this competition. After the successful launch of boOst, we are now moving into the implementation phase together with partners such as TUDAG, the Startup Campus Alliance, Stiftung Kuchen and our accelerator programs.”

🤝With this partnership, SpinLab, ExciteLab and boOst Startup Factory are combining startup acceleration, technology transfer expertise and a strong regional network to support founders.

We look forward to working together to make Central Germany even more visible as a strong innovation hub.

📸 Marvin Alff

Investors Day it’s a wrap!!! 👏Across two stages, the programme focused less on trends and more on the underlying mechani...
10/06/2026

Investors Day it’s a wrap!!! 👏

Across two stages, the programme focused less on trends and more on the underlying mechanics of the startup ecosystem. Discussions around 🇪🇺 and the proposed “28th regime” explored what unified legal frameworks for startups and investors could realistically look like and where political ambition still meets operational reality.

🎤At the same time, several panels challenged traditional VC structures. Conversations around search funds, evergreen models, RIAs and venture studios reflected a broader shift in how capital is being deployed and how long-term company building may evolve in Europe.

What made the invetsors day special was the mix of perspectives. From policy and regulation to fund operations and early-stage investing.

Beyond the discussions, the masterclasses added a practical layer to the event. From understanding EU Inc from an investor perspective to exploring how AI agents can support portfolio monitoring and information workflows.

More than 200 investors joined us in📍Leipzig, alongside startup presentations from the SpinLab Group, the Investors Dinner and the .festival. 🏆Congrats to navou for winning the best pitch award by Stadt Leipzig and nextract energy secured the green impact award by Aurel Steinert Stiftung & MVV Stiftung Zukunft.

We unfortunately can’t tag everyone due to LinkedIn limitations, but a big thank you to all , , , members, partners and our amazing team who made this day possible.🙌

More insights and takeaways from Investors Day will follow over the next weeks.

📸 .kemnitz

🔥The Summer School for Diverse Startups is back. 🔥What started as an initiative to improve access to the startup ecosyst...
15/04/2026

🔥The Summer School for Diverse Startups is back. 🔥

What started as an initiative to improve access to the startup ecosystem has grown into a proven program. Now entering its 6th edition. Every year, founders, mentors, and ecosystem partners come together in 📍 to support startups from underrepresented backgrounds.

During this one-week program, you’ll work on advancing your business. From refining your model to exploring funding opportunities and strengthening your pitch. Expect hands-on workshops, 1:1 sessions, and mentoring by experienced founders and investors.

The next cohort takes place July 20–24, 2026 in Leipzig.
Applications are now open.⏰Deadline to apply is: May 17th. (Link in bio.)

EDIHSaxony

A Leipzig-based company by 2041. 📈🏙️This is the vision of Eric Weber, founder of SpinLab for .Why are there still no ...
01/04/2026

A Leipzig-based company by 2041. 📈🏙️

This is the vision of Eric Weber, founder of SpinLab for .
Why are there still no DAX headquarters in Saxony or in much of Eastern Germany? 🤔Globally leading companies anchored in a region create far more than jobs. They attract talent and investment, strengthen innovation ecosystems, build strong supplier networks and generate long-term prosperity.

In the “Leipzig Visionen” series by the .de , Eric shares his perspective on why our region has the ingredients to grow globally successful companies and what political and structural conditions are needed to turn the idea of a DAX company in Leipzig from a vision into reality.

What if getting the right diagnosis didn’t take 10 years?SpinLab alumni startup LipoCheck is rethinking how lipedema, a ...
31/03/2026

What if getting the right diagnosis didn’t take 10 years?
SpinLab alumni startup LipoCheck is rethinking how lipedema, a condition affecting millions of women is diagnosed and treated. By combining deep medical expertise with digital solutions, LipoCheck enables faster, structured assessments through tele-diagnostics and supports patients throughout their entire care journey.

📌 The chose as their company base, here they found strong investors such as TGFS
Technologiegründerfonds Sachsen and gained access to partnerships through our program, including collaboration with AOK PLUS to improve access to care for thousands of patients. And they’re just getting started, with international expansion, including plans for the U.S. already in progress.
Want to see more? Tune in to the latest episode of “Die Höhle der Löwen”, where LipoCheck present their vision on national TV.

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+++ 2.2€ mio. for SpinLab startup Einklang+++ 💸Vireo Ventures has led the funding round in Einklang, joined by SIVentu...
24/02/2026

+++ 2.2€ mio. for SpinLab startup Einklang+++ 💸

Vireo Ventures has led the funding round in Einklang, joined by SIVentures, Smart Eco Investments, HEIMATBOOST, Angel Invest and DnA Ventures.

The helps mid-sized industrial businesses reduce soaring ⚡electricity costs by combining dynamic tariffs, on-site battery storage and smart energy controls into one integrated system. Its platform automatically shifts consumption to times when solar and wind power are abundant and prices are low, stores energy when it’s cheapest, and reduces costly peak loads. ➡️The result is up to 40% cost savings, greater price stability and more energy independence.

With the fresh capital, Einklang plans to scale to 100 customer sites by 2026 and further expand its battery-optimised tariff mode.

From the newest class of SpinLab startups in Leipzig comes .Jaw disorders are far more common than most people realize....
18/02/2026

From the newest class of SpinLab startups in Leipzig comes .

Jaw disorders are far more common than most people realize. Millions of individuals suffer from temporomandibular disorders (TMD), bruxism (teeth grinding), and chronic jaw tension, often without receiving adequate diagnosis or treatment. 🤕

Developed in close collaboration with dentists and physiotherapists, JawBuddy has created a 📱digital self-therapy app that supports patients directly via their smartphone. The app provides guided jaw exercises, targeted muscle relaxation techniques and structured training programs designed to reduce.

🎙️ Want to go behind the scenes? Listen to the new episode of The Naked Truth of Startups to get more insights of JawBuddy.

SpinLab has been a member of the Runder Tisch Gemeinwohl Leipzig since November last year. has been a core topic for u...
06/02/2026

SpinLab has been a member of the Runder Tisch Gemeinwohl Leipzig since November last year. has been a core topic for us for several years. Through various projects and initiatives, such as the , we actively explore how companies can create impact beyond traditional business metrics. Hosting the latest Runder Tisch Gemeinwohl Leipzig at SpinLab was a great opportunity for open exchange on public value and the future direction of the forum. We appreciate the thoughtful preparation and look forward to the upcoming sessions and continued collaboration. 🤝

This year, our Team Day took us to Dresden. For the first time, colleagues from SpinLab, RootCamp, ExciteLab and BITROAD...
16/12/2025

This year, our Team Day took us to Dresden. For the first time, colleagues from SpinLab, RootCamp, ExciteLab and BITROAD came together at our newest location. A great good moment to pause and reflect before heading into the final stretch of the year.

Many succesful projects have moved forward over the past year. This progress is built on close collaboration and a great deal of work that often happens in the background. Taking time together made it possible to recognize this effort and the people behind it. We are grateful for the commitment across the SpinLab Group and for how the team continues to grow. Thank you to everyone. Each role plays a part in where we stand today 🙌

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