Practical Learning
Practical course sessions tailored to real startup challenges.
Hero Academy is a fully funded talent and development program for early-stage founders in Copenhagen, run by TechBBQ in collaboration with the City of Copenhagen, supporting growth and scaling.
About
Over the past three years, Hero Academy has helped early-stage founders in Copenhagen grow, connect, and scale. In 2027, the program returns stronger and more focused than ever.
Practical course sessions tailored to real startup challenges.
Exclusive networking opportunities and invite-only startup events.
Investor matchmaking event with experienced VCs & angels.
A complimentary TechBBQ 2027 ticket (the best place to build your network).
A peer group of ambitious founders navigating the same journey.
Exclusive networking opportunities and invite-only startup events.
Partnership
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Who Can Apply
Early-stage founders building in Copenhagen, ready to grow, raise capital, and gain traction.
Designed for seed and pre-seed startups operating in the Copenhagen area and connected to the local ecosystem.
You have a product or service and are working toward revenue generation and market traction.
You have raised or are in the process of raising capital to support your startup’s growth.
Get access to mentoring and a strong network. Startups are selected based on objective criteria.
Global leaders and innovators taking the stage at Hero Academy.
Meet & Greet
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Session 1
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Session 2
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Session 3
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Founders Hotspot
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Diploma Ceremony
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Hero Academy excels in equipping founders with vital insights and introductions to investors. Its curriculum offers practical guidance, masterclasses and events, and its community fosters great networking opportunities.
Hero Academy has given me a much clearer understanding of funding options, where we are on the early-stage map and where to turn to for help. I'm confident that HubDo's path ahead will continue to benefit from the guidance and new network links made through Hero Academy.
TechBBQ's Hero Academy was a game-changer for us, refining our GTM strategy and opening doors to crucial investor connections. On a personal level, the learning and growth I've experienced through this program has made me a better founder and pushed our startup forward.
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