Sander van de Rijdt

Lisa Reiss

Christoph Jeschke

Entrepreneurs Talk

WU Entrepreneurship Center

Take the opportunity to meet founders in an informal setting! Get to know them personally and meet like-minded people!

Wirtschaftsuniversität Wien, Learning Center (LC), Festsaal 2

📖 Once Upon A Student – The End of Safe Careers and the Rise of Brave Ones? 🚀Remember when everyone said "go to university, get a job at a big company, retire safely"? That story is changing - and we want you to be part of the new narrative.The traditional career path is no longer the only option. Today, the most rewarding journeys belong to those brave enough to take the unconventional route - those who see challenges as opportunities and disruption as possibility.EntrepreneursTalk returns to tell a different kind of story. Three founders will share their journeys from students with big dreams to leaders reshaping entire industries. They've chosen the brave path - and they're here to show you how.🚀 Why should you attend?Discover what "brave" really looks like. Meet founders and innovators who walked away from the safety net and built something meaningful - from transforming construction tech to revolutionizing food innovation to scaling sustainable energy solutions.Rewrite your own story. Learn how to identify your unique idea, navigate uncertainty, and take that leap. Whether you're thinking about entrepreneurship or just reconsidering what "career success" really means to you.Connect with your tribe. Meet fellow students, young professionals, and changemakers who are asking the same questions: What if I could create my own path? What if I could make an impact?Get inspired to be brave. In a world that often rewards playing it safe, we need more people willing to challenge the status quo. This is your moment to start thinking differently.📅 When? December 17th, 2025 | 6:00 PM 📍 Where? Festsaal 2 (Ceremonial Hall 2), LC Building, WU CampusOnce upon a time, you were just a student with a dream. What comes next? It's your story to tell - and your chance to be brave. ✨

Agenda

Check-in

Opening

Intro in Plenum and Short Panel Discussion

3 Fireside Chats in Breakout rooms (15-20 min each)

Wrap-Up in Plenum

Join us in the Entrepreneurship Center for snacks and drinks with our speakers.

Networking in the WU Entrepreneurship Center

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