Reimagine
Human
Experience
Make a Difference
with Code, Creativity,
and Commerce
The Value of Human Experience
in the Age of AI
Join us in Berlin for an evening of startup pitches and discussions on how science, technology, and art intersect with the human experience in the age of AI.
Date: Thursday, December 3, 2026
Time: 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Location: BBC HUB, Lohmeyerstraße 4, 10587 Berlin-Charlottenburg
Organizers: eye square GmbH & BLACK BUSINESS & CAREER HUB (BBC Hub)
Moderation: Frederick Alloh, eye square
Startup Pitch Night brings together ambitious entrepreneurs, scientists, and investors!
Be there when tomorrow’s leaders showcase their visions, pitch to a jury of experts, and help shape the future of tech and business. Expect industry insights, networking opportunities, and an atmosphere where creative exchange takes center stage. Whether you’re a founder, investor, tech enthusiast, or simply curious about what’s next, this is the place to meet like-minded people!
Please register by December 1, 2026, to secure your spot.
Want to Pitch?
Are you a startup founder, scientist, social entrepreneur, or artist with a strong idea? Apply now for the chance to take the stage, pitch your business live, and gain visibility. We invite selected startups to present to our jury and audience.
Format: 10 minutes pitch + 5 minutes Q&A
Cash Prizes for the Top 3 Startups
1st Prize: €500
2nd Prize: €300
3rd Prize: €200
Application deadline: Tuesday, December 1, 2026
Spontaneous pitches are possible, limited to 5 minutes.
What to expect
Startup Pitches
Founders, scientists, and artists present the business ideas they are building.
Expert Jury & Live Feedback
Leaders from the startup scene, academia, and market research give honest feedback and choose the winning team.
Community Networking
Connect with Berlin’s tech, market research, and academic community to move your next big idea forward.
Agenda
6:00 PM Doors open
6:30 PM Stage program begins, with an opening by Michael Schiessl (CEO, eye square) and Achille Kingni (Founder of the BBC Hub Berlin and Board of Directors, Afrodealing e.V.)
8:30 PM Stage program ends, networking starts
9:00 PM Event ends
Meet the Jury
Our expert jury brings together leaders from the startup scene, B2B companies, and corporate innovation to evaluate each pitch and share their insights.
Dr. Friedrich Jacobi, CFO & Partner at eye square, has maintained close ties with eye square for 20 years and was the first external investor to help establish the market research firm. Since then, Friedrich has consistently provided important impetus to the company. As a passionate finance expert with a background in international business, he spent 20 years working at the executive and board level in the life sciences sector, including for pharmaceutical and medical technology companies.
Achille Kingni is an entrepreneur and IT engineer. As Chairman of Afrodealing e.V., he initiated the Black Business & Career Hub Berlin (BBC Hub), which opened with funding from the State of Berlin, to advance economic opportunities for Black and minority entrepreneurs and professionals. He brings extensive experience in international project management, product development and digital transformation, combining corporate leadership with entrepreneurial experience. His work connects companies, institutions and communities to turn untapped potential into business opportunities and inclusive economic growth.
Malte-Friedrich Freska, Co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer, draws on his extensive experience in market research to lead the “Partner Panel” and “Data Solutions” divisions at horizoom. He served as Chief Digital Officer at GapFish GmbH and has worked as a market researcher for various agencies and institutes. He holds a diploma in psychology and speaks at (inter)national conferences, e.g. for BVM on topics including “AI in Market Research.”
More jurors will be announced soon.
Sponsor
About the Organizers
eye square & the Human Experience Family
eye square is a pioneer in implicit market research and human experience research. Since 1999, we have been consulting and conducting research in UX, shopper, brand and media, and developing our own research technology. The Human Experience Family (HXF) is a network and event series in Berlin that brings together startups, researchers, creatives, and experts from technology, commerce, and human experience research.
BBC Hub Berlin (Black Business & Career Hub)
The BBC Hub Berlin was officially launched in August 2026 to connect Black founders, professionals, and entrepreneurs with career opportunities and business contacts. The network aims to promote the long-term success of the German economy and economic participation through targeted mentoring and the establishment of sustainable institutional access.
The platform is connected to Afrodealing Consulting and the Afrodealing e.V. nonprofit in Berlin, which promotes equal opportunities for disadvantaged groups through economic and educational programs, mentoring and counselling, and development initiatives.
Welcome to the Family
Our community of individuals is dedicated to improving the human experience through the power of creativity, commerce, and technology.
Our goal is to provide a platform that inspires and empowers people to unlock their full potential and bring their ideas to life.
We offer a range of intellectual and monetary investments, including seed funding, academic and intellectual exchange opportunities, free training and education, and start-up advice. Our network of industry experts is available to provide accounting and funding tips, as well as decades of wisdom to help guide you on your journey.
Hosted by eye square, a provider of human experience technologies, we are proud to offer a space where individuals can come together to share ideas, network, and collaborate. Our focus is on helping members save the world, have fun, and earn money, all while improving the human experience for everyone.
We invite you to join us and become part of a community that shares your passion for innovation and making a positive impact on the world. With Human Experience Family, you’ll have the tools you need to succeed and the support of a community of like-minded individuals. Start your journey today and discover what’s possible.