Uniting the ecosystem 

Situated in the heart of Copenhagen, Matrikel1 is the central hub for startups, investors, and ecosystem players like TechBBQ. Founded by Mesh Community in 2018, Matrikel1 benefits from being 1 of 4 Nordic hubs with +250.000 yearly visitors, +100.000 so-me followers, +5000 members, and +1700 yearly events.

Busses, passes, & benefits for TechBBQ participants

For this year’s TechBBQ we will have buses to and from the TechBBQ venue, badge pick-up, and special deals for ticket-holders at Matrikel1 both days. In other words, Matrikel1 will be the natural meeting point and perfect spot to host your meetups, receptions, dinners, and side-events during TechBBQ. Reach out to Aya at aya@meshcommunity.com to get involved.

Join the Pre-party

For the first time ever, TechBBQ and Mesh will host an official pre-party on September 10. Join us when 300-500 guests will kick-off TechBBQ with a huge party at Matrikel1. There’s limited capacity so make sure you register and come early!

Our programme

Sep 10: Mesh x TechBBQ Pre-Party (at Matrikel1, open for all TechBBQ participants)

Sep 11: Venture Breakfast
Matrikel1, 8-9:00 – Invite Only (waiting list below) 

Our highly demanded Venture Breakfast is back! This time, we invite 150 founders and investors to explore the state of the Nordic VC scene to kick-off TechBBQ in the best way together. The event will consist of networking, breakfast, a short panel with some of the coolest VCs and end with buses taking everyone to TechBBQ from our venue together.

The event is invite only, but some seats might become available to ensure we have the best ratio of founders and investors. Sign up for the waiting list below to show interest.

Sep 11: The Hub: Why startups are winning talent
TechBBQ, Garden Stage, 12:30

Mesh and The Hub will host a session on why startups are winning talent in 2024. Hear from the CEO of The Hub and from VEO, Hobbii, Kanpla, and Twentythree on why startups are winning talent in 2024. 

Sep 11: Mesh Investor Meetup x Danske Growth 🍸
TechBBQ, Investor’s Lounge, 14:30

Together with Danske Growth, we invite all investors to join us in the Investor’s Lounge for Espresso Martinis and networking. 

Sep 12: Funding in Tough Times 

TechBBQ, Garden Stage, 12:30

It’s not 2019 anymore and getting funding is not as easy as it used to be – so how do you fundraise in 2024? Get the latest data on fundraising in the Nordics with Mesh and Skyfall, explore alternative loan opportunities with Danske Growth, and hear how Hans Augustenborg, co-founder of Birdie, raised $500.000 on Kickstarter in 30 days. Join us in the Garden on Day 2!

Sep 12: Mesh Investor Meetup 🍸

TechBBQ, Investor’s Lounge, 14:30

We invite all investors for Espresso Martinis, network, and more! Join us in the Investor’s Lounge on Day 2. There’ll be a surprise too 👀