From the strawberry field
to his own startup show.

As a kid I was always smaller and lighter than most. I was often underestimated. Back then it got to me — today I know those very experiences shaped my drive.

Then came one setback after another. Covid brought my work in events to a near standstill. To make ends meet, I spent two years on the strawberry field. While others waited for better times, I asked myself every day how I could build a future for myself.

The road there was anything but easy.

There were failed projects, difficult partnerships, money problems and, at times, almost 120,000 euros of debt. There were moments when I was close to throwing it all in and taking the safe way back. Nobody would have blamed me.

I gave up free time, sacrificed relationships, worked through countless nights and poured almost everything I had back into my ideas. Not because I had to — but because I believe a good idea can grow into something that genuinely moves people forward.

I was often underestimated. Maybe because I think differently. Maybe also because, with ADHD, I learned to see opportunities where others only see problems. Plenty of people didn’t believe I could build something big. So I decided to believe it myself.

Not just another startup show. But a stage for people who have an idea and are ready to fight for it. For founders who don’t bring the perfect résumé, but the courage to keep going despite setbacks.

Because I know how it feels when no one believes in you. And I know how much can change when just one person gives you a chance.

My vision goes far beyond a show. I want to build companies, invest in startups and one day be the person who gives others the chance I once wished for myself.