Be at the heart of the Franco-German tech ecosystem
Join La French Tech in Germany Awards 2026 as a sponsor, partner or participating startup and connect with founders, investors, corporates, institutions and ecosystem leaders from France and Germany.
Choose how you want to join the Awards
Companies and institutions can become official partners of the event. Startups can take part in a dedicated afternoon and evening programme combining mentoring, visibility, awards and networking.
Become a sponsor
Position your brand in front of leading founders, investors, corporates, public institutions and Franco-German decision-makers.
Explore sponsorship opportunitiesJoin the startup experience
Meet the French Foreign Trade Advisors in Germany, showcase your startup, attend the Awards ceremony and build new relationships during the networking cocktail.
Discover the startup packageA direct gateway to the Franco-German tech community
French Tech Berlin connects the French and German innovation ecosystems and creates opportunities for startups, investors, corporates and institutions to collaborate across borders.
From strategic mentoring to celebration
The programme creates a continuous journey from high-value strategic conversations to startup visibility, recognition and informal networking.
Startup × CCE mentoring
Selected startups meet members of the Conseillers du Commerce extérieur de la France in Germany for targeted exchanges on international growth, market entry, partnerships and business development.
Startup exhibition
Guests arrive and discover participating startups in a dedicated exhibition space at the Embassy of France.
Awards ceremony
Finalists and winners are celebrated on stage across six categories representing the diversity of the Franco-German innovation ecosystem.
Networking cocktail
Continue the conversation with founders, investors, corporates, institutions, jury members and partners in an informal setting.
A complete Franco-German startup experience
The startup package is designed for ambitious companies seeking strategic guidance, visibility and meaningful access to the people shaping business and innovation between France and Germany.
Strategic CCE mentoring
Exchange with experienced business leaders from the network of French Foreign Trade Advisors in Germany and discuss market entry, scaling and international development.
Startup exhibition
Present your solution in the dedicated exhibition space and engage directly with the event’s founders, investors, corporate leaders and institutional guests.
Awards ceremony
Attend the Franco-German tech Awards and discover the startups, investors and partnerships recognised by the jury.
Networking cocktail
Develop new relationships with potential clients, partners, investors, mentors and ecosystem representatives.
Startup Experience Package
Includes participation in the CCE mentoring session, access to the startup exhibition, the Awards ceremony and the networking cocktail. Capacity is limited and participation is subject to confirmation.
Celebrating the stories connecting France and Germany
Each category highlights a strategic dimension of the Franco-German innovation and investment ecosystem.
Creative
The startup redefining the creative and cultural economy across France and Germany.
Impact
The startup turning the Franco-German green transition into a business opportunity.
Sovereignty
The startup contributing to Europe’s strategic autonomy in areas such as cyber, AI, defence or semiconductors.
Corporate ⇄ Startups
The best corporate-startup partnership bridging the French and German ecosystems.
Investors
The investor or fund doing the most to connect French and German capital.
Coup de cœur
The jury’s wildcard and the most compelling Franco-German story of the year.
Why sponsor the French Tech Awards 2026?
Sponsorship places your organisation at the centre of a highly visible Franco-German event combining innovation, public affairs, investment, entrepreneurship and cross-border cooperation.
Associate your organisation with one of Europe’s most active and internationally connected technology communities.
Gain visibility with founders, VCs, corporates, institutions, ambassadors, ministries and ecosystem leaders.
Build relationships in a concentrated, high-level environment at the Embassy of France in Berlin.
Access communication through French Tech communities, newsletters, social media and French and German ecosystem channels.
Choose the level of visibility that fits your objectives
Availability is limited to one Platinum partner, six Award Sponsors and three Supporting partners.
Platinum
- Logo on the event photowall
- Logo on the programme, slides, invitation and website
- Four-minute interview video produced and published by French Tech Berlin
- Mention in the newsletter
- Dedicated LinkedIn post from French Tech Berlin
- One LinkedIn post from each French Tech Germany community
- Seat on the final jury
- Community Breakfast slot with the French Tech community of your choice
Award Sponsor
- Logo on the event photowall
- Logo on the programme, slides, invitation and website
- Mention in the newsletter
- Dedicated LinkedIn post from French Tech Berlin
- Seat on the final jury
- Present the category winner on stage
- Interview video
- Community Breakfast slot
Supporting
- Logo on the programme, slides, invitation and website
- Dedicated LinkedIn post from French Tech Berlin
- Logo on the photowall
- Newsletter mention
- Seat on the jury
- Present a winner on stage
- Interview video
- Community Breakfast slot
| Benefit | Platinum | Award Sponsor | Supporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Branding | |||
| Logo on the photowall | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Logo on programme, slides, invitation and website | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Four-minute interview video produced and published by French Tech Berlin | ✓ | — | — |
| Communication | |||
| Mention in the newsletter | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| LinkedIn post about your organisation from French Tech Berlin | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| LinkedIn post from each participating French Tech Germany community | ✓ | — | — |
| Award and stage | |||
| Seat on the final jury | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Present the winner on stage | — | ✓ | — |
| Community Breakfast slot with the French Tech community of your choice | ✓ | — | — |
| Price | €8,000 | €6,500 | €4,000 |
From applications to the Awards stage
Being nominated is already a distinction. Nominees and finalists benefit from recognition before the winners are announced.
Save the date
The event and its categories are announced to the ecosystem.
Applications
Startups apply directly or through French Tech Germany communities and partner channels.
Pre-jury
French Tech Germany chapters review applications and identify finalists.
Finalists announced
Three finalists per award category are announced publicly.
Final jury
An expert jury selects the winner in each category.
Awards evening
Winners are welcomed on stage at the Embassy of France in Berlin.
Practical information
Who can become a sponsor?
Who is the startup package intended for?
Does the startup package automatically include an Award nomination?
Is the startup package price published?
Where does the event take place?
Are sponsorship places limited?
Ten partners. One evening. The whole Franco-German ecosystem in the room.
Contact the French Tech Berlin sponsorship team to discuss availability, category sponsorship, supporting partnerships or the Startup Experience Package.
Secretary General · Sponsorship & Partnerships
French Tech Berlin
tanguy@frenchtechberlin.com
+49 1520 510 7296
