The Kitchen is the biggest startup hub at Aarhus University. We help students and researchers build the startup of their dreams. We host more than +30 events a year, including inspirational talks, networking and social events, investor events, workshops for startups and pitch sessions. This podcast will feature live conversations where entrepreneurs share inspiring stories and advice from across various industries. You'll learn about the challenges and triumphs they faced, the lessons they learned, and their guidance for aspiring entrepreneurs.
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May 10, 202538 min
From Challenge to Change: Building a Startup That Makes a Difference /// Morning talk with Jacob Nielsen from Unihelper
How do you turn a personal challenge into a scalable business that helps thousands? And what does it take to balance entrepreneurship with personal well-being?Find out in this inspiring episode recorded on the 30th of April, featuring Jacob Nielsen, founder of unihelper.io. Despite never seeing himself as an entrepreneur, Jacob was driven by a desire to help others and ended up creating a platform that connects students in study groups from day one. Join us as Jacob shares his journey from student to founder, the lessons learned along the way, and how he discovered that entrepreneurship is not just about business—it’s about making a real difference.Your Key Takeaways:✅ Turning a personal challenge into a scalable business.✅ The role of community in entrepreneurship.✅ Balancing growth and personal well-being.
April 19, 202539 min
Startup Teams with Michael Wiatr from Antler
In this episode of ‘Investor Readiness’ Katja Meyer talks to Michael Wiatr, Partner at the venture fund Antler, about:… why investors rarely invest in solo founders… the roles of the startup founder team… how to find and align with cofounders Follow us on our different channels to learn moreFacebookInstagramOur Website
April 12, 202530 min
Building an AI-Startup as a Student /// Morning talk with CAIO Maria Hvid, co-founder of Neurospace
How do you turn machine learning expertise into a sustainable business while still being a student? Listen to thisa Morning Talk with CAIO (Chief AI Officer) Maria Hvid, co-founder of Neurospace and alumna from The Kitchen. Maria shares her incredible journey of launching Neurospace while studying Global Management and Manufacturing at AU Herning. She transformed her passion for machine learning into a thriving AI startup that now boasts 10 employees and serves notable clients such as Kredsløb, Danish Crown, and Green Energy Scandinavia.Neurospace specializes in predictive analytics and anomaly detection, helping industries optimize operations through data-driven insights. Maria will discuss the challenges and triumphs of building and scaling Neurospace from a student startup into a successful company. She will offer insights into bridging the gap between technology and business, and the importance of industry partnerships in driving innovation.KEY TAKEAWAYS:🔹 What it takes to build a machine learning startup from scratch.🔹 Key challenges in building a business while you study.🔹 Insights into working with industry partners to drive innovation.ABOUT NEUROSPACE:Neurospace helps businesses unlock the potential of their data through machine learning. Specializing in time series analysis and anomaly detection, they develop AI-driven solutions for predictive maintenance, process optimization, and automation. By combining deep technical expertise with real-world application, Neurospace enables companies to make smarter, data-driven decisions.Don't miss this episode to learn how Maria's entrepreneurial spirit and strategic vision have shaped Neurospace into a leading AI company. Follow us on our different channels to learn moreFacebookInstagramOur Website
March 29, 202536 min
Metrics with Magnus Stagsted from People Ventures
In this episode of ‘Investor Readiness’Katja Meyer talks to Magnus Stagsted, Principal at the venture fund PeopleVentures, about:… whatmetrics are and why they are important to startups… different types of metrics to use in you startup... why you shouldn’t employ all the feedback you get from investorsWhether you're an early-stage founder or scaling your business, this episode is packed with practical insights to help you navigate the investor landscape. Tune in and get ready to take your startup to the next level! Follow us on our different channels to learn moreFacebookInstagramOur Website
March 16, 202531 min
Merging Researchers and Entrepreneurs /// Morning talk with Martin Torp, PhD, and Anders Søndergaard, co-founders of Coana
How do you transform a research-based spinout into a scalable business with a commercial edge? And why might bringing a commercial entrepreneurial profile into the mix as a co-founder be a game-changer?In this episode Martin will share his journey transitioning from researcher to entrepreneur and highlight the importance of building the right teamAnders will offer insights from his perspective as Coana's newest commercial co-founder, bringing entrepreneurial expertise to the table. You’ll also learn about The Kitchen’s new matchmaking service, inspired by Coana’s success story Follow us on our different channels to learn moreFacebookInstagramOur Website
December 11, 202438 min
From scientific discovery to commercial solution /// Morning talk with Marcela Mendoza-Suárez from SymbioMatch
Are you a curious on how you make a tangible impact with your reserach beyond academia?
Listen to this Morning Talk with Marcela Mendoza-Suárez, a postdoc at Aarhus University and founder of SymbioMatch, a biotech startup working with sustainable agriculture.
Marcela’s entrepreneurial journey began with a wish to bridge research and real-world application.
After years of molecular biology research and a
couple of entrepreneurial idea she founded SymbioMatch to bring her biofertilizer technology to market, revolutionizing the agricultural industry and driving the transition to more sustainable food production.
In this Morning Talk Marcela will share her experience of transforming her scientific discoveries into a spin-out and how she navigates to build a business while still conducting research.
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November 17, 202432 min
Documents and Data Rooms with Pernille Fransen from Business Angels
In this episode of ‘Investor Readiness’ Katja Meyer talks to investor and business angel Pernille Frandsen about:
… which documents you need to have to be investor ready
… how to build your data room, where to put it and who to let in
… why energy and grit are must haves for Pernille when investing
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November 2, 202435 min
The slow paced entrepeneur /// Morning talk with Rebekka Gustafson
Do you want to explore a new way of entrepreneurship? One that prioritizes mental health and physical well-being over the hustle culture of endless hours and constant pressure. Listen to this Morning Talk with Rebekka Gustafson, founder of HUMAN ATHLETE and the podcast Bag Eliten, where she interviews top athletes about the human side behind their elite performance.
Rebekka’s journey is far from conventional. As a former top athlete and corporate success, she realized that the high-pressure environments of both sports and business were not aligned with her values or her personal well-being. Instead, she embraced a slower pace in life and business, leading her to become an entrepreneur on her own terms. Through her podcast and work, she has created a space where mental health and a balanced life is key.
In this Morning Talk, Rebekka shares how she transitioned from an elite swimmer to a solo entrepreneur, founding Bag Eliten in 2022.
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October 5, 202432 min
Valuation and convertible notes with Claus Kristensen from Accelerace
In this episode of ‘Investor Readiness’ Katja Meyer talks to Claus Kristensen, partner at the venture fund Accelerace, about:… how to - and not to - figure out your valuation as an early stage startup… how to postpone the valuation with a convertible note… the importance of a complete team and leadership skills
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September 25, 202438 min
The Idealistic Entrepeneur /// Morning talk with Jimmy Engelbrecht Sørensen from Workfeed
How do you build a fast scaling tech startup with a team of only 7 members and maintain a work week of four days?
We invited CFO of Workfeed Jimmy Engelbrecht Sørensen to this morning talk.
Founded six years ago out of pure necessity, Workfeed emerged from the service industry with a mission to create the ideal scheduling solution.
While working af the resturant "Flammen", the founders noticed that existing solutions didn't really work.
In response, they built a user-friendly system that balances the needs of the workforce with the demands of the business. By simplifying the scheduling process, they help employers optimize labor costs, enhance their work environment, and achieve outstanding business results. Companies using Workfeed save up to 80% of their scheduling time.
Workfeed’s co-founder, Jimmy Engelbrecht Sørensen, will share their secrets to success. Hear firsthand how their engaged core team of 7 team members drives innovation and high-paced progress, while working a 4-day
workweek with time for reflection
Hosted by Signe Trier Simonsen and recorded live at The Kitchen, Aarhus Universitys startup hub
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