Stefanie Unger

Head of Factory Network Fund
Factory Network
Stefanie Unger is currently setting up the new fund for Factory. She is five-time author, most recently of “Future Proof – How to Secure Your Company a Space in Tomorrow’s World.” Stefanie supports start ups on their funding efforts and serves on multiple advisory boards. Recognized as one of Wirtschaftswoche’s “35 Young Elites under 35” and among the “50 most important women in business” by Young Woman’s Magazine, she has been featured widely in international media. In addition, Stefanie is a board member of International Justice Mission Germany, serves on the Ethics Board of CORRECTIV, is part of the jury for the Greentech Festival, and recently joined the TEDx Berlin board.

Sessions

6 Sep 2025 – 17:00
Dream Stage (Hall 25)
45 min
Pitch Battle 2025: Breakthrough Battle - Welcoming the Challengers
On IFA’s Dream Stage, ten bold startups face off in the Breakthrough Battle. A fast-paced pitch competition judged on vision, validation, innovation, and that intangible challenger spirit.
Speakers M. Cassese, S. Knittel (Jung von Matt START), J. Monaco (teech), S. Unger (Factory Network)
Language: English
AI
Connectivity
Robotics
Software
Wearables
IFA Next
Audio
Communication & Connectivity
Fitness & Digital Health
Home & Entertainment
Smart Home
7 Sep 2025 – 17:00
Dream Stage (Hall 25)
45 min
Pitch Battle 2025: Breakthrough Battle - The Finale
The IFA Pitch Battle reaches its final stage as the selected startups return to the Dream Stage. In this decisive round, they will present their refined pitches and engage in a deeper Q&A with the jury. At the end of the session, one startup will be announced as the winner, receiving a free booth at IFA Next 2026.
Speakers M. Cassese, S. Knittel (Jung von Matt START), J. Monaco (teech), S. Unger (Factory Network)
Language: English
IFA Next