The First Cohort starts 30.04.2026!
Join a supportive, international founder community bridging Berlin’s startup energy with Brandenburg’s creative focus. Completely free! Only 18 seats available.
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Who Impact Sprint Lab is for
Your idea matters. We help you make it real – with AI and Tech-for-Good tools in a free Incubator program.
At Impact Sprint Lab, AI becomes your copilot, nocode tools your fast lane, and human coaching your safety net — so you move from idea to execution without tech hurdles.
First-time and non-technical entrepreneurs
International founders
Purpose-driven teams aligned with the SDGs of the United Nations
What Makes Impact Sprint Lab Special
Personalized 1:1 Kick-Off with Human AI Head Coaches
Start tailored, not generic. Experienced head coaches and mentors combine tech-driven insights with hands-on expertise to set you up for sustainable success.
One Immersive Retreat - Your Safe Space to Connect
Our retreat in Beeskow (Brandenburg) welcomes early-stage founders — including international founders and those with migration backgrounds — to gain clarity, confidence, and community.
Build Ventures That Truly Matter
Shape ideas that solve real social and environmental challenges, aligned with SDGs and a practical Theory of Change, so activities lead to measurable long-term outcomes.
Tech Without Barriers
Not a tech expert? Perfect. We make AI and no-code tools your secret weapon for rapid prototyping and validation — accessible for everyone, regardless of background.
A Program That Fits Your Life
Work, studies, family? Our hybrid structure — two retreats plus remote sprints — gives you flexibility without losing depth or momentum.
Empowering YOU as a Gamechanger
We strengthen your confidence, leadership, and resilience, so you grow as a founder and as a changemaker — especially when navigating new cultures and systems.
Spring/Summer Cohort 2026 Program & Key Dates
Our approach combines practical, outcome-driven workshops with expert briefings on topics most important to founders – from navigating local bureaucracy and founding structures to brand building and funding. This technical foundation is supplemented by dedicated personal development sessions, peer-to-peer learning, and one-on-one coaching to build founder resilience and leadership identity while navigating clear program outcomes.
In addition to the key dates below, regular remote sessions are held between each onsite meetup to maintain momentum, deepen learning, and keep the cohort connected throughout the program.
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April 23, 2026
Pre-Onboarding (remote)
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April 30, 2026
Kick-Off (in-person)
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May 21, 2026
Onsite Meetup (in-person)
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June 25, 2026
Onsite Meetup (in-person)
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July 18–19, 2026
ISL Retreat (in-person)
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July 30, 2026
Demo Day (in-person)
What ISL Founders Will Walk Away With
Validated Prototype
Build, test, and iterate your MVP with real user feedback.
Pitch & Pitch Deck
Refine your pitch and presentation deck to be investor-ready.
Impact Business Model
Develop your embedded impact Business Model Canvas, and evolve your pricing strategy, revenue streams, financial plan.
Go-to-Market Strategy
Run channel experiments, establish customer & stakeholder segments, and develop your traction playbook.
Impact Thesis
Define an SDG-aligned impact strategy, develop your Theory of Change, learn how to measure impact, and tell a compelling impact story.
Founder Growth
Understand your why and develop practical founder skills such as leadership, branding, legal & operations, and funding literacy.
What you will Learn
Impact & Sustainability – Turn your vision into measurable impact
- SDG mapping & stakeholder outcomes
- Theory of Change & Impact Mapping
- KPI design & learning loops
Validation & Prototyping – Validate fast Build early. Learn quickly
- Problem interviews & assumption testing
- Nocode prototyping & usability tests
- AI-assisted research & insights synthesis
Business Model & Go-to-Market – Shape a viable, real-world business model
- Business model design & pricing
- Traction channels & GTM experiments
- Partnerships & lightweight fundraising
Founder Identity & Empowerment – Empowering YOU, not just your business
- Leadership & decision frameworks
- Resilience, confidence & habits
- Inclusive communication & crosscultural navigation
Coaches & Community
Work with Human AI Head Coaches who guide you through every stage — with insightful workshops, interactive Q&A sessions, and personalized 1:1 coaching.
Join a supportive, international founder community bridging Berlin’s startup energy with Brandenburg’s creative focus.
Claudia Andrea Brasche
Project Manager
Yamile Vargas
Head of Venture Building & Community Manager
Regine Haschka-Helmer
Head Coachin
Anisha Mohil
Lead Impact Coachin
Gernot Diaz
Marketing Manager
Sandra Aguirre
Social Media Manager
Angela Präuner
Administration
Participants from 2023
In 2023, the Impact Sprint Lab had its first debut and was able to capture the excitement of many entrepreneurs.
Lena Leis
TechBloomz
Sometimes you need to take some decision fast and rely on your gut feeling. I rather try to gather knowledge and connections in the social entrepreneurship area and happy that I got accepted with TechBloomz to the Impact Sprint Lab.
Bruna Silva
International Women in Berlin
Thank you so much for all the support and knowledge! Also, amazing people envolved on the whole process, it was great being part of it!
Tom Garber
Hope for Men
It was also amazing to see how many amazing female founders with important social products took part in the incubator. This is the change that the tech industry needs.
Completely free, Funded by
Impact Sprint Lab is supported by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWi) and co‑funded by the European Union under the ESF+ programme. The programme is implemented on behalf of the funding authority by Ibykus AG.
Frequently asked questions
Who can join the Impact Sprint Lab?
Our incubator program is designed for early-stage founders and teams whose ideas aim to create measurable social or environmental impact. This includes:
- International founders
- First-time and non-tech entrepreneurs
- Purpose-driven teams aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- If you want to turn your vision into a venture that truly matters, ISL is for you.
How is the program structured?
Impact Sprint Lab is a hybrid program combining:
Two immersive retreats in Beeskow (Brandenburg)
Remote sprints with workshops and coaching sessions
You’ll get access to:
AI-powered tools and templates
Community tool for resources and mentor interaction
A Demo Day to showcase your validated idea
What is the goal of Impact Sprint Lab?
Our mission is to help founders turn ideas into measurable impact. We guide you through:
- Validating your concept
- Building a prototype
- Designing a sustainable business model
- Strengthening your founder identity
- All while ensuring your venture contributes to social and environmental change.
Is participation free of charge?
Yes! Thanks to public funding, participation in Impact Sprint Lab is free of charge for accepted founders.
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Are you ready to make an Impact?
Apply now if you are:
An early-stage founder with a purpose-driven idea
A first-time or non-technical founder
An international entrepreneur looking for an inclusive, practical program
Building a venture focused on measurable social or environmental impact
Motivated to learn, test, and grow your idea through hands-on support