Migrant Founders Monitor 2025: Diversity as a driver of innovation

Migrant Founders Monitor

The Migrant Founders Monitor 2025 shows how much migrant founders enrich the startup scene in Germany. At the same time, the study makes it clear where the ecosystem still has some catching up to do. An important read for anyone who wants to promote diversity in the start-up culture.

Female Founders Monitor 2025: A step backwards instead of forwards?

Female Founders Monitor 2025 - Rückschritt statt Aufbruch

The Female Founders Monitor 2025 clearly shows that women are still underrepresented in the German startup ecosystem – and the positive trend of recent years has been broken for the first time. At just 18.8 per cent, the proportion of female founders is lower than it has been for a long time. The study provides […]

5 ultimate leadership tips for diversity managers

Imagine being part of a team where everyone can contribute their unique perspective without fear of rejection. A team that not only celebrates diversity, but actively lives it. As a Diversity Manager, you have the power to make this vision a reality. But how do you do that?

Self-Confidence at work: being heard instead of overlooked

Selbstbewusstsein im Job: Gehört werden statt übersehen

Speaking confidently, representing ideas with self-assurance, standing up for your own achievements – a challenge for many. Women and marginalized groups in particular experience that their contributions are ignored. But is reticence the reason?

Career booster or career brake? How parental leave influences your career

Elternzeit

Parental leave is an important moment in a career that allows for intensive family time, but can also have an impact on professional careers. While some companies make it easier to return to work, structural hurdles remain in the tech industry with its fast innovation cycle and high competitive pressure.

Spotlight! on diversity to drive innovation!

Spotlight-auf-Vielfalt-um-Innovationen-voranzutreiben

Spotlight! is a venture builder that supports founders from diverse communities. We provide not only resources, but also an environment that fosters innovation and embraces diversity – with the goal of creating technology solutions that are progressive, inclusive and equitable.

Neurodiversity at work: using diversity as a strength

Neurodiversität im Job: Vielfalt als Stärke nutzen

Neurodiversity means that people think, learn and work differently. While neurodivergent employees often have exceptional strengths, many work environments are not designed to meet their needs. How can companies change this?