Public Makers Bootcamp
In Partnership with TUM Think Tank and GovTech Campus we aim to introduce students to the public sector and the field of public entrepreneurship. Students can learn more about public administration, governance, and entrepreneurial approaches to solving societal challenges.
Speakers: Markus Siewert (Managing Director TUM Think Tank), Lisa Steigertahl (Microsoft), Ibrahim Köran (Heliad AG), Flora Geske (SUMM AI), Ben Gläser (FörderFunke), Jens M. (GovTech Campus Deutschland), Susanna Karademirci (Vote Rookie), Gunda Ehmke (Data Innovation Lab), Marlen Jurisch (Hochschule München University of Applied Sciences), Jana Janze (Janze & Janze), Michael Stockerl (Digital Product School by UnternehmerTUM).
An overview of learnings:
Public entrepreneurs are change agents who drive transformation for the public good. They operate both inside and outside public administration, utilizing state-of-the-art innovation tools and identifying freedoms within the system to experiment - Markus Siewert
It’s important to train the next generation of leaders at the intersection of technology, society, and politics. These leaders will be crucial in breaking down silos and bringing new ideas to life, creating cross-sectoral ecosystems that can drive innovation in the public sector - Markus Siewert
Mission-driven innovation is important, because it helps the public sector organizations redefine their purpose and role to meet new societal needs. Whether it's introducing new services, establishing partnerships, or rethinking policy approaches, innovation must be embedded in a broader ecosystem of stakeholders - Markus Siewert
Dare to forge your own path: A learning from Lisa Steigertahl, who encouraged us to challenge the status quo and be bold in our approaches. Success often lies in the courage to take risks and trust in our own vision.
Partnerships are essential: Another learning from Lisa Steigertahl, who emphasized the need or startups looking to break into the public sector, partnerships with established companies provide the credibility and support needed to succeed in a complex market.
Build for Society: Innovation always has a social impact. The public sector offers a huge opportunity for businesses to contribute to societal well-being, alongside generating profits - Ibrahim Köran
Untapped market potential: The public sector and GovTech represent vast, underutilized markets that are ripe for innovation. To meet the growing needs of the public, technological adoption in government functions is crucial, and this is where startups can play a transformative role - Ibrahim Köran
