Humboldt-Innovation cooperates with Handelsblatt Global Edition

Series launched presenting Berlin’s startup scene

Humboldt-Innovation (HI), the technology transfer office of Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin (HU), is an indispensable support unit for academic startups and an active member of the vibrant and international entrepreneurship scene in Berlin.

Handelsblatt is Germany’s leading business and financial newspaper. Since the mid-20th century it has been providing news and in-depth information about Europe’s largest Economy in German. Handelsblatt Global Edition (HGE) strives to provide this service globally in an English-language online magazine.

HGE’s new series will be presenting Berlin’s startup scene on 8 selected examples. Experience Berlin’s vibrant and innovative startup scene and learn more about the entrepreneurs, their products and daily challenges.

Berlin´s Startup Scene #1 Outfittery: www.humboldt-innovation.de/en/HandelsblattGlobalEdition.html

Handelsblatt Global Edition editor Chelsea Spieker visited Outfittery, a men’s clothing specialist that employs stylists instead of salespeople. With an international staff of over 200, the company hopes to change the way men shop by offering a more curated experience. An inside look reveals a solid business model – but also room for improvement.