Begib dich mit uns auf eine Reise in eine nachhaltigere Zukunft in der Eventplanung! In Österreich ist Nachhaltigkeit bei Veranstaltungen der neue Standard. Unser Toolkit, das nach dem renommierten österreichischen Umweltzeichen ausgerichtet ist, bietet wichtige Einblicke und Schritte, um deine Veranstaltung umweltfreundlich und wirkungsvoll zu gestalten. Bereit loszulegen? Dann lade gleich das Green Event Toolkit herunter und entdecke, wie simple Veränderungen die Qualität deiner Veranstaltung erheblich verbessern können. Warum grüne Veranstaltungen organisieren? Bei der Durchführung eines n ..read more

Choosing the right location for your event in Vienna can make all the difference. Vienna, with its fascinating past, cultural richness, and inspiring atmosphere, offers a wide range of stunning locations for your next event, whether it’s a corporate meeting, conference, seminar, workshop, or social event. How to pick the best event location in Vienna? We share with you how to choose the perfect business event venue. Steps to find the best event space in Vienna 1. Define your event’s purpose and requirement Before diving into the search for a venue, clearly define the purpose of your event. Is ..read more

Embark on a journey towards a more sustainable future in event planning! In Austria, embracing sustainability is the new standard for event venues. Our toolkit, aligned with the prestigious Austrian Ecolabel (Umweltzeichen), provides essential insights and steps to make your event eco-friendly and impactful. Ready to start? Download the Green Event Toolkit now and discover how simple changes can significantly enhance your event’s quality. Why organize Green events? Organizing a green event is not just about making an environmental statement; it’s about committing to quality and community resp ..read more

Farmers are a key part of society and the food systems. According to the World Bank, the agriculture sector is up to four times more effective at increasing the income of people than other industries. However, farmers around the world face diverse sets of problems. In Ghana and Rwanda, some of these issues include lack of access to tools, financing, and fair commercial practices. We spoke with Ato Kwamena, founder of LbH and a former farmer himself, about how to empower the agricultural sector and its individuals. The Oxford Business Group estimates that 7.3 million individuals operate a farm ..read more

Due to growing environmental concerns, there has been an increasing demand for eco-conscious practices across various industries. One area where this shift is particularly evident is in event planning and management.  Recognizing the need to align with sustainable practices, Climate Lab proudly announced its recent achievement of the Austrian Ecolabel for Green Meetings and Green Events. This marks a significant milestone in Climate Lab’s commitment to hosting green events and fostering environmentally friendly practices within its space.      View this post on Instagram ..read more

Smaller businesses in the EU make up 99% of all businesses and provide around three-quarters of all jobs. A lively small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) sector including the newly founded startups is crucial for a healthy market economy and a functioning society. With their flexible and agile structures compared to larger corporations, they are more open to change. However, due to their limited resources, whether financial maturity or the lack of human resources, social start-ups, and SMEs are slower to adapt to new regulations and structural changes in the global markets. Nevertheless, the ..read more

You might know Impact Hub Vienna as the inspiring, cozy event space with the crooked chandelier in the entrance area. Hopefully, you have attended one of our memorable events. I still remember the first legendary wine-down that I took part in 10 years ago at Impact Hub Vienna. I immediately fell for the vibe of this large community of individuals who try to make the world a better place for all. Only when I started to work at Impact Hub Vienna, a decade later, and I got a look behind the curtains, I discovered a more hidden cornerstone of this spirit: Impact Hub’s acceleration programs.&n ..read more

To kick off the International Women’s Day celebrations, Impact Hub Vienna hosted a panel of female founders and artists sharing insights and challenges about their entrepreneurial journey. Teresa Tramontana, the community manager of Impact Hub Vienna, DEI expert, and co-founder of Commonground, moderated the conversation with four inspiring entrepreneurs. Among the panelists, there’s Astrid Aschenbrenner (aka Wienerkind), Bettina Steinbrugger, Ines Antic, and Marlene Frauscher. Astrid is a content creator, activist, and founder of the slow fashion brand Einzelstück and a member of the organiza ..read more

In the entrepreneurial world, defining one’s path is crucial. Nadine’s story as the founder of Montreet stands out for crafting a business that embodies coherence, rebellion, and a strong adherence to personal values. Her approach challenges the status quo and establishes a standard for sustainable fashion. On a sustainable mission Nadine’s journey into entrepreneurship began with research, laying a solid foundation in fashion sustainability. “Before launching my brand, I spent about four years researching, starting around 2016,” she shares. This deep dive provided her with comprehensive insig ..read more

According to Statistics Austria, in 2022, 17.5% of the population was at risk of poverty or social exclusion. The government’s efforts to lower this percentage are extensive and available to the population; however, most of the time, the support is not easily accessible and sometimes does not reach the beneficiaries. Nina Ameseder, Taraneh Abdelrahimsai, Ouassim Fari and Nadja Maringer identified this problem and created a solution called UseYourRight – an AI-based assistance that supports applying for social subsidies. We spoke with the founders about their solution to increase social justice ..read more