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M01N Startup Camp: reflections The M01N Starup Camp was an unexpected opportunity. We received a message via a network close to Christmas. We applied either way, got selected for attending. We were so happy. Then, we got a message during New Year: “ […] it is really cool what you do. […] We would be pleased to give you a booth. Of course, I am wishing you a great start into 2026 too.” We got selected for our own booth at the M01N Startup Camp. Honestly, we could not believe it. It would be our very first exhibition in a foreign country. Before, we only exhibited within Germany, where we are based. We were so excited and simply grateful. The preparations were intense. We knew that not only many other amazing founders will attend but also serial entrepreneurs and great investors. So, we thought of new, more creative approaches to make a good impression. We wanted to communicate our vision for “responsible recycling” of electronics. Well, it was totally worth it. Founders, professionals and investors not only talked with us but also gave feedback and/or wanted to stay in touch. And yes, it was inspiring to listen to the vision of other founders too- it was a little bit like scrolling on the INSPIRED platform. At the end, our biggest learning was that applying either way can of course, result in a rejection but not even trying will definitely result in one.