weXelerate – Building the leading ecosystem for innovation in Austria

Founded in 2017, weXelerate is Austria's leading innovation ecosystem dedicated to fostering collaboration between established corporations, startups, investors, the public sector and academic institutions.

Our Mission

We offer space for innovators, facilitate collaboration, and empower people and organizations to maximize their innovation potential.

The Hub

Our 9,000 m² innovation hub is located at Praterstraße 1 in Vienna's second district, housed in the design tower by French architect Jean Nouvel.

The space features:

• OFFICE SPACES:
  • Private offices and co-working areas hosting over 40 resident companies ranging from startups to corporate innovation units and investment firms.
• EVENT SPACES:
  • Spaces for large scale events as well as meetings, conferences, hackathons and more.

The Ecosystem

Through our membership-based model, we connect corporates, startups, and innovators across industries. We provide curated knowledge, trend insights, educational formats, and structured innovation programs that enable companies to stay ahead in a rapidly changing business environment.

Our Values

Community, Creative Power, Diversity, and Cooperation drive everything we do. We believe innovation flourishes through exchange and openness, not in silos.

Our Impact

Since 2017, weXelerate has supported hundreds of startups through accelerator programs and corporate innovation initiatives, including success stories like N26 and Bitpanda, establishing ourselves as a key player in Austria's startup and innovation landscape.