Startups & Innovation Area - Exhibitor Application

DMEA is “The Place2Be” for startups and young, innovative companies—and you're part of it!

DMEA sign for the Startups & Innovation area with floor plan and attendees in the background

Today's Vision – Tomorrow's Reality

Secure your spot in the Startups & Innovation Area now

The DMEA Startups & Innovation Area offers young companies the ideal platform to present their digital health solutions to a broad audience of industry professionals and to meet potential customers, investors, and strong partners. More than 85 startups successfully showcased their work at the last DMEA Startups & Innovation Area.

This makes DMEA the perfect place for startups to gain visibility, gather feedback, and build lasting networks.

Criteria for your participation

  • Startups should be no more than 5 years old (Expansion)

  • Exhibitors should embrace the startup culture

  • Each startup may exhibit in the Startups & Innovation Area only twice

Monitor or poster—the choice is yours

In 2027, we will again be offering two turnkey startup packages:

  • "Poster" Package with an A1 poster
  • "Monitor" package with a 32-inch monitor

The following applies to both packages: we’ll take care of everything so you can get started right away on April 13, 2027.

  • "Poster" Package *
    2,000.00 EUR (plus VAT)
    Included services
    • Turnkey startup unit, consisting of a wall, a lockable cabinet, 2 bar stools, and standard signage (exhibitor name)
    • Plug & Play: power connection and cleaning
    • A1 poster for the back wall
    • Three exhibitor passes
    • Media presence through a basic entry in the DMEA app and on our Website, both featuring your logo

    *Mandatory communication fee, Auma fee, and waste disposal fee are already included

  • "Monitor" Package *
    2,400.00 EUR (plus VAT)
    Included services
    • Turnkey startup unit, consisting of a wall, a lockable cabinet, 2 bar stools, and standard signage (exhibitor name)
    • Plug & Play: power connection and cleaning
    • 32-inch monitor, fully assembled
    • Three exhibitor passes
    • Media presence through a basic entry in the DMEA app and on our Website, both featuring your logo

    *Mandatory communication fee, Auma fee, and waste disposal fee are already included

Please note:

  • Co-exhibitors pay the mandatory communication fee (marketing flat rate) of 395.00 EUR (plus VAT)

  • Additional rollups are not permitted

  • Supplies are limited; we're assigning spots on a first-come, first-served basis; so don't wait—act fast!

FAQ

Who can register for the Startups & Innovation Area?

Startups from all sectors of the digital health industry, healthcare, AI, therapy, and related fields are eligible to participate.

They should be no older than 5 years, offer innovative products or services, and not yet be considered established market players—in other words, embody the startup spirit.

Each startup may exhibit in the DMEA Startup Area only twice.

What are the benefits of participating in the DMEA Startups & Innovation Area?

Startups benefit from:

  • high visibility among potential investors, partners, and customers
  • networking opportunities with industry experts
  • participation in startup pitches or innovation competitions
  • featured in DMEA’s communications
  • discounted booth packages

How can I register for the Startups & Innovation Area?

Registration is done online via our website. To be eligible, startups must meet the participation criteria.

We recommend registering early, as space is limited. Seats are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.

How much does it cost to participate?

We offer discounted exhibition spaces for startups compared to regular exhibition spaces. There are two options to choose from

  • “Poster” package: 2,000.00 EUR
  • “Monitor” package: 2,400.00 EUR

What services are included in the Startup Package?

  • Turnkey display stand with branding options, available with either a poster or a monitor
  • 3 exhibitor badges
  • Marketing package including a listing in the exhibitor directory (app, website)

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