Blended learning program

Scaling Readiness Run for Deep Tech 

Scale your Deep Tech startup with six focused sprints covering 12 key growth areas. Access proven frameworks, and tools, expert insights, tasks, and feedback - through group sessions and self-paced learning. Also join a community for ongoing support.

Pay the rest a week before the Run starts.

Format

Self-paced and Live Online

Starting date

September
26 2025

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Duration

3 months

Language

English

Reserve your seat: €200

Full price: €3.900 for the first two startups

 Special offer: First 2 startups: €3,900 each. Others: €4,900 net.

We have more dates! 

We understand that timing and flexibility are critical in business. That’s why the Scaling Readiness Run is available on three different dates! Secure your seat today with a €200 prepayment and pay the rest a week before the Run starts. 
1

November 7th 2025

2

January 23rd 2026

3

March 20th 2026

12 areas to scaling your startup

Many Deep Tech startups hit roadblocks when scaling, not because the tech isn’t great, but because key areas like strategy, market fit, funding, or team structure aren’t aligned.

You're working with complex innovations like AI, robotics, quantum computing, biotech, or clean energy, where long development cycles and high R&D costs make missteps even riskier. But with the right approach, these challenges are manageable.
That’s why we built this program specifically for later-stage Deep Tech founders, to help you get truly ready to scale across 12 essential areas. We’ve designed six focused sprints packed with proven frameworks, expert input, hands-on assignments, tools and templates, and feedback.

The program blends group sessions, expert office hours, and flexible self-paced learning so you can have decent time on developing your product and scaling your business. Plus, you’ll also become part of a community of Deep Tech founders and connect with professionals who’ve scaled complex technologies before. 

Who is this program for?

Deep Tech startup owners

If you’re a Deep Tech founder preparing to scale and ready to tackle strategic alignment, market validation, funding readiness, and organizational culture, this program is built for you. It’s an advanced, high-impact experience designed to match the complexity of your venture - and it will require your full focus, commitment, and time.

Assignments

Get assignments to prepare for scaling in 6 sprints and discuss with your trainers and peers challenges and outcomes.

Frameworks & concept

Our frameworks and concepts will guide you in analyzing problems, evaluating options, and making solid decisions. Get ready for scaling in 12 dimensions.

Community access

Get the access to the community, discuss and share knowledge, challenges, resources and solutions with your peer founders.

Certificate

When you complete the course, you’ll earn a Konsultori Academy certificate that you can proudly share. Use it to inspire a culture of learning within your team and celebrate your growth journey together.

How will you do it?

Learn

You will begin by gaining a conceptual understanding and advanced knowledge of all scaling readiness dimensions and case studies in self-paced learning modules.

Do

You will access templates, additional resources, and assignments in 6 sprints. You will have 2 weeks with 2 feedback loops to work on your assignment and implement scaling readiness activities in your startup

Reflect

Our trainers will provide you with constructive feedback on your assignments and implementation in your startup. Every sprint offers office hours, live group peer sessions, and a second feedback loop by the expert.

Implement

You will implement the results of your assignment in your startup in all dimensions to take a large step forward in scaling readiness and start your scaling journey better prepared and aware of how to avoid pitfalls. 

What our students say about us

The Konsultori Scaling Readiness Run provided valuable insights preparing us for a critical growth phase. We could use some frameworks immediately, like for example Financing and OKRs, while others provide a solid base for further development (Organization, Processes). We specifically liked the direct exchange with our peer-group and its honest and transparent discussions about each others growth pain. On the other hand, the professional moderation of the Konsultori team at the office hours went us through the provided content smoothly!
Andrea Wyss and thomas gruber, Twenty40
This is probably the best program any of us (in the founder-team) had attended.
Its well-structured sequence of sprints is carefully designed and balanced. Actionable content is paired with practical frameworks, many of which we have started to integrate into our practice. Particular highlights among those topics were Product-Market-Fit, OKRs and the Employee Value Proposition. As a result of Konsultori’s Scaling Readiness Run we have already made significant progress across various scaling dimensions and will continue to do so.
Angelos Chronis, infrared city
Petra Wolkenstein has supported and consulted us in several phases in a very professional way. Working together has been excellent when looking for new investors. She matched us with qualitatively valuable and very suitable investors. Her cross-border investor network is truly extensive. Many thanks for your excellent and proactive support!
Valentin Jilch, Handcheque

2 coaching session for your startup!

During this Scaling Readiness Run, you'll have the opportunity to work one-on-one with a trainer on the topic you choose! Watch the video below to learn more about the curriculum, time frame, trainers, and our approach and objectives. If you have any questions afterward, feel free to reach out – we're happy to assist!


And this is how we structured our program

This run starts with a kick-off meeting and contains 6 sprints. Each sprint provides methodological input with real-life examples, useful resources, and additional materials. Participants will work on a practical assignment for implementation in your scaleup in each sprint, followed by a live group session where you get a chance to present and discuss your work. After each sprint, you'll have completed a key piece of your overall scaling strategy. At the end, you'll receive final expert feedback from Konsultori and walk away with a complete, actionable scaling plan.

Kick-off and Scaling Readiness Check

This is an introductory meeting. Participants self-assess their status using the automated Scaling Readiness Check before the kick-off workshop and receive automated results.

Sprint 1: Strategy and operationalization

You will take steps to bring strategy into the organization and translate it into action. You will discuss the role of goal-setting frameworks (such as OKRs) in strategy execution and participatory leadership instruments.

Sprint 2: Product Market Fit 

You will focus on validating the product’s fit with the market and talk about the needs of your core customers, how to serve them best, how to improve PMF and, how to generate a predictable revenue stream out of your product.

Sprint 3: Sales

You will focus on driving sales by developing effective strategies, identifying target customers, engaging with key segments, and exploring automation opportunities within your CRM and sales processes.

Sprint 4: Funding

You will look at your long-term funding journey and effects on instruments and cap table, look into your next funding round battle plan, learn about startup valuation methods, and establish a suitable KPI system for communication with investors.

Sprint 5: People and Culture

Understand the role of culture, people and practices for successful scaling of your startup, is HR important, which HR instruments are essential and how to implement them in the right way. 

Sprint 6: Operations and Execution

We’ll cover what an operating model is, how it helps future-proof your business, the key elements to include, and the tools and infrastructure you need to support your processes.

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Still have questions? Join our Info Session

If you still have questions about Scaling Readiness Run, please book an info session with our trainer, Michael. He will cover all essential program details and answer your questions in advance.

Meet your trainers

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Petra Wolkenstein

Tech Corporate Finance and Strategy Expert; CEO of Konsultori

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Petra is a highly accomplished professional with a wealth of experience in strategy and driving business growth. She specializes in providing strategic guidance and expertise in the areas of strategy, M&A, and growth. Petra herself is also an Investor and General Partner for Africa Startup Wise Guys, actively supporting and nurturing innovative startups in Africa.

With ten years of hands-on experience working with startups and investors, Petra has successfully led funding rounds and sales in diverse industries such as cybersecurity (Whalebone), eCommerce, and HealthTech. Petra’s extensive expertise, coupled with her proven ability to drive growth and navigate complex business landscapes, make her a valuable asset in the fields of strategy, M&A, and business development.
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Michael Kubiena

Strategy, Organization Design expert

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With 25 years of experience across Central & South-eastern Europe, Turkey, and the Middle East, Michael has held roles in HR, management and consulting. He has managed HR departments of various sizes in startups and corporate environments, specializing in the ICT & service industries. Michael’s respective expertise lies in strategic HR, compensation & performance management, talent management, and HR & management audits.

As a consultant, Michael’s work with startups and SMEs focuses on organization design and people practices; on leadership, culture and change. Furthermore, he works on concept & strategy development in the food industry and for non-profit organizations. With degrees in business administration and cultural studies, along with an education in systems thinking & design, Michael offers a unique perspective on organizational dynamics.
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Cornelia Müller

Entrepreneur, angel investor and advisor in digital innovation space

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Cornelia has vast working experience in the product innovation space of leading industries including Telecoms, Fintech and SaaS, first as a C-level strategy consultant and for the last decades as a startup entrepreneur and business angel and occasionally as an advisor for corporate customers during digital transformation projects.

Cornelia has a deep understanding of the opportunities and challenges of product innovation, digital business models and market entry. She has worked in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Africa und her expertise is leading product teams at the intersection of business and IT to ensure optimal delivery to the market’s and customers’ needs while building a successful business.
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Tim Birdsall

Sales Trainer and Consultant

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Tim Birdsall, based in Vienna, is a bi-national from England and Switzerland. Driven by pragmatic training designs, he uses blended learning methods, webinars, coaching, and technology. Tim works mainly in Europe, with a global network of trainers.

He specializes in sales training for IT, FMCG, and Pharma industries, focusing on sales processes, solution sales, distributor or channel sales, sales leadership, CRM usage, account planning, lead generation, and social selling.

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Frequently asked questions

Who is this program for?

This program is designed for later-stage Deep Tech founders preparing to scale. While live sessions focus on founders, key team members like technical leads and product managers are encouraged to join and participate in assignments to ensure aligned, effective scaling.

What is the time commitment for this program?

We take this program as seriously as you take your entrepreneurial journey. While it’s intense and demands commitment, you’ll only need about 1 hour a day to complete each sprint.

Do I need any prerequisites before joining the program?

Generally, no. The program is primarily designed for later-stage startups beginning their scaling journey. However, basic knowledge of Excel is preferable.

Do I get a refund if I don't want to participate?

We do not have a refund policy. 

Can I participate with my co-founder?

Yes, we actually encourage you to participate as a team! Just make sure one person takes the lead on each sprint, though you’re free to switch roles between sprints. Feel free to invite other team members to work on assignments and collaborate. Our program is all about fostering teamwork!