The discussion will explore how entrepreneurship can help address social and environmental challenges in the Global South and how partnerships between research institutions, entrepreneurial ecosystems, and practitioners can contribute to creating sustainable impact.

The panel brings together perspectives from research, entrepreneurship support organizations, student initiatives, and impact-driven ventures, offering insights into practical experiences and collaborative approaches to sustainable entrepreneurship.

Date: 29 April 2026
Time: 14:00–14:45
Location: Room 1350 (1st floor), TUM Campus Garching

Moderator
Prof. Dr. Frank-Martin Belz – Director, TUM SEED Center

Panelists
Lara Knödler – UnternehmerTUM
Wayne Chinembiri – TUM eMpower Africa
Svenja Herbst – TUM eMpower Africa
Lavine Irvine – CEO, Coastal BioTech Ltd.

We warmly invite students, researchers, and members of the TUM community to join the discussion and learn more about how entrepreneurship and partnerships can contribute to sustainable development in the Global South.