Accelerating innovation for the future of cultural, creative and digital industries


Startup Challenge by we are_
What is we are_ ?

What is we are_ ?


A club for creative industries and all sectors seeking innovation and a forward-thinking vision, a club to face new economic challenges and the pace of transformation.
A central place perceived like "professional family home."
A place for work, debate, learning, and also... relaxation.
A community of 1,300 people who believe in the power of French Creative Industries.
A vibrant and open-minded community that intersects from morning to evening, driven by meetings, programming, and events.

Our Challenge

Innovation in the Cultural and Creative Industries


Innovation transforms culture by combining tradition and new technologies.

Selection Criteria

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★ You are a French start-up from early stage to growth and scale-up.
★ You have a value proposition to transform Creative Industries.
★ Your solution has a positive impact (economic, social, environmental).
★ Your solution has a high potential in terms of scalability, export or soft power.
★ Your team comprises of passionate profiles with a blend of experience and relevancy.

Rewards

WIN A FREE MEMBERSHIP FOR 1 YEAR

Win a we are_ membership and join an active community that brings together professionals and enthusiasts from the French creative and digital industries. Enjoy exclusive access to our spaces and restaurant in our private mansion with a garden in the heart of Paris, and benefit from a daily program of artistic and business events.
WIN A FREE MEMBERSHIP FOR 1 YEAR

PITCH ON STAGE AT VIVATECH

Get the chance to pitch on stage and win two 4-day passes for VivaTech 2025!
PITCH ON STAGE AT VIVATECH

VivaTech 2024 edition

Teaser of we are_

Our Timeline

  • 1

    January 13

    Challenge
    Opens

  • 2

    March 17

    Challenge
    Closes

  • 3

    April 8

    Selected Startups
    Announced

  • 4

    June 11 - 14

    Viva Tech
    Paris