Samuel Kutger is considered Germany’s youngest founder – and an inspiring role model for a new generation of entrepreneurs.
With his authentic manner, entrepreneurial courage and keen sense for trends, he captivates audiences and captivates the stage. He speaks openly about successes and failures, about risk-taking, Generation Z and how to found a start-up at the age of 17 that convinces investors. He is now involved in or owns several renewable energy companies.
As a speaker, he has appeared at the Young Founders Network Conference, FuckUp Nights Hanau, the Q-Summit at the University of Mannheim and the Cashflow Conference, among others. In 2024, he was included in the prestigious Forbes 30 Under 30 list.
Samuel Kutger Lecture topics
- ‘Too young to start a business? From schoolboy idea to start-up pitch’
How Samuel Kutger founded his first company at the age of 17 – and what hurdles young founders have to overcome.
- ‘Gen Z and entrepreneurship – think differently, act differently’
What really drives Generation Z, why they are redefining business – and what companies can learn from this.
- ‘Failure is part of the process – why fuckups don’t mean the end of your career’
Personal stories about projects that didn’t work out – and why these experiences are invaluable.
- ‘Start-up mindset in a world of uncertainty’
Entrepreneurial thinking as a key competence – not only for founders, but for anyone who wants to shape the future.
At the age of 13, Samuel Kutger won a court case allowing him to found a corporation. At just 17, he became Germany’s youngest company founder. What began as a school side project quickly developed into a real start-up with investors, media interest and a growing community.
Today, Samuel Kutger is not only a successful entrepreneur, but also a voice for young founders and for a courageous business culture in Germany.
His previous appearances as a speaker have been characterised by refreshing honesty: he speaks openly about his missteps and what he has learned from them. He shares practical insights into financing, networking and mindset – topics that young founders often feel alone with.
With his inclusion in Forbes 30 Under 30, Samuel Kutger is now also recognised internationally as a promising source of inspiration. His lectures motivate, inspire – and above all, give courage.