Become a member
Let's think together about the AI of tomorrow with business, research and administration
- For companies, municipalities, research & associations
- Benefit from the network of our cooperative
- Play an active role in shaping Baden-Württemberg as an AI location
Your membership of the KI-Allianz - a network that takes you forward
As a member of the Baden-Württemberg AI Alliance, you are part of a strong network that brings together business, research, politics and administration. You benefit from our overview of the AI ecosystem, targeted synergies and practical solutions. Together, we are shaping the future of AI in Baden-Württemberg - sustainably, innovatively and on an equal footing.
The benefits of your membership
Knowledge exchange & expertise
Access to a quality-assured network enables early insight and exchange on current AI needs and developments of companies and municipalities in the member regions.
Positioning and visibility
Increased perception as a player in the future field of artificial intelligence in Baden-Württemberg and beyond the state's borders.
Events and networking
Access to exchange with relevant decision-makers and experts
Who can become a member of the AI Alliance?
The KI-Allianz Baden-Württemberg opens its network to all those who want to actively shape artificial intelligence in business, society and administration.
Companies of any size
Exchange, synergies and shared infrastructure offer companies of all sizes real added value.
Municipalities and public administration
Municipalities and districts with an interest in future-oriented AI strategies.
Research institutions and universities
As a driver for knowledge transfer and innovation.
Networks, associations, chambers and IHKs
Who help shape and strengthen the AI ecosystem.
Founding members
Our founding members unite the first six regions of Baden-Württemberg and represent business, science and administration - the foundation for a strong, state-wide network.
Freiburg region
- City of Freiburg
- IHK Southern Upper Rhine
Karlsruhe region
- DIZ | Digital Innovation Center
- Fraunhofer IOSB
- IHK Karlsruhe
- City of Karlsruhe
- TRK TechnologieRegion Karlsruhe GmbH
Neckar-Alb region
- Neckar-Alb Regional Association
- IHK Reutlingen
- City of Tübingen
- GER Gewerbeimmobilien Reutlingen GmbH & Co. KG
Northern Black Forest region
- Wirtschaftsförderung Nordschwarzwald GmbH
- IHK Northern Black Forest
Ostalbkreis region
- Ostalbkreis
Stuttgart Region
- Stuttgart Region Association
- Stuttgart Region Economic Development Corporation
- City of Stuttgart
- City of Böblingen
How to become a member of the AI Alliance
The path to joining the Baden-Württemberg AI Alliance is simple, transparent and tailored to your needs. This is how you become part of our strong network:
- 1. contact
Send us your membership application and, if you are interested, make an appointment for a personal consultation.
- 2. application documents
Fill out the short form with information about your organization.
- 3. board audit
Your application will be carefully reviewed by the Executive Board - usually within a few weeks.
- 4. recording
Once you have been accepted, you will be given a permanent contact person and access to our network and ongoing projects.
Apply for membership
By submitting your membership request, you will receive our declaration of membership, articles of association and data protection agreement for download. Your contact details will be stored in order to process your request.
Note: All applications are reviewed to ensure a trustworthy and committed network.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions about membership of the KI-Allianz Baden-Württemberg
Who can become a member of the KI-Allianz Baden-Württemberg?
Companies of all sizes (including SMEs and start-ups), municipalities and public administrations, research institutions as well as associations, chambers and chambers of industry and commerce that want to actively shape the AI ecosystem in Baden-Württemberg can become members.
What does membership cost?
The amount of the membership fee depends on the size of your municipality, company or institution. We would be happy to inform you about the details in a personal meeting.
How do I take my first steps as a member?
Once you have been accepted, you will benefit from dedicated contact persons, access to our network and ongoing projects as well as exclusive insights into the activities of the AI Alliance via our member newsletter.
What obligations are associated with membership?
As a member, you are part of a trusting network. We expect a willingness to actively exchange ideas - there are no specific obligations beyond this.
How long does the application process take?
Once you have submitted your application documents, our Executive Board will usually review your application within a few weeks.
What specific benefits do I have as a member?
You benefit from our quality-assured network, access to expertise, projects, events and the opportunity to play an active role in shaping Baden-Württemberg's AI ecosystem.
Can I check in advance whether membership makes sense for us?
Yes, you are welcome to arrange a non-binding consultation with our team - we will clarify your questions together and examine how the AI Alliance can best support you.
The AI Alliance should act as a central platform to promote exchange between science, companies and society, facilitate knowledge transfer and support the practical application of AI on a broad scale. In this way, it can ensure that Baden-Württemberg and the Stuttgart region also play a leading role in global competition.
Stuttgart Region Economic Development Corporation
By bundling expertise and a strong network of business, science and the public sector, the Baden-Württemberg AI Alliance is making a decisive contribution to ensuring that we are and remain pioneers and drivers of innovation in Baden-Württemberg.
City of Böblingen