The German Israeli Network of Startups & Mittelstand (GINSUM) is a platform initiated by ELNET (European Leadership Network) and supported by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWi) to link the German Mittelstand and municipal actors with Israeli startups. GINSUM offers networking opportunities through events, workshops, pitching formats and roadshows, providing information and hands-on assistance in order to gain growth opportunities for both sides. On a unique platform with various partners, ELNET provides a large network with incubators, investors, corporates, support organizations and others from both countries.