Simone Sabbione | Meliodays Medical

Networks like futureSAX also provide information on relevant events, competitions, and contacts. Sometimes it took a nudge to actually apply. “And if no one comes along and says, ‘Go for it now,’ it can sometimes fall by the wayside,” says Simone.

In 2026, Meliodays Medical won the Saxon Startup Award in the “Startup of the Year” category. Simone was also successful in the Female Founders Contest. This led to further pitching opportunities, through which she secured new investors.

Regional financing opportunities in Saxony also helped build the company. Simone mentions the SAB’s Business Angel Bonus and an investment from MBG Sachsen. These provided Meliodays Medical with additional financial flexibility. Looking back, this was important, says Simone, because many things take longer than planned.

In Simone’s view, those with less experience than she has can learn a great deal by exchanging ideas with others. She cites building a team as an example: In a mentoring network, founders can find people who are already familiar with such tasks and are willing to share their experiences—including Simone herself.

Networks like futureSAX also provide information on relevant events, competitions, and contacts. Sometimes it took a reminder to actually apply. “And if no one comes along and says, ‘Go for it now,’ it can sometimes fall by the wayside,” says Simone.

In 2026, Meliodays Medical won the Saxon Startup Award in the “Startup of the Year” category. Simone was also successful in the Female Founders Contest. This led to further pitching opportunities, through which she secured new investors.

Regional financing opportunities in Saxony also helped build the company. Simone cites the Business Angel Bonus from the SAB and an investment from MBG Sachsen. These provided Meliodays Medical with additional financial flexibility. Looking back, this was important, says Simone, because many things take longer than planned.

In Simone’s view, those with less experience than she has can learn a great deal by exchanging ideas with others. She cites building the team as an example: In a mentoring network, founders can find people who are already familiar with such tasks and are willing to share their experiences—including herself.