Schwerin Start-up FIS: Jo with IHK price for AI-based therapy!

Schwerin Start-up FIS: Jo with IHK price for AI-based therapy!

In an exciting competition for the start-ups and innovative business ideas in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, the physiotherapy practice "FIS: Jo Therapy & Training" from Schwerin has secured the top position. As Nordkurier , the company was awarded first place at the IHK competition "Successful area Altstadt" in the category. The practice, which was launched by Ajla Zoranic in 2024, is based on a combination of physiotherapy, training and health promotion, with modern technologies and artificial intelligence being used.

The concept of "FIS: Jo" convinced the jury, which consisted of representatives of the IHK, the Ministry of State and the North Commerce Association. Among the jury members was also CityManager Stefan Purtz, who emphasized the importance of innovative founders for the revival of inner city areas. The technological approaches in practice help not only with the improvement of diagnoses and treatments, but also in comprehensive patient care.

other placements and categories

But that wasn't all! In the same category, other exciting projects ended up in the front places. The second place went to the "Öxl Café" from Wismar, followed by the "Greek bistro Alati - Authentic Greek Food" in Schwerin from Kakia Tsatsari. The bistro "Dear Liesbeth" was also mentioned praising, but did not make it into the top three.

In the category of the best business developments, the traditional bakery in Behrens from Plau am See was able to take first place. This is where the "pleasure world" in Schwerin and the fashion store "not far from Berlin" and the creative studio "Malwerk" as finalists come into play. Another remarkable winner was the sustainable bridal fashion boutique "Rebride" by Janine Guschewski, who was also awarded a promising future business concept.

competition goal and award ceremony

The “Successful Room Old Town” competition aims to promote visibility of future -oriented concepts and creative business ideas. A fixed prize money of 1,000 euros is waiting for the winners, who also have the opportunity to take part in the state prize, whose award will take place on September 10th in Greifswald. Tagesschau adds that the evaluation criteria were varied and demanding: from creativity and innovation over Customer orientation up to sustainability and future visions.