Validation & Acceleration
There’s a lot to take in when you are an innovative startup entrepreneur. Each day offers new opportunities, but how do you realise growth for your startup?
Next step
We’re here to support you, which is why we’ve mapped out all the important regional validation and acceleration programs and support partners for you. Check out the overview below to find out which programs can take your startup to the next level.
Support
BeStart
BeStart helps sustainability startups to grow their business. We offer them a business education program, an extensive network of helpful contacts and experienced coaches.
Innofest
Innofest offers impact start ups the opportunity to test their prototype at 11 festivals to give a kick start to their success
Inqubator Leeuwarden
The Inqubator can help with setting up and growing your business. Entrepreneurs who would like to work full-time with their own company can enrol in the special Inqubator programme in which the Business Model Canvas (BMC) is utilised to provide insight into your company.
Water Business Challenge
The WaterCampus Business Challenge is an excellent training for existing and future entrepreneurs, focusing on how to build good innovative technology and services into a successful international business.
Flinc
Flinc guides innovative startups, makes them investor-ready and matches them with funding.
Ynbusiness
The Ynbusiness specialists act as independent sparring partners in the areas of growth, innovation and international expansion.
Startup Leap
Learn how to build a startup with this free 10-week online program. Every week consists of video lectures, Q&A's with top entrepreneurs and mentor sessions.