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Startup Support Programs

Are you an aspiring entrepreneur with an AI solution in one of our focus areas, industry, healthcare, energy, food, or education? If so, we’d love to help you get started. Schedule a one-on-one meeting so we can introduce you to the various funding options.In addition, there are various programs, incubators, and networks in the Eastern Netherlands that can help you grow - from business development and coaching to investors, funding, and access to relevant ecosystems or workspaces. We also organize events several times a year specifically for startups, focusing on specific themes such as “humanoids in the manufacturing industry” or “AI-connect.”<h2>Who is this for?</h2>For startups and scale-ups in the eastern Netherlands that:<ul><li data-list-item-id="e3ec7f66cf65b8c4cd9b8b1b3d9a20b21">are developing an AI- or data-driven proposition</li><li data-list-item-id="e681964567d4eb76aff76afcc60083456">want to grow their market presence, team, or technology</li><li data-list-item-id="e5853e84895e9a89b8da9ce1ee7b12699">are looking for guidance, networking opportunities, or funding</li><li data-list-item-id="e26086d0bc8c5ef611e1b33e0ef19687b">want to tap into regional, national, or European opportunities</li></ul><h2>Support Programs in the Eastern Netherlands</h2>There are various startup programs, incubators, and co-working spaces active in the Eastern Netherlands. Most are not exclusively focused on AI, but an increasing number of startups within these programs are working with AI and data.Briskr For startups, scale-ups, and established companies in the Arnhem-Nijmegen region, with a focus on health and high-tech.De Steck Innovation center and hub for entrepreneurs, education, and government, with a focus on the circular economy and energy transition.Novel-T Supports startups, spin-offs, and small and medium-sized businesses with programs, workshops, access to investors, and a strong entrepreneurial network.Gasfabriek Business Innovation Campus for startups, scale-ups, and established companies, with a strong focus on innovation and scalable IT technology.Kennispoort Regio Zwolle supports aspiring entrepreneurs in refining their business plans and securing funding.Mercator Launch For (PhD) students, alumni, and researchers at Radboud University who want to develop their idea into a product or startup.StartLife For agri-food startups working on technological innovations for a more sustainable food system.ZWINC Incubator in Zwolle for startups in the manufacturing industry and IT, offering space, guidance, and entrepreneurial support.<h2>Regional and thematic funding opportunities</h2><ul><li data-list-item-id="e8b9ff59848781b4a3e1337ac7c7ac90b">Oost NL – Business Angels Network A network of private investors for ambitious entrepreneurs.</li><li data-list-item-id="e48dd190e13e9cf1cfa873e48612533ad">TTT.AI Focuses on commercializing AI knowledge and providing early-stage funding for startups originating from research institutions.</li><li data-list-item-id="e720faff6ea7bace323680eb38b89020e">Startup Fund Gelderland For startups that contribute to innovation and social challenges in Gelderland.</li></ul><h2>Other investors and funds</h2><ul><li data-list-item-id="e58870df5342aff582a2beddc48fb4145">4Impact</li><li data-list-item-id="e31981e025a453d3283175c479f9477ce">CapitalT</li><li data-list-item-id="e06cde0e6d95946d52e77a7004d9c9439">Connected Capital</li><li data-list-item-id="e4bfa0937cf1a8270c4e2f717e338d148">Curiosity VC</li><li data-list-item-id="ec8a80cdc458ed033c18930335e9b5ac8">Borski Fund</li><li data-list-item-id="ef9d5caebb27366a2541b8cb0c6a06613">Lumo Labs</li><li data-list-item-id="e8ee863112998339e60ec9d97e4359066">Newion VC</li><li data-list-item-id="e9875a2ae202151b254bee5c3cd1ab058">VCC</li></ul>