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

Flinc
Flinc guides innovative startups, makes them investor-ready and matches them with funding.

Innofest
Innofest offers impact start ups the opportunity to test their prototype at 11 festivals to give a kick start to their success

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.

Indietopia
Indietopia is a large game development hub, sporting over 25 Game Development Studios and related companies.

VentureLab North
A high quality accelerator program linked to the University of Groningen.

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.