Empowering research-based founders – Innovator’s Leap in collaboration with SILTA
The more users an invention reaches, the greater its impact on the world. That’s why it’s crucial for technical professionals to develop the skills to turn research into successful businesses. The team at SILTA explored the topic deeply, drawing insights from Finland and leading global startup hubs.
Reflections on building – Sarah Miselly, Databites
The journey of building Databites, a data platform empowering food companies to expand faster and smarter through market analysis and personalized leads, included countless pivots and iterations shaping the company's path. Starting from VR Ecotherapy and exploring solutions for farmers, the team's journey led them to where they are today – helping food companies overcome the challenges of entering new markets.
Introducing the Startup DEI Toolbox
The new Startup DEI Toolbox offers best practices and guidance on recruitment, feedback and rewards, data-driven goal setting, and effective reporting and response strategies to help you develop and refine DEI principles in early-stage companies.
Reflections on building – Cheng Chen, CirCre
What does turning your ideas into action involve in practice? Startup Foundation grantee Cheng Chen shares insights on building CirCre, a platform bridging the gap between designers and sustainable materials.
Building a more inclusive future for the Finnish startup industry
We are dedicated to the development of the Finnish startup ecosystem and making it the best and safest place to work—for everyone. Read our actions for building a more inclusive future for the Finnish startup ecosystem.
Reflections on building – Christina Ivanova, Noms
Christina, a former Michelin Chef, and her tech co-founder have been cooking up a solution to a problem we all know too well: What's for dinner? After a lot of testing and iteration, they built Noms and started to prepare for go-to-market strategy and launch.
Thanks to the Startup Foundation grant, Christina was able to leave all side gigs aside and focus full-time on the crucial pre-launch phase, setting the stage for a successful launch.
Survey: Experiences of inappropriate behaviour in the Finnish startup industry
Startup Foundation, The Finnish Startup Community, Finnish Venture Capital Association, Finnish Business Angels Network FiBAN, Slush, and Aalto Entrepreneurship Society, conducted a survey to investigate and address inappropriate behaviour and practices within the Finnish startup ecosystem, and to identify ways to promote equality, inclusion, and diversity. Survey results are now published.
Reflections on building – Joose Toiviainen, Daze
With the support of a Startup Foundation grant, Joose Toiviainen embarked on an intriguing journey to build a circular economy solution. Dive into the reflections about overcoming challenges in the circular economy, the importance of founder-market fit, and how to find the ideal co-founding partner.
Statement by Startup Foundation
The new government programme's proposed immigration changes are a threat to Finland's startup ecosystem and its ability to attract highly skilled international talent.
Startup Foundation, Slush, Maria 01, The Shortcut, Junction, and Dash urge for the reconsideration of the immigration section in the new government programme.