Join the Aalto Startup Center community of startups!

Applications are open for our main accelerator, the Business Generator program. Deadline coming up on August 7th.
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Turn your high-tech innovation into a thriving business with Aalto Startup Center. From hands-on workshops to tailored mentoring, we provide long-term support to help you grow. Join our award-winning community of visionary entrepreneurs, investors, and coaching talents. We are looking for startups:

  • Whose business idea is based on research / deep tech innovation.
  • Fit the theme tech for sustainability.
  • Have a Finnish business ID (under 3 years old).
  • Have a scalable business model and an MVP or Proof-of-concept.
  • Have a team of at least 2 full-time employees.
     

If this resonates with you, apply now. Don't miss this chance.

Not sure? Join us for our Open House event on August 5th at our premises to learn firsthand about the benefits of being part of the Aalto Startup Center community.

- More details and application link: https://startupcenter.aalto.fi/our-services/business-generator
- More about Aalto Startup Center at www.startupcenter.aalto.fi

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