Overview
Step into the Aalto Ecosystem
The Aalto Ecosystem is a vibrant network connecting researchers, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders. We help you find the right contacts, from Business Finland to investors and global events that will boost your visibility. With us, you are never alone on your journey.
Anchored by Aalto University, our wide network offers a comprehensive support structure for startups, from early-stage ideas to scaling enterprises. By fostering collaboration across technology, design, and business, the Aalto Ecosystem is a launchpad for transformative ideas, supporting growth and sustainability in Finland and beyond.
6 Stages of Startup Success
The Finnish startup ecosystem is shaped and enriched by various players who specialize in addressing specific challenges faced by startups or pre-startups, depending on their expertise. Typically, startups progress through multiple phases and stages as they develop and expand. These stages can vary based on industry, market dynamics, and specific business models. Below is an illustration outlining the commonly recognized phases that startups frequently go through.
Aalto Entrepreneurship Ecosystem
Aalto University is home to a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem and culture. The ecosystem is powered by both student-led entrepreneurial activities and the university's own research and innovation hubs. Research ideas are commercialized in Aalto's incubators and accelerators; students find unforeseeable pathways towards entrepreneurship. Building on this, Aalto fosters a thriving culture of innovation.
Finnish Startup Ecosystem
Finnish Startup Ecosystem, a powerhouse in the global startup arena. Experience one of the fastest-growing scenes, where top accelerators, visionary angel investors, and dynamic VCs drive transformative innovation and growth.
Startup Ecosystem Coordinator
