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NL Startup Competition

A national initiative supporting and accelerating early-stage startups from across the Netherlands.

Rotterdam

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Investor
Location
Rotterdam
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Who they are

About

NL Startup Competition is a national initiative that supports and accelerates early-stage startups across the Netherlands. It offers a platform for founders to share their work, gain exposure, and access support for growth through expert-led sessions, pitch opportunities, and a growing network. The competition features prize money, mentorship, and connections to investors, culminating in a finale during events like Upstream Festival. They partner with Draper University, offering winners a five-week program in Silicon Valley.

Investment profile
Investment thesis
NL Startup Competition aims to identify and accelerate promising early-stage startups that address critical challenges in Port & Maritime, Climate & Energy, and Health & Wellbeing. They seek innovative solutions with the potential for national and global impact, providing a platform for growth and investor connections.
Ticket size
Up to €10,000 (prize money)
Sweet spot
Early-stage startups in Port & Maritime, Climate & Energy, Health & Wellbeing with global impact potential
What they add
Funding (prize money), Exposure, Valuable connections to founders, mentors, and investors, Mentorship and support, Silicon Valley program via Draper University, Pitch opportunities
Stages
Pre-seed · Seed
Geographic focus
Netherlands
Portfolio companies
120
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