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Kickstart Innovation is a leading European platform that accelerates innovation by connecting startups with established organizations. Through fostering collaborations, it supports the development of sustainable and cutting-edge solutions, contributing to significant advancements in various industries.

Kickstart Innovation is one of Europe's largest open innovation platforms, dedicated to building purposeful ecosystems by accelerating collaboration between startups and established organizations. Since its inception in 2015, Kickstart has facilitated over 310 commercial partnerships and supported more than 450 startups in scaling their operations. Their international alumni have collectively raised over CHF 2.5 billion, underscoring the platform's significant impact on the innovation landscape.

Key Offerings

  • Fast-Track Innovation: Kickstart enables organizations to become more sustainable and inventive by fostering collaborations with well-established startups.
  • Startup Scaling: The platform provides startups with access to a network of corporates, cities, foundations, and universities, facilitating the co-design, testing, and implementation of cutting-edge products and services.
  • Community Engagement: Kickstart brings together public and private organizations, startups, investors, and experts to create meaningful impact at scale.
  • Investment Opportunities: The platform offers investors the chance to discover and support innovative startups poised for growth.

By participating in Kickstart's programs, entrepreneurs and organizations can leverage a robust ecosystem designed to drive innovation, sustainability, and success through strategic collaborations.

Belinda Klostermann

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