Deadline: 30 March 2025
Are you an ambitious startup founder from outside the EU looking to expand your horizons? The Sisu Factory Accelerator Program is your gateway to the vibrant Finnish startup ecosystem and the EU Market. Their program, running in May and June 2025, is designed to help you meet key players, gain valuable insights, and build strong networks.
Why Apply?
- 20 startups will be chosen to take part in this exclusive program. Here’s what you can look forward to:
- Online Sessions in May:
- Three impactful online sessions led by experts from the Finnish startup scene.
- Insights into the Finnish startup ecosystems, revealing new opportunities for your business.
- Interactive discussions with practical strategies to help your startup grow and succeed.
- Onsite Experience in Helsinki During Arctic15 Week:
- A week in Helsinki Finland (1st-6th June 2025), during one of Finland’s most significant startup events.
- FREE ticket to Arctic15, offering you access to top networking opportunities.
- Hands-on workshops, one-on-one mentoring, and exclusive networking events.
- Visits to innovative local ecosystem players and meetings with investors, partners, and industry leaders.
- Online Sessions in May:
Eligibility Criteria
- They’re looking for 20 startups from outside the EU who are:
- Minimun 2 founders with a proven innovative and scalable business idea.
- Demonstrated initial market validation and customer interest, beyond just an idea stage
- Actively considering relocating to Finland
- Sufficient financial resources for business development in Finland.
- Excited to explore the Finnish and Nordic startup ecosystems.
- Ready to build meaningful connections with investors, mentors, and peers.
For more information, visit Sisu Factory.
