Norway's leading program
for ICT startups
Norway's leading program
for ICT startups
+150
corporate
partners
+100
startups
accelerated
+144
MNOK raised in 2020
+250
research
partners
Launchpad startup
FAST TRACK TO MARKET LAUNCH AND SUCCESS
Launchpad Startup is the ultimate arena for validating your business model and developing a solid go-to-market strategy. During the program you will receive tailored mentors from our pool of experienced advisors, and meet other success seeking founders.
We provide ambitious ICT startups with
CAPITAL
We expose you to early stage investors and soft founding
CUSTOMERS
We introduce you to our network of +150 customers and partners
COMPETENCE
We connect you with the competence you need to grow
Applications for the 2021 program are closed!
Next round will take plaece in 2022
We help startups grow
WHY PARTICIPATE IN LAUNCHPAD STARTUP
The program is powered by Smart Innovation Norway – Norway’s leading A.I. environment
CAPITAL
We help prepare you for fundraising and applying for grants
CUSTOMERS
We introduce you to our network of +400 corporations and research partners
COMPETENCE
Valuable mentoring from serial entrepreneurs and investors who want to see you succeed
CASH PRIZE
The best business case will be rewarded with NOK 100.000
INDUSTRY EXPERTISE
We have domain expertise in ICT, renewable energy, sustainability
NETWORK
Join our innovation platform to expend your network
WHO IS THE PROGRAM FOR?
You do not need a fully functional product, but you should have a clear concept, ideally a prototype. You should also have made some reflections on the choice of technology.
The value of the program is NOK 70 000 per startup.
All selected startups have to pay a program fee of NOK 6 000.
THESE ARE THE REQUIREMENTS
WHY PARTICIPATE IN LAUNCHPAD STARTUP
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
The program lasts for twelve weeks from the 16th of March to the 3rd of June in Halden. Startups graduate from the program by attending Demo Day, where the startups pitch to a panel of investors in our awesome Simulation Centre.
We give startups the skills, knowledge and network they need to succeed in the market at record speed, through best practice from Silicon Valley and tailor-made advice from experienced mentors and serial founders. The program will be held in Norwegian.
Kickoff
Get to know the other participants and go on speed dates with the mentors. Network with our team and get an introduction to the program. Dinner is on us, this is where it all begins.Go-to-market
We teach you best practices and methodologies for running a startup. Learn how to collect valuable market insight to position your company for market success through market research and segmentation.Business Modeling
We show you how to build a strong business model that investors love, and which metrics they are looking for. Learn the fundamentals of pricing and monetization and how to scale your business.Fundraising
Get insight in modern startups financing and liquidity management. We teach you how make a good funding strategy and introduce you to the variation of funding sources and help you with applications for soft funding.Product Management
Learn about how to plan and launch an MVP and the importance of customer- oriented development. We teach you how to protect and monetize you IPR and provide you with valuable pitch and sales techniques.Team Development
We teach you how to lead and manage a startup and how you can work together as a team and how to build a performance culture. Learn valuable insight on how to organize you team and how to prioritize.Demo Day
This is your golden opportunity to show off all you learned and impress our panel of investors. Every participant will present their investor pitch on stage and the “best startup” will be reworded with NOK 100 000.Program Directors
Lorenzo Ruscelli
Program DirectorLorenzo Ruscelli is a leader with a passion for people, technology, and business. He partners with new ventures and corporations to develop disruptive business models and growth strategies. After spending several years working in management, Lorenzo has developed relevant leadership and entrepreneurial skills.
Ståle Bjørnstad
Program InstructorStåle has extensive experience in working with international investors and software clients, as well as strong leadership skills. Ståle worked as an equity analyst and led equity sales and corporate finance for major financial institutions for twenty years.
Lorenzo Ruscelli
Program DirectorLorenzo Ruscelli is a leader with a passion for people, technology, and business. He partners with new ventures and corporations to develop disruptive business models and growth strategies. After spending several years working in management, Lorenzo has developed relevant leadership and entrepreneurial skills.
Ståle Bjørnstad
Program InstructorStåle has extensive experience in working with international investors and software clients, as well as strong leadership skills. Ståle worked as an equity analyst and led equity sales and corporate finance for major financial institutions for twenty years.
Program Advisors
Launchpad Startup is powered by
Smart Innovation Norway in collaboration with
Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding Launchpad Startup, do not hesitate to contact us
Matias Heggdal
Project Coordinator
matias.heggdal@smartinnovationnorway.com
+47 466 92 606
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