WELCOME TO UTRECHTINC.

From idea or research to startup

We bring you proven programs designed to help startups validate and accelerate to full scale and to support corporates innovate like startups.

As one of the first incubators in The Netherlands, we spearheaded startup entrepreneurship. Together with our mentors, investors, and partners, we have supported 200+ startups in our programs towards more customers, a stronger team, and a better product.

Join us and collaborate.

The UtrechtInc Team

OUR STORY.

#10 university-linked incubator in the world

We believe solutions change the world for the better through entrepreneurship and that's why we support entrepreneurs, so they can focus on growing their company. We focus on scalable ideas and early stage tech startups. From market validation towards initial growth and the first or next round of funding.

CONTENT.

Partnership

.Partnerships

.Current partners

.Innovate like startups

Programs & Info

.Accelerator

.Validation for tech startups

.Validation for science-based startups

.Validation for student startups

.About Utrecht & The Netherlands

.Track record

.Get in touch

PARTNERSHIP.

Everything for our startups! This includes our collaborations with knowledge institutions, companies, governments and network organizations.

JOIN US ANDCOLLABORATE.

You’re in great company

INNOVATE LIKE STARTUPS.

Collaborating with startups means access to innovative technologies and new markets, but also an entrepreneurial mindset. What does your organization need?

● Get in touch with startups at UtrechtInc. Discover the latest innovations

● Matchmaking with entrepreneurs and partners from the region● Participate in our programs. Perfect for corporate innovation

ACCELERATING TECH STARTUPS.In our acceleration program we support founders in growing their startup. The goal is to grow from few to many customers, and to become investor ready.

The masterclasses are structured around experiences from other entrepreneurs and is supported by experienced experts in sales, growth marketing, finance, and funding. An extensive network of 150+ mentors, investors, and partners, support founders during the program.

Participants spend 120 days in a program that consists of:

● INTRODUCTION: Two intensive weeks during which startups jointly work on masterclasses and team building activities for 3 to 4 days per week.

● PROGRESS: During the rest of the program startups spend one afternoon per week on either a masterclass or a progress session. Next to that, mentors will be introduced who can give personalized advice.

ACQUIRE CUSTOMERS. BECOME INVESTOR READY.5 MONTHS. FULLTIME COMMITMENT

VALIDATION FOR TECH STARTUPS.In our validation program we support founders towards market validation for their startup. The goal is to find out what problem to solve, who the customer is, and what the solution should be.

The masterclasses are structured around experiences from other entrepreneurs and is supported by experienced experts in customer discovery, funding, and product development. An extensive network of 150+ mentors, investors, and partners, supports founders during the program.

Participants spend 90 days in a full-time program that consists of:

● INTRODUCTION: Two intensive weeks during which startups jointly work on masterclasses and team building activities for 3 to 4 days per week.

● PROGRESS: During the rest of the program startups spend one afternoon per week on either a masterclass or a progress session. Next to that, mentors will be introduced who can give personalized advice.

ACQUIRE CUSTOMERS. FIND A STRONG TEAM. BUILD THE MVP.3 MONTHS. FULLTIME COMMITMENT

VALIDATION FOR SCIENCE-BASED STARTUPS.In our validation program we support researchers in bringing their research to the market. The goal is to learn about entrepreneurship and to find relevant partners and collaboratively develop your product with those partners.

The masterclasses are structured around industry experts in entrepreneurship, business development, and product development. An extensive network of 150+ mentors, investors, and partners, supports founders during the program.

Participants spend 10 months in a part-time program that consists of:

● INTRODUCTION: Two intensive weeks during which startups jointly work on masterclasses and team building activities for 1 to 2 days per week.

● PROGRESS: During the rest of the program startups spend one afternoon per month on either a masterclass or a progress session. Next to that, mentors will be introduced who can give personalized advice.

ACQUIRE CUSTOMERS. FIND A STRONG TEAM. BUILD THE PRODUCT.10 MONTHS. PARTTIME COMMITMENT

VALIDATION FOR STUDENT STARTUPS.In our validation program we support students turning an idea into a startup. The goal is to find out if startup entrepreneurship is the first step in your career.

As a startup founder, you are part of an active community of (student) entrepreneurs, coaches, and industry experts. During the program you will be guided by UtrechtInc and challenged in customer discovery, funding, and product development.

Participants spend 150 days in a part-time program that consists of:

● INTRODUCTION: Two intensive weeks during which startups jointly work on masterclasses and team building activities for 1 to 2 days per week.

● PROGRESS: During the rest of the program startups spend one afternoon per week on either a masterclass or a progress session.

ACQUIRE CUSTOMERS. FIND A STRONG TEAM. BUILD THE MVP.5 MONTHS. PARTTIME COMMITMENT

WELCOME TO UTRECHT& THE NETHERLANDS.UtrechtInc is located in the heart of the most innovative and competitive country in the world, The Netherlands. Known for its highly educated and happy citizens, its entrepreneurial mindset, and international focus.

And not only that. Both Utrecht and nearby Amsterdam, support startup founders to become the future leaders with progressive commitment on startup funding, legal support, and housing.

Fun fact, in The Netherlands over 90% speaks English and our country has the highest IT adoption in the world. It is therefore the place to be for tech startups to scale new solutions faster.

UTRECHTINCTRACK RECORD. 2009 - 2019

4 programs

150

200+startups supported

€527 million revenue

1.700+ jobs created

66% survival rate

€920M funding for our startups

10 years

experiencementors, partners, and investors

TO ALL INVESTORS,MENTORS, & PARTNERS.You have supported us and our startups through countless priceless moments with your experience and network. You challenged us to work harder, to continuously update our offering, and to stay entrepreneurial and optimistic.

To all the partners who got inspired to collaborate, to all the investors who took the leap with our startups, and to the mentors, who coached and carried startup founders through endless moments of highs and lows,

Thank you for joining us on this journey and we can’t wait to shape the future, together.

JOIN UTRECHTINC.

Are you as excited as we still are and can’t wait to join our entrepreneurial community?

Join the 150+ mentors, investors, and partners and collaborate.

The UtrechtInc Team

GET IN TOUCH.

Jorg KopManaging Directorjorg@utrechtinc.nl+31 6 2189 1093

Stefan BraamStartup Incubation Leadstefan@utrechtinc.nl+31 6 5232 7441

Herman van den BergMarketerherman@utrechtinc.nl+31 6 5258 2451

Robin LechnerProgram Event Coordinatorrobin@utrechtinc.nl+31 6 5776 8292

Cerina de TroijeOffice Coordinatorsecretariaat@utrechtinc.nl+31 6 3432 9621