Aalto Startup Center (external link)
Aalto Startup Center accelerates the growth and success of early-stage startups, particularly those with a focus on high-tech and sustainable innovations.
100STARTUPS
Have you been sitting on your idea for ages? Is your computer full of half-written business plans? Do you want to learn if your idea is viable? Do you want to explore whether it's a real business waiting to happen? We are calling you to take action now!
In this event, we are committed to Aalto University’s principles for a safer space.
Within two days, we bring together students, job seekers, creators, dreamers, and future founders to learn the right tools and methods to start building.
You don’t need the perfect idea; you don't need a business degree; you don't need founder experience! Just bring your curiosity and energy. Meet ambitious people, share your ideas and get s*** done.
What is 100STARTUPS?
100STARTUPS is designed to turn ideas into action. We bring together all bold, creative minds that dare to build their ideas now.
Through hands-on masterclasses and expert guidance, participants will validate ideas, form teams, test business concepts, and build the foundations of new startups together. You don’t need experience, funding, or the “perfect” idea, just the courage to start.
We aim to validate 100 concepts throughout pre-event training sessions and workshops and the in-person two-day main event.
Come with an idea, leave as a founder!
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future founders and current founders
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job seekers
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students
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Anyone exploring entrepreneurship
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Workshops and Talks: Practical, founder-first sessions led by operators and experts
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Demo Booths: Hands-on product showcases from 100+ startups and R2Bs
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Pitching: The stage for ambitious founders to meet investors and partners
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Investor Meetups: Curated sessions for VCs, angels, and CVCs
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Matchmaking: Speed meetings connecting startups, corporates, and talent
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Networking: Community mixers, campus tours, and side events
Full agenda released in September.
A Grid, Otakaari 5 A, 02150 Espoo - Aalto University Campus, Finland
A Grid is a leading Nordic startup hub with labs, makerspaces, and a vibrant community just 15 minutes by metro from Helsinki city center. The venue is wheelchair accessible.
August 26, 10:00 - 11:00: Entrepreneurship ABC REGISTER HERE
September 2, 10:00 - 11:00: Startti Raha REGISTER HERE
September 9, 10:00 - 11:00: Business Finland funding opportunities for early-stage startups REGISTER HERE
September 16, 10:00 - 11:00: Legal responsibilities of an entrepreneur REGISTER HERE
September 23, 10:00 - 11:00: Accounting and payroll REGISTER HERE
September 30, 10:00 - 11:00: TBC
October 7, 10:00 - 11:00: Marketing & Branding REGISTER HERE
October 14, 10:00 - 11:00: EU Funding REGISTER HERE
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Contact us!
100STARTUPS is organized by
A Grid (external link)
A Grid is home for nearly 150 ambitious startups and partners, and acts as a gateway to the university’s ecosystem of resources, talented students and cutting-edge research and infrastructure.
100Startups Partners
