Updates and new opportunities to fast-forward innovation with us that matters. View this email in your browser (https://mailchi.mp/kickstart-innovation/keeping-up-with-kickstart-2023-digest1-12693259?e=a37f17cdef) Logo ** New Opportunities at Kickstart! ------------------------------------------------------------ 16 May 2024 Hello, Kickstart Family! We hope to share some of the updates as well as new opportunities for you to fast-forward innovation with us that matters. This year has already been marked by significant achievements and new beginnings, and we are excited to keep the momentum going with ongoing programs and upcoming initiatives. Here’s what you’ll find in this edition of our newsletter: * Kickstart Innovation Program - Extended Application Deadline: There's still time to join our next program cycle until June 4th! * A new Partnership with IKEA Switzerland: united to find sustainable solutions for repurposing and recycling treated wood waste. Apply by June 7th! * Intrapreneurship Program - Next Edition: our initiative designed to strengthen core business operations while enhancing team capabilities. Apply by July 1st! * Global Recognition: A toast to our recognition as one of the Top 25 Startup Accelerators globally. * Innovation Mapping: Dive into our newly launched Collaboration Map, visualising our impactful journey. * Alumni Updates: Celebrating recent successes and breakthroughs from our network of innovators * Ecosystem Opportunities and Events: news from our ecosystem We look forward to your continued engagement as we strive to make 2024 a year of substantial impact and innovation. Be sure to visit our website (https://www.kickstart-innovation.com/) and learn more about how we can help you bring new collaborations to life in 2024. Let’s keep pushing the boundaries together! #makeithappen ** What’s New at Kickstart ------------------------------------------------------------ Deadline Extended to June 4th, 2024! We have heard from many interested applicants from more than 25 countries so far and have extended the application deadline to June 4th. Your role in sharing this news could be pivotal! We are seeking scaleups that are set to redefine industry norms and are eager to extend their influence in Switzerland, Europe, and further afield in the following verticals: Finance & Insurance, Health & Wellbeing, Smart Cities, Food & Retail, New Work & Learning. Head to our application platform and submit a proposal today (https://www.kickstart-innovation.com/join-startup) or nominate scaleup that can take advantage of this opportunity. A new Partnership with IKEA Switzerland for Sustainable Wood Waste Solutions We are excited to announce a new partnership with IKEA Switzerland, focusing on sustainable solutions for repurposing and recycling treated wood waste. The initiative aims to address a significant environmental challenge by transforming waste into valuable resources. This collaboration is a step towards fostering innovation and promoting a more sustainable, circular economy. We invite startups and established companies to join us in developing groundbreaking solutions that contribute to this mission. Apply by June 7th (https://www.kickstart-innovation.com/ikea-waste-to-resource) or nominate/share in your community. Announcing the Next Edition of our Intrapreneurship Program Kickstart Innovation is launching the next edition of its Intrapreneurship Program, a 10-week initiative designed to strengthen core business operations while enhancing team capabilities and upskilling the workforce. This intensive program provides teams with the necessary tools, mindset, and network to develop and validate new ideas or accelerate existing projects. Participants will benefit from expert and investor guidance, targeted networking opportunities through over 100 events, and actionable methodologies for innovation. Applications are open until July 1st. (https://www.kickstart-innovation.com/academy-intrapreneurship) Kickstart in the Top 25 Startup Accelerators globally We're excited to share that CB Insights has included Kickstart Innovation in the Top 25 Startup Accelerators globally! We're not your average accelerator, but we're honored to be recognized for driving meaningful innovation. This reflects our dedication to nurturing innovation and helping startups thrive. A heartfelt thanks to our amazing team, partners, advisors, experts, and the startups from 80 countries we've collaborated with. Your commitment, creativity, and hard work have made this achievement a reality. Tracking our Innovation Journey since 2016 Talking about the open innovation ecosystem, we are delighted to share the publication of our Collaboration Map (https://www.kickstart-innovation.com/collaborations-map) . The map was created in partnership with Clara (https://clarafinds.com/) (Kickstart alumni) and collects, with an easy-to-navigate interface, all the collaborations between our partners and startups from 2016 to the present. In this way, it is possible to visualise and sort the 310 projects that came into play thanks to Kickstart-enabled interactions. https://www.kickstart-innovation.com/collaborations-map ** Great News from our Alumni Community ------------------------------------------------------------ * DynamoFL (https://dynamo.ai/) , a Kickstart 2023 cohort company specializing in Secure and compliant enterprise-grade AI, has announced new state-of-the-art products and features that help enterprises develop production-ready Generative AI applications. Here is the announcement (https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7151262162374529027/) . * Enerdrape (https://enerdrape.com/en/) announces the successful conclusion of an additional CHF 1.3 million seed financing round, marking a significant stride in our journey as pioneers introducing the world's first prefabricated geothermal panel technology. More details (https://www.linkedin.com/posts/enerdrape_geothermalinnovation-sustainableenergy-nodrilling-activity-7151152809281744896-NU26) . * JENTIS (https://www.jentis.com/) won an award at the Founders Games at the World Economic Forum in #Davos! It was selected as one of five winners among 4500 applicants from 150 countries. More details (https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7154077278967115777/) * Neustark (https://www.neustark.com/en) 's storage technology has been integrated into Möckli's recycling site since September 2023. In its first three months in operation, 200 tons of CO2 were removed – that's a new record! In addition, Holcim has announced its investment in Neustark, which is a significant step towards Holcim's commitment to circular construction and sustainability, with the ambitious goal of removing one million tons of CO2 by 2030. More info (https://holcimmaqerventures.com/holcim-invests-in-cleantech-startup-neustark/) . * MiiCare (https://www.miicare.co.uk/) , last year's alumni, has embarked on an exciting journey at the start of the new year by announcing a significant partnership with LiveWell by Zurich. Through this partnership, MiiCare demonstrates its commitment to innovation, ensuring that clients in need receive the best possible care and support. * Lightium (https://lightium.co/) secures CHF 2.67 million grant from Innosuisse to accelerate photonic technology commercialization. Congratulations to the team! ** Ecosystem Opportunities and Events ------------------------------------------------------------ Open Hub Day 2024 Join the Impact Hub Zürich (https://zurich.impacthub.ch/) Community on June 7 for their annual Open Hub Day (https://www.openhubday.ch/) . There will be workshops, talks, presentations, a marketplace, a variety of networking options and of course, the best coffee in town at Café Auer & Co. Viva Technology: 2024 edition Kickstart will proudly join Vivatech this year and is excited to meet thriving startups at Europe's biggest startup and tech event. Our team will be here on Friday 24th and Saturday 25th of May. If you are also attending, please reach out to Claire (https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-marine-pandraud-70804a5a/) , she will be very happy to connect there. Swiss Climate Reporting Forum 2024 We are partnering with GreenBuzz Zurich for the Swiss Climate Reporting Forum on May 17 at SIX Swiss Exchange. Organized by our alumni Pelt8, CelsiusPro, and GreenBuzz Zurich, this event will feature discussions on sustainability and climate reporting. With a lineup of expert speakers and limited tickets available, secure your spot today: Get Tickets (https://greenbuzz.global/zurich/event/scrf2024/) InvestHK Global ScaleUp Competition 2024 Don’t miss the chance to join top international startups at Hong Kong FinTech Week (https://fintechweek.hk/) for unmatched exposure to over 30,000 visitors, business opportunities through one-on-one meetings with Corporate, Investor and Service Champions, consultation sessions with regulators, and a winning potential investment of up to US$3 million from venture sponsors AngelHub and Club Deal. Circularity 24: Accelerating the Circular Economy As the leading conference for professionals building the circular economy, Circularity 24 on May 22 offers thought-provoking keynotes, actionable breakouts, a solutions-oriented expo and unparalleled networking opportunities for leaders implementing circular solutions. Get tickets (https://www.greenbiz.com/events/circularity/2024) Looking Forward! Looking ahead, we are excited about the possibilities that 2024 holds. Together, we will continue to ignite innovation, build meaningful partnerships, and make a positive impact on the world. https://www.linkedin.com/company/kickstart-innovation/ https://www.instagram.com/kickstart_inno/ https://twitter.com/kickstart_inno Copyright (C) 2024 Kickstart Innovation AG. All rights reserved. Want to change how you receive these emails? 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