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Tell us what you are building

Before you apply

Your idea or company should have startup potential and a clear ambition to develop

You should be ready to work actively on validation, business development or growth

You can apply as an individual founder or a team, depending on the programme

Applications can be submitted in English or Finnish

What happens after you apply?

Applications are submitted through a separate application platform. This allows our team to review your startup idea, current stage and supporting materials in a structured way.

1. Initial application review

We review the information provided in your application, including your business idea, team, development stage and any supporting materials, such as a pitch deck.

2. Expert validation

StartHub’s expert validators assess the application as part of our deal flow process. The review focuses on the potential of the idea, the team’s readiness and whether StartHub’s services and community are a suitable fit for your current needs.

3. Fit discussion

If the application shows potential or may be suitable for StartHub membership, we will contact you to arrange an interview.

The discussion may be held with our Community Manager, other members of the StartHub team and, where relevant, external stakeholder validators with expertise related to your business or industry.

4. Decision and next steps

After the discussion, we will decide whether the startup is accepted as a StartHub member.

If your application is accepted, our Community Manager will contact you to arrange an onboarding meeting and guide you through the next steps.

If your application is not accepted at this stage, you can request a follow-up discussion. We can explain the main reasons behind the decision, provide feedback and help you identify what could be developed before applying again or moving forward through another suitable route.

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