Startup exchange program
The X-Borders exchange program is an offer for startups from the region East Netherlands and NRW.
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GET.Connected
The program:
During one week (Mon-Fri) selected start-ups have the opportunity to work with a partner hub of their choice in the Netherlands or Germany.
In addition, the startups during the GET.Connected week are supported by the Hubs
a) during an event
(In the Netherlands: Events which have emerged from the European Entrepreneurial Region (EER) Award which the province of Gelderland has won; In Germany: Events of the Digital Hubs, e.g. Meetups and Networking Evenings) or
b) in 1-on-1 mode, to companies and other stakeholders so that startups can better network in each other’s ecosystems.
The goal:
- Validate your business idea and test it on the market
- Gain access to new markets
- Get the chance for investments
The report:
After the GET.connected-week both the startup and the visited partner hub write a detailed report about their experiences. These reports are used to inform and improve future cross-border activities and to inform all stakeholders (hubs, startups, partners, etc.).
At the end of the project, the reports will be published on the website.
EVENT.Exchange
The program:
The EVENT.exchange program allows startups from Germany and the Netherlands to attend certain events abroad to support the growth of their business.
The goal:
- Startups can pitch in front of an audience
- The audience consists of established companies and investors
- Networking / contacting the audience is supported
- Presentations can be held in English
The report:
After the EVENT.exchange programme, a detailed experience report about the visited event will be written by the startup, used to improve future cross-border activities and to inform all stakeholders (hubs, startups, partners, etc.).
At the end of the project, the reports will be published on the website.