One size doesn't fit all - specific advice for specific problems
Our network of over 200+ alumni provide specific advice for your unique challenges with targeted help for real issues.
Our network
A very important development in Metropool Rotterdam. There is already a very good eco system but the missing link was cooperation!
Founder First Dutch
It's not a sprint but a marathon or even a few marathons. You need to: visualise the race, have a great start, the right shoes, well planned nutrition support and the ability to adapt to tough times. Perseverance and agility are equally important.
Director Peter4Strategy
Talk, talk talk to your future customers, and check your assumptions Don't hesitate to think big!
Owner MintoA
Balance passion with knowledge.
CEO Fatboy
Only start a company when you are really passionate about the subject and purpose, otherwise you will get bored. Make sure you do your homework well before making and presenting your business plan.
Investor PVS
Raymond Cloosterman, founder and CEO of Rituals Cosmetics, is an entrepreneur, brand builder and business economist.
Founder Rituals
Form a dedicated core team passionate about solving the problem; have fun and persevere through setbacks.
Managing Director at Houlihan Lokey and Green Valley Capital BV
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Focus on making your launching customer a success and create the perfect reference!
Consultant IBM and Shell
Focus on your goal but keep an open mind for opportunities on the way.
CEO Post & Co
Listen to others, make your own decisions.
Director at Totebel
3 rules that invariable come up in every coaching session: (1) Focus (2) Focus and (3) Focus
Business Coach/Mentor
Roos Damen is the Managing Director of Damen Yachting.
MD Damen Yachting
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Successful connections
Examples of past introductions between portfolio companies and our support community
Supporting alumni
“Supporting founders to succeed not only makes a real difference for the startup, but also allows me to enjoy working with innovators like Krijn, to give back, and to learn from conversations that challenge my thinking.”
Portfolio founder
"Job brings exceptional strategic insight. His guidance and contacts in the construction industry are very valuable to Iconic Works’ growth.”
Supporting alumni
"The ambition from BASH is great to see, being a part of their journey as they scale is something I’m already enjoying."
Portfolio founder
"Merlin was a great help! Thanks to her B2C-specific expertise from her time at Vinted, she quickly understood our challenges, which lead to substantial progress in just one meeting."
Supporting alumni
"It's truly inspiring to see these young entrepreneurs pursuing their dreams. I'm actively contributing to bring focus to their sales processes wherever I can."
Portfolio founder
"Tom has a strong B2B sales track record, he was able to quickly pinpoint improvements and missed opportunities in our sales approach."
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For startups
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