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Shaping the next wave of innovation with startups, corporates, and the public sector.

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About Us

At Start2 Group, we empower startups and forward-thinking innovators around the globe to transform bold ideas into impactful, future-driven solutions that shape industries and improve lives.

About Us

Empowering Global Innovation Through Collaboration

Start2 Group develops and runs award-winning startup and innovation programs that connect the right people with the right opportunities.

By bridging sectors, markets, and regions, we create the conditions for meaningful partnerships and scalable progress. Through tailored support and global networks, we empower solutions that not only scale but make a lasting impact on the world.

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Trusted by Clients Worldwide

Activities

Explore Current Activities Around the Globe

VITAL

VITAL supports development of next-generation therapeutics and vaccine technologies and platforms with funding and accelerator programs.

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U.S. Immersion Week

Collaborate to create. We connect startups with industry leaders, unlocking partnerships that drive innovation and deliver real-world impact.

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German Accelerator

German Accelerator helps German startups scale into the leading innovation hubs across the globe. German Accelerator is run by Start2 and funded by BMWK.

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Singapore EDB

Accelerate corporate-startup collaboration in Singapore through pilot-driven innovation and strategic venture building.

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Scaler8

Your bridge to the German market – guided access, strategic insights, and real traction.

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German Accelerator

German Accelerator helps German startups scale into the leading innovation hubs across the globe. German Accelerator is run by Start2 and funded by BMWK.

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Cashwalk for Startups

Cashwalk for Startups is an exclusive pitch event for scale-ready startups, connecting handpicked founders with top-tier investors.

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Cashwalk for Investors

Cashwalk for Investors is an exclusive pitch event connecting top investors with high-potential startups showing real traction.

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Cashcamp

Gain fundraising frameworks, hands-on practice, and sector-specific insights in three focused, on-site days.

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RISE & SCALE Ecosystem Gathering

Join 300+ founders, investors, and innovation leaders for an evening of real conversations, great food, and startup momentum.

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RISE & SCALE Conference

RISE & SCALE Conference is an exclusive event for ecosystem builders, offering actionable frameworks, peer insights, and proven tools to scale companies.

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German Accelerator

German Accelerator helps German startups scale into the leading innovation hubs across the globe. German Accelerator is run by Start2 and funded by BMWK.

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We Are Global

We’re Where Innovation Takes Shape

Our Locations

We combine local insights with global access to help you grow, scale, and lead change.

Corporate Success Stories

Explore how we drive corporate innovation.

AI-Driven R&D Acceleration in the Polymer Industry

How a deep tech startup helped a global polymer company fast-track
innovation through OI and a real-world PoC.innovation through OI and a real-world PoC.

Open Innovation in Advanced Materials

How a global appliance manufacturer sourced an international solution to pilot food-safe, sustainable coatings not readily available in its local market.

Sensor Innovation with a Tier 1 Automotive Supplier

How a deep tech startup helped a global polymer coHow a global Tier 1 automotive supplier partnered with a Singapore-based startup to co-develop and pilot advanced sensing technology through a structured open
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innovation through OI and a real-world PoC.innovation through OI and a real-world PoC.

Core Competencies

Focus Areas That Drive Innovation

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We accelerate the global adoption of AI, helping industries and communities unlock its potential and lead the future of innovation.

Climate Tech

Climate Tech

We work with governments, startups, and industry leaders to scale climate tech solutions that accelerate the transition to a sustainable, resilient future.

Life Sciences

Life Sciences

We support life sciences innovations that transform global health –advancing solutions that improve lives and shape the future of healthcare.

Real Results. Real Stories.

Don’t take our word for it – take theirs

“The network of mentors has the right blend of industry and startup and help open doors to the right business partners.”

Edwin Chow 

Assistant CEO & Innovation

“Start2 has been a key partner for ScaleNL and the Dutch Government in Silicon Valley, providing critical support in driving the success of our startup.”

Michael Dooijes

Founder, ScaleNL & Startup Liaison

“Through the Scaler8 program (powered by Start2 Group), we connected with key local players who helped us successfully enter the German market."

Andrew Woo Schill

Head of Growth, Microsec

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