Your Innovation Advantage
Join one of Europe’s Leading Startup Hubs for ecosystem building & corporate innovation.
Leverage the Power of Our Network
for Your Innovation Needs
Start2 Group supports global corporations, investors, public institutions and private ecosystem builders on their journey to innovation and new business creation.
We provide tailor-made innovation programs, from strategic ecosystem building to operative program execution. Whether you are looking to build your own startups, invest in promising candidates or collaborate with the most exciting founder teams from around the globe, we have you covered.
At Start2 Group our focus lies on creating tangible outcomes. We empower investor dealflow and portfolio management, operate corporate incubation, venture building and venture clienting services, as well as strategic ecosystem outreach and design. The result? Scalable use-cases and measurable results.
Whether you are a corporate innovation professional, investment manager, ecosystem builder or public service agent - we offer dedicated pathways for you to collaborate and create value.
Let’s build it together!
Our Financial Times Awards
Why Start2 Group
Proven Impact
Ranked among Europe’s top startup hubs by the Financial Times, we bring nearly two decades of experience delivering startup programs that drive real economic growth.
Global Access
Connect to our international network of startups, corporates, public partners and Investors across Asia, Europe, and the Americas, unlocking opportunities for global impact.
Tailored Solutions
We co-design initiatives around your priorities – ensuring relevance, alignment, quick results, and long-term value for your innovation agenda.
Venture Clienting Services
Powered by our strategic partnership with Glassdollar we offer industry-leading venture clienting services, creating fast traction in startup collaboration for global corporates and industry leaders.
Trusted by Clients Worldwide
Our Innovation Track Record
Global Reach
Start2 Group is deeply embedded in global innovation ecosystems, with Start2 offices and staff in 17 markets across 5 continents
Expert Team
130 full time professionals and over 1,300 international mentors and innovation experts
Proven Impact
Start2 already realized over 500 innovation projects for DAX corporations, SMEs, and Hidden Champions
Startup Access
Support of over 6,000 startups (including heavyweights like FlixBus, Celonis, and Trade Republic) and over 800 participating startups each year from over 7,200 screened applications
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.”
“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.”
“Through the Scaler8 program (powered by Start2 Group), we connected with key local players who helped us successfully enter the German market."
