The Growth Collective

3 business accelerators

1 mission With The Growth Collective, the three largest business accelerators for start-ups and scale-ups in Flanders join forces to maximize founders’ chances of success. With the support of VLAIO, NOA, Start it @KBC and imec.istart offer complementary tracks, programs, and events tailored to innovative growth companies. Together, our three communities represent more than 80% of the Flemish start-up and scale-up landscape.

 

Discover imec.istart's program offering

 

Co-founder Matchmaking Event

This event is designed to meet the needs of solo founders by helping them find potential co-founders. Additionally, early-stage companies with two founders can connect with a third, complementary co-founder to accelerate their growth and increase their chances of becoming a successful business.

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International Missions

After local preparations, you'll be guided to a specific city or region. Alongside other growing companies, you’ll explore new markets and network with local customers, partners, and investors.

B2B Growth Mission to Paris

 

Masterclass Internationalisation

Expanding your startup or scaleup internationally is not something that happens overnight. Our experts have decades of experience in guiding companies through their foreign expansion. After this masterclass and personalized coaching sessions, you'll be fully prepared to enter the international market! 

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