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2 April - 30 MayScience Park Towers, Jönköping

Calling all tech heads, creative minds and future changemakers! 🌏 💜

Do you want to make a difference by turning challenges into business opportunities? Do you think that tech can be a powerful tool for doing good for the climate and our society? We do! Join The startup program: Sustaintech  AI this spring and develop your business idea for a brighter future. 

We believe that technology is a key factor in making positive change happen. In the Startup program the mission is to solve some of the world’s most urgent challenges using Artificial Intelligence (AI) and a entrepreneurial mindset. We all need to act now! In the program, you will go from idea to business idea, testing and verification, and last but not least – pitching. 

    Who can apply?

    Do you have a solution on how to create a more inclusive society using tech? Develop more effective healthcare solutions, or help households save energy in a smart way? Maybe you have an idea on how neighborhoods could be safer, or help consumers make sustainable choices in their everyday life? If you have an idea that can create impact and do good for the environment and our society, then you should apply for the Startup program. We are looking for:

    You/a team that wants to make an impact and has a business idea that can help solving a societal challenge. 🙌  We are looking for ideas that have the potential to evolve into business models using AI, even if the application of AI in your idea is not yet defined.

    9 sessions – from idea to business idea

    By attending the Startup program, you will develop your business idea together with other driven people during an intensive program led by dedicated business coaches. During the program, you will be provided with the right tools in order to take the next steps with your business idea, gain new insights, knowledge and engage in valuable co-learning. You will also get free access to our coworking space and individual coaching with our business developers throughout the entire program.  

    We'll wrap up the program with the Impact Demo Day – the grand finale where you can pitch your solution to a jury and compete for up to 15 000 SEK from Tillväxtstiftelsen i Jönköpings län and a trip to Techarena – the biggest tech fair in Sweden.  

    More information

    When: 9 sessions between April 2nd - June 5th (start April 2nd at 5pm-7pm) 
    Where: Science Park Towers, Framgången 1, Jönköping
    Language: 
    English
    Cost:
     Except for your dedication and time, participating in the program is free of charge

    Send us your application by March 19th at latest. If you have any questions about the event, contact simon.hagedorn@sciencepark.se.


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    Program


    17:00

    Kick off

    During this session, you'll have the opportunity to get to know your peers, meet Science Park's business developers, and gather all the information you need about the program. Additionally, you'll explore how to effectively articulate the problem your idea aims to solve, using the NABC model and your vision.

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    17:00

    Basics of AI

    Let's dive into the basics of AI and explore how it can bring real value to your business or organization. Together, we'll explore how your company can benefit from this technology and how it can enhance your operations even further.

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    Science Park Towers, Cube + Corner


    17:00

    Sustainability

    What are the benefits of operating sustainably or being classified as an impact company? Emilia Sundberg, Sustainability Manager at Science Park, will help you consider how to create a sustainable business that contributes to better conditions for people, animals, and nature.

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    Science Park Towers, Cube + Corner


    17:00

    Open AI After Work

    An open AI forum where there's no fixed lecture dominating, but rather dialogues and spontaneous discussions. We'll have a brief knowledge session with Markus Drugge, CEO of Arboair, a startup revolutionizing the forestry industry. He'll discuss their operations and strategy, as well as the keys to successfully implementing AI in the organization.

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    17:00

    Startup Seminar + fund your startup

    We'll delve into all the key aspects you need to consider when starting a business, like different types of businesses, taxes, and registration. Then, we'll dive into the various ways you can finance your business idea. What opportunities are out there? What might be your next steps? And what should you keep in mind when it comes to financing? We'll also provide an overview of Science Park's offerings for starting and financing a new venture.

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    17:00

    AI – Deep dive

    Here, we dive into AI technology and explore what it takes to successfully implement AI solutions. We'll go through available AI techniques and their capabilities, and discuss how these can be applied to create value across different sectors and businesses. We'll also touch on key aspects like data management, IT infrastructure, and business understanding, which are vital for a successful AI implementation. This session offers an overview and practical insights to effectively use and implement AI in your start-up.

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    Science Park Towers, Cube + Corner


    17:00

    Pitch Lab

    Learn the art of pitching. During this session, you'll discover the fundamentals and the best tricks on how to shine like a pro with your pitch.

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    Science Park Towers, Cube + Corner


    17:00

    Pitch Night

    Each team gets the opportunity to pitch their idea to the other participants in the program. Learn the art of refining and marketing your company through a 5-minute pitch, with the goal of attracting partners, investors, or customers.

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    17:00

    Impact Demo Day

    It's finally time to present your idea to an audience and jury! At Impact Demo Day, you'll receive valuable feedback on your pitch and business idea, while also competing for 10,000 SEK in development funds from the Growth Foundation (Tillväxtstiftelsen) in Jönköping County. The event will be an integral part of Science Park's summer celebration.

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    Got questions about the program? Get in touch with:

    Simon Hagedorn
    Business Developer, Science Park

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    Simon Sleman
    Business Developer with focus on AI, Science Park

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