We are WorldStartup
We catalyse positive growth. Join us and co-create an inclusive and regenerative economy by supporting changemakers in every corner of the world.
Supporting amazing changemakers
We create communities, offer support programmes and unlock resources for changemakers, so they can grow their business for a positive impact on society and nature.
Startup Support
We create communities, offer support programmes and unlock resources for changemakers to grow their business and foster positive impact on society and nature.
Innovation & Hackathons
Complex issues require joint efforts. That is why we work with a multitude of partners on tangible solutions to create shared value.
Ecosystem Development
We create communities, offer support programmes and unlock resources for changemakers to grow their business and foster positive impact on society and nature.
Our Theory of Change
In an era marked by unprecedented global challenges and rapid change, WorldStartup strives to advocate for a more sustainable and inclusive world. At the core of our mission lies the belief that an inclusive and sustainable economy is not only possible but is also imperative for the well-being of our planet and its inhabitants. Through our Theory of Change, we seek to ignite a wave of positive growth, powered by collaboration and equality.
Meet the team
We cocreate remarkable and progressive experiences with and for changemakers to accelerate positive growth. Dive in to our work and learn more about innovation projects and programmes, support of changemakers, or capacity building in ecosystems.
Alice Pavin
Programme & Investment Manager
Ana-Maria Cojocaru
Writer
Ben Duggan
Capital Community Intern
Daniël Steginga
Managing Director of WorldStartup
Gerrit Jan van 't Veen
Strategy & Business Development
Jasmann Chhatwal
Junior Programme Manager & Investment Analyst
Marjan de Jong
Managing Director of WorldStartup
Michelle Karamagi
Marketing & Communications Intern
Milena Ninova
Innovation Programme & Service Design Manager
Nguyen Minh Hien
Capital Community Intern
Svitlana Khrystenko
Innovation Programme Manager & Service Designer
Let's Build a Better Future Together.
From facilitating partnerships that open new markets to fostering a culture of innovation within traditional sectors, WorldStartup is redefining what it means to be a changemaker in today's interconnected world.
Changemakers we love you
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We offer a variety of support and innovation programmes for ambitious impact-driven changemakers. Check out our upcoming activities here.
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