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.

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

Alice Pavin

Programme & Investment Manager

Ana-Maria Cojocaru

Writer

Ana-Maria Cojocaru

Writer

Daniël Steginga

Managing Director of WorldStartup

Daniël Steginga

Managing Director of WorldStartup

Gerrit Jan van 't Veen

Strategy & Business Development

Gerrit Jan van 't Veen

Strategy & Business Development

Marjan de Jong

Managing Director of WorldStartup

Marjan de Jong

Managing Director of WorldStartup

Michelle Karamagi

Marketing & Communications Intern

Michelle Karamagi

Marketing & Communications Intern

Milena Ninova

Innovation Programme & Service Design Manager

Milena Ninova

Innovation Programme & Service Design Manager

Svitlana Khrystenko

Innovation Programme Manager & Service Designer

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.

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.

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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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