For the first time, Value Factory organizes our “Value Factory Startup Cup”: a competition designed to identify and support early-stage startups that are tackling the biggest challenges of our time: climate change and global food security. We believe that the solutions to these issues lie in groundbreaking (tech) innovations in agrifood, biobased, plant-based and circular economy sectors.
On November 22, 2024, we will invite nominated startups to pitch their ideas to a professional jury at Rootz. The winning startup will receive a minimum €100k investment and access to our Value Building Program, which provides the tools and mentorship needed to scale quickly and effectively.
The Value Factory Startup Cup provides more than just financial support. In addition to a €100k investment, we offer startups access to our Value Building Program, a hands-on initiative designed to help early-stage companies accelerate their growth. Tailored to each startup’s specific needs, this program offers support in key areas such as Strategy, Marketing, Finance, and Technology.
We are particularly interested in startups that meet the following criteria:
- Impact Focus: Startups that aim to combat climate change or enhance food security through innovative solutions, especially in agrifood, biobased, plant-based, or circular economy sectors.
- Early-Stage (Pre-seed/Seed): companies that are still in the early stages of development (TRL <5). Companies that have raised no more than €1 million in previous investments.
- Disruptive Technology: Startups leveraging cutting-edge technologies like robotics, AI, blockchain, or drones to bring transformative change.
- Team: Startups led by a passionate management team with at least two team members.
- Scalability: Businesses with a scalable model that can become profitable within 3 to 5 years.
For more information and to register: valuefactory.vc/startup-cup
Applications are open until October 31, 2024.
