The Circular kickstart
Growth Accelerator
Launch your start-up into tomorrow's economy!
About this accelerator
Our Growth Accelerator Programme offers you and 24 other promising entrepreneurs the chance to immerse yourself in a growth trajectory on circular entrepreneurship. During this 6-month journey you will master all the necessary tools and knowledge you need to secure your start-up's success and accelerate your growth.
Get ready for positive growth!
Scale the impact of your circular solution with a tailor-made business model
Join our circular start-up community and expand your network
Receive invaluable advice and 1-on-1 coaching from circular experts and mentors
How to apply
Apply before 20/01/2025
Tell us about your circular solution by filling in the application form. This will take around 10 minutes.
Pitch Days
If your application passes our screening, you will be invited to pitch to a jury of partners, experts and mentors at the end of January.
At the start of February, we'll announce the final selection of participants for our cohort of 25 start-ups.
Programme details
Acceleration: February 2025 - June 2025
Expert guidance and mentorship by circular economy experts & industry leaders
Circular entrepreneur starterclass
Circular business sprints, with focus on implementing winning circular business and revenue models in your business
Circular design sprints with top experts in eco-design
Access to a growing circular business community of start-ups, SME’s and industry leaders
Exposure as a circular ambassador in Belgium and Europe
Practical information
Duration: 6 months
Location: Different locations in Flanders, with headquarters in Ghent and Antwerp
Cost: 6 x 165 euro
