VentureLab North

“Seeing all the progress from Friday night’s first pitch to Sunday’s final presentation is just amazing!" – Richard Rushby 🌟 Ready to turn your health tech idea into a business? In just 52 hours, you’ll experience a crash course in what it takes to do just that! From pitching ideas to creating a full business model, it’s an intense yet transformative experience that will push you out of your comfort zone. 🎥 Want to know more? Watch the video below where Richard answers the 5 FAQs—and sign up by 25 October for only €40 (nearly 95% discount)! Find the registration link in the comments below. 👇 ---------- 👀 Psst... Richard has 2 free tickets up his sleeves! Want one? If you're new to the VentureLab Weekend, here’s your chance to enter the contest: ✅ Publish a separate post on LinkedIn or Instagram by 25 October, 12 PM. ✅ Get creative! Use a video, or write a fun pitch or text to show your personality and entrepreneurial spirit. ✅ Tag both @VentureLab North and use #VLWChallenge. ✅ Ensure your profile is public so we can see your content. Richard will personally select the most creative entries! Good luck, and let your creativity shine! #VentureLabWeekend #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #HealthTech

Why hide your mistakes when you can laugh about them over a free drink? 🍻 At #1 Fuckup Nights, we’re embracing failures and turning them into fuel for your success! 💥 📅 Mark your calendars for 14 November at 8:15 PM—you’re invited to De Huiskamer, where two daring entrepreneurs will share their biggest business slip-ups. Yep, they're airing their "dirty laundry" and delivering a dose of epic fail confessions to make you laugh, reflect, and ultimately, inspire! 🍺 First drink’s on the house—because there’s no better way to toast a fail than with a cold ale in hand! Got a story that could out-fail them all? Step up and share your most spectacular misstep (psst... there might be prizes!). 👉 Excited? Get your FREE ticket now ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e2ssVSVE Come for the fails, stay for the tales, and leave with your spirits as high as your newfound standards for screwing up. 🙌 #CheersToFailures #FuckupNights #Entrepreneurship Founded, Hanze Ondernemen | Centre of Expertise Ondernemen, University of Groningen

Last (but not least), meet our best dressed employee with the most amusing sarcastic comments, Richard Rushby. Richard is one who invites us to disagree with him the most, allowing everyone's opinion to be heard and considered — a key ingredient in creating our perfect team atmosphere. 🎉 Raised in the UK, Richard moved to the Netherlands in 2016 and joined our team in May this year. With him, he brought experience from previous involvement with VentureLab North. He describes himself as community-oriented, pragmatic, adaptable, and has a desire to give back to the ecosystem that helped him with his experience of being an entrepreneur. 🤗 As part of our tradition, we asked for his favorite quote. His response? "Listen twice as much as you speak"—now that's motivational! 💪🏻 Have you figured out Richard's lie yet? These were definitely intriguing! #TeamSpotlight #MeetOurTeam

🎯 One weekend. One chance. Unlimited potential. Got an idea in health innovation—or ready to dive into one that can change lives? Health VentureLab Weekend is your once-a-year shot to turn innovative ideas into impact! 🚀 What’s in it for you? 🔸Top-tier coaches at your fingertips: Entrepreneurs, lawyers, AI experts, and financial strategists—your dream team for success! 🔸 A network that multiplies your ideas: Collaborate with innovators who challenge your thinking and expand your horizons. 🔸 The perfect place to test, fail, learn, and win: Get real-time feedback on your idea in a safe space designed to help you grow. 🗓️ We’ve extended the application deadline for the VentureLab Weekend—apply by 25 October! The clock’s ticking—don’t miss your chance to unlock this much value in just one weekend! Ready to bring your health innovation to life? Sign up now for just €40 (a 95% discount!) and take the first step!  ------ 👉 Shoutout to our expert coaches who’ll guide you to the next level: Bart Scheerder, Tjitske Dijkstra, René van der Horst ✔, Eva De Mol, Ignacio Faustino, Carlos Cordeiro, Ilinka Stanciu, Melcher Frankema, Silke Hoekstra, Jelmer Bolt, Arnoud Punt, Raquel da Cruz Barros, Ph.D, Maarten van Roosmalen #StartupJourney #Entrepreneurship #HealthInnovation #VLWChallenge

🌟 From winning the Health VentureLab Weekend to being rewarded from Microsoft, Setareh’s story fills us with pride and inspiration. Setareh Rezaee participated in the 2023 Health VentureLab Weekend, where she and her team took home the top prize. She came with the goal of enhancing her academic background with entrepreneurial skills, but left with so much more. By stepping out of her comfort zone and tackling unexpected challenges, Setareh reignited her belief in her startup, ShineTech, and led her team to an extraordinary victory!🎉 After her big win, Setareh shared how much this recognition meant to her: “No one believed in me, but I did, and now people trust me.” Fast forward to now, her dedication has earned her a spot in Microsoft’s 10-week AI-focused startup acceleration program, along with many more supporters! 🚀 Setareh's journey is a powerful reminder of what hard work and initiative can achieve. ------------- 💡 Feeling inspired? Join the VentureLab Weekend! Test your idea out, embrace the challenge, and discover if the entrepreneurial life is for you. Find the registration link in the comments below! 👇 #StartupJourney #Entrepreneurship #HealthInnovation #VLWChallenge

“Seeing all the progress from Friday night’s first pitch to Sunday’s final presentation is just amazing!" – Richard Rushby 🌟 Ready to turn your health tech idea into a business? In just 52 hours, you’ll experience a crash course in what it takes to do just that! From pitching ideas to creating a full business model, it’s an intense yet transformative experience that will push you out of your comfort zone. 🎥 Want to know more? Watch the video below where Richard answers the 5 FAQs—and sign up by 25 October for only €40 (nearly 95% discount)! Find the registration link in the comments below. 👇 ---------- 👀 Psst... Richard has 2 free tickets up his sleeves! Want one? If you're new to the VentureLab Weekend, here’s your chance to enter the contest: ✅ Publish a separate post on LinkedIn or Instagram by 25 October, 12 PM. ✅ Get creative! Use a video, or write a fun pitch or text to show your personality and entrepreneurial spirit. ✅ Tag both @VentureLab North and use #VLWChallenge. ✅ Ensure your profile is public so we can see your content. Richard will personally select the most creative entries! Good luck, and let your creativity shine! #VentureLabWeekend #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #HealthTech

⏳ Last call! Secure your seat for the Business Lunch Talk with Johanna Spiller and enjoy a free lunch while soaking up all the wisdom.  Ready to start your tech journey? Johanna has empowered 40 women through Alyx and Klapstoel Academy. Join us for the BLT to get her valuable tips and advice—plus a delicious sandwich on the house! 📅 When: 15 October, 13:00-14:00 📍 Where: VentureLab North, Kadijk 4, Groningen 🎟️ Reserve your spot: https://lnkd.in/e2YpmANw What’s in it for you? ✅ Break barriers: Learn how women are retrained for impactful tech careers. ✅ Empower yourself: Discover the skills driving change in tech companies. ✅ Get insider tips: Learn about Johanna’s journey and how to apply her lessons to your career. Don’t wait—secure your spot now! #WomenInTech #GenderGap #FemaleFounders #BusinessLunchTalk #NorthernFounders #Entrepreneurship #KlapstoelAcademy #TeamAlyx Sofia Barbero, Paulina Ryszkowska, Wera Haake, Evelien Ouwehand, Marija Josipović

Shining the spotlight on our last student assistant, Paulina Ryszkowska! A woman of many talents and hobbies, Paulina is the office’s great storyteller, always captivating us with her engaging anecdotes. 🤭 Born and raised in Poland, Paulina joined our delightful team in February. Even after 8 months, she still surprises us with her random skills and vast knowledge. 🌟 Describing herself as curious, creative, and talkative—qualities we wholeheartedly agree with—Paulina came to Groningen to chase her dream of becoming a lawyer. 💻 Wondering what her favorite quote is? Here it is: 'It’s better to try than to regret not trying at all, even if you fail. In the end, failure can still make for a great story. Go for it, even if it seems ridiculous to everyone else.' What an inspiring quote! Let us know if you were able to guess which one of Paulina's statements was a lie! This one was a tricky one. 💪🏻 #TeamSpotlight #MeetOurTeam

🌟 Ready to dive into knowledge, inspiration, and a FREE lunch? 🌟 Wondering how to thrive in the tech world as a woman? Join the Business Lunch Talk (BLT) and hear from Johanna, founder of Alyx and Klapstoel Academy, as she shares her mission to close the gender gap in tech and ensure women get paid what they deserve. 💪 📅 When: October 15, 13:00-14:00 📍 Where: VentureLab North, Kadijk 4, Groningen 🎟️ Reserve your spot: https://lnkd.in/e2YpmANw What’s on the menu? 📌 Breaking Barriers: Learn how women are retrained for impactful tech careers. 📌 Empowerment in Action: Discover the skills driving change in the industry. 📌 Real-Life Impact: Get inspired by Johanna's success in launching 40+ tech careers since 2022. This is your chance to ask questions, learn directly from Johanna, and get practical insights—all over a FREE LUNCH! 🥪 Seats are filling up fast—secure yours now! #Founded #WomenInTech #GenderGap #FemaleFounders #BusinessLunchTalk #NorthernFounders #Entrepreneurship #KlapstoelAcademy #TeamAlyx 

“Life-changing, challenging, and rewarding” is how Mostafa Hadadian describes his entrepreneurial journey 🚀 With a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Computer Engineering and the challenge of balancing his PhD plus the program, Mostafa remains determined and deeply invested in reaching his goals. Mostafa is originally from Iran and his favourite hobbies include video games, computers, and sports. His favorite quote, “Never give up,” empowers him to view setbacks as lessons. He also compares entrepreneurship to a roller coaster, noting that “the fluctuations make it exciting.” 🎢 His aim is to bridge the gap between academia and industry to drive technological advancements through his company, Caidel. With the support of the program, Mostafa has achieved significant personal and professional milestones. 🌟 Thank you for sharing your story. It's truly motivational, and we couldn’t be happier for you. #ParticipantSpotlight #BusinessDevelopmentProgram