Your Career at a Northern Startup: A Conversation

Through a panel of founders and professionals working in the start-up world, you’ll get an inside look at what it’s like to work at a start-up, what makes these environments unique, and what to expect day to day. It’s also a great opportunity to connect with local founders and professionals in the start-up ecosystem.

Whether you're exploring your options, looking to grow your network, or seriously considering a career in the start-up world - this event is for you.

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Attendance is free, but registration is required as space is limited. Secure your spot now!

"I connect people and ideas to spark entrepreneurship in the Northern Netherlands. At Founded, I help students and researchers take their first startup steps—through hands-on events, smart tools, and a strong network. Through Startup Visa NL, I have seen over 400 startup visa applications in the past 4 years"

"I am the founder and CEO of Sencilia, an early-stage DeepTech/MedTech startup based in Groningen. Sencilia develops novel sensor technology to improve the safety of intravenous (IV) infusion therapy in neonatal and pediatric intensive care."

"As the Head of Innokite, I lead the transformation of how knowledge-intensive startups are supported in the Northern Netherlands. From fragmented initiatives to a unified ecosystem, I’ve helped architect and implement a model that integrates research valorisation, founder development, licensing, and investment—all rooted in academic excellence and real-world traction."

This event is organized in collaboration with Founded in the North - a platform that promotes, supports, and connects startups and scale-ups from the Northern Netherlands, and Innokite - a vibrant workspace and community dedicated to helping knowledge-intensive startups and founders turn vision into action. Through mentoring, collaboration, and support, Innokite empowers entrepreneurs to learn, grow, and succeed together, celebrating every step on the road to innovation.