About UIC
Business development for
startups and scaleups
UIC is a business incubator and accelerator that supports innovative startups and scaleups in developing stronger, more sustainable businesses. From an early business idea to growth and international expansion, we provide structured business development, experienced coaches, relevant networks and connections to investors, industry and other experts.
From idea to international growth
Our support is tailored to each company’s stage and needs. UIC takes no ownership in the companies we support, which allows us to act as an independent partner focused on what is best for your business.
Develop, scale up
Do you or your company have a new business idea or want to start a business? Have you started one but want insights to build a successful, valuable company? Ready to scale up or launch internationally? Contact UIC unconditionally to see how we can help.
Create jobs
A business incubator supports startups and established companies to grow and succeed. We track the number of jobs created by companies in our programs annually.
UIC partners
Our business development programs collaborate with about twenty industry partners who support UIC companies via seminars, advice, and services. These partners also help finance UIC. Additionally, we have a network of business coaches guiding company growth.
This is how we do it
How UIC Supports Startups
and growth companies
Building a company means facing different challenges at different stages. An early idea may need validation and a clearer business model, while a growing startup may need to strengthen its organisation, secure funding, enter new markets or prepare to scale.
UIC offers business development programs for entrepreneurs, startups and scaleups at different stages and industries. Through coaching, workshops, specialist expertise, financing opportunities and our wider network, we help companies identify priorities, make better-informed decisions and move forward faster.
The result is a shorter time to market and reduced risks during the early and most critical stages of growth.
We have a large network of carefully selected business coaches who guide companies throughout their business development. Our focus is on strengthening businesses through expert support rather than providing office space, ensuring that companies receive the strategic guidance they need to grow sustainably.
UIC does not take any ownership stakes in the companies we support, allowing us to remain an independent and objective partner.
This approach, combined with our proven business development model, has contributed to a high survival rate among the startups and growth companies that participate in UIC’s programs.
What you get
through UIC
Companies accepted into UIC’s programs gain access to more than business coaching. Our role is to connect you with the knowledge, people and opportunities that can help your company develop.
Depending on your needs and program, this can include:
- Tailored business development and individual coaching
- Experienced external business coaches and specialists
- Connections to investors, industry and potential partners
- Support in areas such as financing, sales, strategy and internationalisation
- Access to UIC’s partner network and exclusive offers
- Opportunities to meet other founders and growth companies
- Access to Innovation Stable co-working
The aim is to help you reduce risk, shorten your time to market and build a stronger company.
Get support from UIC Partners
Partners of UIC provide specialized expertise and support to startups in the program — from legal and funding to sales, marketing, and business growth.
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