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NETWORK
ESN is the place where national startup associations can meet, exchange best practices and amplify their local, regional and national initiatives across the continent
ADVOCACY
ESN represents and connects its members (and their member companies) with European policy and decision makers and facilitates their advocacy efforts at the European level.
RESEARCH
ESN publishes high-quality insights into the European innovation ecosystem in collaboration with its members.

France Digitale
France digitale is a leading startup and investor association, convinced that Europe can promote a different vision of technology, free of vice, and more responsibility. The mission of their association is to play as a team and unite innovators to change the face of the world.

Startup Verband
The German Startup Association is the voice of startups in Germany. It represents their interests to politics, business, and the public. In its network of 1,200 members, the association facilitates exchange between startups, scaleups, investors, and the established economy.

Austrian Startups
AustrianStartups is Austria’s biggest startup platform and Think Tank for entrepreneurship. By building a strong community, educating the next generation of founders and changing the political landscape in Austria, they work on an entrepreneurial future for Austria.

BESCO
A non-governmental organisation that acts as a bridge between startups, private and institutional investors, the government and other stakeholders in the innovation industry.

Cro Startup
Cro Startup is a Croatian non-profit organisation dedicated to fostering the startup ecosystem by connecting founders, investors, and mentors. It aims to simplify regulatory barriers, provide essential resources, and raise the global profile of Croatian startups to create a supportive environment for innovation and entrepreneurship.

Czech Startups
The Czech Start-up Association is a key platform dedicated to fostering innovation and growth within the Czech start-up ecosystem. Through collaborations with public and private partners, it provides resources, networking opportunities, and comprehensive support to entrepreneurs and small businesses.

Danish Startup Group
Danish Startup Group is a non-profit organization in Copenhagen. Their mission is to engage their members in a variety of events, workshops, learning activities and social networking opportunities within the startup and entrepreneurial scene.

Danish Tech Startup
Danish Tech Startups is committed to creating a thriving future for Danish entrepreneurs by addressing their needs and enhancing the framework for tech entrepreneurship in Denmark. By fostering collaboration and innovation, DTS connects founders to overcome challenges and build a stronger, globally competitive tech ecosystem.

Startup Estonia
Startup Estonia is dedicated to accelerating the growth of Estonia’s start-up ecosystem by providing essential support and fostering collaboration. Through various programs and initiatives, it connects entrepreneurs, investors, and stakeholders to create a vibrant and innovative start-up community.

Platform 6
Platform 6 offers startups a dynamic environment to grow, providing flexible office spaces, investor matchmaking, expert guidance, and peer support. With a range of networking events and resources, it ensures startups have everything they need to thrive and succeed.

Euratechnologies
Eura Technologies prides startups with a vibrant community of entrepreneurs, expert mentoring, and industry partnerships to accelerate growth. Offering co-working spaces, investment opportunities, and access to exclusive innovation programs like the one with Stanford University, it equips businesses with the tools and network needed for success.

Hellenic Startups Association
The Hellenic Startups Association is committed to supporting and promoting the Greek start-up ecosystem by providing resources, networking opportunities, and advocacy. Through collaboration with industry leaders, investors, and government entities, it aims to create a favorable environment for innovation and entrepreneurship in Greece.

Startup Hungary
Startup Hungary is an independent, entrepreneur-led organisation launched to supercharge the startup community and to support the birth and development of more high-growth potential tech companies in Hungary.

Startup Ireland
Startup Ireland is a key platform dedicated to fostering the growth of Ireland’s start-up ecosystem by providing support, resources, and networking opportunities. It connects entrepreneurs, investors, and industry stakeholders to drive innovation and create a thriving entrepreneurial environment across the country.

Scale Ireland
Scale Ireland is the independent, not-for-profit representative organisation for Irish tech start-up and scaling companies. Scale Ireland supports, promotes and advocates on behalf of Irish tech start-ups of all stages, sizes and sectors.

Innov Up
InnovUp is the association uniting the Italian innovation ecosystem, formed by the collaboration of Italia Startup and APSTI. It brings together a diverse network of startups, scale-ups, innovative SMEs, and support organisations, fostering collaboration and growth within Italy’s vibrant innovation landscape.

Latvian Startup Assocation
The Latvian Startup Association is a non-profit organisation founded in 2016 to amplify the voices of Latvian startups and foster community development. With over 100 members, it focuses on driving economic growth through innovation and collaboration, all while promoting a vibrant and enjoyable startup culture.

Tech Leap
Techleap is a non-profit organisation that aims to accelerate the growth of Dutch tech start-ups and scale-ups. Together with the government and other stakeholders, the organisation promotes the environment for technology companies to scale up faster by gathering and sharing knowledge.

Startup Poland
Startup Poland is an important technology think-tank in Central Europe.
They represent Polish startups in dialogue with the Polish government and parliament, The European Commission and local governments. Startup Poland also connects startups with clients and investors.

Beta-I
Beta-I is a collaborative innovation consultancy specialising in accelerating innovation journeys for businesses. By offering tailored solutions to address diverse challenges, it empowers clients to navigate and thrive in a rapidly evolving market landscape.

Rotsa
The Romanian Tech Startups Association (ROTSA) is a non-profit, apolitical organisation dedicated to promoting and supporting the interests of tech startups in Romania. By uniting key players in the national ecosystem, ROTSA facilitates communication and fosters partnerships to strengthen the tech startup community.

Serbia Startup
Startup Serbia empowers creative individuals and teams with innovative ideas to enhance their business skills and establish their dream companies. By fostering an open environment for idea sharing, it encourages collaboration and supports entrepreneurs in pursuing their visions and aspirations.

Sapie
SAPIE is an independent, non-profit platform that empowers the Slovak innovation ecosystem, representing nearly 200 member companies. As a key player in policy discussions on digital economy and innovation, it fosters collaboration among private and public sectors while supporting startups and enhancing the digital transformation of SMEs in the CEE region.

Startup Slovenia
Slovenia is an independent platform dedicated to supporting innovative entrepreneurship within the Slovene startup ecosystem. Acting as a coordinator and promoter, it connects startups, investors, and entrepreneurial experts, fostering collaboration and inspiring positive change to make entrepreneurship an integral part of Slovenian society.

Asociación Española de Startups
The Asociación Española de Startups is a non-profit organisation focused on representing and supporting the interests of Spanish startups. By fostering collaboration among entrepreneurs, investors, and policymakers, it aims to enhance the startup ecosystem in Spain and promote innovation and growth across various sectors.

Spanish Startups
Spanish Startups is dedicated to supporting projects and initiatives that provide training and resources for entrepreneurs and startups. By fostering skill development and knowledge sharing, it aims to empower the next generation of innovators in Spain.

Startup Valencia
Startup Valencia is a private non-profit organisation established in 2017 to represent Valencian startups and promote the region’s innovative ecosystem. Its main goals include solidifying Valencia’s position in the tech sector, fostering entrepreneurship, connecting with scientific and university talent, and creating a supportive framework for scaling digital projects.

Luxemburg Startup Association
The Luxembourgish Startups Association is a founder-driven organisation focused on making Luxembourg a more startup-friendly environment. By advocating for supportive legislation and offering valuable resources and networking opportunities.

Luxinnovation
Luxinnovation plays a pivotal role in adapting Luxembourg’s economy to constant change by generating insights into ecosystem needs, trends, and challenges. It actively seeks and engages in innovation initiatives that bolster economic growth while supporting the government in executing relevant strategies.

Swiss Startup Association
With over 1800 members, the Swiss Startup Association (SSA) is the voice of startups in Switzerland and represents their interests in politics, business and society. At a political level, they primarily campaign for better startup visas, simpler employee participation opportunities and better fund structures in Switzerland.

Scale ups EU – Startups BE
Startups Belgium and Scale ups EU joined forces in 2018 to solidify our offering for the Belgian tech ecosystem at large. Together, we are the top-of-mind time squeezer for tech entrepreneurs. They enable the most promising high-tech scale-ups and startups to grow faster and promote the Belgian tech & innovation industry.

Pulse Foundation
The Pulse Foundation is a Belgian non-profit organization dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship as a catalyst for societal change. Supported by entrepreneurial families, the foundation operates independently to promote entrepreneurial culture, ensure access for all aspiring entrepreneurs, and provide second chances to those facing challenges. Through initiatives like the BEyond program, which accelerates the growth of technology scale-ups, and the Revival program, offering support to entrepreneurs in distress, Pulse actively contributes to a dynamic and inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem in Belgium

351 Portuguese Startup Association
The 351 Portuguese Startup Association is Portugal’s largest and most active startup community, founded in 2019 to support entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey. With over 1,600 members, including startups, investors, and partners, the association connects key players, promotes innovation, and works to position Portugal as a global hub for entrepreneurship. Through initiatives like Portugal Tech Week and strategic collaborations, 351 fosters a thriving, collaborative ecosystem for startups to grow and succeed.

Adigital
Adigital, the Spanish Association of the Digital Economy, is a leading organization dedicated to promoting digitalization in Spain. It serves as a hub for companies operating within the digital economy, advocating for intelligent legislative frameworks that foster innovation while ensuring market competitiveness. Adigital engages in public dialogue with administrations and stakeholders to advance a human and sustainable digital transformation.

Start 2
Start2 Group is a global innovation leader dedicated to guiding startups through every phase of their journey, from initial fundraising to international expansion. Operating across Europe, the Americas, Asia, and the Middle East, Start2 offers tailored programs and an extensive network of over 1,000 experts and mentors to support growth-oriented startups, corporations, investors, and governments. Notably, their German Accelerator program, funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, assists German startups in scaling globally. With a strong presence in key markets, including Germany, Singapore, and the United States, Start2 Group plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of innovation worldwide.

Italian Tech Alliance
Italian Tech Alliance is the Italian association of innovators, encompassing venture capital and corporate investors, business angels, family offices, startups, and innovative SMEs. Founded to invest in Italy’s future, the organization represents and advocates for the interests of its diverse membership, promoting technological advancement and economic growth within the country. Through services such as institutional relations, communication, networking, and research, Italian Tech Alliance fosters a collaborative ecosystem that supports innovation and entrepreneurship across Italy.

Czech Founders
Czech Founders is a community-driven platform dedicated to empowering Czech entrepreneurs and transforming the country into a leading European hub for startups and innovation. With over 1,000 members, including more than 750 startups, the organization connects founders, advocates for improved business conditions, and provides essential resources to help Czech startups scale globally. Their initiatives focus on shaping supportive policies, fostering collaboration, and highlighting the economic and social impact of the startup ecosystem.
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