Successfull Venture Challenge 2023

Twelve high potential startups prepared for success with the LS@W Venture Challenge in 2023.The startups were assisted in sharpening their business idea. Take a look at all startups that participated in 2023. In the Proefdiervrij Venture Challenge 4 promising teams participated.

The winners were ExCulture in the Venture Challenge Spring 2023 and XS Innovations in the Venture Challenge Fall 2023 edition. VEO took the prize in the Proefdiervrij Venture Challenge,

On 1 January 2024 a new application round of the Venture Challenge will open. During the 10-week Venture Challenge program starting entrepreneurs in lifesciences are guided in developing their business plan and starting a company. The deadline for applying is 6 February 2024.

Are you wondering what is the right moment to participate in the Venture Challenge? Or would you like to know how the Venture Challenge compares to other programs such as offered by many university incubators? Read this!

'The venture challenge was a very beneficial programme for us. We sharpened our focus to identify our unique selling points. It enabled us to view crucial aspects from a different and critical perspective. Alongside learning from seasoned professionals, much value was added by our fellow participants. It’s our mission now to execute our venture plan and make ExCulture a success.' - Aisling Foley and Ilaria Poledri, founders of ExCulture

Click here to apply for the Venture Challenge Spring 2024!