SoCentral focuses their efforts on entrepreneurs developing new solutions within the fields of health, environment, urban development, welfare, education, integration and new financing models. The incubator supports both established and new companies from the private, public and the voluntary sector.

Experience

SoCentral currently has more than 150 members, 6 employees, 2 associative partners and an expansive network of talented people. Their team has differentiated competencies with experience and backgrounds from psychology, economy, business development, political science and technology.

How much do they invest?

As a member of SoCentral, you get access to their office space located at Sentralen in the center of Oslo. The office space includes free meeting rooms, free internet, free coffee and an open area for the exchange of knowledge and experience. You will also gain access to SoCentral’s network, events, and workshops and you can promote your startup or project through the incubator's website and social media channels.

How do they work?

A startup can apply for two types of memberships. With a full-time membership for NOK 2.000 per month, you will have 24/7 access to the office space, events nad courses, as well as SoCentral’s network. You can also choose a Network membership for NOK 1.000 per month, with free use of the office space up to 20 hours each month.

This makes a difference to them

SoCentral is looking for social innovators developing new solutions for the problems of the society. SoCentral helps social startups develop sustainable business models. We wish to create a diverse environment where entrepreneurs from different sectors can work together on concrete projects.

Key People

Thomas Berman - CEO and Co-Founder
Thomas is an economist and he has spent the majority of his career developing ideas and companies. With several successful projects and some failed ones, Thomas has solid experience in leading the development of new solutions, processes, and business models.
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Håkon Iversen - Portfolio Manager and Co-Founder
Håkon is a civil engineer and a business economist. He has more than 30 years of experience from management and implementation of big and complex projects within both private and public companies.
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