We commit to early-stage founders with roots in the Nordics and Baltics. Those we back are in. We believe in them fully, fight for them fiercely, and build lasting trust that goes both ways. We back the few—because they’re the ones who can build futures others can’t imagine and improve life for the many. Read more at inventure.vc

YAYLOH is a fast-growing start-up aiming at solving the problem of returns in e-commerce industry. eCommerce is on a high and so are we. yayloh's international team and remote-friendly environment is looking for new hungry minds and hands-on problem-solvers to join our team. We design a world-class digital return experience to help retailers extend their brand post-purchase so that their customers come back to shop again and again. Unfortunately, in commerce like in real life, love does not always happen at first sight. However, by delivering an excellent customer experience during the return process, retailers can win a customer for life.

✨AINO - A conversational AI tool for victims of domestic violence✨ To support our mission towards equality, We Encourage builds a conversational Artificial Intelligence tool AINO for providing psycho-social support and guidance to women victims of intimate partner violence, gender-based violence, and promoting sexual and reproductive health. Violence against women – particularly intimate partner violence and sexual violence – is a major public health problem and a violation of women’s human rights. Global estimates published by WHO indicate that about 1 in 3 (35%) of women worldwide have experienced either physical and/or sexual intimate partner violence or non-partner sexual violence in their lifetime. The AI tool is expected to act as a reliable source of information for women on their rights and where to seek different levels of support. The tool will be providing step by step recommendations to victims and act as a helping friend. This intervention is expected to address a chronic development issue and to have a cross-cutting impact on SDG 3 (ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages) and SDG 5 ( Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls). Furthermore, the AI tool could also help in building a network for anonymous peer to peer support networks among users who are experiencing similar incidents. The tool is build in collaboration with violence survivors, professionals, and collaborating NGOs. ✨We Encourage CSR - YOUR PARTNER IN BUILDING THE BEST SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAM ✨ Half of a company’s reputation is based on the public’s feelings about what the company is doing to support the community. Therefore, having a well-established CSR program is essential for businesses that want to improve their branding to stakeholders and customers. We Encourage is here to help you build the best CSR program.

Voima Ventures helps founders to accelerate the growth of deep technology ventures to global markets. We shed light on the ideas and technology which require time and courage to build.The way we work is simple: we combine science-driven innovation together with the Nordic serial entrepreneurial experience and a global mindset. Voima Ventures helps founders to accelerate the growth of deep technology ventures to global markets. Voima Ventures is the 50M€ truly deep tech fund launched in spring 2019. We are aiming to make appx 25-30 new investments from the fund. We invest across all stages starting from a spin-off and seed, up to series A and growth. We primarily invest in Finland, Nordics, and Baltics.

Aliga Microalgae™ was founded in 2016 with the vision to be one of the leading European producer of sustainable microalgae-based ingredients and products for the Feed, Food and Dietary Supplement markets globally. In 2018, the company was awarded a finalist place in the prestigious Ernst & Young’s “Entrepreneur of the Year” competition in the category Start-Up as well as it was nominated Entrepreneurial Company of the Year in its home city of Hjørring, Denmark.

nLink was founded in 2012 with the purpose of revolutionising the construction industry. We are an enthusiastic and innovative group including cybernetics, programmers, business developers and commercial heads. We are growing rapidly and need more driven people to reach the goal of revolutionising the construction industry.

StepOut is a Helsinki based start-up developing an all-in-one SAAS tool empowering independent trainers in fitness, recreation and wellness to streamline their business processes. Any trainer regardless of their background, technical capabilities and type of activity can pursue or build their business from scratch with our tool. With the increase in demand for virtual fitness and wellness an increasing number of individuals are taking up their passion for fitness, wellness and recreation professionally. Our tool will enable the trainers to utilize minimum time & effort while maximizing profit by focusing on their customers. We support diversity and inclusion by offering our tool to the skilled and talented trainers coming from various backgrounds to offer their services. Earn as per your own convenience while encouraging people of all ages to lead a fit and healthy lifestyle. We are on a mission to bring the global community of doers together & lead the change to grow and break the boundaries. Our values : - Empowering independent trainers - Create convenient earning opportunities - Initiate collaborations amongst various fitness & recreation based entities - Promote a healthy and happy living world “on-the-go” - Encourage fitness & well-being for all age groups

Cardia is a mobile application for car sales between private individuals that offers a safer and easier way to buy and sell used cars. We are the first company that has managed to digitize the secondary market for car sales and our service can be used throughout the country. Our users save an average of SEK 15,000 - 30,000 per car sale.

Educas helps high school and university students learn how to learn. Our digital platform Superlæring gives students the insights and tools they need, and is used by students and teachers alike. Our content is based on scientific research from areas such as psychology and cognitive neuroscience, and is validated by learning experts.

It’s high time to free the healthcare system from intrusive staffing companies. Once and for all. Eppow is a service that makes it easier for healthcare professionals and healthcare units to find each other for job opportunities. Eppow enables healthcare units to publish vacancies. And on the other side of that, there are healthcare personnel, such as clinicians and nurses, looking for new jobs. When they find each other, they communicate directly and sign straightforward contracts without middlemen. The assignment may be very short, very long, or transition into permanent employment. The goal is continuity and quality within healthcare.

Nordic Blue Crude AS will produce high quality, carbon neutral, synthetic fuels and other fossile replacement products, based on water, Carbondioxide and renewable power. Sustainable competitive advantages are obtained thru: Low prices on renewable electricity with full load time Rich access to «clean» Carbondioxide Extremely competent cluster of process industry skills at Herøya Very good infrastructure available

Meshtech is a leading developer of industrial IoT solutions to track people and objects or transport sensor data using mesh network technologies. The company offers a unique and robust solution based on industrial Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) wireless communication. Using cutting edge technology, and ATEX Zone 1 certified components; Meshtech’s proprietary hardware and software platform is a low cost solution at the forefront of industrial grade BLE communication. Our main market segments are Welfare, Maritime, Building Automation, Platorm/Rig & Industry. Meshtech is constantly innovating and improving, inspired by customer input.

Funzi is an award-winning mobile learning service on a mission to give everyone access to quality learning.   Funzi is designed mobile-first and works on all connected devices, even lower-end feature phones. Funzi has had over 6 million all-time learners.   Funzi has won many prizes since 2014 including the GESS Award for Best Free ICT / App Product in 2017.

We’re Cxense. We revolutionize individual online customer experiences to increase your digital revenue. With our insight, we make experiences memorable, relevant, and engaging. We help businesses succeed in a digital world. Using audience data and advanced real-time analytics, we create hyper-relevant content recommendations (including video) and a personalized user experience that helps you increase your digital revenue and build a sustainable digital business model.  We work with brands such as Rakuten, Aeon, Wall Street Journal, Next.co.jp, South China Morning Post, Winnipeg Free Press, Grupo Clarin, NBC Universal, and many more.

Brandbassador.com is the leading social commerce platform for people who wish to engage with great brands and while doing so earn cash, products and perks. Brandbassador.com is the leading social commerce platform for people who wish to engage with great brands and while doing so earn cash, get free products and join exclusive competitions and events.Explore a world of social engagement - with new brands joining all the time