SparkUp is a startup community where Turku Science Park Ltd, student based entrepreneurship society Boost Turku and Creative Venture Creve have brought together their know-how and services for startups and entrepreneur-minded persons in Turku region. SparkUp is facilitated by Turku Science Park Ltd.

Welcome to BeCause – the sustainability management hub. We envision a future, where sustainable choices flow seamlessly for decision-makers throughout ecosystems such as Travel & Tourism, so all may thrive. Just imagine booking a trip where you throughout your user journey can choose sustainable options for hotels, restaurants, etc., with utter ease, credibility, and ever-improving competitiveness, so as to allow travelling to go hand in hand with a positive impact rather than a negative footprint, to reward responsibility-leading businesses in an upwards spiral towards sustainability, and thus to allow for simply exploring this beautiful world with a good feeling and clear conscience. That’s what we’re aiming for and work to empower. We get there with our AI-powered platform, because.eco, offering the simplest, fastest & most synergistic way for businesses to manage their sustainability work- & dataflows, so they can supercharge their positive impact on people, planet & profits. We do this by unifying & automating the work of collecting, coordinating, communicating & compounding sustainability accolades of businesses, both for the individual company, while connecting the collective ecosystem of e.g. hotels, marketplaces, certifiers & other stakeholders, all in one place. BeCause is growing fast with a tried, true & future-proof product that already has won some prestigious awards and helps some of the world's leading travel & tourism companies, including Google, Booking.com, easyJet, TUI, and Radisson Hotel Group. And we are backed by an awesome group of investors that add great resources and experience with skyrocketing other startups to the moon – just like they believe we will. Yet, we are just getting started! And there are still vacant seats on the spaceship – many blanks you can still help fill out, many existing solutions you can help us upgrade to the next excellence level, and a big market waiting you can help serve.

Cerebriu’s vision is to simplify radiology to improve patient journeys. We focus on improving clinical workflow, faster scans producing right data, triage acute patients to focus on the right patients, and improve accuracy and confidence to make the right decision. Our first product, Cerebriu Apollo Brain, augments the brain MRI examination for faster confident patient selection in stroke care. Adapting images if stroke is detected for faster treatment decision and improving treatment for stroke mimics and TIAs reducing length of stay where possible.

Unelma Platforms is an international software platform development company that aims to deliver software to empower people. We are a bunch of millennials. Some people like to call us hippies. Some just call us highly-energetic and growing organisation in software development space. We empower over one million people through our diverse range of platform products, applications & services.

TaCtrl.ai is a Norwegian technology company that develops advanced software for the transport and logistics industry. Our cloud-based SaaS platform is designed to optimize and simplify administration in modern transport companies. It is used today both in Norway and internationally. The system streamlines workflows across the entire organization and manages all key administrative processes related to, for example, shift planning, working hours, payroll data, and driving and rest time. Everything is based on real-time data and gathered in one place, giving drivers, administrators, and management an easier workday. Our team has extensive experience in both transport and technology, and deep knowledge of the processes, opportunities, and challenges within the industry. This is also the foundation for how we work: closely together with our customers—through development, delivery, and everyday operations. The result is user-friendly solutions that provide full control over company operations. TaCtrl.ai – a new standard for transport administration.

At Fairec, we’re rethinking applicant screening by addressing major inefficiencies while making the process fairer for everyone. Our AI-powered platform directly tackles key issues: ● Overwhelming applicant volumes, ● Unconscious selection bias, ● Information inaccuracies caused by resume exaggeration or AI tools. Our solution? - A fully automated, anonymized and personalized pre-screening interview. Applicant insights are summarised in comprehensive, yet anonymized, profiles, allowing for data-driven evaluation based on genuine qualifications without all the noise. By automating this critical step, Fairec enables swift applicant shortlisting while minimising bias, letting you focus on what really matters – identifying top talent for your organisation.

Rubus delivers a collaboration platform for real estate projects, gathering all project participants - developer, general contractor, subcontractors and home buyers - in one place, with all communication, documentation and tasks centralized. We do all development inhouse and have customers in Norway, Sweden and Germany. We’re guided by three core values: *One Team* – we trust each other, speak openly, and have each other’s back *Playful* – we allow ourselves to have fun, we are lively and we have a playful attitude *Gutsy* – we try things, learn fast, and speak up when it matters Rubus has been used in over 700 projects and can refer to - 40.000 homes on the platform - 2000 company profiles - 1.3 million messages sent in the platform - Almost 500.000 documents uploaded - More than NOK 1 billion in options and upgrades done by home buyers

Intelligent Apps Sweden AB is a forward-thinking startup dedicated to developing and launching innovative digital solutions designed to address the growing needs of the market. With a focus on leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics, the company aims to create intelligent applications that improve efficiency, productivity, and user experiences across various industries. In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, businesses and consumers require tools that are not only technologically advanced but also intuitive and user-friendly. Intelligent Apps Sweden AB understands these needs and is committed to delivering solutions that strike the perfect balance between sophistication and ease of use. The company’s mission is to empower organizations and individuals by offering applications that solve real-world problems, streamline operations, and enhance decision-making processes. As a startup, Intelligent Apps Sweden AB thrives on agility and innovation. Its team of talented developers, designers, and market strategists work collaboratively to identify gaps in the market and develop digital products that fill those gaps effectively. The company's approach to product development is centered on understanding the unique challenges faced by its target audience and creating custom solutions that cater to those specific needs. By staying attuned to market trends and technological advancements, Intelligent Apps Sweden AB ensures its digital offerings remain relevant and competitive. The company places a strong emphasis on continuous improvement and regularly updates its applications to keep pace with evolving customer expectations and industry demands. In summary, Intelligent Apps Sweden AB is a pioneering startup that focuses on delivering high-quality, intelligent digital solutions that cater to the ever-changing needs of the market. Through innovation, collaboration, and a deep understanding of market trends, the company aims to drive positive change and make a lasting impact in the digital solutions landscape.

At Klaay, we’re not just building a SaaS solution; we’re setting new standards in data compliance. Founded by two successful SaaS entrepreneurs, Klaay is a dynamic startup with a clear mission: to revolutionize how businesses achieve and maintain compliance. With our headquarters in Denmark and a vibrant presence in San Diego, we’re creating a platform that combines innovation with rigorous compliance standards. If you’re passionate about compliance and eager to shape the future, we want you on our team.

No one deserves a poor education. Period. We offer tailored tutoring programs customized to each student's needs. It's not the quantity of correct answers that matters, but rather the desire to learn! Tutora was founded the summer of 2023, with an aim to create the BEST tutoring team in Denmark and share a teaching method centered around passion and self-learning.

Mimiry bring ML practitioners from code to compute in minutes. We do so by building a MLaaS tool that enables ML engineers and data scientist to focus on model work instead of an ocean of other software disciplines. We get rid of the weeks spent setting up your infrastrucutre along with dependencies, virtual environments and code packing and instead let you schedule ML jobs in minutes by simply uploading your ML script. Exit the need complicated infrastructure operations and enter a world where you only have to focus on actual ML work. By aggregating GPU's from European datacenters, Mimiry offer compliant compute with consistently good prices and availability.

FaunaPhotonics delivers biodiversity monitoring for companies with a fully automated, scalable, and digital solution. Leveraging advanced AI and machine learning, our platform delivers comprehensive insights into biodiversity impact, facilitating compliance with reporting standards and regulations effortlessly. Our innovative in-field sensors operate continuously, providing real-time data on your company's impact across operations and value chains. This ensures a steady stream of actionable insights, including baseline assessments, benchmarking data, and progress tracking over time. With FaunaPhotonics, businesses can proactively manage their biodiversity footprint while driving sustainable practices throughout their operations.

Strive is a project revolutionizing the Finnish job market to one where startups are the best place for students to thrive in a high-growth environment. Students don't recognize the potential that startups offer as places where you can quickly and efficiently learn and grow. On the other hand startups are innovators whose success depends on their ability to find and engage the best talent. We're changing the status quo and connecting students with rapidly growing growth companies. Our main event is held in the fall and is a startup crawl connecting students to the best startups in Finland.

Wasted exists to feed people food waste. Coming from the food industry, we’ve seen firsthand how much food is thrown away while people in our communities lack the food they need. We’ve developed the world’s first pasta made from bread waste and a self-sufficient giving model! For each kilogram of pasta we sell, we donate one portion to an organization feeding food-insecure community members.

SASHA is at the forefront of developing groundbreaking technology to address the urgent issues surrounding online privacy and image-based abuse. Our commitment to creating a safer digital space is fueled by a collective responsibility to future generations. We strive to foster an online community where diversity is embraced, and justice prevails. We value creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to quality, and we believe in fostering an environment where our team members can thrive and contribute to cutting-edge developments.