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Accelerator

The Seedhouse Accelerator is aimed at technology-oriented B2B startups focusing on efficiency, digitalization, and automation solutions. Teams from fields such as mechanical engineering, sensor technology, AI, and process optimization are encouraged to apply, regardless of industry or market segment. 

Seedhouse  is a  public-private partnership . The startup accelerator is supported and operated by  Seedhouse Accelerator GmbH . Through partnerships with regional economic development agencies, universities, and other related organizations, Seedhouse  offers a platform for innovation, connecting startups with relevant stakeholders. Seedhouse  is  financed by the state of Lower Saxony ( Startup Niedersachsen ) and by  Seedhouse Beteiligungs GmbH . Seedhouse Beteiligungs GmbH comprises numerous well-known companies from Northwest Germany, primarily from the  agricultural ,  food, and  digital sectors .

Seedhouse  is a  multi-corporate  accelerator supported by numerous, predominantly medium-sized companies. These companies are committed to fair treatment of each other and of the startups. Through  Seedhouse  ,  you gain access to  mentors  at the decision-making level of numerous, sometimes globally leading, companies in the agricultural, food, and digital sectors. You can contribute your own strategic considerations regarding which mentors would be best for you.

During the  Seedhouse  program, you do not relinquish any equity. Seedhouse Beteiligungs GmbH  is available as a potential partner for selected startups, offering support for investments in the pre-seed and seed rounds.

The program is aimed at startups with a clear problem statement and a comprehensible solution approach. The decisive factor is not the formal level of maturity, but the ability to work on application, market development, and further development along a structured curriculum.

Our program includes startups from all over Germany. For specific events, such as an intensive kick-off meeting and networking with relevant stakeholders, it makes sense to travel to Osnabrück occasionally. All workshops and further support are also offered digitally. We've already had participants from Stuttgart, Magdeburg, Berlin, Göttingen, Bremen, and many other locations.

Participation in the Seedhouse Accelerator is free of charge and does not entail any equity investment. The main commitment for the teams consists of their time and active participation throughout the program.

During the  Seedhouse  program, the startup and the Seedhouse team get to know each other and work together on the startup's success. Seedhouse Beteiligungs GmbH is behind the accelerator. In addition to operating the accelerator, pre-seed funding has already been secured through participation in the program. 

Above all, we expect one thing from you:  commitment  and  passion  for your startup! With us, you can bring your idea to life. Of course, you should participate in the workshops ,  sessions  , and  challenges  . We expect the majority of your team to be fully focused on the startup – it's not necessary to be permanently based in Osnabrück.

You submit your application for  Seedhouse  online via our website. Our team and shareholders review the applications and select candidates for the Pitchday. You will then receive an invitation to the Pitchday and pitch to the shareholders  of  Seedhouse Beteiligungs GmbH . The shareholders and the Seedhouse team then decide on your acceptance into the program. You will receive  confirmation of your participation in the Seedhouse program approximately four weeks before the start date .

The  Seedhouse  program lasts  eight months. However, the collaboration with the startups doesn't end with the completion of the batch. The exchange and mutual support continue with our more than 100 alumni startups.