The StartupCity book
This comprehensive manual, written by StartupAmsterdam’s public and private leads, explains how local governments can develop their own startup cities...
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Launchpad Meetups
Startups and corporates are often thought to be in opposition: many claim that startups disrupt the status quo of business and corporates attempt to r...
Fact sheet
Amsterdam is a hyper-connected hub for entrepreneurs, emerging tech and innovation. To realise its full potential, the City of Amsterdam runs StartupA...
City data
At the City of Amsterdam, we see data as the fuel for innovation, and we invite startups to utilise this data.
Amsterdam’s startup permit facilitators
International entrepreneurs can apply for a temporary residence visa in the Netherlands. One of the requirements for obtaining this startup visa is to...
Peak Capital: 10 things all startup founders should know
According to Johan van Mil, Peak Capital’s co-founder and managing partner, there are two problems with Dutch venture capital: firstly, there is...
Entrepreneurship courses for students in Amsterdam
Whether you want to study entrepreneurship or start your own company – Amsterdam has plenty to offer. Here is an overview of courses and extracurricul...
A rough guide: how to connect to Amsterdam’s startup community
Amsterdam is a centre point and a test bed, a launchpad and a talent pool. It’s the ideal location for startups and scale-ups alike. Whether you're an...
How to make the most of the Amsterdam Startup Map
Since its inception, the Amsterdam Startup Map has been a key asset for the city and its startup community. In this article, the map’s creators,...
Why foreign startups should choose Amsterdam (and how StartupAmsterdam can help)
We often hear people say: “Actually, we didn’t know that Amsterdam is such a startup hotbed and launchpad for growth into Europe. You should showcase ...
International scaling
DutchBasecamp, the not-for-profit social enterprise that offers bootcamps, training and mentoring networks to startups wanting to scale, has teamed up...
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