The Danish Startup Ecosystem Guide - Magasin - Side 29
Expand your industryspecific network
When your CVR-number is registered, your business account ready and you have
started selling, the broad startup-advice might not be enough anymore. But fear
not: the industry specific clusters are thriving and most of them have a lot to offer
for startups and scaleups.
D
anish clusters, such as Odense
Robotics, Hub for Innovation
in Tourism, and Danish.Care
are networks of companies,
entrepreneurs, investors, and other
stakeholders within a particular industry
or sector. These clusters are designed to
provide a supportive environment for
startups to grow and succeed within
their specific niche.
Denmark has 13 national cluster networks. These are part of the Ministry of
Higher Education and Science and the
Danish Business Promotion Agency’s
cluster program, and have thus been designated as the 13 official clusters within
Denmark’s strongest and most promising business and technology areas.
In addition, there are a number of
other similar clusters in other promi-
Powered by TechSavvy & Heyfunding
sing business, technology and geographical areas.
The network effect
The clusters know the ins and outs of their
industry and are therefore able to provide
a unique network, support, insight and
resources for startups within their field.
This can include access to funding opportunities, mentorship and guidance from
experienced entrepreneurs, and collaboration opportunities with other companies
and startups within the cluster.
Industry clusters provide a platform
for startups to connect with potential
customers, partners, and investors. These clusters often host events and networking opportunities, such as conferences,
meetups, and demo days, which can be
a valuable way for startups to showca-
se their products and ideas to potential
investors and partners.
Another benefit of business clusters is
that they provide access to specialized
knowledge and expertise within a particular industry or sector. For example,
Odense Robotics is focused on the robotics industry, and provides startups with
access to industry experts and mentors
who have deep knowledge and experience with this industry.
Finally, clusters can help to create a
more vibrant and innovative ecosystem
within a particular region. By bringing
together companies and entrepreneurs
within a particular industry, clusters
can create a network effect that leads
to more innovation, collaboration, and
growth. A network effect that tends to get
stronger over time.
29
