Innovation

8 start-ups from the Incubator and Entrepreneurship Programme

Get a glimpse at a selection of start-ups incubated in Belval. They all share the invaluable input they are getting from the University of Luxembourg Incubator and Entrepreneurship Programme.

ETICC

ETICC is a non-profit Civil Society Organisation (CSO) founded in June 2019 by a group of European citizens from Luxembourg, acting as a European citizen think & action tank. ETICC brings together citizens and organizations that promote the Open Government principles (OGP) : transparency, citizen participation, and collaborative governance.

“The University of Luxembourg Incubator and Entrepreneurship Programme provides ETICC.ORG with unparalleled access to cutting-edge academic resources, a robust network of seasoned mentors and industry partners as well as bespoke trainings and funding opportunities. Additionally, it offers state-of-art workspaces, comprehensive logistical support, and enhanced visibility and credibility, all of which significantly foster our growth and success.”

Sana Hadžić-Babačić, ETICC.ORG

GoldenMe

GoldenMe is an ASBL (association sans but lucratif = non-profit making) with the aim of preventing social isolation through digital training. GoldenMe´s target group are people between the ages of 55 and 69 who are already retired or are about to do so.

“The University of Luxembourg Incubator and Entrepreneurship Programme gave me the non-formal education besides what is provided by the University that we needed to be able to build up our organization.”

Mara Kroth, GoldenMe

Enidia AI

Founded by Prof. Tomer Libal in 2021, Enidia AI was born out of a vision to bridge the gap between advanced technological innovation and practical legal applications. With a commitment to ethical AI, their goal is to empower legal professionals with tools that are not only technologically advanced but also align with the highest standards of reliability and responsibility.

“We required a shift from an academic to an entrepreneurial mindset, a change made possible through the invaluable mentors, advice, masterclasses, and unwavering support from the University of Luxembourg Incubator and Entrepreneurship Programme.”

Tomer Libal, Enidia AI

NIUM

NIUM is a spin-off of the Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine (University of Luxembourg).
They develop personalized nutrition solutions to enable a better understanding of metabolism and health. NIUM has a team that combines a vast track record in research and previous experience in startup and business development.

“The Incubator and Entrepreneurship Programme were essential for NIUM’s development. More than just the space, it provided us with mentorship through the VMS, various workshops and the Summer School but also with growth opportunities through the international accelerator.“

Alberto Noronha and Adam Selamnia, NIUM

The Tennis Agency

The team of experts from The Tennis Agency assists tennis players in every step of their professional tennis journey. They take care of all their management inquiries in the background, so that they can focus on nothing else but becoming a shining tennis star.

“My time with the University of Luxembourg Incubator and Entrepreneurship Programme has been educational and transformative. The exceptional resources and mentorship were most helpful in shaping and growing my business.”

Reza Arjomand, The Tennis Agency

Simon le financier

Simon Loutid a quitté le secteur de la finance pour cuisiner des financiers. Ses produits sont élaborés dans des ateliers d’inclusion professionnelle et sociale au Luxembourg, par des personnes en situation de handicap.

« L’incubateur et le programme d’entrepreneuriat agissent comme un véritable couteau suisse pour Simon le financier, nous offrant un soutien essentiel et multifonctionnel. En nous connectant avec des mentors et des experts, nous pouvons surmonter les défis et saisir les opportunités de croissance. Grâce à des ateliers et des formations ciblées, nous développons des compétences clés en stratégie, marketing et gestion financière. L’environnement collaboratif encourage également le partage des connaissances et les partenariats, renforçant ainsi notre capacité à réussir et à innover. »

Simon Loutid, Simon le financier

MoveMe

MoveMe is a web application that simplifies the relocation journey. It includes all the necessary process management tools to help you have a more organized and stress-free experience with your immigration process.

“I think that the University has helped us tremendously,for us, it was the first catalyst that allowed us to deeply engage in the startup ecosystem here in Luxembourg.”

Cesar Fernandez, MoveMe

WeConnect

WeConnect offers intergenerational coliving in Luxembourg. They help students find affordable accommodation by sharing a home with a host who has a room to rent. WeConnect aims to solve two major problems : affordable housing for young people in a tight property market and the fight against loneliness, a widespread problem among young and old in our hyper-connected society.

“The University of Luxembourg Incubator and Entrepreneurship Programme enabled us to get mentoring from experienced people who answered our questions and gave us support.”

Ivo Silva, WeConnect

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About the Incubator and Entrepreneurship Programme

Entrepreneurship Programme gives the community of the University of Luxembourg a possibility to participate in initiatives that allow them to acquire business skills like the Ideation Camp. It works closely with the University of Luxembourg Incubator, a place dedicated to providing support in bringing the University’s business ideas to the market. Business leaders are invited as mentors and speakers to support young entrepreneurs in being successful in their projects.

More info : uni.lu