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FOR STARTUPS

Our vision is to empower startuppers to contribute to economic growth and social cohesion, and to strengthen entrepreneurial culture in Greece

Orange Grove is a flexible co-working space and community for young entrepreneurs in Greece. It is a renowned initiative of the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Athens, and is financially supported by Dutch-Greek businesses and grantmaking foundations active in Greece.

Each quarter we organize a pitching competition called The Squeeze, in which startups can win €10.000 or €15.000.

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Since 2013, over 140 startups have been a part of Orange Grove.

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What is Orange Grove? Orange Grove is a flexible workspace where young Greek and Dutch entrepreneurs can work on their business, where they can network and learn. Orange Grove is located in the center of Athens, opposite the Kalimarmaro stadium. Who started Orange Grove? Orange Grove is an initiative of the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Athens and its Dutch and Greek partners. Its aim is to address problems posed by brain drain and youth unemployment in Greece. The Embassy works with a large group of Dutch and Greek people and organizations: Dutch companies with a long presence in the Greek market, Greek businesses, educational institutions, such as Athenian Brewery, Philips, InterAmerican, Coco-Mat, KLM, University of Amsterdam, Delft University of Technology and Athens University of Economics and Business. What does Orange Grove offer? Orange Grove offers state of the art flexible workspaces equipped with a conference room, workspaces on sofas and at desks, wifi and good coffee. Participants in Orange Grove will have the opportunity to attend master classes, seminars and lectures that will be organized in accordance with their needs. Participants get assigned a mentor who will be their advisor in the early stages of starting their business. Also, they will have the chance to be coached and mentored by experienced professionals (including services from our pools of lawyers and accountants). These professionals will share their entrepreneurial know-how and will occasionally provide mentoring on how to deal with the various issues that young entrepreneurs may be confronted with. The educational programme will be conducted in cooperation with the University of Amsterdam, Delft University of Technology and Athens Universitity of Economics and Business. Finally, Orange Grove offers access to a valuable network: the network of the participants, of the sponsors and that of the Embassy. Orange Grove wants to help young entrepreneurs to bring their start-ups a step closer to success. Who is Orange Grove looking for? Are you a Greek or Dutch entrepreneur? Have you just graduated and are you ready to start a business? Are you motivated, innovative and versatile? Are you younger than 35 full of entrepreneurial spirit? Then Orange Grove is the place to start working and to realize your dream. In Orange Grove you can meet likeminded young entrepreneurs with whom you can compare notes, share experiences and get inspired to turn your idea into a success. You can meet inspiring professionals who will share their insights on networking, social media, and niche markets, among many other things. How can I apply? Please see our page "How to apply" for more information. If you would like to apply for a working space in Orange Grove and you feel that you satisfy the selection criteria that are listed in our note "How to apply", please send us an email, with a scan of your passport or ID-card at info@orangegrove.biz and we will send you the application form. What are my obligations once I have been selected? You will be part of Orange Grove for a minimum period of six months As a participant you will enter into a participant’s agreement with Orange Grove. This agreement will list the benchmarks you will have to work on while in Orange Grove. When do the lectures, seminars etc. take place? Lectures will be held every Thursday afternoon at 19:30 hrs in Orange Grove. A schedule of speakers will be announced on Orange Grove website and on Facebook. Educational activities such as bootcamps and seminars will be announced ahead of time. Participants in Orange Grove can attend these seminars free of charge. How do I get access to the expertise relevant to my business that is not covered seminars, lectures or the pool of mentors? If you feel you need specific expertise, you can contact project manager Anna-Maria or assistant project manager Christina to discuss your additional needs. They can help setup meetings with relevant parties.

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The past two days we hosted a Planning Event for Interamerican - very full house!

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CruiseInn, the first entrepreneurial & business education program is back again with the support of Celestyal Cruises to give to entrepreneurs and young talents a unique cruise experience. Apply now: http://bit.ly/CruiseInn18orgr1

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"The digital miracle of Estonia: How the impoverished former Soviet Republic became the pioneer of the EU" the President of the Republic of Estonia H.E. Mrs Kersti Kaljulaid visit to Orange Grove featured on Η ΚΑΘΗΜΕΡΙΝΗ - Επίσημη σελίδα.

Το ψηφιακό θαύμα της Εσθονίας: Πώς η πάμφτωχη πρώην Σοβιετική Δημοκρατία έγινε πρωτοπόρος της Ε.Ε., του Γιάννη Παλαιολόγου | Kathimerini

Η Κέρστι Κάλιουλαϊντ, πρόεδρος της Εσθονίας, μίλησε για το πώς η χώρα της μετατράπηκε σε μόλις δύο δεκαετίες από μία πάμφτωχη πρώην σοβιετική Δημοκρατία σε ψηφιακή ...

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Today we joined the #EUandMe celebration organized by the Ευρωπαϊκή Επιτροπή στην Ελλάδα in Nafplio!

Amongst other representing countries, the Netherlands was presented at this great celebration of Europe.

Everyone could learn about our culture, get information about studying in the Netherlands and a taste of the Dutch delicacy Stoopwafel could of course not be missed!

This event was part of the European campaign, in which EU-citizens can have a look at examples of how the EU makes a difference! We focused on the different aspects of the rights and benefits that people enjoy because of being EU citizens - mobility, sustainability, skills and business, digital and rights.

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Today we are honored to receive the President of the Republic of Estonia H.E. Mrs Kersti Kaljulaid at Orange Grove!

She is explaining how digitalized economy and e-governance transformed Estonia!
A truly inspiring approach.

#Estonia #OrangeGrove #Innovation #Startup

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Orange Grove1 week ago

Ready for Thursday's event with the President of the Republic of Estonia Kersti Kaljulaid?

Visit Estonia together with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has created a quiz to figure out how Estonian you really are. All you need to do is find answers for some questions about Estonia and you might win a free trip to Estonia for you and your friend!

Click the link below and see you on Thursday at 16:30!

How Estonian are you?

Answer these 10 questions and you might be travelling to Estonia for free very soon!

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