The "Growth Entrepreneurship for the Oulu Region" project supports the development of startups and growth entrepreneurship in Oulu by encouraging people from diverse backgrounds to develop business ideas and startup skills while providing opportunities for networking and team building. The project aims to create a new, open startup program for the Oulu higher education community. Additionally, it seeks to establish collaboration contacts with international startup ecosystems to support the growth of Oulu-based companies.

The project is co-funded by the European Union, with financing granted by the Council of Oulu Region. Other financiers include the City of Oulu and the implementing organization, Oulu University of Applied Sciences.

Duration: June 1, 2024 - May 31, 2027.