Q2Scale Programme 2025 – for MVP+ startups in Automotive & Fintech

Description

Startups participating in Q2Scale are expected to: Engage in Programme Activities: Actively attend virtual sessions, including 4 workshops and 4 mentoring meetings. Participate in Key Face-to-Face Events:  Attend the PoC Design Lab (online) and Pitching Event (Helsinki), collaborating with mentors and partners.  Collaborate on PoC Development:  Work closely with programme partners to design and validate the PoC, ensuring alignment with market needs.  Ensure Timely Communication: Provide regular updates and feedback, and maintain consistent communication with the Q2Scale team and partners. 

Beneficiary & submission

The selection process is divided into three phases: Phase #1: Fill out the online application form. *A team of experts and partners will review your application on a rolling basis. This means that the earlier you apply, the earlier they can review your submission and invite you to an online meeting to discuss it further. Phase #2: Eligible applicants will be invited to a short online qualification interview (up to 45 minutes). Please note that you might be asked for a second interview if needed.  Phase #3: The scoring committee will choose 8-12 eligible programme start-ups as described below.  Assessment will be made by programme partners: EIT Global Outreach team and Q-Europe domain experts.   The following elements will be taken into consideration in the assessment process:  (a) Excellence, differentiation of the technology, and product maturity for real world validation (30 pts.)  (b) Market and Impact (30 pts.)   (c) Quality and efficiency of the implementation (20 pts.)   (d) Motivation and Bootcamp fit (20 pts.)   (e) EU or Horizon Europe dimension (must) 

Further information

Q2Scale is a global startup support programme operated by the EIT Global Outreach and Q-Europe, providing European top technologies in the Automotive & Fintech sectors with the opportunity to receive a full end-to-end package for international market penetration and beta testing in a 2-month hybrid programme. Q2Scale’s focus is on real-world global validation, strategically preparing and enhancing startups to scale into new global markets effectively, connecting with experienced mentors and technological experts, and providing the best guidance for a successful PoC process. **Application website will be updated shortly