Are you an impact entrepreneur in the municipality of Groningen and ready to take the next step? Does your business contribute to a better world, and do you want to grow, increase your impact, and expand your network and visibility? Then sign up now for the Grunn Factor and make sure you’re there on 27 November 2025! You can register via this link: Grunn Factor 2025.

This year, the focus of the Grunn Factor is on connecting impact entrepreneurs with investors. Hieroo Groningen offers a program designed to help you take your business to the next level. The goal is to connect entrepreneurs and investors so that, after the program, a real collaboration can be established.

Program
The program consists of several phases. After you register, we will assess whether there is a potential match between you as an entrepreneur and one of the investors. Do we think we’ve found a good match? Then a first meeting with the investor will follow to explore mutual interest. You will also work with a financial advisor to clearly define your funding needs. With these insights, you can then have further discussions with the investor. If there is indeed a match between you and an investor, you will have the opportunity to pitch your business during the Impact Day. As preparation, Founded will help you develop a strong pitch so that you are well-prepared for the big day.

This year marks the second edition of the Grunn Factor, with the same concept but a fresh twist. In collaboration with Impact Noord, Hieroo is organizing the Impact Day: an event where we inspire, innovate, and connect. The final stage of the Grunn Factor will take place during Impact Day. If there is a match between you and one of the investors, you will not only receive funding but also get the chance to pitch your business on 27 November 2025 during the Impact Day — the event for impact entrepreneurs in the Northern Netherlands.

Source text and image: Impact Noord and Hieroo