Upstream
Welcome to the 7th edition of Upstream.
Upstream is where early-stage startups find capital and opportunities. Founders and investors are invited to join us to spark growth through funding opportunities, strategic partnerships, and peer-learning. Upstream brings in some special focus on three industry tracks, being Port & Maritime, Health & Wellbeing, and Climate & Energy, while continuing to welcome innovations from all sectors. Whether you’re raising, investing, or looking to connect with peers, this community-driven festival is your gateway to meaningful connections.
Connecting startups, capital, and opportunities
Over the course of the week you get to experience the best our Dutch startup ecosystem has to offer. Before the main event on May 21, more than 40 co-creation partners line up their best side events across the country. You're in for an exciting main program showcasing remarkable stories.
Monday, May 18 - 21 - side events
- Explore the ecosystem with peers to share experience, learnings, and networks;
- Join independently organized side events around South Holland and beyond;
- Join the official Upstream Unconference.
Thursday, May 22 - inspiring speakers, workshops, speeddates, networking, and more.
- Learn from inspiring stories on the main stage, our workshops on funding and growth, and startup pitches
- Schedule meetings with startups, investors, and corporate buyers
- Find your next investment / co-founder / business opportunity
Tap into the network and scale your impact
Make the most of your Upstream experience and start networking via the online app (available closer to the event). There, you can explore the full event calendar and discover who’s attending – making it easy to connect with the right people, schedule meetings, and plan your day.
Welcome to the 7th edition of Upstream.
Upstream is where early-stage startups find capital and opportunities. Founders and investors are invited to join us to spark growth through funding opportunities, strategic partnerships, and peer-learning. Upstream brings in some special focus on three industry tracks, being Port & Maritime, Health & Wellbeing, and Climate & Energy, while continuing to welcome innovations from all sectors. Whether you’re raising, investing, or looking to connect with peers, this community-driven festival is your gateway to meaningful connections.
Connecting startups, capital, and opportunities
Over the course of the week you get to experience the best our Dutch startup ecosystem has to offer. Before the main event on May 21, more than 40 co-creation partners line up their best side events across the country. You're in for an exciting main program showcasing remarkable stories.
Monday, May 18 - 21 - side events
- Explore the ecosystem with peers to share experience, learnings, and networks;
- Join independently organized side events around South Holland and beyond;
- Join the official Upstream Unconference.
Thursday, May 22 - inspiring speakers, workshops, speeddates, networking, and more.
- Learn from inspiring stories on the main stage, our workshops on funding and growth, and startup pitches
- Schedule meetings with startups, investors, and corporate buyers
- Find your next investment / co-founder / business opportunity
Tap into the network and scale your impact
Make the most of your Upstream experience and start networking via the online app (available closer to the event). There, you can explore the full event calendar and discover who’s attending – making it easy to connect with the right people, schedule meetings, and plan your day.