Startups accelerated

550+

90+

Investments made

6

Exits

“Best accelerator in the nordics”

Global Startup Awards 2019

We run Norways largest accelerator programs and operate as an early-stage investor for technology startups in the Nordics.

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ACCELERATOR & VC

TheFactory is one of the most active early stage investors in the Nordics. Through different funds and investment companies, we have invested in 90+ promising startups in the fields of fintech, proptech, greentech, retail, sportstech, defsec and more.

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WHAT’S HAPPENED LATELY

New corporate partnership with Haavind

TheFactory has entered into a strategic partnership with Haavind - one of Norway’s leading law firms. This partnership is strengthening our ecosystem for founders, investors, and growth companies.
TheFactory expands into DefSec

After several years of investing in fintech, proptech, and sportstech, TheFactory is now turning its attention to a new and highly relevant segment: defence and security.
Nominated for Best Accelerator at Nordic Startup Awards

TheFactory has been nominated for Best Accelerator at the Nordic Startup Awards 2026, recognising our work in supporting founders and building strong early-stage companies across the Nordics.
Angel Challenge revival through acquisition

The Coring Company, Over Easy Solar, Accountflow, Eduplaytion, and 20 other companies welcome TheFactory as a new shareholder as the entire Startup Norway portfolio is acquired.
Awarded the title of Best Accelerator in the Nordics

TheFactory has been awarded the title of the Best Accelerator in the Nordics by Global Startup Awards - a recognition of our strong founder community, hands-on approach, and proven track record of building successful companies.

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OUR ACCELERATORS

Gründer Academy

A bold, prize-winning founder-focused general accelerator that transforms ambitious ideas into scalable startups. Through intensive mentorship, hands-on workshops, and access to investor and partner networks, it equips entrepreneurs with the business skills, validation methods, and growth playbooks needed to launch and scale quickly.

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Sportstech Academy

Sportstech Academy is an intensive accelerator that fast-tracks early-stage sports technology startups into market-ready businesses. Over a focused 6-month program, founders receive hands-on mentorship from industry veterans, investor-ready coaching, product validation, access to pilot opportunities, and introductions to a network of mentors and investors.

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DefSec Accelerator

A fast-paced, founder-first program that propels early-stage defence and security startups from prototype to market-ready. Over 12 weeks, founders receive hands-on mentorship from seasoned CISOs, product experts, and investors; tailored technical and go-to-market support; access to TheFactory’s enterprise pilot network; and investment-ready pitch coaching.

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