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Willicroft is a plant-based cheese company based in Amsterdam, founded in 2018, that aims to provide sustainable alternatives to traditional dairy cheese. Drawing inspiration from the founders' dairy farming roots, the company emphasizes reducing the environmental impact of cheese production, which is known to be a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. Willicroft's range of products is primarily made from ingredients such as cashews, coconut oil, fermented rice, quinoa, and nutritional yeast, showcasing a commitment to nutritious and sustainable sourcing. By utilizing fermentation techniques, Willicroft seeks to create delicious vegan cheese options that are both affordable and environmentally friendly. The company has achieved B Corp status, reflecting its dedication to social and environmental responsibility, and has begun cultivating beans locally in the Netherlands to further enhance its sustainable practices. With plans to expand into new markets in the UK, Germany, and the Nordics, Willicroft aims to become the world’s first net-positive plant-based cheese company, fostering a local supply chain that supports sustainable farming practices.

Founded in 2018, AMMP Technologies develops operational software solutions for the off-grid energy market. Its platform enables remote monitoring and management of distributed energy systems, benefiting energy users, service companies, and vendors alike. With a global portfolio of nearly 1,000 systems, AMMP's technology drives operational excellence, enhancing system uptime and reducing operational costs.

Publishizer BV is a crowdfunding platform based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, that facilitates the publishing process for authors. Founded in 2019, the company enables authors to pitch their book ideas to agents and publishers by using pre-order data to demonstrate market interest. Through its platform, authors can pre-sell copies of their unpublished works, thereby connecting directly with acquiring editors and publishers. This innovative approach allows authors not only to secure publishing deals but also to negotiate terms effectively, streamlining the path from manuscript to market.

WeParc is a valet parking and car services software platform founded in 2016 and headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. The company provides a range of convenient and affordable parking services, allowing consumers to book various options for city or airport parking. WeParc's offerings include drop-off services at any location, screened valets, secured parking lots, and a user-friendly application that enables customers to track their vehicles and arrange for their return. This focus on hassle-free service aims to enhance the parking experience for users, making it more accessible and efficient.

Founded in 2015, FlyMedi operates as an online platform facilitating medical tourism. It enables users to find, compare, and book international healthcare services, with a focus on treatments like Cardiology, Dentistry, Orthopedics, and Plastic Surgery. The company arranges medical tour packages including accommodation and local transfers in destinations such as Turkey, Hungary, Spain, and Poland.

Finch Buildings specializes in sustainable real estate solutions. Based in Amsterdam, the company provides modular building engineering services using prefabricated modules constructed from sustainable wood.

Cocoon is a mobile application based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, that connects job seekers with employers. Launched in 2014 by Martin Frusch and Vincent Oord, the platform allows users to browse a variety of job vacancies and apply for positions that match their skills and preferences. Job seekers can access detailed information about the required experience, profession, and location for each opportunity. Employers benefit from the app by advertising their job openings and managing applicants, streamlining the hiring process. Cocoon aims to enhance the job search experience by providing a user-friendly interface that facilitates connections between candidates and employers.

Deskbookers, established in 2013 and headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands, operates an online platform enabling users to book flexible workspaces, meeting rooms, and event spaces on an hourly or daily basis, or for fixed periods. The platform, available in Dutch, German, and English, caters to businesses and individuals seeking flexible spaces in cities like Manchester, Liverpool, and London, UK, and internationally. As of 2020, Deskbookers operates as a subsidiary of Spacebase GmbH.

Bleeve provides a social internet platform that connects people on the topic of saving and producing energy at home. The company is based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

Finch Buildings specializes in sustainable real estate solutions. Based in Amsterdam, the company provides modular building engineering services using prefabricated modules constructed from sustainable wood.

LeadBoxer is a sales leads generation company based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, founded in 2014. It offers a platform that enables B2B sales teams to track and collect behavioral data from various sources in real-time. The platform provides a task-oriented mobile and desktop application that shows which businesses have visited a website, allowing sales agents to contact qualified leads and existing clients at optimal times. LeadBoxer enhances company data with integrated features that help clients qualify prospects based on behavior and profile data. It includes intuitive scoring algorithms and filters to create segments, enabling businesses to optimize their workflow for online lead and customer identification and qualification.

miniPower BV is a company based in the Netherlands that specializes in the replacement and exploitation of used wind turbines. It focuses on optimizing these turbines by continuously improving existing components to enhance their efficiency and performance. The company targets the placement of used turbines primarily in Poland, Croatia, Greece, and Turkey, contributing to the sustainable energy sector by extending the lifecycle of wind energy technology.

Stukio is an online platform that provides its users with web development courses. The platform offers its users with video lectures, programming dictionaries, app previews, source codes, code additions, removals, progress measurement, and navigation services. The courses provided are based on Ruby on Rails. Stukio was launched in 2014 by Henrique Caiano, Tiago Martins, Pedro Silva, and Joaquim Valente and is based in Amsterdam.

Hubs, formerly known as 3D Hubs, is an online platform established in Amsterdam in 2013 that specializes in custom part manufacturing. The company connects users to a global network of manufacturing services, including CNC machining, 3D printing, injection molding, and sheet metal fabrication. Hubs aims to streamline the manufacturing process by allowing engineers and purchasers to upload their designs and receive instant quotes, thus facilitating efficient quote management and order tracking. Since its inception, Hubs has produced over 7 million parts and was acquired by Protolabs in January 2021.

PastBook is a Dutch company founded in 2011 that operates an online platform enabling users to create photo albums from social‑media posts and other sources. The service automatically selects images based on vibrancy, arranges them chronologically, and allows users to customize layouts for books, calendars, or posters. Users can import photos from Facebook, Instagram, Dropbox, Flickr, and other accounts, share albums with friends, and invite collaborators to contribute. Finished products can be downloaded as PDFs or ordered as printed items. The platform leverages artificial intelligence to highlight memories and streamline the creation process, making it easy for anyone to preserve and share personal moments.

Nexi.me is an online platform designed to assist human resource departments in recruiting talented candidates through the social networks of employees. The platform enhances company referral programs by actively engaging employees and enabling them to suggest potential candidates from their LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and other social media profiles. Founded by Cristian Andreica and Ciprian Mardare, Nexi.me was launched in Amsterdam, Netherlands, providing a private referral network that streamlines the recruitment process by leveraging the existing connections of employees to identify qualified applicants.

Peerby B.V. is a Dutch startup founded in 2012, based in Amsterdam, that operates Peerby Go, a peer-to-peer sharing platform. This service allows users to rent and borrow items from neighbors, facilitating resource sharing within local communities. The platform can be accessed online, through mobile devices, or via social media, enabling users to easily connect and exchange goods. Initially launched in Amsterdam, Peerby is actively expanding its reach to other areas, promoting sustainable consumption and fostering community engagement.