Matts Nyman, CEO BizMaker and Regina Duymaz, Incubator Manager at BizMaker.

The startups that have participated in BizMaker's incubator and accelerator programs generate as much as 17 times the public funds invested - a figure that shows the impact innovation and entrepreneurship can have on Västernorrland's development. In 2023, start-ups supported by BizMaker generated over half a billion SEK in turnover and employed 340 people. Through their ... Read more

Part of the BizMaker team

BizMaker has been granted SEK 14.6 million in funding from Vinnova and has a continued place in the national program for excellent incubators for the period 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2029. With the support, BizMaker can strengthen its role as an innovation engine and develop its offerings to startups and scaleups with a focus on sustainable growth and innovation.

Andre Nyqvist at A.N Mättjänster together with Ewa Sandeheim from BizMaker.

Since its inception in 2005, A.N Mättjänster has grown into an established player in construction and civil engineering projects in Västernorrland. The founder and owner Andrè Nykvist started the business as a sole metrological consultant, but over the years has built up a company with around 13 employees and a growing business. With almost 20 years in the industry, the company is facing new growth opportunities ... Read more

Mona Sundin, Business Area Manager Science Park and Ewa Sandeheim, Process Manager for Business Scaleup.

Business Scaleup, BizMaker's business development program for micro and small enterprises in Västernorrland, is showing impressive results. With an increase in turnover of over SEK 21 million and 18 new jobs created by the participating companies, the program contributes to long-term growth in Västernorrland. In recent years, BizMaker has broadened its offer to strengthen the existing business community in Västernorrland. Through the Business Scaleup business development program, companies ... Read more

Anna Kollberg, Futures Strategist at BizMaker.

Sundsvall and Västernorrland are facing extensive social transformation, including increased population growth. A decision has now been made to approve an in-depth feasibility study for creative and cultural industries in Västernorrland. The feasibility study "Into the heat" focuses on examining and investigating how we can strengthen and develop companies active in creative and cultural industries. ... Read more

Patrik Rosengren and Annica Jonsson at Kinab.

New niche and improved self-confidence. Participation in the Business Scaleup growth program has meant a major shift for the Örnsköldsvik company Kinab. - "We have always known that we can do it, but we have gone from being a silent northerner to taking the initiative and explaining that our skills are needed," says Annica Jonsson, CEO of Kinab. Kinab is a ... Read more

Hans Persson of Hamek Verkstad participated in BizMaker's Business Scaleup growth program.

Hans Persson at Hamek Verkstad has just had his last meeting in the Business Scaleup growth program. - "I have received help in developing a five-year plan, so even though the program is over, I know how to continue working. My toolbox is bigger today. Within five years, we want to turn over 50 million and become ... Read more

C-con is a startup in BizMaker's incubator and has made a growth journey that has resulted in several new recruitments in Örnsköldsvik.

C-con is the Övik company that is growing faster than most, thanks to its own market niche and smart strategy. With methodology they developed themselves, they ensure that factories and industries are safe, efficient and modern - by mapping and labeling pipe systems. In five years, C-con has grown to 15 employees, who now work on the Norrland coast's largest ... Read more

CRDBAG is a startup in BizMaker's incubator program and has been successful in Hollywood with their product.

Hollywood praises the Swedish storage system for film and camera equipment. Now the Sundsvall-based company CRDBAG is launching a digital solution to complement its popular bags. In early June, the startup company CRDBAG, which has developed a storage system for cables and other equipment in the photo and film industry, presented itself at the Cine Gear Expo in Los Angeles. - The show took place at the classic Paramount Studios in ... Read more

BizMaker and High Coast Invest join forces in a joint growth platform for Västernorrland.

Leading politicians in Västernorrland have supported the creation and financing of a joint county organization for business promotion. The goal is to strengthen the regional growth promotion work in Västernorrland - The Regional Cooperation Council's decision is a historically courageous decision to create a stable, long-term support structure for business promotion in Västernorrland. An accessible business promotion that takes advantage of all ... Read more