Game Changer Challenge

by Chalmers Ventures & Almi Invest

Game Changer Challenge is your chance to kickstart your tech startup journey with the opportunity to receive a 1.5 MSEK investment and become part of a thriving innovation ecosystem.

Applications closed on Sept 5th, 2024. Want to learn more about how you can commercialize your research? Book an open coaching session with us!

You'll get backing and first-hand expertise from both Almi Invest, one of Sweden's most active investors, and Chalmers Ventures, the leading tech investor and venture builder in the Nordics, taking deep tech from lab to market.

We believe there are unique, advanced tech startups with global impact potential out there, and this year we want to create an extra push to find them. Perhaps you've made a game changing tech innovation in your lab or at work and want nothing more than to share its potential with the world? If so, join us!

Kickstart your startup journey

We believe that taking tech solutions and research to the market is the most effective way to accelerate positive impact and drive meaningful changes for a sustainable world.
This year we give you as a tech founder and entrepreneur a unique opportunity to fast-track your startup journey by access to competent capital and backing from both Almi Invest and Chalmers Ventures. The Game Changer Challenge is an opportunity to get feedback on your business case from experienced investors, highlighting risks and opportunities for a venture journey regardless of the outcome.

If selected you'll become a part of Chalmers Ventures & Almi Invest's portfolio, giving you the best possible conditions to accelerate your growth and finance your company from start, all the way to exit.

In just a few bullets

Here's what you can expect:

Gain two long term partners in Chalmers Ventures & Almi Invest.
1,5 MSEK in direct investment for 15% ownership in your company.
As a Chalmers Ventures portfolio company you get access to comprehensive support, expertise and resources through our Venture Creation Program. Read more below.
Coaching services from Almi Företagspartner regarding financing and sustainability.
Expert network and mentoring.
Access to a large community of like minded game changers aiming to create longterm positive impact on society.
A large number of discounts and perks.
Opportunity to meet investors at Almi Demo day and Chalmers Venture day.

4 simple steps

STEP 1

Apply

Deadline: Sept 5th | 2024

Apply to Game Changer Challenge, by submitting the webform and sending us your pitch deck via email to evelina@chalmersventures.com Deadline: Applications close September 5th, 2024. Make sure you meet the eligibility criteria.

STEP 2

Digital pitch

Sept 16, 17 & 20th

If your team advances, you will be invited to make a digital pitch to the competition committee from Chalmers Ventures and Almi Invest.

STEP 3

Interviews

Sept 30 – Oct 4

Qualifying teams will be invited to in-person interviews to elaborate on your unique tech and business potential.

STEP 4

Final pitch

Oct 30 | 2024

This is the final step. Qualifying teams will make a final investment pitch to the investment committees at Chalmers Ventures and Almi Invest.

Requirements

Here's what we expect on the applications to Game Changer Challenge.

Dedicated
founders

We are seeking dedicated founders who are looking for active partnership and see the clear benefit of being part of Almi Invest’s and Chalmers Ventures’ unique communities.

Innovative
tech

The idea/project needs to be based on an advanced, unique technology and have a positive impact potential.

Potential & scalability

Your company should have a positive impact potential and a global potential, and be unique and scalable in both terms of technology and business model.

Eligibility
criteria

Requirements to enter the competition:

SOME OF THE MANY BENEFITS IN CHALMERS VENTURES

Venture Creation Program

personalized business guidance

Refine your growth plan with dedicated 1-on-1 sessions with a dedicated Chalmers Ventures experts. Receive weekly support, leveraging collective experience to help you reach your milestones.

Skill & team development

Competence Development: Attend workshops, masterclasses, and peer-to-peer events to enhance your skills and knowledge within legal, financing, marketing, and product development.
Team Development: Ensure your startup has the right team dynamics at every growth phase.

STRATEGIC SUPPORT & FINANCING

Structural Capital & Board Development: Benefit from proven legal and governance practices and active board development.
Financing Plans: Develop comprehensive short and long-term financing strategies.
Soft Financing: Apply for soft financing opportunities as part of Chalmers Ventures' portfolio.

Access to investors

Get first-hand access to meet investors at the next exclusive annual Chalmers Venture Day and additional "invite-only" meetups.

Mentorship, COMMUNITY & networks

Mentoring: Access a pool of experienced mentors and advisors.
Community: Join the dynamic network of other game changing startups and industry experts, offering robust support and resources.
Networks: Enhance your leadership skills by participating in our CEO networks.

Deals and perks

Enjoy favorable offers and perks through our external partners in legal, HR, sales, and more, including with Stena Center.

Need more information? We're here to help!

Evelina Stoli Wängberg

Pre-seed Investment Manager Chalmers Ventures

Oskar Svarfvar

Seed Investment Manager Chalmers Ventures

Linda Elfving

Investment Manager
Almi Invest

Viktor Johansson

Investment Analyst
Almi Invest

Apply today

No time like the present. Apply by submitting the webform and sending us your pitch deck via email. Deadline: Applications closed September 5th, 2024.

Detailed timeline

September 5, 2024

APPLICATIONS CLOSE

Fill out our webform and submit your pitch via a separate email.

September 5, 2024

September 15, 2024

FIRST SELECTION

We select the entries that progress to the next step: digital pitch.