Caldera Labs helps early-stage startups validate, grow, and get funded — and helps organisations build thriving startup ecosystems. Over 60 startups supported in 6 years.
What we do
Whether you're a founder looking to validate and grow, or an organisation looking to build a startup ecosystem — we've done it before.
We work hands-on with early-stage startups to sharpen their value proposition, land their first paying customers, and secure the capital they need to grow.
We help corporates, municipalities, educational institutions, and sector organisations design and run high-impact startup support programmes and innovation ecosystems.
About us
Caldera Labs was founded by people who have been in the startup trenches — as founders, as operators, and as ecosystem builders. We know the pressures you face because we've lived them.
We're based in 's-Hertogenbosch and active across the Netherlands, working as a true hands-on partner — not as consultants handing over slide decks.
References
A selection of startup ecosystems and support organisations we've designed, launched, and run together with our partners.
A startup playground focused on AI and data-driven ventures, connected to JADS — the joint initiative of Tilburg University and TU/e. Caldera Labs helped shape the programme and support the startups within it.
jads.nl/playground →An initiative designed to elevate early-stage ventures through structured support, community, and access to the right expertise. Caldera Labs contributed to programme design and startup coaching.
elevate-x.nl →A vibrant hub for digital entrepreneurs and tech startups. Caldera Labs supported the development of the ecosystem and the startup support structure to help founders grow faster.
digitalden.me →A startup programme by AIC4NL focused on breaking down barriers for underrepresented founders. Caldera Labs was involved in building out the programme structure and delivering coaching and validation support.
aic4nl.nl →The acceleration programme for 's-Hertogenbosch, designed to help local startups scale rapidly. Caldera Labs played a central role in setting up and running the programme, drawing on deep roots in the Brabant startup scene.
Learn more →Partners
We don't work alone. Our partner network means startups and organisations get access to the exact expertise they need — from financing to legal to AI.
Contact
Whether you're an early-stage founder or an organisation looking to build a startup ecosystem — reach out and let's explore how we can help.