Ignite by Aaltoes

Ignite by Aaltoes Accelerate your way into entrepreneurship.

Happy Spring everyone! Today we started a one week interview sprint with the potential teams for our summer batch. As ex...
23/03/2026

Happy Spring everyone!

Today we started a one week interview sprint with the potential teams for our summer batch. As expected, we have gathered a good balance between software and hardware.

Some teams are in prototyping phase, some evaluate their MVP, but some are looking for their first investment. No matter the phase, it’s super exciting to see their progress since the applications were filed in.

We cannot wait to share more!

- Kristaps & Annika

Ignite '26 applications close tonight at 23:59 EET.This batch has received unexpected amount of applications from across...
08/03/2026

Ignite '26 applications close tonight at 23:59 EET.

This batch has received unexpected amount of applications from across the world, and you still have chance to be a part of it.

Our program gives you all essentials to build your company in less than 10 weeks: globally recognized mentors, free housing, access to world class workspaces and hardware labs, and a €1,500 grant to cover your basic living expenses.

All of that is 100% equity-free.

Let's change the world together. Apply here: https://ignite.aaltoes.com, link also in bio.

Spring is here! And so is the final weekend to apply to Ignite.⏳We’ve received a massive amount of interest and support ...
07/03/2026

Spring is here! And so is the final weekend to apply to Ignite.⏳

We’ve received a massive amount of interest and support for Ignite, and we want to say a huge thank you! Even when the world feels crazy, we remain fiercely optimistic about the future. And YOU play a massive role in building it.

YOU HAVE 1 DAY. Applications close this Sunday, March 8th at 11:59 PM.

Apply through the link in bio.

Let's change the world.

- Annika & Kristaps

03/03/2026

Wake up!

Applications close on 8th of March. Link in bio.

This is the signal to stop dreaming and start building.  We have over doubled the amount of head coaches, making sure th...
20/02/2026

This is the signal to stop dreaming and start building.

We have over doubled the amount of head coaches, making sure that we have a lineup of people who have actually built something.

These are the entrepreneurs who have scaled wide range of operations, architected top level AI, and built companies from the ground up, soon helping you to do the same:

▪️ Jiri Heinonen — Co-Founder of Swappie. Scaled a hardware-heavy operation into a European giant. Angel investor.

▪️ Niko Vuokko — Sr. Director & CTO at AMD Silo AI. Shaping the future of deep tech and AI architecture.

▪️ Anna Brchisky — CEO & Founder of Bamla. The mastermind behind PR, startup growth and communications.

▪️ Elmo Pakkanen — Co-Founder of Ambio. Product expert accelerating climate tech & sustainability.

▪️ Johannes Torppa — Head of Sales at Rebase Consulting and serial entrepreneur. He’ll make sure your product actually sells and startup scales.

▪️ Roni Lahti — CEO & Co-Founder of Komu Homes. Ignite’s original founder and serial head coach.

▪️ Elias Örmä — CPO & Co-Founder of Komu Homes. Product development in the pioneering property management platform.

The Deal:

- Weekly sparring with these 7 experts and assigned industry coaches
- €1,500 Equity-Free Grant
- Free Housing in Helsinki
- 24/7 Workspace and Hardware Lab Access (Thinkin’ Rocks)

Take this as a sign. We see your potential, and now it's time to take action.

Applications close March 8th. Link in bio.

Stop dreaming and start building.​Ignite is a 10-week summer accelerator program based in Espoo, Finland by . We provide...
16/02/2026

Stop dreaming and start building.

​Ignite is a 10-week summer accelerator program based in Espoo, Finland by . We provide the runway for you to build your first startup from scratch.

❓​What is on the table❓

• ​Tailored weekly coaching from top-tier mentors
• A €1500 grant per participant
• ​Free accommodation support if needed
• ​24/7 access to workspaces and hardware lab
• ​10 ECTS credits
• Access to a wide investor and expert network

​We are open to students and non-students from all over the world. You just need an idea, a team of 1-3 people, and the grit to execute.

​Applications close on March 8.

​Link in bio.
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13/02/2026

Choose your hard. Applications are open, link in bio.

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07/02/2026

Applications are open. The race to build your own startup has begun.

• Team-specific weekly mentoring
• Spaces, resources and hardware 24/7 in your use
• Ignite Experience: Finnish summer, BBQs, saunas...
• €1500 participant grant
• 10 credits
• Accommodation support
• Pre- and post-program guidance

Only thing you need is grit. Apply to Ignite to kickstart your entrepreneurship journey, link in bio.

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Thanks to everyone that came to Ignite Day_0. Room was full with high energy people, inspiring conversations and new fri...
05/02/2026

Thanks to everyone that came to Ignite Day_0. Room was full with high energy people, inspiring conversations and new friendships. See you next time!

Huge shout out to Polygame for the equipment and our magical volunteers that made this possible!

Guest speaker:
Ignite 2025 winners: Nimble Fox () and
Sponsors: .fin
Photos:
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Applications are open.Everything is hard. It’s hard to take the first step, but it’s even harder to realize in five year...
03/02/2026

Applications are open.

Everything is hard. It’s hard to take the first step, but it’s even harder to realize in five years that you didn’t even try. It’s hard to wake up early and stay late building, but it’s even harder to get rejected time after time from a job that wouldn’t even fulfill you.

Right now, the smartest people in the room are washing dishes, because the job market is broken. You have the talent, you have the drive, but you’re stuck.

Ignite ain’t your typical accelerator. It’s a launchpad. 10 weeks. From zero to building your first company. We don’t teach business; we create business together.

Building hardware tech? We’ll connect you with experienced engineers.

Solving climate change? We’ll get you the researchers with insights on the field.

And the best part? It’s free. In fact, we pay you. We handle the life stuff. You handle the “changing the world” stuff. Community, nature, BBQ, retro gaming, and unforgettable memories. We are here accelerating founders, not just companies.
Win the demo day, and you’re on a plane to the States to meet the giants.
Step out of your comfort zone, because this is where the success lies.

LINK IN BIO.

30/01/2026

Next Monday. The race begins.
Link in bio.
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