Zebra Impact Academy is a new accelerator with a clear goal: to create better conditions for companies and entrepreneurs driven by a strong desire to change society. The founders, Sam Niknam and Malin Goldkuhl, now share in a new video about their company, Stadskupan AB, which participated in Zebra Impact Academy during the spring of 2024.
Since its inception in 2014 as a passionate hobby project, Stadskupan has evolved into a powerful catalyst for biodiversity in urban environments. Sam, who originally planned to expand his event and restaurant business, saw his plans change drastically in 2020 when Malin joined the company. With a solid background in the public sector and 16 years of experience in social sustainability, Malin brought new energy and expertise.
At that time, Malin was facing a major life decision: she and her family were ready to move to Sydney for a year. But when the pandemic put a stop to these plans, Sam and Malin found an unexpected opportunity to wholeheartedly invest in Stadskupan.
Together, they transformed Stadskupan from a hobby project into a dynamic company that helps turn cities into thriving ecosystems. Malin's experience in social sustainability quickly became a central part of Stadskupan's operations, further strengthening the company's commitment to sustainable development and biodiversity.
"Stadskupan now offers a wide range of services, from beehives to diverse plantings with meadows, sand beds, and insect hotels. These efforts have enriched urban environments with vital habitats for pollinators and other insects.."
Since 2020, the company has grown and developed significantly, reflecting Sam and Malin's shared vision and hard work.
Their collaboration marks a significant expansion of the business and demonstrates how a combination of ecological diversity and social sustainability can create positive changes in urban environments.
By participating in Zebra Impact Academy, Stadskupan has received additional support and resources to continue its important journey. The accelerator plays a crucial role in promoting companies with a strong social drive, and we look forward to following their future progress.
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Vinnova funds the pilot phase of the project.
About Stadskupan Sweden AB
Stadskupan is a dynamic company that contributes to transforming cities into thriving ecosystems. By offering a wide range of services, from beehives to diverse plantings including meadows, sand beds, and insect hotels, they have enriched urban environments with vital habitats for pollinators and other insects. Since 2020, Stadskupan has grown and expanded significantly, marking a significant expansion of its operations and demonstrating how a combination of ecological diversity and social sustainability can create positive changes in urban settings.
About Founders Loft
Founders Loft is an incubator and co-working community located in central Gothenburg. Our startups' business ideas are characterized by innovative and pioneering solutions that contribute to a sustainable society. We provide a secure environment where entrepreneurs meet, pursue their dreams, and build their companies – all striving towards shared success. With 25 years of experience and a sustainable future in sight, we support you and your company on your journey by offering a structured process, guiding towards financing, and identifying the competencies needed for your continued development. No equity requirements, full support, and with great passion.
Currently, we are also driving the Zebra Impact Academy in collaboration with Coompanion Gothenburg and Mikrofonden Sweden. Zebra Impact Academy is an exciting new accelerator program aimed at creating better opportunities for businesses and entrepreneurs whose strongest drive is societal change.
We also organize the Founders Challenge annually, a innovation competition focusing on the global goals.
Learn more at https://www.foundersloft.se/
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