CONNECT Denmark
CONNECT Denmark is a non-profit association operating a nationwide Danish network of 250+ experts that delivers facilitated SPRINGBOARD panel sparring sessions and a Board Advisory Programme to growth companies, scaleups, and entrepreneurs across Copenhagen, Aarhus, and Odense.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2000
- HeadquartersCopenhagen, Denmark
- Headcount1–10
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What CONNECT Denmark does
CONNECT Denmark is a Danish non-profit association (forening) founded in 2000 and headquartered at Bryghuspladsen 8 in Copenhagen. It operates a nationwide business network of approximately 250+ experts drawn from organizations including DI, EY, Sydbank, Invest in Odense, INCUBA, KRIFA, and DanTaxLegal, and is part of the global CONNECT network that originated in San Diego and now spans 43 countries. The organization delivers strategic business sparring to growth companies, scaleups, and serious entrepreneurs across Denmark, with two main offices and four satellite offices enabling coverage of Copenhagen, Aarhus, Odense, and online sessions.
The core service is SPRINGBOARD, a 2-hour facilitated panel session in which 6-8 experienced business professionals provide tailored advice on strategic challenges such as go-to-market, capital raising, internationalization, sales optimization, and board formation. CONNECT offers three SPRINGBOARD variants differentiated by company stage: Pitch Session for early-stage startups, Target Session for companies with specific bounded challenges, and Growth Session for mature companies seeking comprehensive strategic sparring. A supplementary paid offering, the CONNECT Bestyrelsesforløb (Board Advisory Programme), provides a structured 'board on loan' at 50,000 DKK to help companies prepare advisory or full boards. The organization reports 3,500+ companies served cumulatively, 100+ companies receiving sparring annually, and outcome metrics including 90% recommendation rate, 9.3/10 satisfaction, 87% expecting revenue growth, and 80% expecting headcount growth.
The business model is hybrid non-profit financing: SPRINGBOARD sessions are free at the point of use to companies, funded through partner and program co-financing (notably the EU-supported Erhvervsfyrtårn Life Science program and the SMV:PRO program co-financed via the five regional Erhvervshus). Revenue streams include individual memberships at 4,000 DKK/year, partner memberships in flexible variants, the paid Bestyrelsesforløb programme, and public program funding. Distribution is via direct facilitation by CONNECT's business developers, regional Erhvervshus channel partnerships, and co-delivery with ecosystem partners such as EIFO, INCUBA, Syddanske Forskerparker, and EY. CONNECT Denmark does not operate a software product or API.
CONNECT Denmark firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- CONNECT Denmark
- Legal name
- CONNECT Denmark
- Website
- https://connectdenmark.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2000
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1–10 employees
- Short description
- CONNECT Denmark is a non-profit association operating a nationwide Danish network of 250+ experts that delivers facilitated SPRINGBOARD panel sparring sessions and a Board Advisory Programme to growth companies, scaleups, and entrepreneurs across Copenhagen, Aarhus, and Odense.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
CONNECT Denmark industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Strategic Business Advisory Services
- NAICS
- Professional and Management Development Training (61143)
- SIC
- Services-Membership Organizations (8600)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Customer/User Conferences & Client Advisory Boards (THAHAMAD)
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Where CONNECT Denmark is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Copenhagen
- HQ country
- Denmark
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices2 records
Markets served
CONNECT Denmark business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D
Revenue model
- Member subscriptions: Individual membership at 4,000 DKK per year (excl. VAT, 2026 price). Partner memberships available in multiple variants based on number of activities or employees.
- SPRINGBOARD programs: SPRINGBOARD sessions are financed through partners, members, and programs. In SMV:PRO programs, there is co-financing where 50% can be applied for through Erhvervshusene's SMV:PRO Advisor Package No. 1. Erhvervsfyrtårn Life Science programs are EU-supported and free for eligible companies.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription | Annual | Individual membership with access to all activities nationwide, events and knowledge sharing, plus opportunity to participate in first board session without obligation. |
| Subscription | Annual | Partner membership available in multiple variants based on number of activities or number of employees engaged. |
| Subscription | Multi-year contract | Bestyrelsesforløb (Board Program) - professional board or advisory board preparation |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels5 records
CONNECT Denmark product offering
Product offeringCore offering
CONNECT Denmark is a non-profit business association that operates a nationwide network of 250+ experienced business professionals who deliver SPRINGBOARD® advisory panel sessions to growth companies and entrepreneurs. Each SPRINGBOARD® is a 2-hour facilitated session where a tailored panel of 6-8 experts provides strategic sparring on company-specific challenges such as go-to-market, capital raising, internationalization, and board formation. The organization complements these sessions with the Bestyrelsesforløb Board Advisory Programme, providing companies with a "borrowed board" of professionals.
Product overview
CONNECT Denmark is a non-profit business network operating nationwide across Denmark, providing advisory services to growth companies and entrepreneurs. Its core service is the SPRINGBOARD® — a 2-hour expert panel session tailored to a company's strategic challenges and growth stage. The organisation offers three SPRINGBOARD® variants differentiated by company maturity: Pitch Session (early-stage startups), Target Session (companies with specific strategic challenges), and Growth Session (mature companies seeking comprehensive strategic sparring). A supplementary offering is the CONNECT Bestyrelsesforløb, a board advisory programme that provides companies with a 'borrowed board' of experienced professionals to clarify board composition needs and prepare for professional governance. All services are free for companies, funded through partners, members, and public programmes. CONNECT Denmark does not offer a software platform, SaaS product, or API.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- SPRINGBOARD® A 2-hour advisory panel session in which 6-8 experienced business professionals are matched to a company's specific strategic challenge. Panels are composed based on industry, stage, and topic to deliver tailored sparring on go-to-market, capital raising, internationalization, sales, and partnerships. Sessions are free for companies, financed through partner and member contributions and public programs.
- Pitch Session A SPRINGBOARD® variant aimed at early-stage startups, often from universities or accelerator programs, focused on helping founders create direction, sharpen focus, and validate their ideas.
- Target Session A focused SPRINGBOARD® variant where the panel addresses a specific, bounded strategic challenge and contributes expert insight and inspiration to a defined question.
- Growth Session An in-depth SPRINGBOARD® variant offering 360-degree sparring on a broad range of strategic challenges for mature growth companies with scaling ambitions, often seeking new board members, investors, or advisors.
- CONNECT Bestyrelsesforløb (Board Advisory Programme) A structured programme providing a panel of experienced professionals matched to a company's industry and stage, functioning as a 'board on loan' to clarify and prepare for advisory board or full board composition. Priced at 50,000 DKK excluding VAT, with multiple participants able to attend the same sessions.
Quantifiable outcome
- 90% of companies would recommend CONNECT Denmark to others
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use CONNECT Denmark
Customer profileNamed customers3 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
CONNECT Denmark technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature1 record
CONNECT Denmark partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
36 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- EIFO (Danmarks Eksport- og Investeringsfond)coreDenmark's national export credit agency and business development bank. EIFO engages with entrepreneurs, contributes to growth, promotes innovation and establishes networks with future global leaders. Partner in the CONNECT ecosystem.
- Erhvervsfyrtårn Life SciencecoreEU-supported partnership program for Life Science companies that are ambitious and have prerequisites for scaling nationally or internationally. The program is co-financed by the European Union and Virksomhedsudvikling Danmark, providing free SPRINGBOARD sessions to eligible companies.
- DI (Dansk Industri)coreDenmark's largest business organization. DI provides member benefits including legal advice, network access, and international market guidance through 9 international offices. CONNECT collaborates with DI on pitch training for startups.
- Erhvervshus HovedstadencoreRegional business house for the Capital region. Specialized business development helping more than 5,000 entrepreneurs and SMEs annually with focus on digitalization, internationalization, sustainability and entrepreneurship. Hosts SPRINGBOARD events and refers companies to CONNECT services.
- Erhvervshus MidtjyllandcoreRegional business house helping companies create growth, export and jobs - free of charge. Part of national network of Erhvervshus providing SMV:PRO programs.
- Erhvervshus NordjyllandcoreRegional business house for Northern Denmark helping companies create growth, export and jobs - free of charge.
- Erhvervshus SjællandcoreRegional business house for Zealand helping companies create growth, export and jobs - free of charge.
- Erhvervshus SyddanmarkcoreRegional business house for Southern Denmark helping companies create growth, export and jobs - free of charge.
- INCUBAcoreLeading business environment for IT/tech, cleantech and life science. A research park and professional community for knowledge-intensive startups, spinouts, scaleups and corporates. Co-hosts SPRINGBOARD events and pitch training in collaboration with CONNECT.
- EYcoreGlobal professional services firm engaged with entrepreneurs in both new and established economies. Contributes to growth, promotes innovation and establishes networks with future global leaders. Hosts SPRINGBOARD events and provides expert panel members.
- SydbankcoreRegional bank serving Danish businesses with professional advisory services. 2,100 engaged employees organized in 13 areas. Hosts SPRINGBOARD events and provides expert panel members.
- KRIFAminorDanish trade union and unemployment insurance fund with over 200,000 customers. Fourth largest a-kasse and union in Denmark. Hosts SPRINGBOARD events.
- Invest in OdenseminorInvestment attraction organization for Odense region. Part of the CONNECT ecosystem for business development.
- DanTaxLegalminorTax and legal advisory firm with more than 25 years of experience advising businesses across the Danish-German border.
- Danish Life Science ClustercoreDanish national cluster building bridges, driving innovation and creating networks between companies, knowledge environments and organizations within life science and welfare technology.
- DanBAN (Danish Business Angels)minorDenmark's leading network of private investors investing in growth companies. Often the first professional investors to engage in startups' early growth phases.
- KeystonesminorOne of Denmark's strongest business angel networks connecting investors with promising startups and scaleups. Members get exclusive access to screened investment opportunities.
- Syddanske ForskerparkerminorInnovation and knowledge sharing hub on Funen. Brings together startups, scaleups and established companies. Hosts SPRINGBOARD events.
- IDA (Ingeniørforeningen)minorProfessional association with over 166,000 members including engineers, cand.scient. and IT professionals. Member of the CONNECT expert network.
- HeyfundingminorMatchmaking platform for capital-seeking startups and risk capital investors. Brings together the Danish startup ecosystem of business angels, venture capital funds, accelerators and other actors.
- VIA University CollegeminorHigher education institution offering programs, collaborations and knowledge development. Via has 8 campuses throughout Central Jutland. Hosts SPRINGBOARD events.
- Holst, AdvokaterminorBusiness-oriented law firm providing full-service advice to private businesses in Denmark and abroad, public sector and individuals.
- Dansk-Tysk HandelskammerminorDanish-German Chamber of Commerce supporting and promoting trade between Denmark and Germany. Over 600 member companies in the largest Danish-German business network.
- BusinessAalborgminorPart of Economy and Business in Aalborg Municipality with 50 employees working on business services, internationalization, project management, analysis, strategy, partnerships, funding and communications.
- TechCircleminorDigital innovation hub for Central Jutland working with Future Technologies, Climate and CO2 reduction, Smart City and Cybersecurity.
- Vejle ErhvervminorBusiness service for Vejle Municipality. Makes it easy to start, operate and develop businesses in the area.
- Horsens KommuneminorMunicipality with 97,500 inhabitants focused on creating quality of life through the built environment and supporting business development.
- Nordfyns Erhverv og TurismeminorAssociation with approximately 600 members working to create development for business, events and tourism in North Funen.
- Sønderborg VækstrådminorGrowth council focused on creating the most attractive business environment in Denmark for sustainable technology, entrepreneurship and business tourism.
- Lifestyle & Design ClusterminorNational industry cluster within design, fashion and furniture. Works to promote innovation and sustainable growth in SMEs.
- MADE (Danmarks Produktionsklynge)minorDenmark's production cluster. Gathering place for solutions for future manufacturing companies through research, innovation and education.
- PropTech DenmarkminorNon-profit membership association driving innovation and digital transformation in Danish real estate. Facilitates events and opportunities for networking and collaboration.
- WE BUILD DENMARKminorResult of merging existing organizations and networks within construction and civil engineering in Denmark. Creates a strong gathering point for the entire industry.
- BLOX (BLOXHUB)minorExperimental building and example of sustainable urban development. Supports projects, collaborations and activities through philanthropy.
- Det Mobile FolkemødeminorMobile democracy forum held annually in municipalities across Denmark focused on local democracy and citizen dialogue.
- INNOVA (Advokatfirma)minorModern and innovative law firm combining innovative thinking and practical business understanding with high professional standards.
Scale indicators14 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights5 records
CONNECT Denmark competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Y Combinator: The dominant global startup accelerator, providing structured advisory, demo days, and investor introductions to early-stage companies. Comparable in function (advising growth companies on strategy, GTM, and capital) but operates at vastly larger scale and via an equity-funded, cohort-based accelerator model rather than a member panel format.
- Antler: Global early-stage investor and accelerator that provides structured mentorship, sparring, and capital to founders from ideation onwards. Comparable to CONNECT Denmark's Pitch and Target Sessions but operates globally with equity investment and a cohort-driven programme model.
- Techstars: Global accelerator network with mentorship-driven programmes targeting startups. Overlaps with CONNECT Denmark in matching experienced mentors with growth companies, but is equity-funded and operates via 13-week accelerator cohorts rather than on-demand expert panels.
- Dansk Erhverv (Danish Chamber of Commerce): Denmark's largest business and trade organisation, providing member services, advisory, policy representation, and networking to Danish companies. Comparable to CONNECT Denmark as a nationwide membership-based business services organisation serving growth-oriented Danish firms.
- Innovation Centre Denmark: Danish government-backed network (linked to EIFO and the Ministries of Foreign Affairs and Business) supporting Danish growth companies with internationalisation and scaling advisory. Overlaps with CONNECT Denmark's internationalisation and GTM sparring use cases, particularly for scaleup clients.
- European Innovation Council (EIC): EU programme providing funding, coaching, and acceleration services to European deep-tech and scaleup companies. Comparable to CONNECT Denmark's EU-co-financed Erhvervsfyrtårn Life Science delivery and broader growth-company sparring mission, at pan-European scale.
Others
- Vækstfonden: The Danish state's venture and growth capital arm (now part of EIFO), providing equity and loan capital to Danish growth companies. CONNECT Denmark frequently refers clients here for capital (20% achieve external financing), making it an adjacent capital provider in the same Danish growth-company ecosystem.
Regional players
- Accelerace: Nordic accelerator focused on B2B SaaS and deep-tech startups, providing mentorship, validation, and investor introductions across the Nordics. Directly comparable to CONNECT Denmark on target geography, customer segment (Nordic growth companies), and mentorship-led delivery model.
- Erhvervshusene (Danish Business Houses network): The five regional Danish Business Houses (Hovedstaden, Midtjylland, Nordjylland, Sjælland, Syddanmark) are both core channel partners of CONNECT Denmark and providers of overlapping business development services to Danish SMEs and growth companies, including SMV:PRO delivery. Direct partial overlap on customer base and service scope.
Direct peers
- CONNECT (San Diego / Global CONNECT Network): Originator of the CONNECT association concept and the umbrella for 43 country chapters including CONNECT Denmark. Operates the same non-profit, expert-network-based advisory model for growth-stage companies and entrepreneurs, making it the closest structural peer.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
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Frequently asked questions about CONNECT Denmark
What does CONNECT Denmark do?
CONNECT Denmark is a non-profit business association that operates a nationwide network of 250+ experienced business professionals who deliver SPRINGBOARD® advisory panel sessions to growth companies and entrepreneurs. Each SPRINGBOARD® is a 2-hour facilitated session where a tailored panel of 6-8 experts provides strategic sparring on company-specific challenges such as go-to-market, capital raising, internationalization, and board formation. The organization complements these sessions with the Bestyrelsesforløb Board Advisory Programme, providing companies with a "borrowed board" of professionals.
Is CONNECT Denmark a public or private company?
CONNECT Denmark is a private company. It is classified as nonprofit foundation owned and is currently operating.
When was CONNECT Denmark founded?
CONNECT Denmark was founded in 2000. It employs 1 to 10 people.
Where is CONNECT Denmark based?
CONNECT Denmark is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, in the Europe region.
How does CONNECT Denmark make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Member subscriptions are the primary driver. The others are SPRINGBOARD programs.
Who are CONNECT Denmark's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Y Combinator, Antler, Techstars, Dansk Erhverv (Danish Chamber of Commerce), Innovation Centre Denmark and European Innovation Council (EIC). Vækstfonden is listed as an others. Regional players are Accelerace and Erhvervshusene (Danish Business Houses network). CONNECT (San Diego / Global CONNECT Network) is listed as a direct peer.
Does CONNECT Denmark have an API?
No public API is recorded for CONNECT Denmark.
What industry is CONNECT Denmark in?
CONNECT Denmark's product category is Strategic Business Advisory Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is THAHAMAD, Customer/User Conferences & Client Advisory Boards. Its NAICS code is 61143 and its SIC code is 8600.