What Skåppå does

Skåppå AS is a Norwegian innovation and development company founded in 2015 through the merger of two næringshager (business gardens) and one kunnskapspark (knowledge park). It operates as an authorized delivery node within SIVA's national næringshage and inkubator program, and as an approved Miljøfyrtårn (Eco-Lighthouse) certification body. The company is headquartered in Dombås and runs eight regional offices spanning the Gudbrandsdalen valley (Lillehammer, Ringebu, Otta, Lom, Dombås, Skjåk, Gausdal, Lesja), employing 18 staff as of mid-2025. Ownership rests with the regional business community, the 12 municipalities of Gudbrandsdalen, and SIVA, with an explicit mission of regional development rather than dividend distribution.

The core offering combines direct advisory services (business development, innovation processes, project management, communication/branding, internationalization, research and analysis) with a portfolio of structured programs: Gardsgründer (farm entrepreneurship), Grønt Gir (a two-phase sustainable growth accelerator with up to 100,000 NOK in Phase 2 development funds per company), Løft Blikket (board training), OpplevelsesGIRET (experience development), Etablererkurs (startup course), and the Rekreasjonsklynga cluster initiative. Customer segments are SMBs, individual entrepreneurs, agricultural enterprises, recreation/tourism operators, and public-sector actors across the region. Revenue is generated through course fees (1,100–40,000 NOK per participant), advisory hours, project management fees, and — most significantly — public funding flows channeled through SIVA, Innovasjon Norge, Innlandet fylkeskommune, and the Krafttak for Grønn Vekst consortium.

The technology layer is minimal: the company is a professional services firm rather than a technology product company, with standard SMB infrastructure (Squarespace website, Google Analytics, Mailchimp, ID-porten authentication for the Innovasjon Norge "En veg inn" service). Go-to-market is multi-modal — direct advisory relationships, event-driven engagement (Gudbrandsdalskonferansen, Founders and Funders Night), community-led cluster programs, and SIVA-channeled delivery. The company is positioned for a growth phase under an incoming CEO (Kaja van den Berg, formerly Director of Startup and Scaling at Innovasjon Norge, starting fall 2026), following recent senior hires and the May 2025 Lillehammer office expansion that coincided with its 10-year anniversary.

Name

Skåppå

Legal name

Skåppå AS

Website

https://skappa.no

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Skåppå is a Norwegian innovation and development company operating as an authorized SIVA næringshage/inkubator and Miljøfyrtårn certifier, delivering advisory services, training programs, and cluster initiatives to entrepreneurs, SMEs, agricultural enterprises, and public-sector actors across the Gudbrandsdalen region through eight offices and 18 staff.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Dombås

HQ country

Norway

HQ region

Europe

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Advisory and Consulting Services: Skåppå generates revenue through professional advisory services including business development consulting, innovation processes support, project management, communication and branding, internationalization support, and research and analysis for entrepreneurs, businesses, and public sector actors.
2. Training Courses and Programs: Revenue generated from educational programs including Gardsgründer (farming entrepreneurship course), Grønt Gir (green growth accelerator), Løft Blikket (board training), and Etablererkurs (startup courses) with participant fees.
3. Project Management and Development: Skåppå manages and leads development projects for clients including feasibility studies, grant applications, and implementation projects, funded through project fees and public support schemes.
4. Public Funding and Grants: As part of SIVA's innovation infrastructure, Skåppå receives support and operates programs funded by public sources including SIVA, Innovasjon Norge, Regionale forskningsfond, and municipal/regional development funds.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Skåppå is a Norwegian innovation and development company providing business development advisory, innovation consulting, training programs, and project management to entrepreneurs, SMEs, and public sector actors in the Gudbrandsdalen region. The company operates as a næringshage (business garden) and inkubator within SIVA's national innovation infrastructure, running named programs (Gardsgründer, Grønt Gir, Løft Blikket, OpplevelsesGIRET, Etablererkurs) and serving as an approved Miljøfyrtårn (Eco-Lighthouse) certifier. Revenue is generated through consulting fees, course enrollment, public-sector project funding, and grants.

Product overview

Skåppå is a Norwegian innovation and development company offering a portfolio of advisory services and structured programs to support entrepreneurs, businesses, and public sector actors in Gudbrandsdalen. The offering is organized as a unified advisory platform complemented by specialized programs including: Gardsgründer (farm entrepreneurship course), Grønt Gir (sustainable growth accelerator in two phases), Løft Blikket (board development course), OpplevelsesGIRET (experience development course), and the Rekreasjonsklynga cluster initiative. Skåppå also serves as an approved certifier for Miljøfyrtårn (Eco-Lighthouse) certification, provides an Etablererkurs (startup course), and offers general business development services covering innovation, project management, communication, internationalization, and research. The programs are designed to work together—courses like Grønt Gir feed into the Rekreasjonsklynga, and startup support connects to growth programs—creating a continuum from early-stage entrepreneurship through established business acceleration.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Gardsgründer: A course program for farmers and agricultural entrepreneurs to develop supplementary businesses in areas like local food production, tourism, and agritourism.
• Grønt Gir
• Løft Blikket
• GIR
• Rekreasjonsklynga

Products and services

• Gardsgründer (Farming Entrepreneurship Course) A hands-on course for farm owners and entrepreneurs looking to develop supplementary businesses in agriculture, local food production, tourism, or Inn på Tunet (care on farm). Provides tools for business development, market and sales, and economics and pricing through three gathering sessions plus individual follow-up. Priced at approximately 12,000 NOK per participant, covering participation for two persons per farm.
• Grønt Gir (Green Growth Accelerator) A two-phase growth program for businesses in Gudbrandsdalen focused on sustainable growth. Phase 1 (GRØNT) builds sustainability competence at 40,000 NOK with a 16,000 NOK co-payment for qualifying SMBs. Phase 2 (GIR) is an intensive growth accelerator accepting 8 companies per cohort, providing up to 100,000 NOK in development funds, mentorship, and close follow-up.
• Løft Blikket (Board Leadership Course) A course for board members, business owners, and leaders who want to develop competence in board work. Provides insight into strategic board engagement, case discussions, and networking with other participants. Developed in collaboration with Advokatfirmaet Thallaug for legal expertise.
• OpplevelsesGIRET (Experience Development Course) A course developed from the Rekreasjonsklynga to lift competence for businesses in the region and facilitate good collaborations on delivering quality experiences in tourism and recreation.
• Rekreasjonsklynga (Recreation Cluster) A cluster administered by Skåppå bringing together recreation industry actors including experience-based tourism, dining, accommodation, and cabin production to strengthen cooperation, share experiences, and develop common goals for the region.
• Miljøfyrtårn (Eco-Lighthouse) Certification Approved certifier for Eco-Lighthouse (Miljøfyrtårn) certification, helping businesses document and improve their environmental performance through Norway's most widely used environmental certification system.
• Etablererkurs (Startup Course) A startup course covering business foundation topics including pricing, sales, customer acquisition, company registration, and financial management. Includes 4-6 guidance hours with Skåppå advisors. Priced at 1,100 NOK per participant including VAT, with the first course evening free.
• Business Development Advisory Services Comprehensive advisory services including business development from idea to market, innovation processes with tailored support for new thinking and sustainable solutions, project development and management, communication and branding, internationalization support, and research and analysis. Available for entrepreneurs, SMEs, and public sector actors.
• GIR (Grønt Gir Phase 2 Growth Accelerator) Phase 2 of the Grønt Gir program - an intensive growth accelerator accepting 8 companies per cohort, providing up to 100,000 NOK in development funds and intensive mentorship and follow-up from Varde Investeringslaug and Skåppå.

Quantifiable outcome

• 90% of assisted businesses report being very satisfied with services
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Mat og drikke fra Innlandet SAcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 September 2025Strategic partner in the national/regional food culture center pre-project won by Skåppå. Organization representing food and beverage producers in Innlandet region.
• SIVAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSIVA is the national operator of the næringshage and inkubator programs. Skåppå is part of this innovation infrastructure. SIVA facilitates innovation through building, owning, and developing innovation infrastructure, and supports nearly 4000 growth businesses annually through its network.
• Innovasjon NorgecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSkåppå works closely with Innovasjon Norge on various projects including 'En vei inn' (one door in) for business support, internationalization projects, and connects businesses with Innovasjon Norge's programs and funding.
• Innlandet fylkeskommune (Innlandet County Municipality)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional public partner supporting Skåppå's programs and projects. Co-funder of Grønt Gir accelerator and other regional development initiatives.
• Regionrådene (Regional Councils)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with Lillehammer-regionen, Midt-Gudbrandsdalen, and Nord-Gudbrandsdalen regional councils for regional development coordination.
• Advokatfirmaet ThallaugminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerLegal firm partner collaborating on the 'Løft Blikket' board training program, providing legal expertise and training content on board responsibilities.
• Vaager InnovasjonminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInnovation company collaborating on Founders and Funders Night events, co-organizing networking opportunities for startups and investors.
• Crucible Bold HorizonsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCollaborative partner on Founders and Funders Night events, helping connect growth companies with investors and mentors.
• Gudbrandsdalen NæringsforeningcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional business association collaborating on conferences like Gudbrandsdalskonferansen and other initiatives to strengthen local business community.
• Krafttak for Grønn Vekst (Green Growth Initiative)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerConsortium of local businesses and organizations including Gudbrandsdal Energi Holding, Eidefoss, Skjåk Energi, Sparebank 1 Gudbrandsdal, Sparebank 1 Lom og Skjåk, and all 12 municipalities in Gudbrandsdalen. Skåppå serves as project leader for the Grønt Gir program developed under this initiative.
• NTNU (Norwegian University of Science and Technology)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partner collaborating on research and innovation projects, providing expertise and student involvement in Skåppå's cluster and development initiatives.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Kunnskapsparken Helgeland: Regional business park in Helgeland within SIVA's næringshage program, providing similar SME development, advisory, and incubation services. Directly comparable to Skåppå in regional scope, ownership structure, and service mix.
• Kongsberg Innovasjon: Regional innovation company in Kongsberg providing incubator services, business development, and innovation support to technology and industrial SMEs. Mirrors Skåppå's combination of incubation, advisory, and cluster/ecosystem building.
• Validé: Regional innovation company in Ålesund and Trondheim providing incubator, accelerator, and business development services to SMEs. Both are part of SIVA's innovation infrastructure and operate similar næringshage/inkubator functions in their respective regions.
• Kunnskapsparken Bodø: Regional business park in Bodø offering office facilities, business development, and growth support to SMEs. Comparable to Skåppå as a regional innovation hub inside SIVA's national network serving Northern Norway.

Broad incumbents

• Bouvet: Norwegian IT and management consulting firm with 1,800+ employees, listed on Oslo Børs. Overlaps with Skåppå's advisory and digital transformation services but operates at national scale and serves enterprise clients.
• SIVA: Norwegian state-owned enterprise that operates the national næringshage and incubator programs that Skåppå is part of. SIVA supports nearly 4,000 growth businesses annually through a network of regional innovation hubs, operating as the broader incumbent infrastructure Skåppå delivers into.
• Innovasjon Norge: Norwegian government's main instrument for innovation and development, providing funding, advisory, network, and internationalization services. Skåppå is both a delivery partner and a local front door for Innovasjon Norge's services in Gudbrandsdalen.
• Implement Consulting Group: Nordic management consulting firm with offices across Scandinavia. Provides strategy and management consulting that overlaps with Skåppå's advisory offering, but operates at much larger scale and broader geographic scope.
• Menon Economics: Norwegian economic research and consulting firm providing managerial economics, innovation policy, and business advisory services. Comparable to Skåppå's advisory work but more research- and policy-oriented, serving larger institutional clients.

Others

• NORCE Norwegian Research Centre: Norwegian research institute that collaborates with regional businesses and innovation hubs on R&D and innovation projects. Functions as an enabler/partner to Skåppå's FORREGION competence-brokering work, rather than a direct competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/skappaas

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles17 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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