The LIFE Cooperative strengthens the position of its members in the Life Sciences & Health sector by facilitating networking and collaboration, providing access to talent, knowledge, facilities and financing, stimulating innovation and sustainable employment, as well as representing the interests of its members with stakeholders such as policy makers, institutions, investors and suppliers.
The LIFE Cooperative was founded in 2014 by and for northern entrepreneurs in the Life Sciences and Health sector, with the aim of promoting innovation and sustainable employment.
Over the past 10 years, the LIFE Cooperative has grown into the regional example of the united power of entrepreneurs. More than €50 million in investments and more than 500 new, high-quality jobs were created through a number of iconic projects.
The challenges of tomorrow call for collaboration, innovation and talent. That is why LIFE Cooperative operates through two programme lines that strengthen each other. Through LIFE Capital, we invest in talent, knowledge and skills. Through LIFE Innovation, we accelerate the development of innovations and new partnerships. Together, we create a strong ecosystem in which organisations can grow, talent can develop and innovations can make a social impact.
The LIFE Cooperative brings together start-ups, SMEs and international players within the Life Sciences & Health cluster in the Northern Netherlands. These organisations work together on innovation, knowledge development and talent development. In this way, the LIFE Cooperative contributes to a strong and future-proof ecosystem for Life Sciences & Health.
The LIFE Cooperative, together with its members, organises and attends various events throughout the year. These range from regional networking meetings and knowledge-sharing sessions to national and international trade fairs. These events bring together professionals, businesses and research institutions to exchange ideas and explore new opportunities.
