About us

Whether you're just starting out with circular entrepreneurship or already engaged in it, Versnellingshuis connects you to relevant knowledge and expertise, making it easier to take the next step with your circular business. This service is free of charge.

Miriam van der Kamp in geel vestje met geprint shirt
Alwin Roest VNO-NCW
Bart Hellings van het Versnellingshuis

Versnellingshuis supports circular entrepreneurship

Versnellingshuis assists SME entrepreneurs in taking the (next) step in the circular economy. We do this by inspiring, informing, connecting with other entrepreneurs and by guiding you with our expertise and knowledge. We also focus on sector-wide transitions.

Versnellingshuis was launched in February 2019 and is a collaboration between Ministerie van IenWVNO-NCW/MKB-NederlandHet Groene Brein and MVO Nederland.  Together, we open up a vast network of other parties and counters, including RVO.nl.

Focused on SME entrepreneurs

We target SME businesses, because entrepreneurs have the most significant impact on their customers, suppliers and therefore, ultimately the consumer. Together, we can change the system towards a circular economy. That's why we offer entrepreneurs knowledge and inspiration. We assist them in making changes in chains by matchmaking, providing tailored assistance and guiding circular chain projects (Moonshots).

Acceleration Partners

The Versnellingshuis collaborates with partners throughout the country on the circular economy: our Acceleration Partners offer circular services and advice, regionally, sectorally, or financially. Curious? Find the right Acceleration Partner on this page

Good to know: Versnellingshuis has no commercial interests. This means we do not handle questions related to commercial purposes. And do not connect entrepreneurs with other parties for commercial reasons. What we do do is help entrepreneurs with questions and challenges in the field of circular entrepreneurship.

Our people

Imke Haenen

Expert law and regulations

Alinde Bensdorp

Casemanager

Bart Hellings

Expert subsidies en financing

Gabrielle Werkhoven

Manager relations Acceleration Partners

Mara Haverkort

Program manager knowledge and insights

Alwin Roest VNO-NCW

Alwin Roest

Coordinator of circular chain projects (Moonshots)

Portretfotografie: Coen Halmans

Versnellingshuis is made possible by

Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management

Working towards a better Netherlands: ensuring an accessible country, with strong dikes and safe transport from A to B.

VNO-NCW

Represents the interests of companies of various sizes across all sectors.

MVO Nederland

Movement of entrepreneurs in the sustainable economy: climate neutral, circular, inclusive and with fair chains.

MKB-Nederland

The driving force behind the Dutch economy: an organization of entrepreneurs from SMEs, affiliated by industry, regional or local association.

Het Groene Brein

Supports entrepreneurs aiming to transition towards a new, sustainable economy, with a network of 150 scientists.

Need help?

Versnellingshuis is happy to assist you. Please get in touch with us.

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