Expert business development help

Niemelä & van Niekerk Consulting: Comprehensive Funding, Ideation & Design Sprint Services

Services

At Niemelä & van Niekerk Consulting, we’re not just about ideas; we’re about making ideas happen. Erasmus van Niekerk and Satu Niemelä bring together over 40 years of combined experience in business development, strategic consulting, technology application, marketing, and communication. Our mission is to guide startups from the spark of an idea to the launch of successful, market-ready products and services.

Executive Soundboard™

Executive Soundboard™ – Real-Time Advisory, Broad Expertise

Value:

– Real-time guidance and feedback on key business decisions
– Post-meeting summaries with clear, actionable next steps to ensure follow-through
– A broad range of expertise, helping you evaluate critical areas

Up to 10 hours of strategic advisory per month, tailored to your specific needs

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Boardway™

Boardway™ – External Expertise Without the Complexity

Value:

-Clear, actionable strategic guidance
-Risk management and governance oversight
-Objective decision-making input tailored to your needs

Up to 5 hours of strategic board advisory per month, tailored to your specific needs

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Design sprint

Innovate confidently with rapid prototyping and IP clearance checks.

Value:

– Accelerated idea-to-prototype conversion.
– Minimized IP infringement risks.
– Streamlined product development cycle.

Rapidly transform ideas into tested prototypes while ensuring your innovation is legally clear for commercial pursuit.

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Public funding

Navigate Finnish funding opportunities with expert guidance.

Value:

-Tailored assistance for funding applications.
-Strategic alignment with funding criteria.
-Maximization of funding opportunities.

Expert assistance in securing Business Finland funding to propel your project towards international growth and innovation success.

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About

Our team

Erasmus van Niekerk and Satu Niemelä are more than co-founders; they are seasoned professionals who have navigated the highs and lows of the startup world. Their combined expertise means your startup won’t just launch; it will soar.

Our Achievements Together

Our partnership has led to notable successes, including double nominations at the German Design Awards, the Seal of Excellence from the European Commission, and winning the Baby Innovation Awards, among others. These accolades reflect our commitment to excellence and innovation in everything we do.

More about our team

Our passionate and dedicated team brings together a diverse range of skills and expertise to deliver exceptional results. From creative visionaries to meticulous strategists, we work seamlessly together to meet and exceed our clients’ expectations.

Satu Niemelä

Satu adds her expertise in marketing strategy, product management, and international business development, ensuring that your startup not only develops a great product but also effectively communicates its value to the right audience.

Erasmus van Niekerk

Erasmus brings a wealth of knowledge in strategic planning, technology integration, and agile development, with a strong track record in expanding market presence and forging key client relationships.

Testimonials

What Our Customers Say

Hear from our satisfied customers who have experienced the quality and value of our services.

I had the pleasure of working with SEP Solutions on an Innovation Voucher project where their expertise was instrumental in bringing our prototype to life. Their guidance and support were outstanding, especially when it came to developing a compelling pitch deck that effectively communicated our vision. SEP Solutions’ professionalism and dedication ensured the project’s success, and I highly recommend their services to anyone looking for top-notch consulting support.

Veeti Hietasalo, Mad Tech Oy

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