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Askeladden & Co

Askeladden & Co is an incubator based in Norway that supports entrepreneurs in building and scaling companies, particularly in traditional industries. They focus on leveraging technology to enhance customer and employee experiences.

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Overview

What Askeladden & Co does

What Askeladden & Co is

Askeladden & Co is an incubator based in Norway that supports entrepreneurs in building and scaling companies, particularly in traditional industries. They focus on leveraging technology to enhance customer and employee experiences.

How it participates in the startup ecosystem

The current public profile supports funder and program host capabilities. Each capability below is shown separately so organization identity and role-specific information do not get conflated.

Operational profile

Organization status and context

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Operational status
Active
Organization type
Incubator
Founded
Founded in 2017
Approximate age
About 9 years
Structured capabilities
Funder · Program host
Last reviewed
March 5, 2026
What Incubator means

An incubator is a support environment for turning a nascent idea or early company into a startup that is more ready for customers, funding, or an accelerator.

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Capability profile

Askeladden & Co as a funder

Investment thesis

Askeladden & Co invests in technology-driven businesses that enhance customer and employee experiences. They support startups through capital, operational assistance, and access to a network of partners.

Focus narrative

Askeladden & Co invests in businesses that leverage technology to enhance customer and employee experiences. They provide capital, operational support, and access to a network of business partners, investors, and talent. Their approach includes identifying opportunities across various industries and supporting startups through the early stages until they achieve product-market fit.

Focus and fit

Stages
Pre-seed · Seed
Regions
Europe

Availability

Currently deploying
Yes

Portfolio and track record

Recorded portfolio count
13

Portfolio context

Notable portfolio companies include: Watchdog: A technology company that ensures invoice accuracy by comparing them against contracts and pricing history. Journalia: Utilizes AI to extract relevant medical information from consultations, allowing doctors to focus on patient care. Edda.ai: Integrates and visualizes data to provide accurate staffing and procurement recommendations. Verd: Acquires and builds local funeral homes with established brands. Squeeze: Offers professional massages at a fixed low price through a membership model. Petrus: Operates veterinarian clinics with digital booking and fixed pricing. Randi: A full-service accounting firm focused on transparency and fixed pricing for small and medium-sized businesses. Rebil: An online platform for buying or financing used cars with home delivery. Olio: A medical skincare and beauty salon offering various treatments. Kin: Develops leading e-commerce platforms in the Nordics. Dr.Dropin: A private healthcare provider offering services at fixed low prices. Digg Pizza: A pizza company focused on quality and quick service. Blid: A dental clinic providing accessible and affordable dental care.

Capability profile

Askeladden & Co as a program host

Program thesis

Askeladden & Co aims to empower entrepreneurs by providing capital, operational support, and access to a robust network, helping startups achieve product-market fit.

Focus narrative

The program focuses on investing in businesses that utilize technology to enhance experiences for customers and employees. Askeladden & Co provides operational support and connects startups with a network of business partners, investors, and talent, fostering growth and innovation.

Value and support

Founders receive capital investment, operational support, and access to a network of partners and investors. The program is designed to guide startups through the early stages of development, helping them achieve product-market fit and scale effectively.

Availability

Application state
Not published

Focus and fit

Stages
Pre-seed · Seed

Alumni and track record

Alumni context

Notable alumni include Watchdog, which ensures invoice accuracy; Journalia, which uses AI for medical information extraction; and Edda.ai, which provides staffing and procurement recommendations through data visualization.

Common questions

What to know about Askeladden & Co

Upseed classifies Askeladden & Co under the Incubator organization type. Its current public profile includes funder and program host capabilities.

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Source basis

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Last reviewed

March 5, 2026

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