The Desafix 3.0 startup acceleration program, a result of the partnership between Ciser, the largest fastener manufacturer in Latin America; Hub #Colmeia, the innovation center of the H. Carlos Schneider Group; and Sebrae Startups, a platform that supports innovative companies throughout Brazil, concluded in grand style, marking a five-month cycle of intense acceleration and transformation for early-stage startups.
In this latest version, the program was designed to boost early-stage startups, offering a gamified and co-creative journey with tailored learning paths. The initiative had the support of market professionals and experts, as well as mentoring offered by the Hub #Colmeia and Ciser teams. The 20 selected startups faced challenges and presented solutions aligned with five thematic areas: Smart Fastening, Industry 4.0, Digital Technology, ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance), and Logistics.
“Desafix, the Hub #Colmeia acceleration initiative, reaffirms its position as a catalyst for innovation in its third successful edition. By accelerating promising businesses and connecting strategic partners in the ecosystem, we continue to strengthen our purpose of consolidating the brand as Joinville's leading accelerator,” highlights Aluísio Goulart Lopes, Head of R&D and Open Innovation at Hub #Colmeia.
During the program, intensive activities were carried out, defined from personalized diagnoses, to maximize the potential of each business. The highlight was the Final Pitch, an event that celebrated the program's impact with the presentation of solutions developed by the participating startups. The three startups that stood out with the best pitches, demonstrating the potential of the union between innovation and industry to transform the future, were: UBIVIS (1st place), RFID Brasil (2nd place) and Hence (3rd place).
The startups stood out for their ability to turn challenges into opportunities, demonstrating that collaboration and innovation are key to boosting businesses. According to Alexandre Souza, Innovation Manager at Sebrae, “The conclusion of Desafix 3.0 represents much more than the end of a cycle: it is the realization of a greater purpose, that of bringing startups and corporations closer together to drive open innovation in our ecosystem. Initiatives like this are fundamental to connecting different actors, creating an environment conducive to the exchange of ideas, co-creation, and the development of solutions that respond to the real needs of modern industry.” The success of the initiative reflects the strength of strategic partnerships and the dedication of the participating startups.
With TXM Methods' unique methodology and the support of everyone involved, the program reaffirms the potential to transform innovative ideas into scalable businesses for national manufacturing.
