Successful Entrepreneurial Projects

Entrepreneurship is best understood through real world experiences. This section presents inspiring entrepreneurial projects developed in different countries, sectors, and contexts, demonstrating how ideas can become meaningful and successful initiatives.

The projects presented here highlight a variety of entrepreneurial paths, including social, environmental, digital, and community-based initiatives. Each example illustrates the challenges faced, the solutions developed, and the lessons learned throughout the entrepreneurial process.

The goal is not to present perfect success stories, but rather realistic experiences that can inspire students, foster creativity, and demonstrate that entrepreneurship is a continuous process of learning, adapting, and improving.

By exploring these projects, students can discover practical approaches, identify best practices, and gain new perspectives that will help them develop their own entrepreneurial ideas.

Be inspired by real-world projects. Learn from real entrepreneurs.

FlixBus

GermanyTransport / Tourism

FlixBus is a travel technology company from Germany. It was founded in Munich in 2011. It has changed the long-distance coach market through a digital platform model. Instead of owning...

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DeepL

GermanyDigital

DeepL is a German artificial intelligence start-up based in Cologne that specialises in language technology. It is best known for its translation platform, which many users regard as more natural...

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YUKA

FranceDigital entrepreneurship / Mobile application / Health and consumer information / Sustainable consumption

Yuka is a French mobile application created to help consumers better understand the health and environmental impact of food and cosmetic products. By scanning product barcodes, users receive simple information...

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Le Bon Coin

FranceDigital entrepreneurship / Circular economy / Online marketplace / Platform services

Le Bon Coin is a French digital platform created to help people buy, sell, and exchange goods and services locally through simple online classified advertisements. The project was developed to...

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Doctolib

FranceDigital entrepreneurship / Digital health / Online platform services / Health technology

Doctolib is a French digital platform created to simplify medical appointment booking and improve communication between healthcare professionals and patients. The project was developed to respond to difficulties many people...

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Netflix

USADigital / Entertainment / Media Streaming

Netflix is a global entertainment company that provides streaming services for movies, TV shows, and original content. Founded in 1997 as a DVD rental-by-mail service, it transformed its business model...

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INQS

IrelandSocial enterprise / Circular Fashion

Change Clothes is a community-based clothing reuse hub. Founded in 2022 by Mary Fleming, Change Clothes works at a community level and aims to combat global clothing waste. Change Clothes...

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BlaBlaCar

FranceMobility / Sharing economy / Sustainable transport

BlaBlaCar is a French digital platform that connects drivers who have empty seats in their cars with passengers travelling the same route. Founded in Paris, it transformed long-distance travel across...

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Skroutz

GreeceE-commerce / Digital marketplace / Price comparison

Skroutz is Greece’s largest e-commerce platform and price comparison engine, connecting consumers with thousands of retailers across the country. Founded in Athens, it started as a simple tool for comparing...

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Glovo

SpainDigital platform / On-demand services

Glovo is a Spanish digital platform that offers on-demand delivery services, connecting users with couriers who can deliver food, groceries and other products quickly. The platform operates in multiple countries...

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Wallapop

SpainDigital platform / Circular economy

Wallapop is a Spanish digital platform that allows users to buy and sell second-hand products locally. Through a mobile app, individuals can easily connect, exchange goods and give a second...

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