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Here, we provide a listing of the hubs and incubators in Ukraine we know of. If you, as an entrepreneur in Ukraine, have any suggestions of good hubs and co-working spaces in Ukraine, please let us know. Also, if you represent a hub or co-working space in Ukraine, we would always like to get in touch with you and include your organization on our listing.

In Kyiv

  • Coworking "Platform" offers a working space for entrepreneurs and a community of creative talent, where you can find useful professional contacts. In addition to desks in an open space, it also offers private offices for teams. This Coworking platform is located in the "Art Factory Platform," where there are many festivals, concerts, educational and cultural  events

  • Coworking "Chasopys" opened its doors in 2013 and is a logical continuation of the creative space "Chasopys." Located in the heart of Kiev, the space covers an area of ​​280 square meters. Chasopys residents are people from different spheres, from outsourcers to photographers. Coworking "Chasopys" is a global initiative of the Coworking Visa Map

  • Free space "Chasopys" is located in the center of Kiev, on the street by Leo Tolstoy. The space of 350 square meters is divided into 7 rooms. The cost of the first hour of work is 43 USD, the subsequent - 33 UAH.

  • Coworking HUB 4.0 offers combined facilities of innovation and educational centers, coworking space, a business incubator and a conference area. HUB 4.0 is 1500 m2, has 3 floors with more than 100 comfortable seats in the free space, 4 private working spaces and 3 conference rooms.

  • "Tsekh" Business Club is part of a growing international network of workspaces presented in the cities of Ukraine, the UK and the United Arab Emirates. The space is located in the exclusive business center, 5 minutes from the metro and is available 24/7. A Tsekh membership will give you not only get access to the office area of ​​350 square meters, two meeting rooms and all other supporting facilities, but also access to a business community and support from the SHOP team that will help you find the right contacts for the effective development of your business.

  • The coworking “T-Shaped Crew” has a large workshop, which is open to anyone who would like to develop a business plan. “T” wants to draw all creative individuals to this beautiful location in Kiev, where individuals have the opportunity to showcase themselves in an open and creative environment. Masters will have access to their audience and guests of the studio and to interesting products and individuals who can give professional advice on many topics, ranging from the design table to, the process of selecting a controller for quadrocopters, including a support lawyer who will tell you where in the end you can fly animaloff@me.com

  • Coworking "iHUB" supports a network of centers of innovation and entrepreneurship, which aims - to develop an ecosystem of innovative entrepreneurship in Ukraine, to promote the development of competitive projects on a global scale and to have a positive impact on the economy. The project is based on the initiative of the non-profit global network of national funds Seed Forum in 2014 and started working with the support of the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Kiev. Now iHUB is an actively expanding network: centers already operate in Kiev and Chernigov, and there are plans to launch iHUB in Vinnytsia, Lviv and Ivano-Frankivsk, as well as to expand the network to Moldova and Georgia in 2016. www.kyiv.ihub.com.ua

  • The Coworking space “POINT” is Ukraine’s first travel co-working space. It was created specifically for the comfort of traveling agents, freelancers and anyone who is interested in the sphere of tourism and its development. “POINT” is located in the center, near the metro stations Leo Tolstoy and the Sports Palace. There are various working spaces for individuals and groups. “POINT” also provides office equipment and has a fully equipped kitchen with food and beverages. http://travel-point.com.ua/

  • The co-working “Best Co-Working” is located in an old fortress built in the 19th century, at the highest point of the city- Klovsky hill in Pechersk. The workspace is designed for 15-20 people, covers and area of 125 square meters, which can be divided into 3 areas: work, relaxation and meeting room. All visitors have access to the services of the business center tower No.5 such as, a full buffet café, indoor parking, a beauty studio, and museum. www.bashnya5.com.ua

  • The co-working space “neRabocheye mesto” is a modern, creative working space in the new digital economy. In today’s new office center on the 14th floor, there is a new co-working meeting and art space. This creative workspace allows for the acquisition of new knowledge and recreation in a circle of interesting people. www.nonworkplace.com

  •  The “Collage” antikafe believes that co-working is one of the bonuses of modern technology. At “Collage” there is a relaxed, friendly atmosphere, a quality wi-fi connection, coffee and tea are provided, and access to printers. kolazhanticafe@gmail.com

  • The co-working space “Tsiferblat” in Kiev is part of a network of institutions of a similar structure in several Russian cities. Kiev’s “Tsiferblat’ is located in the center of the city. Freelancers also have access to fax machines, printers and scanners. There is an interesting system of calculation; which gives a visitor a username to sign in and out of the facility in order to be invoiced for the time used.

  • The co-working space “FRAT social club” unites intelligent individuals who write new formulas and theories, debunk myths and listen to incredible music together. In this co-working space, everyone is an individual as well as part of a “brotherhood.” This space has spaces for both work and leisure, relaxed atmosphere that enables fun and work. This is an extremely intellectual space where creative ideas flow. . www.frat.com.ua

  • The co-working space “Toloka” is situated on the left bank on Dnipro in Kyiv claims to be the nodal space on the left bank, due to its extremely convenient location, just one minute from the metro station. “Toloka” has a comfortable workspace, including printing devices, Wi-Fi, and a small kitchen. Additionally, there are other useful services in the building including various restaurants, cafes and ATMs. http://www.toloka.net.ua

  • The Data Hub co-working space is a comfortable work place, with printers, Wi-Fi, and a small kitchen with snacks and beverages. There are spaces for working individually as well small and large meetings. The Data Hub coworking space is suitable for studying, working on projects, and meetings. www.data-hub.com.ua

  • The Smart Working “SAD” co-working space is the first co-working space in Ukraine with smart services. The new format of interaction between residents implements the concept: work + training + partners + clients. This space is a quiet and productive work environment, but it is close to the powerful transport interchange- Art. M. Shulyavska. www.gogarden.place

    For other co-working spaces in Kyiv and other cities visit: http://www.coworking.com.ua/

Odesa

  • Impact Hub Odessa, is the Ukrainian branch of the international organization of Impact Hub. Its offices are situated on two floors of a modern building in the center of Odessa, designed especially for meetings and conferences, which allows for the  inspiration and creative flows of ideas in young entrepreneurs.  http://impacthub.odessa.ua/

Acceleration programs:

  • Ukrainky.biz, a social platform for female entrepreneurs in Ukraine. Its aim is to establish an environment where entrepreneurs can share their knowledge, find potential clients and develop a successful business. It provides informative videos and information on upcoming events relevant to this cause.
  • Ukrainian Association of Business Incubators and Innovation Centers. This association facilitates practical implementation  of entrepreneurship development programs through the creation and support of business incubators, technology parks, business support centres and other innovation type structures.
  • WannaBiz is an Odessa -based company and provides assistance to tech start-ups, such as money investments and logistical support, in exchange for a percentage of company stock.
  • Startup Ukraine  is an educational centre for entrepreneurs. Next to offering different courses about how to create a successful business in Ukraine, it also organises projects like ‘Business Breakfast’, where you can hear different successful entrepreneurs talk about their ways of doing business, and ‘Business Camp’, where for a week you can stay in a camp and follow informative lectures and workshops. 
  • Open Data Accelerator 1991 is Ukraine's first non-profit incubator that helps convert tons of open public data in real startups that provide services to Ukrainian citizens, businesses and public authorities. http://1991.vc/
  • How to start a start up Ukraine is educational acceleration programme for creative and tech industries start-ups. Community was created for collaborative learning, communication, exchange of experiences and ideas, find business partners and co-ordination meetings of the club. Every Saturday we informally discuss the latest trends in the world of start-ups and venture capital industry, watch video lectures the world's major universities and business schools on the theme of technological entrepreneurship and innovation, to analyze specific cases and problems as the teams starting and operating. https://www.facebook.com/groups/htsas.ukraine
  • Bad Girls Ventures This outreach educational program for women by women (not to be confused with feminism and SPA Women's Club). On the menu
    - Fireside chats from successful women in various business,
    - Education for Entrepreneurship program (marketing, PR, legal issues, business promotion and sales, soft skills trainings, and more)
    - International networking
    - Meet ups, teleconference with different entrepreneurs from different states and different businesses, on different topics
    - International alumni club graduates who help each other for business success both at home and abroad https://www.facebook.com/groups/1505023936457768/