kasusaajatele

Kasusaajatele is a Finnish term used in entrepreneurship and public funding discourse to describe a group of recipients focused on growth. It typically refers to entities that aim to scale their operations, expand markets, or increase employment, and that benefit from growth-oriented support measures such as accelerators, mentoring, and subsidies.

Etymology: The compound derives from kasvu meaning “growth” and saaja meaning “recipient,” with the -tele suffix forming a dative-like plural indicating “to” or “for” recipients. Kasusaajatele is chiefly found in informal or policy-language contexts to refer to growth-oriented recipients as a category.

Use and context: The term appears in program descriptions, policy briefs, and academic writings within the Finnish startup ecosystem. It is not a fixed legal category but a descriptive label used by funders, accelerators, and researchers to differentiate growth-focused beneficiaries from others who seek non-growth-oriented support or stability.

Eligibility and characteristics: Typical kasusaajatele are growth-oriented SMEs or startups with scalable business models, potential for revenue growth, and job creation. They are often evaluated on growth-related metrics such as revenue growth, user base, international expansion plans, and their ability to leverage public or private support to accelerate scaling.

Critique and limitations: The term lacks a formal, universal definition and can vary by program or region, leading to potential ambiguity. It is best understood as a descriptive category rather than a standardized eligibility label.

See also: growth funding, startup accelerator, venture capital, Business Finland.