Start-Up Bulgaria! програма
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Impress investors
Pitch Your Startup to Investors and Win Big
Are you ready to take your idea or project to the next level? This special session offers you the chance to pitch your business to a panel of experienced investors, get invaluable feedback, and unlock opportunities for growth.
Start with a workshop led by Tim Jeck, an expert investor, who will dive into what investors are really looking for and how to craft an effective pitch.
After learning the keys to success, you’ll have the opportunity to present your idea to investors, receive personalized feedback, and potentially secure a term sheet.
Winning teams will not only gain potential financial backing but also access to valuable products, services, and mentorship from industry leaders.
Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your vision, refine your pitch, and connect with investors who can fuel your growth.
Note: participation is subject to selection and purchasing a ticket for the conference. Purchasing a ticket for the conference doesn't guarantee participation in the session, nor winning a prize.
B2B Sales Forum
To grow, you will have to sell! Hone your skills!
This track is designed for entrepreneurs who understand that growth inevitably goes hand in hand with the need for sales, but want to do it in a way that is natural and satisfying.
Learn from leading sales professionals and industry experts how to turn every interaction into a sales opportunity.
Develop authentic trading strategies that match your personal style.
Learn pricing tactics that maximize profits without aggressive selling.
Master the art of negotiation to close deals with confidence and ease.
Explore go-to-market strategies that make your products irresistible to customers.
Discover innovative lead generation techniques to build a solid sales base organically.
The Workshops
Join hands-on workshops for applicable skills
Participate in hands-on workshops and training sessions led by industry experts.
Sessions focused on specific topics of interest, with practical knowledge and applicable skills.
Note: Requires additional registration and ticket: to be launched soon.
Hack the Hackathon
Show us what you can do - create a business
Join our hackathon to collaborate, create innovations and breakthrough solutions in a competitive environment.
You will have to deal with real challenges and you will have the opportunity to present your solution to a jury of experienced entrepreneurs and investors
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Whether you have a team or are looking to join one, you can apply and we'll match you up with a team.
Collaborate with other entrepreneurs to solve real problems.
Present your project to industry leaders and receive constructive feedback.
Compete in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Get guidance on how to turn your hackathon project into a real product.
Note: Details of participation and selection criteria will be announced soon.
Speed dating
Build the connections you need to succeed
Spend time with industry professionals and mentors.
Sign up to receive personalized feedback, ask questions and gain valuable insights from seasoned professionals ready to share their knowledge. Meet co-founders, colleagues and new friends.
Connect with industry leaders and receive valuable mentorship.
Build meaningful relationships with potential co-founders, partners and colleagues.
Get personalized advice to help you navigate your entrepreneurial journey.
Don't worry - even if you don't consider yourself the best at networking, our team and approach will make sure you meet enough interesting people!
Entrepreneurship 101
Get into the basics of entrepreneurship
Get into the basics of entrepreneurship with these sessions. Learn how to get started, discover valuable opportunities in the ecosystem, and understand that it's never too early or too late to start your entrepreneurial journey.
We will cover the following topics:
You will learn how to find a co-founder and whether you even need one
Understand the idea generation and validation processes to turn your ideas into sustainable ventures
Get insights on the right time to start your entrepreneurial journey
Discover how to harness the power of community to boost your entrepreneurial success
Explore the benefits and strategies of intrapreneurship in existing organizations
... and much more by joining these sessions.
Scaling up
Learn how to develop and expand your business
Immerse yourself in advanced strategies and insights to grow your business to new heights. Learn from experts how to scale, innovate, and navigate the pitfalls of growing your enterprise.
You will find answers to the following topics:
Discover key strategies for securing funding and investment to support your growth
Learn how to drive business growth and expand your operations effectively
Find out how to ride the wave of innovation and stay ahead of the competitive market
Gain insights on how to take your business global and overcome international challenges
Refine strategies for a profitable and successful exit
... and much more by attending these sessions.
Sky is the Limit
Get Funded, Expand Globally, Become a Unicorn, Make an Exit
Explore the limitless possibilities of entrepreneurship with insights and strategies from top industry leaders. This track is designed to inspire and equip you with the necessary knowledge to achieve extraordinary success in your endeavors.
You will find answers to the following topics:
Discover practices and strategies from serial entrepreneurs to replicate their success
Learn the secrets of creating unicorns and achieving billion valuations
Understand the importance of sustainability in business and how to implement it
Master the art of communication to effectively convey your vision and lead your team
Uncover the secret of the future with insights into emerging trends and technologies
... and much more by attending these sessions.
AI is the new gold
Find out the secrets of AI and apply them to your business
Explore the transformative world of artificial intelligence through the eyes of successful entrepreneurs.
This track features leaders in AI startups sharing their journey from inspiration to execution. Learn how they develop useful AI products, find investors and identify exit opportunities.
Discover how AI entrepreneurs find inspiration and turn ideas into successful businesses
Learn about developing innovative AI products from concept to market
Explore strategies for securing funding and attracting investors for AI ventures
Gained insights into identifying and exploiting exit opportunities in the AI sector
Understand the challenges and triumphs of building and scaling an AI startup