• CEE Startup Network calls CEE founders, investors, and tech professionals to its regular Funding Horizons event
• The date is September 3rd and the place is Žilina, Slovakia
• The on-site attendance is free, but one needs to register in advance
• The event will be broadcast live

On September 3rd, CEE Startup Network welcomes to its regular Funding Horizons event. The hybrid event is set to gather entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts to discuss the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the world of startup financing at Kaviareň Nová Synagóga in Žilina, Slovakia. Additionally, the event will be broadcast live on CEE Startup Network’s YouTube channel.

Funding Horizons is CEE Startup Network’s initiative for bridging the gap between innovative startups and potential investors by providing a platform for meaningful connections and insightful discussions. The event is tailored for startup founders looking to scale their businesses, as well as for investors seeking the next big opportunity in the CEE region. With a focus on practical advice, real-world experiences, and forward-thinking strategies, Funding Horizons is a must-attend event for everyone involved in our region’s startup ecosystem.

Topics and Speakers

The event will feature a keynote speech and a panel discussion covering such topics as:

• Diversification of funding perspectives
• Pros and cons of various sources of investment against each other 
• Fundraising roadmap

The event’s featured speakers are:

• Pavel Csask, ex-CEO of Moravian-Silesian Innovation Centre
• Ivan Filus, Innovation Advisor and Project Manager, Senior Consultant at BIC Bratislava (Business & Innovation Centre)
• Daniel Harcek, Head of Technology at Wagenow
• Vlasto Kocián, CEO at INOVIA
• Ivan Kristel, Managing Partner at Czech Founders VC
• Bohumil Pokštefl, Founder at SaaS Garden
• Slavo Tuleja, Managing Partner at Kiuub

As it is usual for such events, one of the core objectives of Funding Horizons is to foster networking and collaboration. Participants will have the chance to connect with like-minded entrepreneurs, seasoned investors, and industry professionals and build valuable relationships that could lead to future partnerships and investments. Naturally, on-site attendants will take significantly more advantage of it.

Attending CEE Startup Network’s Funding Horizons event is free, but the seats are limited and those willing to attend need to reserve a spot. You are welcome to register here.

In a Nutshell

• Where: Kaviareň Nová Synagóga, Žilina, Slovakia
• When: 15:00 CET, September 3rd, 2024
• Registration here, free
• Online broadcast here