Agenda
With engaging keynote addresses, insightful panel discussions, exciting startup pitches, and ample networking opportunities, the event fosters innovation, collaboration, and growth within the startup ecosystem. Attendees can expect to gain valuable insights, make meaningful connections, and discover new opportunities to drive their ventures forward.
-Tuesday, August 20th – Georgian National Semifinals, Adjara Competition
8:00 – 13:00
TBILISI - BATUMI TRAIN
Startup Express
By Startup Connect
As a special treat to make the trip for Tbilisi startups fun and productive, we will have an exclusive train car available specifically for our group. So, join the Startup Express and have a fun and valuable experience coming to Batumi.
13:30 – 15:00
Batumi Tech Park
Adjara Startup Competition
By Startup Connect
To give the startups of Adjara a special opportunity to showcase themselves we have a session at Tech Park Batumi. If you arrive on Startup Express one bus goes to Tech Park so you can mingle and meet local startups. Light snacks. Top winners advance to semifinals.
15:00-17:00
Beach Break!
Finalists can prepare for their pitches, and audience can explore Batumi or take a quick dip in the Sea! Refresh yourselves for a busy time!
17:00-19:00
Rooms Hotel Batumi (Must Pre-Register)
Startup World Cup Semi-Finals
By Startup Connect & InvestHK
The semi-finals of the Georgian Startup World Cup competition will be held for a smaller audience at the Rooms Hotel Batumi. The top teams from Semi-Finals advance to national Startup World Cup competition the 21st. Make sure you register if you want a seat! Tickets are free but limited - register here https://www.eventbrite.com/e/georgian-national-startup-competition-tickets-936416957327
20:30– 23:30
Fishing pier, Batumi
Opening Beach Party
By Startup Connect
Celebrate the start of our conference with an unforgettable opening party! Join us for an evening of networking, music, and excitement as we kick off this event in style. Connect with fellow attendees, meet our speakers, and set the tone for an inspiring and productive conference ahead.
Wednesday, August 21st – Startup World Cup
9:00am - 1:00pm
Main Hall, Courtyard Batumi
Georgian Startup Summit
By Startup Connect
Dive into insightful panel discussions featuring industry experts sharing valuable insights and diverse perspectives. Don't miss our inspiring keynote speeches, offering transformative ideas and strategies to propel your journey forward.
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13:30 - 15:00
Main hall, Courtyard batumi
Startup World Cup Regional Competition
By Startup Connect
Talented startups showcase their groundbreaking ideas and compete for a chance to advance to the global stage. Join us to discover the next wave of game-changing entrepreneurs and witness the future of innovation unfold.
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15:00-16:30
Break Area, Courtyard batumi
Break: Judges Deliberate ; Networking ; Expo.
By Startup Connect
With the help of an AI matchmaking app find the ideal investor, startup, partner, customer or talent
15:00-16:30
Break Area, Courtyard batumi
Announcement of Winners!
Depart for Startup Express Return Trip
By Startup Connect
Hear the final winner who will be offered to compete in Silicon Valley, closing photo, and event is complete for regular ticketholders. VIP ticketholders stay for reception
16:30-18:00
1-1 MEETINGS ROOM, Courtyard batumi
1-1 Matchmaking Meetings & Investor Lounge (VIP Ticket Holders)
By Startup Connect
With the help of an AI matchmaking app find the ideal investor, startup, partner, customer or talent
18:00 - 23:00
Batumi - Tbilisi Train
Startup Express
By Startup Connect
A trip back to Tbilisi
19:30-21:30
[sHARED WITH vip TICKET HOLDERS]
VIP Networking Party
By Startup Connect
Wrap up the conference with a bang at our closing party! Join us for a night of celebration, networking, and entertainment as we toast to the success of the event. Connect with fellow attendees, reflect on key learnings, and enjoy a memorable evening of fun and camaraderie.
Thursday, August 22nd
VC Conclave & Investor Roundtables
By Startup Connect