On Friday, over 130 founders, investors, and representatives of the Romanian community worldwide joined Spotlight on the Romanian Startup Ecosystem 2024, an event co-organized with RUF - Romanian United Foundation, Romanian IT and Activize.Tech.
The purpose of this gathering was to bridge the innovation capital between Romania and its diaspora, bringing it closer to the local ecosystem to empower the next generation of entrepreneurs and to help build a truly globally connected entrepreneurial community.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to our speakers: Bogdan Capatina, Vlad Ciurca, Oana Craioveanu, Vlad Gliga, Bogdan Iordache, Emmett King, Cosmin Ochisor, Andreea Saia, Alex Urdea, CFA, and Florin Visa for their openness and valuable insights on the evolving Romanian tech landscape.
Special thanks to the high-impact entrepreneurs who participated, including Endeavor Entrepreneur Daniel Demian (Creatopy), and participants from our Scale-Up Program: Florina Popirtac (Spark Generation), Evelina Necula (Kinderpedia), and Bogdan Nicoară (Bright Spaces), who shared inspiring stories of growth and innovation.
This event set the stage for a new wave of innovation, fostering connections that bring Romanians from around the world closer to the exciting developments in Romania’s tech scene. A special thank you to Mihai Lehene his vision and dedication in making this exchange possible and for helping to strengthen our global community of Romanian innovators.
cc: Andreea Sarca, Catalin Epure, Mara Ilie, Mihnea Craciun