Business Executives
This is where the region’s brightest minds will be
The Startup World Cup Southeast Europe Semifinal is also for business leaders who want to stay sharp, move fast, and plug into what’s next.
You’ll be in the room with the 20 strongest startups in the region, top-tier investors, and ecosystem players who are building what’s coming next, not clinging to what already exists.
If your company cares about innovation, partnerships, or simply staying relevant, this is the place to be.
Meet the right startups before your competitors do
Forget cold emails or scouting from your desk. This is your chance to meet pre-vetted startups, handpicked for their traction, potential, and readiness to work with corporates.
Whether you’re hunting for tech to integrate, startups to partner with, or even future M&A targets, this is where you spot them early, while the advantage is still yours.
One conversation here could unlock months of progress.
We’ll cut the noise so you can get to the good stuff
We’ve curated every startup and invited business leaders who are here to actually engage, not just pass out business cards.
You’ll get:
– 1:1 meetings with startups and investors in the Deal Room
– Tailored matchmaking based on your goals
– Opportunities to share your expertise with the ecosystem (panels, mentoring, private sessions)
No wasted time. Just smart people talking about things that matter.
You don’t have to build a startup to think like one
The world’s moving fast and the smartest companies are learning from how startups move, hire, test, fail, and grow.
Join workshops, fireside chats, and real conversations with operators, founders, and investors who know how to turn ideas into products and teams into traction.
You’ll leave with insights you can actually use, not just notes you’ll never open again.
Your next move
1. Register for your pass
It takes 2 minutes.
2. Tell us what you're looking for - Our team will make sure your time is well spent.
3. Be part of the crowd shaping the next chapter of Southeast Europe’s innovation story.
This isn’t just another business event. It’s where new ideas find the people and companies bold enough to run with them.
Come see what the future looks like—up close.
Organizers
Global Partner
Nomadic Minds
Nomadic Minds is a Silicon Valley-based mentorship platform that connects early-stage founders with top-tier tech operators, product leaders, and growth experts. Built by former founders and C-suite execs, Nomadic supports entrepreneurs through honest feedback, sharp strategy, and zero-fluff guidance.
Strategic Partner
Pegasus Tech Ventures
Pegasus Tech Ventures is a global VC firm headquartered in Silicon Valley, managing over $2B in assets and known as the force behind the Startup World Cup. Pegasus partners with corporations and founders worldwide, backing game-changing startups and helping them scale through funding, market access, and global visibility.
Regional Host
Keiretsu Forum Southeast Europe
Keiretsu Forum Southeast Europe is the fastest-growing chapter of the world’s largest private equity network. Launched in 2021, we connect innovative startups with a vetted community of 40+ investors across Albania, Kosovo, North Macedonia, and expanding. Backed by Keiretsu’s 3,000+ global members, we bring capital, cross-border reach, and trusted deal flow to the region’s boldest founders.