For them, innovation is the real driving force. The last Startup WRO Meetup of the year is behind us.

21.11.2024

Innovation was the theme of the seventh Startup WRO Meetup of the year, which took place on November 20 at Basecamp on Sienkiewicza Street. Representatives of young tech companies not only had the opportunity to learn where to find creative business inspiration and secure funding for their projects but also to establish valuable connections, including with investors. Startup founders, mentors, investors, and experts in new technologies, finance, and law gathered for the final Startup WRO Meetup of the year. These knowledge-sharing and networking events took place this time under the theme "Driven by Innovations."

Exceptional guests, insightful discussions

“The topic of this meeting was innovation. We discussed recent global developments in this area and future projections. We also had the honor of hosting exceptional guests who provided valuable insights.”
– Maciej Jacenik, Startup Wrocław

“Driven by Innovations” was also the title of the panel where leaders from the technology, analytics, and business sectors shared their visions and practical tips on implementing innovative solutions.

Among the speakers were:
🔹 Dr. Marcin Piątkowski – professor at Kozminski University, Chief Economist at the World Bank, and author of the bestseller Europe’s Growth Champion
🔹 Dominic Monkhouse – elite business coach, global executive mentor, and host of the renowned podcast Mind Your F**king Business
🔹 Paulina Walkowiak – CEO and co-founder of cux.io

The discussion was moderated by Dr. Marcin Śledzikowski from SDZLEGAL Schindhelm.

“We talked about how innovation impacts the growth of businesses and startups. We also discussed Poland’s innovation landscape, with a special focus on Wrocław’s ecosystem and market.”
– Dr. Marcin Śledzikowski

A key event for Wrocław’s ecosystem

According to Dr. Marcin Śledzikowski, Startup WRO Meetup has become a significant event on Wrocław’s business landscape.

“This is a fantastic initiative that I’ve been involved with since the very beginning. It’s a unique opportunity to bring together experienced and creative people with inspiring ideas, share a passion for innovation, learn from each other, exchange thoughts, and inspire one another.”
– Dr. Marcin Śledzikowski

For Filip Rakowski, co-founder of Alokai, such events are crucial—especially in Wrocław, which is a major tech hub in Poland.

The next Startup WRO Meetup is coming in 2025!

According to Maciej Jacenik, the Startup WRO Meetup series will continue next year, with the first event scheduled for January or February 2025.

“We have big plans for next year. One of them is organizing the largest startup conference, Evolutions 2025 Meetup and Showcase, which will take place at the end of June.”
– Maciej Jacenik

Organizers and Partners

The Startup WRO Meetup series is organized by Startup Wroclaw. The event partners include: ITCORNER, SDZLEGAL Schindhelm, Basecamp, Meeting Application, Browar Stu Mostów, CUDO Kombucha, #PijKranówkę, 4Programmers, SHARE-E, Evento, and BeefUp.