💥 This happened at Podim! 💥
On May 14 in Maribor, Business Angels of Slovenia and CBAN – Croatian Business Angels Network joined forces under the initiative #AdriaticInvestors to boost startup investing across the Balkans – a major step forward for startup investment in the Balkans!
This strategic partnership unites investors from across the region into a powerful joint initiative, aiming to:
- Unlock the full potential of the Balkans’ 25M-strong talent pool
- Strengthen a startup ecosystem on track to exceed 900 startups by 2026
- Accelerate scaling in FinTech, HealthTech, AI & more
- Deepen collaboration with science parks & innovation hubs
- Tap into diaspora networks for mentorship, capital & global reach
- Leverage initiatives like Open Balkan and EU-backed programs for cross-border growth
Led by Business Angels of Slovenia, Adriatic Investors is building a unified investment vehicle to supercharge the region’s innovation, entrepreneurship, and job creation.
This is what Podim is all about – action, partnerships, and momentum for the future. 🌍
Albania is in. North Macedonia is in. Croatia is in. The Balkans are rising! 🙌
