Cloud Factory

Our friends from Microsoft have launched an entrepreneur orientated opportunity — Cloud Factory. On 25th of February, all you have to bring with you is your inspiration. If you believe you have a cool business idea or if you consider yourself to be on your way to becoming a dedicated entrepreneur, then maybe this is your opportunity to show it off. Microsoft Romania is organizing an open discussion on cloud business solutions which the market shows interest in. What’s it all about: a full day dedicated to brainstorming on applications … Continue reading →

Startup Weekend Cluj

On 17-19 February, Cluj-Napoca will be the capital for tech and entrepreneurship with the Startup Weekend project. An initiative extremely appreciated by investors, entrepreneurs and businessmen as well, organizing such a colorful and busy weekend in Cluj is a wonderful initiative.Startup Weekend is an intense event of 54 hours, from Friday evening to Sunday evening. The purpose of is to develop web and mobile applications, by established teams from programmers, designers and businessmen on the ideas brought forth by participants. Such applications could lay the foundation for a successful business. The event … Continue reading →

StartUp your Idea

Our friends at GRASP – http://www.mygrasp.org/ – have started an interesting project which we consider to be extremely valuable: StartUp your Idea. If you just have a small clue of what your business should be structured and which your target audience should be, then the bootcamp organized by MyGrasp is the key. With mentors such Peter Barta, dedicated to bringing some business structure for your startup,we are sure the success of the camp is guaranteed. For additional info and to embark on the project, click here. Good luck!

Summify acquired by Twitter

“You’ve probably noticed we’ve been quiet lately. Well, we’re extremely excited to announce that Summify has been acquired by Twitter! I know, right? We can hardly believe it ourselves!” And that is how the story begins. For some time now, people have been asking me what is that announcement that pops up on my Twitter and Facebook account, selecting the most tweeted and shared news and sending it out to the world. Well, it’s Summify! And yes, behind Summify is a team of talented Romanian entrepreneurs – Mircea Pasoi being one … Continue reading →

VentureConnect partenering with Zelist

There is an impressive amount of tools to use when trying to monitor your company’s presence on blogs, Twitter, Facebook or any other digital channel. Of course, most of the times, one loses the battle of choice and starts struggling on one’s own to manage a brand’s digital presence. We have chosen wisely – ZELIST: – Zelist was one of the most promising projects present in the first pitching session of VentureConnect, way back in 2010 – Zelist helps you monitor your brand’s presence, your completion and also see the … Continue reading →

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    Entrepreneurs with ongoing businesses and developing projects in the IT/Internet/Technology areas who are in search of more than EUR 250,000 for expansion capital.

    Together with GECAD Group, we are launching a new funding opportunity for startups in the fields of software, web, technology and ecommerce. The seed investment grated through VentureConnect starts with EUR 50.000 for each session.

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  • Application Process

    Close to Cluj? Select VentureConnect Cluj button on the homepage. Send your application form by October 2nd. VentureConnect Cluj is organized on 12th of October. Attendance is free of charge.

    Close to Timisoara? Select VentureConnect Timisoara button on the homepage. Send your application form by October 7th. VentureConnect Timisoara is organized on 19th of October. Attendance is free of charge.

    Interested in coming to Bucharest directly? Select VentureConnect Bucharest button on the homepage. Send your application form by November 15th.

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  • Testimonials

    Călin Ştefanescu, CEO TJobs, advises Romanian entrepreneurs: The first event held in June 2010 was an excellent initiative, with well selected entrepreneurs offering a balanced choice of local and international potential.

    Stefan Cordier, from Lime&Tonic believes: "I was thoroughly impressed with the organization of the event, the caliber of investors present, and the great ventures presented by the entrepreneurs. We had lots of follow-up meetings with investors & left with very positive feelings that we will close additional investment. Well worth the trip.

  • Eligibility Rules

    This autumn, VentureConnect announces two local meetings: in Cluj-Napoca on 12th of October and in Timisoara on 19th of October. The two VentureConnect local editions are a selection for the final competition in Bucharest, on 23rd November.

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  • Venture Connect is an initiative of: Biris Goran