Build. Validate. Grow.

Got an idea? Come test it and put it on the path to success.

All you need is one weekend to start turning your business idea into reality.
In just two days, you’ll test your idea, build a business model, present it to experts, and expand your network.

We’re not looking for perfect ideas, we’re looking for driven people with potential.

🟢 Apply now — limited spots available!
📅 Application deadline: 15 September, 2025

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What can you expect?

✅ Intensive work on developing your business idea
✅ Support from experienced startup mentors
✅ Networking with other participants and experts
✅ Opportunity to pitch your idea to a panel of judges
✅ Great food, good company, and an unforgettable atmosphere

Who is the event for?

The Startup Weekend is for you if you are:

• An individual with an innovative product or service idea,

• A team member looking to validate and develop your concept,

• A designer, developer, or business-minded person eager to contribute,

• A student or researcher wanting to bring your idea to life (priority will be given to these profiles).

What do you gain by joining?

• Learn how to test your idea and pitch it clearly and confidently.
• Get direct feedback and guidance for further development.

• Create a business model with the help of mentors.

• Connect with other creative individuals and potential co-founders.

• You might even earn the chance to pitch to investors at Demo Day on 21 October.

Program

Friday, 26 September

15:45 – 16:00 | Registration
16:00 – 16:15 | Welcome and intro
16:15 – 16:45 | Participant and idea introductions
16:45 – 17:15 | Networking and team formation
17:15 – 18:00 | Business Model Canvas
18:00 – 18:30 | Dinner
18:30 – 22:00 | Mentored work session on idea development

Saturday, 27 September

09:00 – 09:30 | Arrival and coffee
09:30 – 10:00 | Workshop: How to effectively pitch your idea
10:00 – 13:00 | Mentored work: refining the model and presentation
13:00 – 13:45 | Lunch
13:45 – 15:00 | Pitch preparation with expert mentors
15:00 – 17:00 | Pitches to the expert jury (5-minute presentations)
17:00 – 19:00 | Networking and Aperol Spritz
19:00 – 00:00 | Maribor by night — relaxed networking around the city

Location

Tovarna podjemov (Venture Factory),
ul. škofa Maksimilijana Držečnika 6, 1st floor, Maribor

How to apply?

📅 Application deadline: Monday, 15 September, 2025
🎯 Only 5–10 ideas will be selected, with a maximum of 30 participants

🎓 Priority will be given to highly motivated students and researchers.
So make sure your application stands out — impress us with your idea and energy!

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Mentors

Each team will be matched with a mentor for the entire weekend to guide and support idea development. Mentors come from the world of startups, investment, product development, and tech.

JOIN A WEEKEND THAT COULD CHANGE THE TRAJECTORY OF YOUR BUSINESS IDEA FOREVER.

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