The Global StartupCities initiative has been bringing together startups, investors, and corporates across Europe since 2018. We strive to expand opportunities for development and challenge limits that may be perceived as barriers. The annual Global StartupCities Summit, also known as the Unique Summit, is where people meet and collaborate to turn their visions into reality.
The goal of the Unique Summit is to create an unparalleled platform where the worlds of startups, investors, and policymakers converge to catalyze innovation, drive economic growth, and shape the future.
This is a lively gathering that brings together people from all over the world, encouraging teamwork and cooperation among a variety of individuals and organizations. The Unique Summit is not just an event; it's a transformative experience that sparks fresh ideas, sparks partnerships, and empowers participants to take an active role in shaping the trajectory of innovation and entrepreneurship.
It's about celebrating the uniqueness of each city while collectively contributing to a global movement of progress and change.
This year, the Unique Summit sets its stage in Ostrava (Czech Republic), a city pulsating with untapped potential and boundless energy. Imagine a gathering of brilliant minds coming together – startups, investors, and policymakers – all under one roof, united by the shared vision of shaping a better future. Ostrava, with its industrial charm and progressive spirit, becomes the backdrop for the most exciting event of the year. The Unique Summit 2023 in Ostrava promises to be a source of inspiration, collaboration, and endless possibilities. Join us as we unleash the next wave of breakthroughs and pave the way for an extraordinary tomorrow!
Cities that are part of the Global StartupCities platform and will be sending their representatives to the Unique Summit Ostrava.
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DOWNLOADWednesday | 22. 11. 2023
10:00 - 14:00 | Hyundai Factory Visit
16:30 - 18:30 | VŠB -TUO Visit (Smart Factory, IT4I)
17:00 - 18:30 | Faculty of Medicine SIMLEK
17:00 - 18:30 | Tour de Ostravy (by iconic Doubledecker)
17:00 - 18:30 | Reception Ceremony for Partner Cities (Town hall)
18:30 - 22:00 | DOV Brick House: Welcome party
Thursday | 23. 11. 2023
UNIQUE STAGE
9:00 - 9:30 | Welcome to Unique Summit Ostrava 2023
9:30 - 10:00 | MEET 10 TOP Startups
10:00 - 13:00 | KEYNOTE: Miroslav Gašpárek
10:30 - 11:00 | Coffee Break
11:00 - 12:00 | Funding Horizons: Scaleup financing
12:00 - 13:00 | Cooperation between corporates and startups
13:00 - 14:00 | Lunch Break
14:00 - 15:00 | Cross-border investments -opportunities and challenges for investors and startups/scaleups
15:00 - 16:30 | CEE Startup Voucher Finals
16:30 - 17:00 | Coffee Break
17:00 - 18:00 | How to support women startups and investors
18:00 - 19:00 | Future Mobility
19:00 - 21:00 | Networking dinner
21:00 - 23:00 | Drink, beer & wine party
TALENT STAGE
11:00 - 13:00 | Innovation ecosystem
13:00 - 14:00 | Lunch Break
14:00 - 15:00 | Talent Attraction Management - The practices and approaches of cities how to attract and retain talents
16:30 - 17:00 | Coffee Break
17:00 - 19:00 | Workshop for universities
19:00 - 21:00 | Networking dinner
21:00 - 23:00 | Drink, beer & wine party
FUTURE STAGE
11:00 - 12:00 | "Time to Invest into the Gaming and the Eco stuff" said state organization
12:00 - 13:00 | Funding opportunities for Czech startups
13:00 - 14:00 | Lunch Break
14:00 - 15:00 | Using supercomputers and AI for startups - Czech experience
16:30 - 17:00 | Coffee Break
17:00 - 19:00 | Award ceremony: Adapterra award
19:00 - 21:00 | Networking dinner
21:00 - 23:00 | Drink, beer & wine party
Startup and Cities Fair
9:00 - 19:00 | Startup and Cities Fair
Friday | 24. 11. 2023
UNIQUE STAGE
9:00 - 9:30 | Keynote Speech: Ola Bergstörm
9:30 - 10:00 | Keynote Speech: Cornel Amairei
10:30 - 11:00 | Coffee Break
11:00 - 11:30 | Presentation of 5 young enterpreneurs from the region
11:00 - 12:00 | Announcement of the best startup according to the participants
12:00 - 12:15 | Revealing the Host City for Unique Summit 2024
12:15 - 12:30 | Closing Speeches
12:30 - 13:30 | Lunch Break
TALENT STAGE
9:00 - 9:45 | Panel Discussion: Future of the Medical Industry: Opportunities and Investments
9:45 - 10:30 | Panel Discussion: Gaming Industry: Its prospects and opportunities for the other industries
10:30 - 11:00 | Coffee Break
11:00 - 11:30 | Workshop: Termsheet: how to get a great investment deal
12:30 - 13:30 | Lunch Break
Startup and Cities Fair
9:00 - 13:00 | Startup and Cities Fair
10:00 - 17:00 | JobSpin: Job & Relocation Fair
14:00 - 17:00 | Tour de Ostravy (by iconic Doubledecker)
Get ready to experience the extraordinary – The Unique Summit: Your next big breakthrough begins here.
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At the CEE Startup Voucher finals, we'll showcase the top 10 startups out of the 94 initial contenders. Among these exceptional innovators, only 3 will emerge as winners, receiving coveted prizes. Additionally, 3 deserving startups will receive thematic vouchers from CEE Startup Network's corporate partners. The rest of the contenders will be offered aftercare services from MSIC, INOVIA and other affiliated partners.
Ostrava has a strong reputation for its tradition in business and industry, creative, research, academic and innovative competence, attractive jobs, space for talent and entrepreneurship.
Let's explore Ostrava!!!
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Become SponsorLucie Kajnarová
lucie.kajnarova@ostrava.cz
+420 603 544 462
PRESS CONFERENCE
NOVEMBER, 23rd, 8:30 AM
Faculty of Art, City Campus Ostrava
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