NETWORKING AND BUILDING CONNECTIONS
Croatia Event frequency and types
Key Conferences for Entrepreneurs and Innovators in Croatia
Croatia hosts impactful events like the Shift Conference in Zadar, focusing on technology and innovation, and Startup Grind Zagreb, a monthly hub for entrepreneurs. The Croatian-American Business Conference fosters cross-border business opportunities, while the nearby Podim Conference in Slovenia attracts regional startups and investors, emphasizing collaboration and growth.
Shift Conference
An annual event held in Zadar, Croatia, focusing on technology and innovation, bringing together startups, investors, and industry leaders.
Croatian-American Business Conference
An annual conference connecting Croatian-American business leaders, focusing on global business practices and opportunities.
Startup Grind Zagreb
A monthly event in Zagreb featuring talks and networking opportunities for entrepreneurs and investors.
Podim Conference
An annual conference in Maribor, Slovenia, focusing on startups and innovation, attracting participants from Croatia and the broader region.
Sources:
- StartupBlink. (n.d.). Top startup events in Europe. Retrieved January 21, 2025.
- Croampro. (n.d.). Annual conference. Retrieved January 21, 2025.
- The Recursive. (n.d.). Startup events in 2023 in the CEE region. Retrieved January 21, 2025.
Croatia Participant and organiser profiles
Croatia’s vibrant startup ecosystem thrives with diverse participants, including entrepreneurs in technology and fintech, investors, and industry experts. Key networks like CRANE and Fil Rouge Capital provide funding and mentorship, while events such as Startup Grind Zagreb, Zagreb Connect, and the regional Podim Conference foster innovation, collaboration, and growth opportunities.
Croatia Network engagement
Croatia’s VC ecosystem is bolstered by networks like CRANE, which has facilitated 20-30 investments annually, averaging €2 million. Credo Ventures, a regional leader, supports Croatian startups in technology and AI. Together, these networks and firms drive innovation and entrepreneurial growth in Croatia.
Croatia Event frequency and types
Croatia hosts impactful events like the Shift Conference in Zadar, focusing on technology and innovation, and Startup Grind Zagreb, a monthly hub for entrepreneurs. The Croatian-American Business Conference fosters cross-border business opportunities, while the nearby Podim Conference in Slovenia attracts regional startups and investors, emphasizing collaboration and growth.
