n October 30, 2024, Oradea will host the highly anticipated Bright Labs Demo Day, a key event marking the culmination of the fourth edition of the
Bright Labs Incubator program, powered by Make IT in Oradea. The program provides early-stage startups with up to €50,000 in funding and grants of up to €5,000, nurturing innovation across a range of cutting-edge technology fields.
What To Expect At The Event
At Bright Labs Demo Day 2024, more than 15 startups that offer technology solutions in fields such as artificial intelligence, fintech, medtech, LLMs, XR, education, and tourism will present their innovative solutions. All of this, after they have benefited from four months of mentorship, resources, and funding to bring their ideas closer to the market.
With more than 150 participants expected, including investors, corporate partners, founders, and mentors from SEE, the event is set to be a prime networking opportunity for anyone looking to connect with the brightest minds in the region. Notable guests include Matei Psatta, founder of Blindspot, who will offer key insights as the event's Featured Guest Founder.
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Highlights of Bright Labs 2024
This year’s Bright Labs edition attracted applications from 355 founders worldwide, out of which 14 startups were selected to participate. Impressively, 9 teams relocated temporarily to Oradea to take full advantage of the program, benefiting from free accommodation, meals, and additional support. These founders immersed themselves in intensive development workshops, consulting sessions, and mentoring, delivered both online and in-person at Oradea Fortress' coworking space.
Participants were mentored by a world-class lineup of industry leaders, including:
Timmy Ghiurau (Innovation Manager at "Volvo"), Gabriel Paunescu (CEO of "Naologic"), Vasilica Bob (CPO at "123FormBuilder"), Gabriel Pana (Founder of "Traction Keys"), Radu Negulescu (Founder of "Sessions"), Alexandra Jivan (Partner at "LegalFor"), Irina Scarlat (Product Marketing & Growth Executive, Uber & Revolut Alumna), Daniel Andor (Product Design Expert), and Adrian Pica (Co-founder of "PretulMeu.ro" and former Product Manager at Bolt & Grab).
Join Us for a Glimpse Into the Future of Innovation
Come to Oradea Fortress on October 30th and be part of this dynamic ecosystem. Meet and support the founders who are not only reshaping the local landscape but also making an impact globally. This is your chance to network with top-tier entrepreneurs and investors.
Watch the 2023 edition summary here and secure your ticket via this link here.
Exclusive Access for Investors
Investors are eligible for free access courtesy of the Make IT in Oradea team. Reach out to the team via the contact information provided on their website here
About Make IT in Oradea
"Make IT in Oradea" is a non-profit organization founded at the initiative of Oradea’s Municipality and ADLO SA, in partnership with local companies Creatopy, Mobiversal, Helion, and RO et CO International, alongside national partner Orange Romania. The mission is to grow Oradea’s entrepreneurial ecosystem through:
- Developing entrepreneurial skills and strengthening the startup community
- Providing funding and tax incentives for IT companies
- Retaining and attracting talent by offering scholarships to students and integrating them into the local startup ecosystem.
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