Ways Startup Awards: Apply By Aug 20

Great products deserve a global stage. 24Ventures is joining forces as an official media patron for WaysConf 2026 — the largest digital product, design, tech, and leadership conference in Central and Eastern Europe, taking place September 16–17 at EXPO Kraków.

Together with event organizers and Main Partner Województwo Małopolskie, we are actively scouting for innovative startups — especially from Małopolska and the broader CEE region.

While booth applications for Startup Valley closed on August 13th, the main highlight of the conference — the Ways Startup Awards PITCH competition — is entering its final application days. Our investment team will be closely evaluating all pitch applicants and watching the finalists live on stage to discover potential new additions to our portfolio.

Applications close on August 20th. Here is why your startup needs to apply for the Ways Startup Awards right now:

Ways Startup Awards: Pitch Your Tech on the CEE Stage

The Ways Startup Awards is a dedicated PITCH competition designed to spotlight high-potential startups in front of international investors, product leaders, and prospective corporate partners:

Live Pitching at EXPO Kraków: Finalists will present their products live on stage during the grand finale at WaysConf 2026.
Direct Deal Scouting by 24Ventures: Our deal team will be reviewing pitch decks and attending the presentations to evaluate prospective early-stage investments.
High-Impact Ecosystem Exposure: Get your value proposition in front of thousands of product managers, UX designers, engineers, and fellow VC funds.

Why We Are Focus-Scouting PITCH Applicants

At 24Ventures, many of our strongest portfolio conversations start at industry events. By applying to pitch at WaysConf 2026, your startup gains:

VC Deck Review: A direct opportunity to get your product vision, traction, and business model reviewed by our investment team.
Expert Market Feedback: Test your positioning against seasoned tech builders and active market investors.
Funding Opportunities: Connect with capital partners looking for scalable software and deeptech solutions

How to Apply (Deadline: August 20th)

Recruitment for the Ways Startup Awards PITCH competition officially closes on August 20th.

Don’t miss your opportunity to get your pitch deck directly in front of our investment team.

Submit your application here via the official Ways Startup Awards form and let’s talk deals in Kraków!