This is one of the best events there are in terms of making new connections.
Podim brings together fast-growing startups, established companies, and innovation leaders.
Build meaningful partnerships, learn from unicorns and global companies, and turn innovation into real business impact.
Podim brings together fast-growing startups, established companies, and innovation leaders.
Build meaningful partnerships, learn from unicorns and global companies, and turn innovation into real business impact.
Partner with startups as they grow, scale, and enter new markets.
Meet founders looking for trusted collaborators — from hiring and marketing to legal, finance, and technology.
Discover startup solutions, explore partnerships, and benchmark with unicorns and global companies shaping the future of business.
This is one of the best events there are in terms of making new connections.
Michał Czapracki
Scramjet, Poland
If you are an early-stage investor looking for startups from Eastern Europe, this would be a place to come evaluate companies.
Steve MacDonald
MacDonald Ventures, USA
What impressed me the most was the focus on actionable learning and networking. Podim offered a well-curated program designed to maximize our time and provide meaningful insights. The engaging keynote speeches, panel discussions, and interactive workshops left me inspired and motivated to take my own endeavors to the next level.
Una Sabljaković
Prostruktion, Bosnia & Herzegovina
The core values of Podim empower us to shape the future we envision.
Matej Rus
Podim, Slovenia
Multiple nationalities, multiple different sectors, industries, viewpoints on different topics and just generally a great place to meet new people.
Jon Goriup
Anteja Africa, Slovenia
Podim is always worth the trip – great atmosphere and great crowd!
Michael Schuster
Speedinvest, Austria
Podim is always changing and evolving; that’s why I keep coming back.
Islam Mušić
dataGRAD, Slovenia
I had an absolute blast connecting with new people and attending the talks were beyond amazing, delivering incredibly valuable insights. I am already counting down the days until next year.
Eva Maganja
Designproof, Slovenia
I would recommend everybody to come to Podim because it’s a great ecosystem, a great network near to your and our home as well. For all the Austrians out there and all the rest of the region, join the meeting next time.
Sebastian Jagsch
AVL List, Austria
It’s beautiful. It’s so green here, it’s hilly. It’s gorgeous. I want to come back and see the countryside.
Steve MacDonald
MacDonald Ventures, USA
An impressive gathering of founders from the region!
Alex Iskold
Techstars, USA
Conferences can be a great way to develop new ideas and gain experience, but PODIM is a level higher.
Erna Sosevic
Bizbook, Bosnia & Herzegovina
Meet founders early — when partnerships are forming and long-term collaborators are still being selected.
Gain practical insights from unicorns, scaleups, and global companies on how innovation, growth, and collaboration really work.
From partnerships and pilots to long-term collaboration — Podim is built for outcomes, not just inspiration.
Being at Podim signals credibility, openness to collaboration, and commitment to innovation — to startups, partners, and peers.
Startup & Scaleup Catalogue launch: April 24, 2026
Demo Day: May 5, 2026
Podim Live: May 11–13, 2026
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Meet startups, partners, and leaders shaping the future.
Maribor, May 13, 2026 – Last night’s final event of the Podim Pitching Competition, traditionally held as part of Podim,
Eight hands-on sessions. Real tools, real frameworks, real opportunities. From humanoid robotics and space tech to defence startups, digital currencies,
Founders. Operators. Builders. Decision-makers. People behind products used by millions – live in Maribor, May 11–13. Not just another conference
Each year, Podim brings together a carefully curated selection of startups that reflect where innovation is heading next. The 2026
