It’s the place to be!
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From the PODIM stage to a $7.2M Series A: Hypefy AI continues its global growth
Another success story from the PODIM community is making headlines. Hypefy AI, winner of the PODIM Pitching Competition 2024, has
Podim is for people who build, support, or want to understand innovation.
Whether you work in an ecosystem organization, a company, research, or the public sector—this is where startups, technology, and ideas come together.
Podim is for people who build, support, or want to understand innovation.
Whether you work in an ecosystem organization, a company, research, or the public sector—this is where startups, technology, and ideas come together.
It’s the place to be!
Florian Kandler
GetFunding.how, Austria
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
I’m overwhelmed by the spirit and energy, the number of people interested in innovation and over a thousand people that are into this entrepreneurial culture.
Eran Davidson
Davidson & W Technology Growth, Israel
It’s easy to connect at Podim. Amidst the growing size of other conferences, Podim retains its human scale, fostering diversity and accessibility.
Itamar Lesuisse
Argent, UK
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
Podim is always worth the trip – great atmosphere and great crowd!
Michael Schuster
Speedinvest, Austria
Conferences can be a great way to develop new ideas and gain experience, but PODIM is a level higher.
Erna Sosevic
Bizbook, Bosnia & Herzegovina
Podim is certainly THE startup event to visit in the region!
Jan Habermann
Credo Ventures, Czech Republic
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
Come to Maribor, it’s beautiful. People are friendly, food is good, great wine. You can’t go wrong coming here even if you want to walk in the beautiful park.
Michael Kerschbaumer
SFG, Austria
This is one of the best events there are in terms of making new connections.
Michał Czapracki
Scramjet, Poland
The conference itself, the speakers, especially the matchmaking in the Deal Room, it’s amazing.
Andreas Gams
EIT Manufacturing, Austria
Podim is for people who want to learn, connect, and stay ahead, including:
➔ Incubators, accelerators & tech parks
➔ Startup support organizations
➔ Policymakers & public innovation bodies
➔ Research institutions & technology transfer offices
➔ People working in companies (innovation, R&D, strategy, product)
➔ Mentors, ecosystem builders & community leaders
➔ Researchers and students
➔ Incubators, accelerators & tech parks
➔ Startup support organizations
➔ Policymakers & public innovation bodies
➔ Research institutions & technology transfer offices
➔ People working in companies (innovation, R&D, strategy, product)
➔ Mentors, ecosystem builders & community leaders
➔ Researchers and students
No pitching. No selling. No required meetings.
Just learning, listening, and real conversations.
Practical talks about:
Big ideas, real stories, and global trends shaping the future. Clear talks and discussions across technology, startups, and innovation. Curated to be useful, understandable, and relevant.
Past speakers come from organizations such as Meta, Miro, HubSpot, Outfit7, TMRW, All eyes on screens and many more.
Meet people from startups, companies, investors, research, speakers, and public institutions. Join conversations – or simply listen and observe.
And yes, you’re welcome at the Podim Party.
Join us from 11 to 13 May for a packed schedule of events, including stage programs, the Pitching Competition finals, the Podim Party, and more!
Take a journey with us through the highlights that made this year truly special.
Hit play and let the memories unfold.
Another success story from the PODIM community is making headlines. Hypefy AI, winner of the PODIM Pitching Competition 2024, has
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