10:00 am
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10:25 am
Opening Remarks & Keynote: Where Is the Global Startup Ecosystem Headed?
An introduction to the event’s goals, along with a broad overview of the innovation bridges connecting the CEE and ASEAN regions.
Connecting CEE startups with global investors
About Investors Day
Are you ready to scale your startup globally and secure your next round of funding? Join us at the INVESTORS DAY 2026: CEE-ASEAN BRIDGE!
This exclusive, hybrid event connects the most promising seed and growth-stage startups from Hungary and the CEE region directly with top-tier investors and market experts from the CEE and ASEAN ecosystems.
Whether you are looking to raise capital, expand into the booming Southeast Asian market, or master the art of the perfect pitch, this event is designed to give you actionable insights and real business connections.
Program
Planned Agenda & Topics
(Speaker announcements coming soon. We reserve the right to make changes to the program.)
10:25 am
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11:25 am
Session I: Spotlight on the Southeast Asian (ASEAN) Market
How can startups break into one of the fastest-growing markets in the world? Our international experts will explore the opportunities available to high-tech startups and what Asian investors are really looking for.
Topics: Virtual overview of market trends, cultural and business challenges, and the mindset of Asian investors.
11:25 am
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11:40 am
Break
11:40 am
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12:55 pm
Session II: Investor-Ready – Strategy and Scaling in the CEE Region
A deep dive into successful fundraising through interactive panel discussions. Venture capital professionals and legal experts will share what makes a startup truly “investment-ready” in 2026.
Topics: Preparing for investor negotiations, raising "smart money" in a remote environment, and regional expansion strategies.
12:55 pm
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1:25 pm
Break
1:25 pm
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3:55 pm
Hybrid Pitch Session & Investor Panel: Show the World What You’ve Built
The highlight of the day: five selected startups will have the opportunity to present a 5-minute pitch, either online or live from the studio, to an investor jury watching from across the region.
Topics: Investor Roundtable: Direct feedback on what investors are actually evaluating during a pitch. Interactive Element: Live online audience voting for the best pitch.
3:55 pm
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4:55 pm
Awards, Special Prizes & Networking
Recognition of the top pitches, including the announcement of a special technology award for the most outstanding cloud-based solution.
Speakers
Coming Soon
Stay tuned for exciting speaker announcements!
Pitch Session
Conquer the Asian Market: Apply for the INVESTORS DAY 2026 CEE-ASEAN BRIDGE Pitch Session!
Are you ready to level up and, following your domestic success, showcase your true potential on the international stage – particularly in the dynamically growing Asian region?
At the INVESTORS DAY 2026 CEE-ASEAN BRIDGE event, you now have the opportunity to present alongside the region's most promising scale-ups in front of an audience of international experts and investors!
We are looking for you if your startup (scale-up):
- Is based in CEE: Operating in Hungary, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Austria, Poland, or the Czech Republic.
- Is already proven: You are past the initial phase and have a working product or service validated on your domestic market.
- Has a global vision: You have a clear intention to enter international markets, with a special focus on the Asian (ASEAN) region.
Why should you apply?
- Convenient and efficient: The pitch session takes place in an online format, so distance is not an obstacle – you can connect with investors on the other side of the world right from your own office!
- International visibility: If you are selected among the best, you will get the chance to present to venture capitalists and business angels with an Asian and regional focus.
- Valuable feedback: You will receive real-time, professional feedback (Q&A) on your pitch from experts in international markets and scaling.
- The Special Prize: During the pitch session, the "Cloudflare for Startups" award will also be given out, specifically dedicated to the team providing the best cloud-based solution!
Apply now and get the chance to be the one pitching online in front of an international circle of investors! Show them that your solution is the next big thing on the global market!
Apply for Pitch Session
Registration
Register for INVESTORS DAY 2026
Join us at this exclusive hybrid event connecting CEE startups with global investors!