Founders’ Weekend

Are you conducting research? Planning to commercialize your project or launch a deeptech startup? Want to attend the world-renowned TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 conference?
Then Founders’ Weekend is for you!

Founders’ Weekend is a two-day event designed for researchers and innovators who aim to turn their scientific work into a viable business or develop a deeptech startup idea.

Over the course of two days, you will:

  • Gain insights into the specifics of building deeptech startups;
  • Learn how to shape your research project into a compelling business vision;
  • Discover various funding sources and strategies for securing investment;
  • Receive expert advice from seasoned entrepreneurs and industry professionals;
  • Master the art of creating and delivering impactful investor presentations.

At the end of the event, participants will pitch their projects to a jury. The best projects will be awarded the grand prize — a free trip to San Francisco, USA, to attend TechCrunch Disrupt 2025!

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to take your project to the next level!
Apply for Founders’ Weekend now!

Dates: May 24–25
Time: 10:00–17:00
Venue: Nazarbayev University, Ballroom Right

Register via the link

Contact information:
nailya.shodorova@sitf.group

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