“Our participation at Czech Startup Week in New York confirmed that Czech startups have the potential to break through on the American market. Thanks to the support of the local ecosystem – from mentoring at SOSA to direct contact with investors in the heart of Manhattan – they get a real opportunity to grow. I’m proud that we can present Czech innovations where the future of technology is being decided ,” says Jiří Maňák, Director of the CzechInvest foreign office in New York. Director of East Coast Operations, CzechInvest.
The American market has opened its doors to Czech startups
This year’s Czech Startup Week New York, which took place from 2. to 6. June, was attended by representatives of Czech companies, ClaimPartner, PalmApp, Elredo, Principia, Lightly Technologies, Yedem and Tonagena. Most of these companies are part of CzechInvest’s startup programs, which has been helping Czech startups since 2011.
Throughout the week, Czech startups attended an intensive program focused on entering the US market, validating products and networking with local experts, mentors and investors. The culmination of the bootcamp was a final pitch in front of an expert jury at the Czech National Building in Manhattan.
International pitching night brought Czech innovations directly in front of investors
The programme also included an international pitching night, which CzechInvest co-organised together with representatives of 15 other European countries. In addition to the networking opportunity for all participants, the startups Lightly Technologies and Yedem were given the opportunity to present their innovative solutions to American investors and establish contacts with the global startup community.
Participation in Czech Startup Week 2025 is part of CzechInvest’s long-term strategy to support Czech startups and strengthen their competitiveness on global markets. Thanks to partnerships with local accelerators and participation in prestigious events such as New York Tech Week, new opportunities for growth and expansion are opening up for Czech startups.
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