11 September 15:45Bálna

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Budapest as the Official Host City

We are gathering the brightest minds, boldest startups, and most inspiring ecosystem builders from across Central Europe in Budapest, Hungary.

This edition’s regional finale marks a new chapter for GSA, celebrating innovation and entrepreneurship in the vibrant Central European startup scene.

Part of CONNEXIONS - CEE Deeptech Summit 2025

We’re proud to announce that this edition’s Central Europe Regional Finale of the Global Startup Awards will take place as part of the CONNEXIONS - CEE Deeptech Summit 2025.

Regional Awards Ceremony Program

15:45

Opening Performance

Gabor Teleki cello playing, welcoming guests.

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15:50

Introduction

MC welcomes everyone.

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15:52

Keynote: Attila Sandor (MeOut Group and XO Group)

An introduction to MeOut Group, emphasising its role in advancing innovation and education on three continents for more than 15 years.

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16:00

Keynote: Kim Balle (GSA and XO Group)


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16:08

Keynote: Krasimir Kolev (GSA Hero)

Exclusive GSA Heroes feature.

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16:14

Awards Ceremony - Part 1

First part of the awards ceremony.

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16:41

Panel Discussion

Details coming soon...

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16:53

Awards Ceremony - Part 2

Remaining awards categories.

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17:11

Closing

Exclusive GSA Speaker Announcement

Krasimir Kolev
Co-founder and Managing Partner, TokWise

Krasimir Kolev is the Co-founder and Managing Partner at TokWise, with over 15 years of experience in leading global business transformation and process optimisation projects. He believes that in today’s rapidly evolving energy sector, companies can only stay competitive by adapting their business models with a focus on digitisation. TokWise enables this transition through innovative technology, deep industry expertise, and agile implementation.

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