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Overview of the Program
The Western Balkans Summer Investment Program (WBSIP) is a premier initiative designed to
empower tech founders from the Western Balkans with the knowledge, support, and connections
needed to scale their businesses and secure significant investment. Powered by NEST Venture
Studio in partnership with EBRD and SwissEP, the WBSIP offers a robust platform for startups to
elevate their business potential.
This summer, the WBSIP aims to educate over 50 startups and select the top 20 high-potential
startups from North Macedonia and other Western Balkan countries. These selected startups will
receive tailored mentorship and advisory to prepare for seed and early Series A funding rounds,
culminating in an exclusive presentation to investors at the MatchIn Summit in Skopje on October
4-5, 2024.
Application Process and Key Dates

• June 24: Call for applications announced online on the Vestbee platform.
• July 26: Deadline for final submission of applications.
• End of July: Review of applications and selection of the top 50 startups for the Bootcamp.
• First Week of August: Online Bootcamp begins with expert-led virtual sessions.
• Second and Third Week of August: Investor selection process to determine the top 20
  startups for personalized mentorship.
• August – September: Mentorship and expert consultation period.
• October 4: Final presentation and networking event at the MatchIn Summit in Skopje.