WBSIP 2024: Program Objectives andWhat to Expect

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Program Objectives
The WB Summer Investment Program (WBSIP) has several key objectives aimed at enhancing the
growth and success of startups from the Western Balkans:

  • Enhance Investment Readiness: Equip startups with the essential knowledge and tools to
    effectively communicate their value proposition to investors and initiate their fundraising
    efforts for Seed and early Series A rounds.
  • Expand Regional Collaboration: Foster connections between startups and the broader
    region through partnerships with 12 early-stage programs in the Western Balkans.
  • Enable Direct Mentorship: Provide personalized guidance from industry experts to refine
    business models, financial projections, and investment pitch decks.
  • Development of Key Documents: Assist startups in preparing essential documents for
    fundraising, including investor pitch decks.
  • Connect to Market Opportunities: Facilitate access to preselected corporate clients and
    partners willing to validate and procure solutions from startups in the program.
  • Facilitate Investor Engagement: Introduce startups to a network of investors actively
    investing in CEE through structured voting and feedback mechanisms.
  • Support from EBRD and SwissEP: Assist companies in applying for support from EBRD
    Star Venture Programs and SwissEP Experts, maximizing the expert pool and consultants
    from each program.
  • Increase Visibility: Enhance the visibility of startups through media exposure, podcasts,
    tech portals, and participation in conferences and pitching events such as Podim, Digitalk,
    How2Web, and Splet.

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