Investment and Finance Office participated in The Next Web (TNW) Conference in Amsterdam, one of Europe's leading technology and entrepreneurship events. Recognized as the largest tech conference in the Benelux region, TNW brought together global entrepreneurs, investors, and ecosystem leaders.
Under the leadership of Investment and Finance Office, nine Turkish startups from diverse sectors showcased their innovative solutions to a global audience. The strong presence of these startups garnered significant attention from international stakeholders.
Prior to the main event, Investment and Finance Office hosted an exclusive side event in collaboration with Corendon, offering a dynamic platform for Turkish startups and Dutch investors to connect and explore potential collaborations.
"Türkiye's entrepreneurial landscape is flourishing, and our startups are developing technologies with a truly global impact," said Turkish Consul General in Amsterdam Mahmut Burak Ersoy. He highlighted the country's growing pool of tech-savvy talent and its increasing competitiveness on the global stage.
During the conference, Investment and Finance Office Vice President Bekir Polat addressed participants, emphasizing the momentum of Türkiye's entrepreneurial ecosystem:
“We brought nine high-potential Turkish startups to Amsterdam. Three of them made it to the finals of the startup competition, selected as part of the top 10 to pitch on the main stage."
Polat also noted that Türkiye's entrepreneurial ecosystem has attracted nearly USD 5 billion in investments over the past four years, underlining the importance of international platforms like TNW in showcasing Türkiye's innovation potential on the global stage.
Turkish Consul General in Amsterdam Mahmut Burak Ersoy also visited the main exhibition area to engage with Turkish startups and learn more about their work. He shared valuable insights into business opportunities and expansion strategies within the Dutch and wider European markets.
Among the 10 startups selected for the finals were three Turkish startups operating in the media, technology, and mobility sectors. Throughout the conference, global participants showcased cutting-edge products and services across key areas such as sustainability, AI, renewable energy, innovation, and digital transformation.