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every stage of the
innovation journey
Ecosystem Building
- Policy framework development
- Tech infrastructure projects design
- Sustainability model creation
- Innovation programs development
- Capacity development of BSOs
Target groups: national government bodies, innovation agencies, regional and local authorities
Fostering Innovation
- Innovation challenges
- Hackathons
- Bootcamps
- Acceleration
- Demo days
Target groups: students, start-ups, idea holders, business savvy scientists, investors
Business Development
- Evaluation process management
- Investment cycle facilitation
- Foreign market strategy creation
- Building strategic partnerships
- Access to capital
Target groups: start-ups, scale-ups, serial entrepreneurs, academia and corporates, VCs
scouted over
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innovative startups
organized more than
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various training
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Testimonials
“We are very pleased with the competition organized by InnoEnergy together with Invento Capital Partner. We think that all the teams had very high-quality products, but we are happy that the jury decided on us with such strong competition. We have been developing the product for two years now and this victory is one of the moments that confirms that we are on the right path.”
"If it weren’t for EIT Jumpstarter, I wouldn’t be sitting here with global investors, seriously discussing the concrete proof of concept and commercialization of my product. Additionally, through EIT Jumpstarter and with the help of Invento Capital Partners, which ran the second phase of the program, I learned how to write and create a business plan for the first time—a plan I now proudly present to investors. This plan also helped me secure my first funding, as it was one of the mandatory documents."
“A must-see competition for all energy-related startups who can get direct access to their clients and partners. And next to that – grand finals the national winner is just an amazing experience.”
“I joined Cassini Hackathon as a mentor, and I support the teams throughout the process. Our hackers had interesting ideas on how to use Satellite Data for maritime transport, sustainable fishing, and wildlife protection and biodiversity in the Arctic. It is inspiring to see how many people genuinely care about our planet!”
”Events like this are great because they inspire young people, and give those who have already started entrepreneurship the opportunity to go a step further, raise capital for the first and second phase of their project development and network with the ecosystem in Croatia and abroad and gain the necessary knowledge and contacts for further progress.”
"I am very happy and proud to have been declared the regional winner of this competition, especially considering the very tough competition that also presented interesting and innovative projects."
”The winner of the PowerUp competition, AMPnet, is a team that has a scalable product. So far, they have shown that they have certain shifts in the market, have contacts with a potential buyer, and have managed to attract investors. This means that they only need an additional incentive to reach the stage where they can expand to the whole EU, and hopefully ultimately to the USA as well.”
"CASSINI Hackathon is a unique opportunity to look at the current global challenges from space and find future business opportunities in them. The winning WeeSea team offered an innovative solution that uses all elements of space infrastructure as the basis for new digitalization: earth observation, satellite navigation and satellite communication. We believe that this Hackathon has built new partnerships and raised awareness of the challenges of climate change."
"When we applied to the EIT Jumpstarter, we had a vision but not a clear business model. The program helped us shape our strategy, connect with mentors, and understand how the market works. Through it, we gained valuable contacts and knowledge that accelerated our development.Winning the final was a turning point — it gave us financial support and confirmed that we were on the right path. Today, we are Total PV, a registered company with clear goals, and without the Jumpstarter, reaching this point would have taken much longer.If you’re considering applying, I highly recommend it. The program can open doors and provide the kind of support that truly makes a difference."
“Great experience and very pleasant atmosphere. I would like to commend the top organization and professional mentoring who helped us significantly in the realization of the project. I left the hackathon with a bunch of new knowledge and skills. Sincere recommendations to all young innovators!”
”Before this Hackathon, I didn't even know what a Hackathon is - and that's why I'm glad I applied! Hackathon gave me a really extraordinary overview of how a business project is actually and practically done. It was fun to get a challenge and a tool (satellites), and then we made a real solution. The atmosphere was pleasant and the people even more so. The mentors who gave us advice all the time are extremely skilled and capable people to whom I am grateful for everything they taught me, and winning first place in Croatia as a team only encouraged us to be persistent!”
“Perhaps the greatest value of the hackathon is the positive and creative atmosphere that usually surrounds the world related to EUSpace and Copernicus, which the teams could feel in encouraging creative work. It was important for me as a mentor to share all the positive experiences, examples of good practice and emphasize the importance of meeting other people who share a passion in the field of space, which created an event where we all have room for further exchange of ideas in future similar events.“
”The participants were really eager to work and listen to advice - almost everyone I spoke to even briefly was grateful and said they had learned a lot and received really useful instructions, which is the point of this and it fulfills me. Also, despite the fact that I could not join in person and was only available online, I felt very welcome and this goes to the Invento team and other mentors who did a good job!”
"Invento Capital Partners helped us connect with an experienced mentor, whom we selected from their extensive networking base. Through a series of lectures and workshops, they provided valuable insights into how the start-up ecosystem truly operates.
During the acceleration process, Invento supported us in developing a more effective marketing strategy and offered clear guidance for our next steps. The NitKo team’s victory at the Demo Day significantly boosted our confidence and morale.
Invento also encouraged us to apply for specific funding opportunities, which ultimately led us to secure our first seed capital. This funding allowed us to acquire new equipment and cover partial salary expenses, compensating for the time invested in developing our idea and product.
We believe that Invento played a crucial role in strengthening our team, fostering collaborations with other investors and professionals in intellectual property, business, and marketing."
"Participation in the Invento Capital Partners Accelerator, funded through HAMAG-BICRO, was a true turning point for eDNAture. The program helped us refine our vision and market offer, stress-test our go-to-market strategy, and translate deep-tech research and development into a clear commercial plan.The mentors provided hands-on guidance in financial modelling, IP strategy, and investor readiness, while the workshops challenged us to turn assumptions into measurable milestones. Most importantly, the network we built — mentors, peers, and potential partners — accelerated introductions for pilots and collaborations that would have been difficult to achieve at this pace.We’re completing the program with a clearer message, a stronger economic vision, and a confident path to scaling. We highly recommend the accelerator to science-based teams developing market-ready products in Croatia and beyond."
"This competition was a great and important experience for me and my team. It gave us the opportunity to present and test our solutions, but it also opened up new opportunities for learning and generating new business ideas. We also made many contacts that opened some new doors for us in our business today."
“Through bootcamp and the entire competition, we learned how to best present ourselves on the market. This victory is a big step forward for us because it will allow us to present ourselves on the world stage. We expect that the finals in Prague will open many new doors for us to investments and new clients.”
"Joining the Accelerator program was an invaluable experience. I joined with the goal of learning from mentors and connecting with people who share a similar vision for creating impact in whichever area they work in and that’s exactly what happened. The mentorship, networking opportunities, and support from the program have truly added value to both me and my project. Receiving funding was also a great bonus that allowed me to bring my ideas closer to reality. Overall, I’m really grateful to have been part of it and hope to participate in future projects as well as to keep in touch with my colleagues from the program."
“We are very proud to have been involved in the Cassini Hackathon project. It brings together a large part of what we as BIRD Incubator want to encourage in Croatia, and includes young, promising and ambitious STEM students and those who have just found themselves in the labor market eager to create new innovative businesses. We saw really great ideas and young people ready to tackle global challenges and use the available technology and data to create solutions"
”We entered this competition to sharpen our presentation skills in collaboration with quality mentors. After winning first place I can only say thank you to all the mentors who have prepared us well the last two days. The other Startups were great too and I wish them a lot of success in the future.”
