Bilişim Vadisi Hosted “Startup20 Workshop: Global and Regional Perspectives”
“Startup20 Workshop: Global and Regional Perspectives,” a pivotal event organized as part of the Startup20 initiative—an official sideline of the G20—was successfully held at Bilişim Vadisi. This event brought together key stakeholders including technopark officials, startup representatives, investors, legal experts, public institutions, and high-level delegates from six nations to explore new strategies and projects aimed at advancing the global startup ecosystem and furthering sustainable development goals.
The workshop commenced with an insightful opening address by Erkam Tüzgen, General Manager of Bilişim Vadisi. In his speech, Mr. Tüzgen highlighted commitment to fostering a dynamic startup environment and underscored the importance of international collaboration. He stated, “We are honored to represent Türkiye in the Startup20 forum. Our commitment to international cooperation is evident in our efforts to share knowledge, improve financial access, and support women’s and social entrepreneurship. We believe that Startup20 holds significant potential to drive global startup innovation and investment, and we invite all stakeholders to join us in maximizing this opportunity.”
The workshop featured a range of discussions on critical topics including international cooperation, responsible artificial intelligence, tokenization, innovation, and environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) considerations. Experts shared valuable insights, providing participants with a comprehensive understanding of both global and regional perspectives.
A panel discussion, moderated by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Burcu Rodopman, saw contributions from representatives of Brazil—current president of Startup20—alongside delegates from Germany, the USA, the United Arab Emirates, the Netherlands, and India. The panel explored strategies for enabling Turkish startups to expand internationally. Following the panel, several startups from Bilişim Vadisi presented their initiatives and engaged in discussions about potential collaborations across different countries.
The workshop also included interactive round table sessions where participants engaged in focused discussions on eight key topics. These sessions addressed legal and economic strategies to bolster the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Bilişim Vadisi, representing Türkiye on the Startup20 platform—a subsidiary of the G20 encompassing 19 member countries, the European Union, and the African Union—aims to elevate Türkiye’s startup ecosystem on the global stage. The event was a significant step in showcasing Türkiye’s innovation and entrepreneurship potential, with the goal of positioning Türkiye as a prime destination for startup investments.
