Techstars Startup Weekend, AI Edition

Chisinau, Orange kITchen, Calea Ieșilor str., 8
April 19, 5:30 PM - April 21, 5:00 PM GMT+3

Innovation and inspiration took center stage at the Techstars Startup Weekend – AI Edition, held from April 19-21 at Orange Kitchen. We were privileged to have Alexandru Agatinei, CEO of How To Web, as our moderator throughout the exhilarating weekend!

This weekend, the strong passion and energy of entrepreneurship came together at the Techstars Startup Weekend, AI Edition. It was a 54-hour innovation marathon where groundbreaking visions were transformed into tangible realities!

The event was made possible through the collaboration between Startup Moldova and Sigmoid, supported by Orange Systems as the General Partner, with the support of the Future Technology Activities Project, funded by USAID, Sweden, and the United Kingdom, Innovate Moldova, and Western NIS Enterprise Fund.The outcomes are a testament to our pride, with over 50 participants forming 9 innovative teams. The winners of this weekend are:1st Place: Argus ai – An AI solution that is revolutionizing the medical field by empowering doctors to save numerous lives.

2nd Place: Spark Team – An intelligent application that delivers significant time and cost savings to its users.

3rd Place: hOOffer – A freelancing platform transforming the way repair and cleaning services are delivered to your doorstep.Congratulations to all participants! Your innovative and determined ideas are opening new doors in AI technology.

We look forward to seeing how your projects develop and make an impact!

Facilitator

Alexandru Agatinei

CEO How to Web

Organisers


Organiser contact details

Agenda

  • Day 1
  • Day 2
  • Day 3
Day 1

5:30 PM – 6:00 PM Arrival of participants, Network

Arrive at the venue, to Orange kITchen and get checked in for the Startup Weekend. Get to know the place, the people.

6:00 PM – 6:30 PM Introduction

Welcome speech from the organizers. Special guest speech.

6:30 PM – 7:30 PM Participants ideas presentation, Voting & Teams Formation

If you already have an idea that you want to work on during these 54 hours, now is the time to pitch it. Participants will vote on the ideas they liked the most, the ones they would like to join and work on together.

7:30 PM – 8:00 PM Training – Business Model Canva

8:00 PM – … Start working as a team

Day 2

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Welcome Coffee & Networking

9:00 AM – 9:30 AM Review of agenda, day 2

Review the day’s agenda and what teams should be focused on. Teams formed to get their spaces set up and begin to work.

9:30 AM – 10:30 AM Workshop on AI Tools and machine learning

10:30 PM – 1:00 PM Teamwork, mentoring

Mentors visit each team and review their business model, providing feedback and recommendations.

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Lunch, networking

2:00 PM – 6:00 PM Teamwork, mentoring

Teams work guided by their mentor, using their knowledge and experience to achieve their common goal and achieve results.

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Dinner, networking

7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Teamwork

Day 3

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Welcome Coffee & Networking

9:00 AM – 9:30 AM Review of agenda, day 3

Review the day’s agenda, judging criteria, and the tech check.

9:30 AM – 10:00 AM Workshop on How to pitch

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Teamwork, mentoring

12:00 AM – 1:00 PM Lunch, network

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Teamwork, mentoring

The last few hours should focus on perfecting the presentation, and technical check for final presentations.

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM FINAL PITCHES

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Announcement of results

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An experienced project manager in both public and private sectors, with focus on attracting and managing aid and investment. Serghei established strategic partnerships with international donors, raising significant funds (e.g., €7 million for energy efficiency initiatives). Provided strategic consultancy to over 50 public bodies and private companies, leading to improved operational efficiencies. Managed cross-border cooperation projects, coordinating with multiple partners from different countries. Communication language: ENG, RO