EUREKA IIEC CROATIA 2024
Innovate, Inspire, Ignite: Shaping the Future at Eureka IIEC Croatia 2024
October 29, 2024 | Filipa Vukasovića 1 Street, Zagreb
Eureka IIEC Croatia 2024 is a prestigious national-level entrepreneurship competition held in Zagreb, supported by the local government, universities, and global innovation organizations. Co-hosted by the Zagreb School of Economics and Management (ZSEM), Croatia's leading business school, the event serves as a dynamic platform that brings together entrepreneurs, scientists, innovators, investors, and policymakers from around the world.
Featuring 17 projects, with an average of at least 2 projects per vertical, the competition aims to enrich Croatia's technology innovation ecosystem by showcasing diverse and cutting-edge ideas.
Event Review
Acknowledgments
We extend heartfelt thanks to the esteemed guests and supporters who played a vital role in making this event a success, including:
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Ministry of Economy, Croatia Marko Erdeljac, Head of Investment Promotion Services
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Zagreb School of Economics and Management Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović, Former President of Croatia, Special Advisor to the Dean, Independent Member of the International Olympic Committee
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Embassy of the People's Republic of China H.E. Ambassador Qi Qianjin
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Embassy of the People's Republic of China Du Heting, Science and Technology Counselor
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Embassy of the People's Republic of China Xu Zhiquan, First Secretary for Education
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Embassy of the French Republic Sylvain Géranton, Head of the Economic Department
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Embassy of the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria H.E. Ambassador Nakhla Kechacha
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Embassy of Australia Anna Robens, Deputy Head of Mission and Consul
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Embassy of Australia Dijana Grahovac, Consular and Public Diplomacy Officer
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Embassy of Australia Dijana Padezanin, Political and Economic Research Officer
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Croatian Chamber of Commerce Antun Trojnar, Vice President of the Croatian Chamber of Commerce, President of the Zagreb Chamber of Commerce
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Zagreb School of Economics and Management Mato Njavro, Dean
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Zagreb School of Economics and Management Đuro Njavro, President of the Board
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Zagreb School of Economics and Management Zoran Barac, General Manager
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Advisory Board, Zagreb School of Economics and Management Ivan Artuković, CEO of Franck
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Advisory Board, Zagreb School of Economics and Management John Gasparac, Partner at PwC Croatia, Country Managing Partner, Regional Audit Leader
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Advisory Board, Zagreb School of Economics and Management Marko Nožica, CEO of Aretis
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Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Computing, and Information Technology (FERIT) Tomislav Matić, Dean
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Faculty of Textile Technology Anica Hursa Šajatović, Dean
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Podravka Nataša Mikuš Žigman, Director of Business Sustainability and Green Transformation
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Zagreb University of Applied Sciences Lidija Tepeš Golubić, Vice Dean
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China-Central Europe Business Association (CSEBA) Connie Li, Asia-Pacific President
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China-Central Europe Business Association (CSEBA) Robert Perko, Project Manager
Focused Areas
New energy
Advanced materials
Intelligent manufacturing
Digital technologies
Biomedical technology
Agri-Tech and Food
Marine economy industry
Meet Our Judging Panel
Mr. Davor Štern
Former Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development of Croatia
Dr. Ruchong Ou
Senior Research Fellow at Monash University & Chairman of the Board for Oculus Biomed
Mr. Matija Žulj
CEO at AGRIVI
Ms. Maja Martinović
the Vice Dean of Zagreb School of Economics and Management
Dr. Mato Njavro
the Dean of Zagreb School of Economics and Management
Mr. Hrvoje Ćosić
CEO of Aircash
Mr. Boris Debić
Google’s Chief History Officer emeritus
Mr. Petar Šimić
CEO of Primaco
Ms. Anita Mišković
Founder of FIZIO VITA
Event Timeline
Application Phase
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Application Open: July 30
Application Close: August 30
Shortlist Announcement: September 25
Preparation Phase
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Pitch Preparation and Visa Application: September
Startup Day( Info Session): October 12
Final Competition Day
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Event Date: October 29
Post-Event
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Mission to Croatia: 3 days following the final
Prizes
First Prize | 1 position
Eureka Award for Excellence in Innovation and Entrepreneurship,
Euro €10,000
Second Prize | 2 positions
Eureka Award for Acceleration in Innovation and Entrepreneurship,
Euro €5,000
Third Prize | 3 positions
Eureka Award for Growth in Innovation and Entrepreneurship,
Euro €2,500
All shortlists would have chance to be granted the travel of “Eureka Innovation & Entrepreneurship Mission to Croatia”.
Working With the Best
Event Partners
Information Session
- Mon, 26 AugWebinar26 Aug 2024, 4:00 pm – 5:10 pm AESTWebinar了解克罗地亚独特的商业机遇和发展前景,探索潜在的合作机会! Exploring Croatia's unique business opportunities and potential partnerships!