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🌟 We attended the Big Bang Startup Challenge, one of the most influential events in the entrepreneurship ecosystem, bringing together high-potential startups, visionary founders, investors, and innovation leaders under one roof. The stage was filled with inspiring pitches, groundbreaking ideas, and bold solutions shaping the future of technology and entrepreneurship. Each moment of the event reflected the energy, ambition, and creativity of a rapidly growing innovation landscape. We sincerely appreciate all the organisations and individuals who work tirelessly to support the growth of this impactful community. It is inspiring to witness their efforts in building the foundations of tomorrow’s innovation. ✨ Thank you to all the participants. See you next time! 🚀 #YıldızVentures #BigBangStartupChallenge #Entrepreneurship #StartupEcosystem #Innovation

🌟We attended the Anadolu Efes Startup Fest, a vibrant gathering that brought together founders, innovators, investors, and key ecosystem players committed to shaping the future of entrepreneurship. 🚀 The event provided an inspiring space to discover bold ideas, learn from forward-thinking leaders, and explore new collaboration opportunities that accelerate growth and innovation across the startup landscape. Each conversation and each presentation reflected the strength and creativity of our ecosystem. We sincerely appreciate all the organizations and individuals who work tirelessly to support the growth of this impactful community. It is inspiring to witness their efforts shaping the future of innovation. Thank you to all the participants. ✨ #YıldızVentures #AnadoluEfesStartupFest #StartupEcosystem #Entrepreneurship #Innovation

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🚀 We attended Fast Company Türkiye Corporate & Startup Day, a gathering that brings the innovation ecosystem together by uniting corporations, startups, investors, and industry leaders under one roof. The event provided a valuable platform to explore collaboration opportunities, share strategic perspectives, and highlight how corporate–startup partnerships can accelerate innovation and drive meaningful transformation. From inspiring discussions to impactful connections, the day once again proved the power of building bridges across the ecosystem. We sincerely appreciate all the organizations and individuals who work tirelessly to support the growth of this impactful ecosystem. It is inspiring to witness their efforts shaping the future of innovation. 🙌✨ #YıldızVentures #CorporateStartupDay #Innovation #StartupEcosystem #Entrepreneurship

🌟 We attended the Workup İş Bankası Demo Day, where the startups of Workup’s 13th batch successfully graduated after a period of growth, development, and intensive learning. The event brought together key representatives from the business world and the entrepreneurship ecosystem to witness the progress, innovation, and dedication of the founders. Each presentation highlighted how far these teams have come, and how much potential lies ahead. 🚀 We congratulate all the founders who are completing this chapter and continuing as part of the Workup family. Wishing them success as they take their next steps and scale their impact. #YıldızVentures #WorkupDemoDay #StartupEcosystem #Entrepreneurship

🌟 We attended the “Impact Investing in the Agrifood Sector Workshop”, organized through the collaboration of Foodback and Alethina Impact, with the support of EIT Food. We were pleased to join the workshop, where Yildiz Ventures Investment Director Ecem ALTIOKı participated in the fireside chat “Why Should We Invest in the Food Industry?”, moderated by Arda Berkay Çağın, Founding Partner at BE Advise. 🌱 🎙️ During the session, Ecem emphasized that investing in food and agri-tech is now a “strategic necessity”— driven by global population growth, climate pressures, supply-chain fragility, and the urgent need for sustainable production systems. image.png She highlighted the strong innovation momentum across the agri & food ecosystem, the value of corporate–startup collaboration in accelerating commercialization, and how impact and profitability can align when investments focus on scalable, technology-enabled solutions. A big thank you to Foodback for organizing this meaningful workshop and bringing the community together. ✨🙌 #YıldızVentures #FutureOfFood #ImpactInvesting #AgriFood #FoodTech #Innovation

We were thrilled to attend the 2025 Demo Day of the Empowering Women in Agri-Food (EWA) program, the 6th edition organized through the partnership of Anadolu Efes and EIT Food, and delivered by Foodback. 🌱 This inspiring event brought together women entrepreneurs who are driving transformation in the agri-food ecosystem. A total of 13 startups presented their innovative solutions across the food and agriculture verticals, showcasing bold ideas shaping the future of the sector. ✨ We sincerely appreciate all the organizations and individuals who work tirelessly to support the growth of this impactful ecosystem. It is inspiring to witness their efforts shaping the future of agri-food innovation. 🌾💫 #YıldızVentures #EWA #EmpoweringWomen #AgriFood #WomenInInnovation

🌟 Last night, we were honoured to join the Giveback Gala 2025, hosted by the Türkiye Entrepreneurship Foundation (GiRVAK) — a gathering that once again highlighted the power of giving back and building a future shaped by shared value. At Yildiz Ventures, we believe that true progress comes from a strong ecosystem where knowledge, opportunity, and impact circulate freely. Being part of this movement strengthens our commitment to supporting entrepreneurs who not only create innovation but also give back to society. 🚀 ✨ Throughout the evening, we were inspired by the visionaries and leaders who took the stage, reminding us that meaningful change begins with a community willing to lift each other up. Their insights fuelled our dedication to driving innovation with purpose. A heartfelt thank you to Sina Afra and the entire GiRVAK team for their leadership, vision, and dedication in nurturing a stronger giveback culture. We are also delighted to have shared the table with Dilek DAYINLARLI, Berkin Toktas, Güzem Yılmaz Ertem, Revo Capital and ScaleX Ventures, whose presence and perspective added even more value to this meaningful night. Together, we continue to champion an ecosystem built on collaboration, purpose, and the spirit of giving back. 🙌 #YıldızVentures #GivebackGala #GiRVAK