Attend A Satellite Event

For 1 week, Techsylvania 2026 will gather like-minded people from all across the world.It’s our pleasure to invite bright minds to promote what the local ecosystem offers—excellent knowledge, great people and valuable resources.

Why join?

Over 20 companies and NGOs join us in creating Satellite Events to help newcomers discover the Techsylvania community in new and exciting ways: meetups, bunches, workshops, online parties and more!

Meet

new people, make new friends

Discover

career & business opportunities

Visit

some of the most prolific companies in the city

Enjoy

good food, good mood, good swag

GapMinder Builders & Backers

We’re excited to invite you to GapMinder Builders & Backers event in Cluj-Napoca on June 24th starting from 6pm.

​A curated evening bringing together founders, operators and angel investors from across the ecosystem, designed for meaningful conversations, fresh perspectives, and valuable connections.
​If you’re building, this is a great opportunity to exchange ideas with peers, reconnect with familiar faces, and meet new ones.

​Spots are limited to keep the group relevant and high-quality.
​Please RSVP to confirm and secure your place!

​Drinks and nibbles on us!

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LLA 1:1 M&A Talks for Founders

Ready to EXIT? Be prepared.

Join LLA for a series of private 1:1 conversations designed for founders preparing for investment, M&A or exit discussions.

We’ll talk about the legal and business issues that can slow down, reduce or kill a deal — from founder arrangements and cap tables to contracts, IP, employment and compliance, as well as the key points buyers or investors usually check before they say yes.

Come with your questions. Leave with a clearer view of what needs attention before the process begins.

The event starts at 12:30, with individual 30-minute sessions. After booking, the LLA team will contact you to confirm the exact time of your private session.

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Startup á la Cluj: Ecosystem updates & opportunities

Startup a la Cluj brings the startup ecosystem together. Join us to discover the hottest startups that raised investment this year, celebrate the biggest milestones and achievements from the local ecosystem, and explore the next big opportunities in tech, AI, and innovation shaping the future of Cluj and beyond!

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Cost optimization in a company

A cost optimization workshop designed for companies offers participants a practical and strategic approach to identifying, analyzing, and reducing expenses without compromising the quality of products or services.

During the session, participants explore effective methods for evaluating operational costs, uncovering inefficiencies, and implementing sustainable cost-saving solutions.

This workshop is ideal for managers, entrepreneurs, and operations professionals looking to improve financial performance and foster a culture of efficiency and sustainability within their organizations.

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T.A.N. Angel Arena

T.A.N. Angel Arena is a live startup pitching event at Techsylvania 2026. Four startups will pitch in front of Transylvania Angels Network to raise real investment. Open to guests who want to see how startup pitching works, connect with active angel investors, and explore opportunities to join our community. Whether you’re a founder, investor, or curious about the ecosystem, this is the room to be in.

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Healthtech Community Meet‑Up #2/2026

FreshBlood is hosting a community meet‑up dedicated to professionals, innovators, entrepreneurs, and enthusiasts passionate about the intersection of healthcare and technology. The event aims to strengthen the local health‑tech ecosystem, encourage collaboration, and offer visibility into current initiatives shaping the future of digital health in Romania and beyond.

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Scaling Romania’s Tech Industry: From Services to Value

We invite you to join a special event organized by ANIS as part of Techsylvania 2026, dedicated to a key topic for the future of Romania’s IT industry: how we can build tech companies with global impact.

In an interactive round table format, we will bring together industry leaders to explore the challenges and opportunities that can accelerate Romania’s transition toward an economy driven by innovative services and competitive products.

We would be delighted to have you with us for a meaningful conversation about the future of Romania’s tech industry and the role we can play together in this transformation.

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Let's Talk Angel Investing

Let’s Talk Angel Investing is a Techsylvania satellite event by Transylvania Angels Network. Over breakfast and good coffee, we open the doors to our community and share what we do, why we do it, and what the angel investment ecosystem in Romania looks like today.

We’ll have guests from the ecosystem joining the conversation. No formal agenda. Just real talk about angel investing, good food, and the kind of connections that happen when the right people are in the same room.

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How to Price AI Products: A Practical Workshop for Founders & Product Teams

Most AI products are priced on gut feel or copied from competitors, leaving money on the table. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll build your own pricing strategy using a practical framework: define your value metric, structure your packaging, and test willingness to pay. You’ll leave with clear decisions, tools, and next steps to improve your pricing fast.

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Funding up to €3 million for IT companies

During the event, we will present a funding call for SMEs in the ICT sector that are looking to develop innovative services, applications, or products and adopt advanced technologies. The call is open to ICT companies across the country, with non-repayable funding of up to €3 million available per project.

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Designing Trustworthy AI for Education: The Role of Public - Private Partnerships

AI is already transforming education. But who designs it and who ensures it serves learners, not just platforms?

This breakfast panel brings together policymakers, EdTech leaders, legal experts and innovators to explore public–private partnerships as a governance and innovation model. We will discuss scalable frameworks, stakeholder engagement and sustainable AI ecosystems built on European values.

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Play the Game, Win the Room

The craft gets you in the room. The people skills decide what happens next.

Join us for an evening of practical exercises and discussions around stakeholder management, negotiation, and getting things done when priorities collide. Bring your curiosity, we’ll bring the fun. You’ll leave with fresh eyes on stakeholder mapping, and shared experiences from everyone in the room.

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Networking and social night by Transilvania IT Cluster & ABC Incubator

How can companies invest in innovation while also benefiting from real tax incentives?

Join the June edition of Networking & Social Night by Transilvania IT Cluster and ABC Incubator, part of the Techsylvania satellite events program and organized under The European Digital Innovation Hub in Transilvania.

The event will focus on tax incentives dedicated to research & development activities and how companies can turn innovation into a real competitive advantage.

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Daring.Tuesday #2: The Invisible Wall: The Real Roadblocks of Youth Entrepreneurship

Romania ranks among the top countries in Europe for entrepreneurial ambition, yet innovation output remains surprisingly low. Why do so many bold ideas never become reality and why do ambitious projects so often turn into “safe” businesses instead?

Daring.Tuesday #2 brings together youth organizations, founders, and the local startup community for an honest conversation about the real barriers behind youth entrepreneurship in Romania: fear of failure, mindset, lack of support, and the challenge of building truly innovative companies.

Expect candid discussions, real stories, open conversations, and networking with people asking the same difficult questions.

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AI and the Future of Decision Making

Join us for a new edition of RO AI, bringing together researchers, industry experts, and technology leaders for an engaging discussion on the impact of artificial intelligence on modern decision-making.

The event will explore how AI is reshaping the way organizations, institutions, and individuals make strategic decisions – from automation and predictive systems to ethical considerations, governance, and human-AI collaboration. Participants will gain insights into current AI trends, real-world applications, and the challenges ahead in an increasingly AI-driven world.

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A Unified Approach to Digitalization

A Unified Approach to Digitalization

In an era of constant transformation, digitalization is no longer just an opportunity, it is a necessity. Through dynamic networking and collaborative dialogue, we open the doors to our community to explore how forward thinking leaders are navigating today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Join us for an inspiring event featuring expert panel discussions, open conversations, and meaningful exchanges with pioneers from across the ecosystem. Expect authentic insights, fresh perspectives, collaborative brainstorming, and the kind of connections that spark innovation and drive real impact.

📅 June 27, 2026
📍 Cluj-Napoca, Transylvania, Romania

Whether you are a professional, entrepreneur, student, or technology enthusiast, this is your chance to engage with a community that is shaping the future of digital transformation.

🚀 Secure your spot today and become part of the conversation driving tomorrow’s digital world.

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Builder Fridays

A gathering for people building startups. come work on your thing alongside others doing the same. meet people while you actually ship.

what happens:

  • build your product/project
  • demo what you shipped the last weeks
  • talk through your blockers
  • get help when you’re stuck
  • meet other builders
  • build fast, break things, get users, iterate. free.

Just show up with your laptop ready to ship something.

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