Startups Meet Investors at EnterInvest Startup Showcase

Startups that completed the second cohort of the EnterInvest Investment Readiness Program, run by Entertech Istanbul Technopark, presented their projects to investors at the EnterInvest Startup Showcase. Held at Entertech Maslak GO, the event brought together entrepreneurs, investors, and ecosystem stakeholders, providing a platform for startups to share their business models, technologies, and growth objectives.

Program Achievements Highlighted at the Opening Session

The event opened with speeches by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Muhammed Kasapoğlu, General Manager of Entertech Istanbul Technopark, and Prof. Dr. Osman Bülent Zülfikar, Rector of Istanbul University and Chairman of the Board of Entertech Istanbul Technopark. Their remarks emphasized the importance of university-technopark-investor collaborations in developing the entrepreneurship ecosystem and the need to support innovative startups throughout their growth journeys. They also highlighted the role of the EnterInvest Startup Showcase in bringing startups and investors together and fostering the exchange of knowledge, experience, and collaboration opportunities.

Following the opening speeches, Günce Önür, GP at Startup Wise Guys and one of the program’s advisors and trainers, and Volkan Okutan, Business Development and International Relations Manager at Entertech Istanbul Technopark, provided insights into EnterInvest’s structure, implementation process, and the value it offers to participating startups.

The egaranti team, which participated in the program’s first cohort and secured an investment of USD 1.1 million, also shared its experiences at the event. The team discussed the key takeaways from its EnterInvest journey and shared insights into its investment process with the participants.

10 Startups Delivered Investor Pitches

A total of 10 startups took the stage during the pitching session: Homesberg, Viza Yazılım, Pax Animi Games, So Work Teknoloji, Bimetrik Teknoloji, Game Actor, Mihu.ai, Prolit Gıda, Copetract Yazılım, and Poder Bilişim. The startups had the opportunity to introduce their investment readiness efforts by presenting their products and technologies, business models, and growth strategies to investors.

The presentations provided investors and ecosystem representatives with an opportunity to gain firsthand insights into the startups, while creating a valuable platform for entrepreneurs to engage directly with potential investors and explore new collaboration opportunities. As they presented their solutions and future ambitions, the founders also had the opportunity to receive feedback and evaluations from investors. The event concluded with a networking session following the presentations.

Applications for the 3rd Cohort of the EnterInvest Investment Readiness Program Are Now Open

Entertech Istanbul Technopark continues to accept applications for the third cohort of the EnterInvest Investment Readiness Program, which supports startups in preparing more effectively for investment processes. Designed for startups that have begun generating revenue and moved beyond the initial product and customer validation stages, the program combines training, mentorship, and investor matchmaking. It aims to help startups develop an investor-oriented perspective and build the capabilities required to navigate investment processes successfully.

Throughout the program, startups receive support in structuring their financial and operational metrics in line with investor expectations, gaining knowledge of valuation, due diligence, term sheets, and legal procedures, refining their investor pitches, and establishing direct connections with national and international investors. In this way, the program aims not only to prepare startups for investment but also to connect them with the right investors to support their growth ambitions.

Application Deadline for the 3rd Cohort of EnterInvest: November 16, 2026

Please click here to access the application form.