From May 8 to 16, 2025, the international start-up community gathered in Vienna, turning the city into a dynamic center for entrepreneurship and innovation. Elmo Fung led with great pleasure the delegation from Hong Kong.
The event featured diverse formats including presentations, panel discussions, workshops, hackathons, and pitch competitions across the city. Hong Kong’s start-up leaders gained valuable insights into Austria's thriving ecosystem and enjoyed excellent networking opportunities.
Connect Day, the centerpiece of ViennaUP, acted as a key matchmaking platform for start-ups, companies, and investors. It promoted innovation and collaboration, showcasing cutting-edge products, services, and ideas.
Moreover, the pre-pitches for the Born Global Champion Awards spotlighted ten successful Austrian start-ups and scale-ups, allowing them to present their innovative concepts publicly. This event highlighted Austria's creativity and entrepreneurial spirit.
