Read on to learn about some of the #defineSchool 2024 speakers and trainers.
co-founder T-Me Studios
Laurentiu is a doer with over 3 billion app downloads across more than 20 categories on Google Play and the App Store in the past decade. 📱He is also a serial entrepreneur and angel investor who has kickstarted 8️⃣ companies, successfully exiting from 4️⃣. He co-founded T-Me Studios, one of Europe’s largest consumer app publishers, boasting a massive portfolio of apps in the Utility and Personalization categories.
CEO at RebelDot
As the driving force behind @therebeldot, a 2022 & 2023 FT1000 company, Tudor is an entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience. A few years ago, Tudor also founded Rebel Ventures, a platform that invests in and supports early-stage startups. 💸💡 To cool down the engines, Tudor’s adventurous soul finds expression in sailing, snowboarding, skiing, kayaking, and motorsports. 🛞
Partner & CEO EMEA & APAC
Al Entrepreneur, Investor & Advisor, part of ecommerce for over 1️⃣7️⃣ years. Currently serving as Partner & CEO for ITGlobers EMEA & APAC and President of ARMO - Romanian Online Stores Association. In 2018, Cristi founded RELAMI, a technology company specializing in Al-based SaaS solutions for billion-dollar companies. 💸
Lawyer and founder of legal accelerators
The founder of Legal Accelerators, lawyer at Carabas | Lungu , an associate university lecturer, and an arbitrator at the Arbitration Court attached to the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Cluj. He is highly professional, with expertise in business law, corporate governance, IT&C, startups, and LegalTech. Mihai founded Legal Accelerators, the first major event dedicated to LegalTech and legal innovation in Romania.
Co-founder & CEO Around25
Paul has co-founded several startups, pitched ideas, raised investments 💼, and successfully graduated from two acceleration programs. 🚀 He is a tech enthusiast 👨💻, slightly out of shape developer, and a really funny guy. 😄 He is easily triggered by anything startup-related. As the co-founder and CEO of Around25, he is currently helping founders all over the world build scalable products and self-sustaining teams.
Co-founder & CEO Spark Generation
Meet Florina Popîrțac, CEO and Co-founder of Spark Generation, where leads a visionary team dedicated to transforming education and creating a meaningful impact. 🚀 With over 1️⃣5️⃣ years of experience across various industries and an MBA in service innovation, Florina is dedicated to exploring innovation across all aspects of the value chain, from concept design and user interface to delivery and technological options. 🎓
Co-founder & CEO Salt & Pepper
Passionate about technology and passing on knowledge, Cristin has worked restlessly to get the company he manages to where it is now and create a welcoming work environment. 🚀 He is also passionate about education and dedicated to helping the local startup scene by participating in various educational programs. He’s always by our side - helping us gain valuable knowledge and precious skills!
CEO & Founder la Creaty Agency
Ionuț-Ciprian Carp transforms digital marketing into a powerful growth engine. 🚀 With a decade of hands-on experience, Ionuț has mastered the art of scaling businesses by crafting marketing strategies that turn every euro spent into measurable success. 💰 His work has helped countless online stores thrive globally, ensuring that no ad budget is wasted. Ionuț's passion for optimization and results makes him a standout leader in the industry. 🌟
Learn from the best trainers everything you need to know about launching a successful startup
Share your ideas with other creative and ambitious young people
Engage in open discussions with well known IT leaders and successful entrepreneurs
Building the next generation of tech entrepreneurs in Romania
Unlock new horizons every day with captivating, focused, and specialized training sessions on Idea Validation, Business Model, Marketing, Financing, and Pitching.
The whole bootcamp’s activities encourage teamwork and communication. You will have ‘hands on deck’ sessions with your colleagues in order to put the trainings into practice, developing your business idea.
Seize the opportunity to engage in direct conversations, to learn from renowned IT leaders and accomplished entrepreneurs.
Wrap up each day with a captivating social event, offering a perfect blend of networking, relaxation, and pure fun. Strengthen relationships, recharge, and create lasting connections.
The following criteria will be considered during the recruitment process.
We are interested in hearing about your vision and insights on various topics covered during the interview process. Show us your passion for technology and your understanding of its impact on the world.
Demonstrate your problem-solving abilities and creativity by tackling the practical challenge we will provide. This is your opportunity to showcase your hands-on skills and resourcefulness.
While prior experience in the tech industry is not mandatory, we appreciate candidates with some exposure to the field. Let us know about any projects, internships, or relevant experiences you have had.
Share your thoughts on entrepreneurship and how you envision yourself contributing to the startup ecosystem. Your innovative ideas and drive for success will be valued.
Entrepreneurship often involves collaboration and teamwork. Tell us about your experiences working with others and your ability to thrive in a team environment.
A thirst for knowledge and continuous development is crucial for success. Convey your eagerness to learn and grow both personally and professionally.
* We want to ensure that the bootcamp remains accessible to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Therefore, we offer a limited number of partial scholarships.
Embark on an unforgettable journey with these essential steps
Fill out the online registration form. It’s the first step towards unlocking an extraordinary experience. You are so close to it.
Prepare to showcase your potential as we challenge you to test your entrepreneurial skills.
The spotlight awaits! Our team will reach out to schedule an exciting online interview, where you’ll be closer to joining our ‘one of a kind’ program.
If you manage to captivate us with your passion and ideas, get ready for the big news. We’ll personally notify you of your selection and give you further details.
€700€400
The participation fee for #defineSchool 2024 is paid only when your registration is approved.
Your fee is covered under our Refund Policy.
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Read on to learn about some of our past speakers
As each edition, eventually, comes to an end, our alumni share their experience and afterthoughts.
"It's not the kind of event where you get bored listening to uncharismatic speakers, scrolling through your phone to pass the time."
Triliada is a start-up that aims to connect high school students with university students to provide them with valuable insights and guidance when choosing their future academic path. They do this through mentorship sessions, events with different students, vocational questionnaires and summarized information about universities.
The week I spent at #defineSchool was incredible. Not only did I make new connections with wonderful individuals, but it also boosted my motivation.
Nutriento is a company that goes beyond mere food; it is dedicated to nourishing and energizing your body with the right resources, enabling you to unleash your full potential.
At Nutriento, they envision a world where leading a healthy lifestyle is the standard, and they are committed to making that vision a reality.
#defineSchool was an essential experience in my evolution as an entrepreneur, providing me with the knowledge, inspiration, and connections necessary to develop my vision and entrepreneurial skills.I wholeheartedly recommend #defineSchool because it offers a unique platform for learning and development, preparing the future leaders.
Your Performance Lab is an innovative startup leveraging AI to harness personalized data from an array of devices including smartwatches, trackers, and medical devices. By using its Buddy AI, YPL delivers insightful health metrics and tailored fitness and diet plans, optimizing health, performance, vibrancy, and longevity
The platform doesn’t just connect multiple devices — it brings together and makes sense of all their data. As users’ lives evolve, so does the YPL ecosystem, helping reduce illness risk and improve quality of life.
#defineSchool – the core of initiation into the world of startups. It has exponentially enhanced and refined my knowledge and perspective, ultimately fueling the desire and motivation to create something unique.
"I was blown away by how much I learned, surpassing all my expectations."
"It's a game-changer!"
"#defineSchool is the coolest place for networking because it brings together young individuals passionate about starting an IT business."
"I've always had ideas, but I didn't know how to bring them to life. However, attending #defineSchool completely changed my perspective on them."
Ideafy is a startup whose mission is to empower NGOs with the resources they need to create a positive impact while enabling companies to make a difference in their communities. Ideafy offers a user-friendly platform that connects organizations with companies eager to provide financial support, surplus products, employee volunteering, and more.
#defineSchool was the perfect boost for Ideafy, helping build the foundation for this idea that proved its potential time after time
#defineSchool bootcamp was one of the main catalysts that turned an idea into a validated product, ready to have a positive impact.
#defineSchool is the gateway to the entrepreneurial world by putting the basis to your entrepreneurial thinking
#defineSchool first took place in 2015 and was created because at that time, there was no other accessible, out of the ordinary school for future tech entrepreneurs in Romania.
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Founder & CEO, Snoter
Software engineer, entrepreneur, and all-around tech enthusiast with a strong passion for innovation. Active member in the vibrant startup ecosystem for 6+ years, constantly embracing the many lessons learned from success and failures, always striving to enrich my professional and personal growth.
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