On March 24, 2025, SMARTNET successfully held its fourth Demo Day at Ardventure Tekmer in Maslak, Istanbul, where 14 innovative startups came together with nationally accredited angel investors for a day of impactful presentations and networking.
These entrepreneurs had been selected by the SMARTNET Evaluation Committee after completing a rigorous preparation program, including 38 core entrepreneurship training modules, 60 hours of advanced sessions, and 40 hours of one-on-one mentoring. With updated business plans and refined pitches, the selected startups were well-equipped to meet potential investors.
The event began with a welcome session and an opening speech by Team Leader Ufuk Batum, followed by two pitching sessions and multiple networking opportunities throughout the afternoon.
The 14 Startups That Took the Stage:
Agrovech
Alfare Bilişim
Buum-E
Eduversity
Elaves
Endors
Turuncu Girişimcilik
Eventvers
ForsApp
Gost
Ideaskop
Yevkos
TA (Teknolojik Atölye)
Vegg Foods
These startups presented innovative solutions in sectors ranging from agritech and edtech to digital solutions, sustainability, and food technologies.
SMARTNET once again proved to be a strong facilitator between startups and investors, supporting entrepreneurs not only through training and mentoring, but also by strengthening their visibility and market access.
