Take Off, which garners thousands of applications from over 100 countries each year, has welcomed more than 800 entrepreneurs, over 400 mentors and investors, and 166 speakers since 2018. To date, it has facilitated a total of 3500 meetings between entrepreneurs and mentors, culminating in the distribution of $755,000 in cash awards.

An international startup summit, Take Off has been the most comprehensive gathering of entrepreneurs, mentors, venture capital and companies since its inception to foster uninterrupted innovation.

In its sixth year, the Summit received 1,252 applications from 43 countries. The event, accommodating startups in the pre-seed, early, and growth stages, convened 200 Turkish and international ventures, providing them with opportunities to engage with 44 institutions, over 50 mentors, and more than 80 investors.

At the conclusion of the second day, local and international entrepreneurs were honored during an award ceremony. Startups across various categories were granted $400,000 in investment awards, $150,000 in grants, and accolades from 10 special accelerator programs, all made possible through the generous contributions of the T3 Foundation and the stakeholders of the Take Off Startup Summit.
 

Take Off Istanbul, the most prestigious meeting point of the entrepreneurship and technology world, opens its doors on December 11-12, 2024 at the Istanbul Expo Center. The event, organized under the leadership of the Turkish Technology Team Foundation, has been shaping the future by bringing together innovative ideas, entrepreneurs and investors since 2018.
 

Awards Await Entrepreneurs

Take Off Istanbul 2024 not only provides a platform for entrepreneurs, but also encourages them with awards. Entrepreneurs will have the opportunity to reach a wide audience by exhibiting their projects at booths throughout the event, meet other professionals in the industry with networking opportunities and meet one-on-one with investor institutions. Inspirational speakers will guide and motivate entrepreneurs. Additionally, thanks to the Take Off 20 concept the most innovative and ambitious startups will have the chance to win investment/grant awards. Furthermore, special prizes offered by partner organizations and sponsors will enforce startups on their journey to enter the global market.

Let's Build the Future Together

Take Off Istanbul 2024 is waiting for you to create new opportunities in the entrepreneurship world and build the future together. Details and updates about the event will be announced on the social media accounts of Take Off Startup Summit. Don’t forget to mark Take Off Istanbul, one of the most anticipated events in the entrepreneurial world, on your calendar!"

Visit www.takeoffistanbul.com for updates and detailed information.