The finalists of the “Startup School 4: Five Continents – 500 Startups” global innovation program of the “Enterprise Azerbaijan” portal have been announced
The finalists of the global innovation program “Startup School 4: Five Continents – 500 Startups,” initiated by the Enterprise Azerbaijan portal, operated by the Center for Analysis of Economic Reforms and Communication (CAERC), have been selected.
Launched under the slogan “Five Continents – 500 Startups,” the program attracted nearly 350 startup applications from 15 countries. Following the selection process, 233 startup teams were admitted to the program. Throughout the program, the teams received training and mentorship support from trainers and mentors representing leading innovation ecosystems across the globe. As a result, 70 startup teams have qualified for the final stage.
The finalists will showcase their innovative products and solutions to investors and other business representatives at Demo Day, scheduled to take place in Baku on 31 October 2026.
The event will be held in conjunction with TEI Forum 2026 (Trade, Export & Innovation Forum). In addition to startup pitches and an exhibition, the event will provide opportunities to engage with investors, entrepreneurs, international experts, mentors, and representatives of the business community and public sector, fostering professional connections and potential collaborations.
For the full list of finalist startups and further information about Demo Day, please visit the official Startup School 4 website: https://startupschool.ereforms.org/#startups
