Due to high interest, the startup application deadline for the Business Angel Summit 2025 (BAS25) has been extended!
Foundation 787 and the BHBAN network are inviting ambitious pre-seed and seed-stage startup founders from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Serbia, Albania, Kosovo, North Macedonia and Montenegro to apply for the Business Angel Summit 2025 (BAS25), taking place on October 16, 2025, in Sarajevo.
Now in its fourth edition, BAS25 will once again gather leading investors, venture capitalists and business angels from the region and across Europe, offering selected startups a valuable opportunity to pitch their businesses and potentially secure investment to accelerate their growth.
Last year, over 100 top-tier startups from the region applied. From these, 20 were selected for the preparatory phase, and the top 9 had the chance to pitch their innovative solutions at the 2024 Summit in front of more than 120 prominent European and regional investors and VC funds.
You can still be part of this unique regional investment platform—applications are open until May 20!
Why Should You Apply?
Selected startups will benefit from:
- A chance to pitch in front of active investors looking for high-potential ventures,
- Participation in a tailored mentorship and pitch-prep program designed to help you deliver a powerful and convincing presentation,
- Key networking opportunities within the startup and investment ecosystem,
- Covered travel and accommodation costs for one team member.
Who Can Apply?
Applications are open to innovative pre-seed and seed startups that:
- Operate in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Serbia, North Macedonia, Albania, Kosovo, or Montenegro,
- Have a developed product and a clear growth vision,
- Are willing to participate in the mentorship and pitch-preparation phase,
- Are ready to present their business at BAS25 and seize the opportunity for investment.
Deadline to apply: May 20, 2025, at 23:59. Apply now via this APPLICATION FORM.
Selected startup teams will be contacted directly by Foundation 787 with further instructions.