Velvet Innovation
Meetups

Velvet Innovation Meetups are regular informal gatherings where participants learn about what is currently happening in the innovation ecosystem of South Moravia.

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Velvet Innovation Meetup
Wrapped 2026

Date 11/19/2026 5:00:00 PM

Entry Free

Place Hotel International Brno, Husova 200/16, 602 00 Brno-střed

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Our last meetup of 2026 is a special one. Wrapped 2026 is a look back at a year in South Moravia’s innovation ecosystem and at the people, stories and projects that shaped it. Expect a longer evening, a richer programme and networking with music until 10:30 pm. This time, we will meet at Hotel International Brno, Husova 200/16, 602 00 Brno-střed.

What to expect?

Familiar faces, more stage time: speakers who stood out last season are back, this time with more room to share their stories.
New projects and few surprises: startup pitches and the wild card are on the programme.
Investment speed dating: founders and investors meet in quick one-on-one sessions.
Networking that doesn’t end early: after the programme, we stay together, with music, until 10:30 pm.

Investor speed dating

The Velvet Innovation Meetups also feature investment speed dating organised by the JIC innovation agency. These fast-paced one-to-one sessions bring founders and investors together and help them grow.

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