StartITup Győr

What StartITup Győr does

StartITup Győr (legally Start IT up Egyesület, tax number 19039877-1-08) is a Hungarian non-profit association founded in 2017 that builds and operates the startup ecosystem for the Győr-Moson-Sopron region in Western Hungary. It serves local and student entrepreneurs, women innovators, and large corporates (Audi Hungária, K&H Bank, Generali, MVM, Bosch) through a portfolio of community programs: the monthly Startup Szerda meetup, the Ideathon idea competition, the 6-month Start it@ K&H incubator (co-implemented with K&H Bank), the LiftUp international workshop series culminating in a London Demo Day, the EIT Manufacturing Hub Hungary consortium, the spHERe women's community, and the Interaktív Startup Tábor for children aged 9–12. The organization is co-located inside the Győr Chamber of Commerce building alongside the K&H incubator and partners with Széchenyi István University, EIT Manufacturing, the New Generation Centre (UK), and Pannon Business Network.

The organization has no proprietary technology product; its "deliverables" are events, workshops, mentoring matching, and ecosystem orchestration. The most technically substantial initiative, DigiVET, is a co-developed e-learning platform (mobile and desktop) for international vocational education mobility digitization, not an internal AI or software-as-a-service product. Marketing and demand generation are entirely community-led, relying on organic social (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn), an email newsletter via TicketNinja, the organization's own blog, and word-of-mouth inside the regional ecosystem. All core programs are free to participants; the only priced offering is the children's camp at 59,000 Ft/person (55,000 Ft for siblings).

StartITup Győr does not generate commercial revenue. It is funded through partner sponsorships (K&H Bank, Győr Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise Europe Network, and others), grant participation via the EIT Manufacturing Hub consortium, and 1% personal income tax donations from Hungarian taxpayers. The active team consists of three co-founders (Szabó Krisztián, Tüske Tamás, Páti Diána), a small paid core (Farkas Anett, Sury Dalma, Hidvégi Zsófia) plus spHERe coordinators, and a broader volunteer base — totaling approximately 16 contributors. No external investment rounds, parent company, or M&A activity are recorded.

Name

StartITup Győr

Legal name

Start IT up Egyesület

Website

https://startupgyor.hu

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

StartITup Győr (Start IT up Egyesület) is a Hungarian non-profit association founded in 2017 that builds the startup ecosystem of the Győr region through community events, the K&H incubator, international programs, and women's and youth entrepreneurship initiatives, serving local founders, students, and corporate partners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Győr

HQ country

Hungary

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Donations and Membership Support: The organization receives donations, including the option for taxpayers to donate 1% of their income tax ( személyi jövedelemadó 1%) to the association (Adószám: 19039877-1-08). No commercial revenue streams are described — StartITup Győr functions as a community non-profit focused on ecosystem building rather than revenue generation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

StartITup Győr is a non-profit association that builds and operates the startup ecosystem in the Győr region of Western Hungary. It runs recurring community programs (Startup Szerda monthly meetups, Ideathon idea competition, LiftUp workshops, spHERe women's community, children's startup camp), co-hosts the Start it@ K&H 6-month incubator, and serves as a regional partner for the EIT Manufacturing Hub. Activities are delivered in-person at the Győr Chamber of Commerce and online, and are predominantly free to participants.

Product overview

StartITup Győr is a nonprofit startup ecosystem organization (StartITup Győr Egyesület) operating as a community hub and program provider for the Győr region. Its offering is not a single unified software product but rather a portfolio of interconnected programs and events: the core recurring community programs are Startup Szerda (monthly meetups) and Ideathon (an annual idea competition). These feed into structured acceleration and incubation offerings — Start it@ K&H Inkubátor (a 6-month incubator with K&H Bank), LiftUp (a free workshop series), and the EIT Manufacturing Hub. Supporting initiatives include DigiVET (an international e-learning platform development project), spHERe (a women-focused community), and an Interaktív Startup Tábor for children. The organization also provides training programs and facilitates networking across the regional startup ecosystem. StartITup Győr does not offer a software product with API, integrations, or AI capabilities — it is an NGO/association providing community programs and events.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Startup Szerda: Monthly meetup event held every first Wednesday of the month, featuring speakers from the startup world and networking opportunities.
• Ideathon
• Start it@ K&H Incubator
• LiftUp
• spHERe
• Interaktív Startup Tábor

Products and services

• Startup Szerda (Startup Wednesday) Recurring monthly meetup held on the first Wednesday of each month, bringing together local entrepreneurs, innovators, and interested parties with expert speakers on diverse topics, followed by networking.
• Ideathon Region's largest idea competition (hackathon) where individuals or teams work intensively for 2 days on their ideas with experienced advisors, mentors, and entrepreneurs to develop an MVP or prototype.
• Start it@ K&H Inkubátor 6-month incubation program run in partnership with K&H Bank, providing selected startup teams with office space, mentoring, targeted training, and international networking opportunities, with locations in both Győr and Budapest.
• LiftUp Free, open 4-session workshop series for entrepreneurs who want to develop more effectively, covering entrepreneurial mindset, team organization, pitch training, and cap-table management, culminating in a Demo Day with a prize opportunity to travel to London.
• EIT Manufacturing Hub Hungary Hungarian representative of EIT Manufacturing, run in partnership by PBN - Pannon Business Network, Budapest University of Technology, the Mechanical Engineering Scientific Association, and StartITup Győr, supporting manufacturing innovation and connecting Hungarian startups to European innovation networks.
• spHERe Community initiative aimed at innovative women living, working, and creating in Győr, offering a community platform, regular brunch events, conversation evenings (Traccs), and an annual fundraising event to share knowledge and experiences.
• Interaktív Startup Tábor (Interactive Startup Camp for Children) Summer camp for children aged 9-12 where participants learn the steps of starting a business, meet young entrepreneurs, and engage in interactive activities including problem mapping, idea generation, team building, comic creation, and filming. Priced at 59,000 Ft per person (55,000 Ft for siblings), including snacks, lunch, and afternoon snack.
• DigiVET International project aimed at developing an integrated vocational education e-learning platform (mobile and desktop application) to digitize mobility processes for students, schools, and host institutions, serving as a one-stop-shop for learning, communication, file, and information sharing.

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• EIT Manufacturing Hub HungarycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021EIT Manufacturing Hub Hungary is the Hungarian representative of EIT Manufacturing, operated jointly by Pannon Business Network (PBN), Budapest University of Technology (BME), the Mechanical Engineering Scientific Association (GTE), and the StartITup Győr team. The hub connects Hungarian startups and manufacturers to European innovation networks and funding under the EIT Manufacturing umbrella. StartITup serves as the regional implementation partner for Western Hungary.
• New Generation Centre (UK)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2020The UK-based New Generation Centre supports the LiftUp program, which is a series of workshops helping students kickstart their businesses through idea generation, design thinking, prototyping, and pitching. The program culminates in a Demo Day at WeWork in London where winners can win prizes and connections with UK investors and businesspeople. StartITup Győr is the local implementation partner in Hungary.
• K&H Bank / K&H Start ItcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019K&H Bank operates Hungary's largest corporate startup incubator, 'Start it@ K&H', with offices in Budapest and Győr. StartITup Győr co-implements the Győr branch of this incubator from its location inside the Győr Chamber of Commerce. The partnership enables the local implementation of a 6-month incubation program providing office space, mentoring, training, and international connections to selected startup teams in Győr. StartITup has been instrumental in establishing the first K&H incubator outside Budapest.
• Győr-Moson-Sopron Megyei Kereskedelmi és Iparkamara (GYMSM KIK)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017The Győr Chamber of Commerce and Industry is a key strategic partner, providing the physical co-location for the Start it@ K&H incubator and hosting Startup Szerda events. The chamber supports the broader startup ecosystem by connecting existing businesses with startups, hosting programs, and providing institutional legitimacy. The partnership evolved from the chamber initially viewing startups as part of its remit, to accepting StartITup as an equal ecosystem partner.
• TicketNinjaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTicketNinja (operated by Szintézis-Net Kft.) provides the event ticketing and registration platform for StartITup events and programs. Molnár Pál, CEO of TicketNinja, is also the founder of Ideathon and a member of the StartITup ecosystem. TicketNinja is also a sponsor at events.
• INPUT ProgramminorGTM or Marketing PartnerINPUT Program collaborates with StartITup Győr on training and workshop delivery. The INPUT program is notable for having locally appointed coordinators in regional cities rather than operating remotely, aligning with StartITup's philosophy of genuine local presence.
• Enterprise Europe Network (EEN)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerEEN (European Enterprise Network) is a co-sponsor of Startup Szerda events, particularly those focused on innovation and internationalization. Provides connections to European SME support services and internationalization opportunities for local startups.
• Széchenyi István University, GyőrmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Széchenyi István University in Győr is described as the largest and most important actor in the local startup ecosystem. It produces talent, hosts innovation initiatives, and attracts international students. StartITup seeks to connect university talent into the broader city-wide startup ecosystem. The university is described as having significant untapped potential for ecosystem collaboration.
• Pannon Business Network (PBN)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPBN is the lead organization of the EIT Manufacturing Hub Hungary consortium, alongside BME, GTE, and StartITup Győr. PBN coordinates the European innovation network activities in Hungary.
• Audi Hungária Zrt.minorGTM or Marketing PartnerAudi Hungária participated in a joint ESG/innovation event co-hosted by StartITup Győr and the Győr Chamber, where startup companies (ALLRYS, Compocity, fiREG, CLICKnCRUISE) presented their sustainability solutions to Audi executives. Represents corporate engagement with the local startup ecosystem.
• GreenEnglishminorOthersGreenEnglish (sustainability and ESG advisory) partners with StartITup Győr and K&H to integrate sustainability assessment into the incubation program. Szabó Krisztiánné Ancsa and dr. Zubornyák Emília provide ESG expertise for startup teams in the ecosystem.
• Global Traction / Hild ImreminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHild Imre, founder of Global Traction, is a recurring speaker and mentor in the StartITup ecosystem. He spent 10 years in the US and supports Hungarian startups in accessing US markets. He is cited as a key external supporter ('evangelist') of the Győr ecosystem.
• OneTwoBeerminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOneTwoBeer is a startup brewery (K&H incubator alumni) that provides beer for networking events at Startup Szerda. Represents the cycle of ecosystem success — a program graduate supporting ecosystem events.
• TEDxGyőrminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTEDxGyőr is listed as a partner organization. The first TEDxGyőr event was organized in 2017–2018 as part of the StartITup founding activities. Represents the shared origin and ongoing connection with the innovation mindset events.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Startup Grind: Global startup community organization that runs local chapters, monthly events, conferences, and mentorship for entrepreneurs. Directly comparable model (community events + founder support) but operates globally at much larger scale with a for-profit/events-driven structure.
• Techstars: Global accelerator and startup ecosystem operator running mentorship-driven programs and the Startup Weekend community event series. Comparable ecosystem-building role and Startup Weekend parallels StartITup's Ideathon, though Techstars operates equity-based accelerators at much larger scale.
• Station F: World's largest startup campus in Paris hosting 1,000+ startups, programs, and corporate partners. Comparable as a startup ecosystem hub but at vastly larger scale, with a more commercial operating model and broader program portfolio.
• MaRS Discovery District: Large urban innovation hub in Toronto supporting startups through programs, partnerships, and ecosystem development. Comparable role as a community-driven ecosystem builder connecting startups, corporates, and institutions — but operating at much larger scale in a major metropolitan market.
• Cambridge Innovation Center (CIC): Operator of innovation campuses and startup communities across multiple cities worldwide, hosting events, programs, and venture clients. Comparable community-builder model with multi-stakeholder partnerships, though operates as a commercial real estate + programs hybrid at much larger scale.
• Impact Hub Global: Global network of impact-focused innovation hubs in 100+ cities offering co-working, incubation, and community programs. Comparable as a community/ecosystem builder targeting entrepreneurs, though it operates as a much larger global franchise rather than a single regional association.

Direct peers

• Design Terminal: Hungarian innovation agency that runs corporate-startup collaboration programs (e.g., with OTP, MVM) and ecosystem initiatives. Highly comparable as a non-profit innovation intermediary connecting startups to large corporates and government — same target customers and programmatic structure.
• Impact Hub Budapest: Hungarian innovation hub and member of the global Impact Hub network, offering community programs, incubation, and events for social entrepreneurs in Budapest. Operates a similar community-building model targeting Hungarian founders, with shared national geography and ecosystem-builder mission.
• Talent Garden: European network of innovation hubs and campuses hosting events, training, and community programs for entrepreneurs across multiple countries. Directly comparable as a multi-city European ecosystem builder with a similar 'community + programs' model, though larger and more commercially scaled.

Regional players

• Kitchen Budapest: Budapest-based innovation lab originally founded by Prezi, running media/tech innovation programs and youth-focused initiatives. Comparable as a Hungarian ecosystem builder with similar youth-engagement and innovation-program focus, though based in Budapest rather than a regional city.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/startitup_gyor

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

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M&A

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