Sofia is getting ready to welcome the world.
On June 26, 2025, the iconic NDK will once again host Webit, one of Europe’s premier innovation and tech festivals. This year’s theme — “Connected Worlds: Business, Technology, and People in the era of AI and Web3” — brings together over 3,500 visionaries from global giants like Salesforce AI, BCG, Accenture, KPMG, Cisco, Diageo, Qualcomm, and many others.
But Webit isn’t just a conference. It’s a launchpad. And at the heart of this global gathering lies one of the most competitive and impactful scaleup competitions in the world — Founders Games.
“Being recognized by NASDAQ—one of the world’s most iconic symbols of capital markets—for our contribution to global innovation and entrepreneurship is a powerful validation of our work with Founders Games. Since 2009, it has grown into the premier global scaleup competition, offering the largest funding award of its kind.”
—Dr. Plamen Russev, Founder and Executive Chairman of Webit
What Makes Founders Games Unique?
For founders eyeing global expansion, access to capital, and market validation, Founders Games offers unmatched value. Each year, over 4,000+ scaleups from 150+ countries apply to the program. After five rounds of rigorous selection, the best pitch live at the Grand Finale during the World Economic Forum in Davos.
And it’s not just about visibility. Founders Games provides:
Access to Capital: The largest funding pool for growth-stage scaleups worldwide
Investor-Driven Validation: Evaluated by 350+ top VCs, offering real-time feedback and insights
Unmatched Visibility: From the global media spotlight to strategic exposure on Webit stages
Credibility: Finalists typically raise $5M–$50M within 4–6 months and grow their VC backing 7x within four years
When Should a Company Apply?
Founders Games is open to all, but ideal applicants are scaleups—post-seed to Series B+—with validated products and proven market traction. Whether through revenue, partnerships, or tangible impact, companies with growth potential and scalable missions stand to benefit most.
Bonus tip: if your startup’s mission aligns with climate impact, health innovation, or AI/Web3 scalability, your chances of making it through the selection funnel increase significantly.
Apply for Founders Games here and pitch your way to Davos.
What’s the Format?
Here’s what the competition looks like:
- Application Phase: Apply online and submit key data points about traction and scalability.
- Investor Evaluation: Five rounds judged by active VCs, not generic juries.
- Semi-Finals: Pitch at major stages like the UN COP Climate Summit.
- Grand Finale in Davos: The finalists take the global stage during the World Economic Forum
Meet the Founders Who’ve Done It
Startups like BeeHero, CH4 Global, and Neodocs are proof of what’s possible.
BeeHero revolutionized food security with precision pollination across 200,000+ hives, backed by Rabobank and General Mills.
CH4 Global, tackling methane emissions, became one of TIME’s Best GreenTech Companies.
Neodocs, a 2025 finalist, has scaled its at-home health diagnostics to markets across Asia and the US in just months.
Recent 2025 winners, including Quolab Technologies (cybersecurity), iLoF (digital health), and Neodocs (health-tech), are now positioned for exponential growth.
Why It Matters for Southeast Europe
In a region rich with talent but still finding its footing on the global VC map, platforms like Founders Games provide a rare chance to gain international visibility and investment. Hosting Webit in Sofia, and having scaleups from the Balkans participate in competitions of this magnitude, is a pivotal opportunity to put the region on the global innovation radar.
Final Words: Why You Shouldn’t Miss Webit 2025
Whether you’re a founder looking to scale, an investor scouting impact startups, or a tech leader seeking insight into the future of AI and Web3, Webit 2025 is your place to be. And if you’re a scaleup ready for global exposure — Founders Games is your ticket.
Save the Date: 26 June 2025 | NDK, Sofia
Only 200 public tickets are available — grab yours here with a discount code REC30
