CatchIT #5: Startup Minds
We look forward to welcoming you to CatchIT’s upcoming event! We bring you an Expert talk and a Talent spotlight every time, so you can look forward to the following presentations (and of course open discussions)!
Details
Expert talk: Yazan Othman
Yazan Othman /Director Of Operations @ Global Startup Awards/: Global Entrepreneurship Trends: Youth & Students in AI/ML Era
Dive into the AI/ML revolution with Yazan, Director of Operations at Global Startup Awards, as he unveils real-world global entrepreneurship trends through the bold eyes of youth and university students! Discover how Gen Z innovators are launching agentic startups, leveraging ML for breakthroughs, and bridging campuses to markets in 2026’s tech surge.
Talent Spotlight: Prosper Iheanacho
Prosper Iheanacho /Founder @ InCharge Education/: Navigating Entrepreneurship from the Classroom to the Marketplace
This talk explores the journey of turning a university-born idea into a real-world product. I will share how InCharge evolved from a classroom concept into a pilot used across multiple courses, highlighting the practical challenges of validation, stakeholder buy-in, and building while studying. The session focuses on bridging academic learning with market needs, and how early experimentation inside universities can de-risk entrepreneurship.
I will also reflect on lessons learned as a student founder—balancing coursework, part-time work, and product development—while navigating institutional systems and real users. The goal is to offer practical insights and encouragement to students interested in entrepreneurship, showing that meaningful ventures can start before graduation.
Admission is free, but registration is required due to limited spots. Register now and join our inclusive, relaxed atmosphere at h6todik!
Let's catch up!
We look forward to welcoming you to CatchIT’s upcoming event! The CatchIT-team:
What is CatchIT?
This meetup is the first international, community-centered event designed to connect locals and internationals through open conversation, knowledge sharing, and cultural exchange. Each session offers engaging talks from professionals working with Webstar and student speakers, creating space for authentic exchange, learning, and networking.
The format is intentionally relaxed and inclusive, encouraging participants to practice English, gain insight into the software and business world by connecting across cultures. Over time, the series aims to build a vibrant, supportive community around shared curiosity and collaboration in tech.
Purpose
The purpose of the series is to build a vibrant local tech community in Pécs by creating a welcoming, international space for mutual learning, cultural exchange, and language practice.
It offers students valuable, hands-on insights into the tech industry while also showcasing emerging talent.
At its heart, the series aims to build bridges—between professionals and students, local and international voices, and between fresh ideas and real-world opportunities in technology.
You can find more details about the event series in Hungarian here.
