Hangout No. 41

Why Vienna? Exploring Austria as a Growth Market for Startups

• Thursday, April 23, 2026
• Doors Open 18:30
• Vienna Room - Grand Hotel, Krakow

For centuries, Kraków and Vienna have shared deep cultural, intellectual, and economic ties. From architecture and café culture to academic exchange and trade routes, Vienna has long been one of the most influential cities shaping Central European life.

Today, that connection is evolving into something new: startup collaboration and innovation exchange.

As Kraków’s tech ecosystem grows, Vienna is emerging as an attractive gateway for founders looking to expand into the DACH region and broader European markets.

At Hangout #41, we explore what Vienna offers to founders today - and how Kraków startups can tap into that opportunity.

Meet Our Guest

Evelyne Panzenböck - Project Lead Strategic Cooperations CEE Vienna Business Agency

Evelyne works with startups and scaleups across Central and Eastern Europe, helping them connect with Vienna’s innovation ecosystem.

She will share insights about:

• Vienna as a startup hub and innovation gateway
• Why Austria is an attractive growth market for Polish startups
• How founders can access local partners, investors, and customers
• Opportunities connected to ViennaUP 2026, one of Europe’s fastest-growing startup festivals