Plug and Play Tirana Expo

Plug and Play Tirana Expo

We are excited to welcome you to Expo, the grand finale of the Plug and Play Tirana Accelerator Program! Join us on October 16–17, 2025, at the iconic Pyramid of Tirana on Innovation Hub, for an inspiring celebration of innovation and entrepreneurship.

Discover Albania’s vibrant startup scene, see cutting-edge ideas in action, and connect with the people driving the region’s tech future. Meet the founders, watch them pitch, and celebrate the growth we’ve built together.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• 20+ Startup Pitches & Demonstrations
• 30+ international speakers will be featured, including industry experts, Big Tech representatives, VCs, investors, and many more.
• Multi-themed stages running in parallel, catering to startups, investors, and corporations.
• Expo Hall: Meet Plug and Play Tirana startups
• Keynote Speeches & Expert Panels
• Networking with Startups, Corporates, Investors & Partners

FEATURED SPEAKERS & MULTI-THEMED STAGES

The Expo will bring together visionary leaders, pioneering founders, global investors, corporate innovators, and government representatives to share insights, celebrate achievements, and set the course for the future of innovation in the Balkans.

Across two dynamic days, the Pyramid of Tirana will transform into a festival of ideas with multiple stages and experiences:

Center Stage: The heart of the Expo. Kicking off with the opening ceremony and welcoming remarks by Mr. Edi Rama, Prime Minister of Albania, Mr. Saeed Amidi, Founder & CEO Plug and Play, and Mr. Michael D. Granof, Chairman of the Board of Trustees at AADF, then followed up with graduation of our startups, inspiring keynotes, fireside chats, and Startup Talks that spotlight the future of entrepreneurship.

Themed Stages: From deep dives into AI, fintech, health, govtech, cybersecurity, and marketplaces to investor talks and partner showcases, each stage is designed to spark learning and collaboration.

Innovation Walks & Live Demos: Step beyond the stage into hands-on experiences, test new technologies, explore startup booths, and take part in interactive partner activities.

Breakout Sessions & Spotlight Talks: Open Innovation workshops, startup insights, and community-driven discussions where ideas meet action.

Networking & Closing Events: Dedicated moments to connect with fellow innovators, investors, and partners. Followed by an after-party to close the Expo in style.

SUPPORTED BY OUR PARTNERS

• Albanian-American Development Foundation (AADF)
• IDEMIA Smart Identity
• Municipality of Tirana
• Pyramid of Tirana
• Innovation Hub

PROGRAM STARTUPS

3i solutions, Alphatechs, Axiom Breach, Baboon atWork, Bliss, Dataplayer, Dialogo, Doll'App, DuaDok, EU Presence, GROWSOFT SHPK (Roaadent), Infinitcode AI, InsectIntel, KaKtu, kidsday, NEKOD, Patoko, RPay, Synaps, T-Blocks, Wolf Technologies, XY CYBER

EVENT DETAILS

📅 Dates: Thursday–Friday, October 16–17, 2025

📍 Location: Pyramid of Tirana – Innovation Hub, Tirana, Albania

👉 The full agenda will be announced soon. Together, we are committed to building bridges between Albania, the Balkans, and Silicon Valley, unlocking opportunities for startups to grow, scale, and thrive.

Whether you’re here to explore new ventures, build meaningful connections, or simply be inspired, this is the place to be for innovation in Albania.

We can’t wait to see you there! 🚀

Your Plug and Play Tirana Team