Slovak PRO House @ SXSW

Slovak House at SXSW – Going BIG in Texas, bringing together founders, investors, public leaders, and partners to strengthen connections between Slovakia and the U.S. The event welcomed nearly 500 attendees from across the globe.

We were honored to welcome Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson, alongside SARIO and the Slovak Embassy, highlighting Slovakia’s growing role as an innovation and investment partner. The program also featured insights from global industry leaders, including AT&T and Q-Branch.

A highlight was the Slovak Innovation Showcase, where 15 Slovak companies presented to an audience. The day also included a discussion on U.S. market entry and immigration, moderated by Andrea Hrušovská with Martin Valko.

Slovak talent and innovation took center in Austin at “Going BIG in Texas: Slovak House,” a one-day event showcasing startups, tech innovation, and investment opportunities. Slovak PRO, led locally by Andrea and Jozef Hrusovski, organized the program with support from SARIO, the Slovak Embassy, and local partners, highlighting the strength of Slovaks across North America.

Fifteen Slovak SMEs presented solutions in AI, robotics, sustainable housing, and software, while SARIO, entrepreneurs, and local leaders shared insights on investment and U.S. market entry. TEDx Talks by Vlado Hruda, Marian Stahovec, and Niko Dubovsky highlighted Slovak success abroad.

The day closed with networking over authentic Slovak hospitality, demonstrating how Slovak PRO connects talent and ideas to build lasting global partnerships.

The Slovak PRO House at SXSW 2024 put Slovak innovation on a global stage, led locally by Andrea Hrusovska. The initiative created a dedicated space for Slovak companies to showcase technology, creativity, and business potential to an international audience.

Startups and established firms, including Touch4IT, Kreativ Gang, CloseRocket, Zepelin, and Zooza, connected with global partners, investors, and industry leaders, gaining exposure and forging valuable relationships. Highlights included meetings with Martin Valko, Honorary Consul of Slovakia in Texas, and Martin Viecha of Tesla, along with a special Tesla Gigafactory tour.

Through networking, cultural exchange, and high-impact interactions, the Slovak PRO House demonstrated the strength of Slovak talent abroad.