The Science and Technology Park of Montenegro is organizing Inno-Bootcamp (an early pre-acceleration program) titled “Transforming Research into Marketable Solutions and Startup Development.”

The program will be held at the building of the Science and Technology Park of Montenegro in Podgorica. It is intended for university researchers, decision-makers, representatives of the business sector (companies, business and cluster associations), as well as representatives of public institutions and civil society organizations active in the research and innovation ecosystem.

The Science and Technology Park of Montenegro is organizing this program as part of the project “R&I POLICY making, implementation ANd Support in the WEsteRn BalkanS,” abbreviated as POLICY ANSWERS, which is funded by the European Union through the Horizon Europe research and innovation program.

The main objective of the program

Inno-Bootcamp is a program designed to inspire researchers, innovators, and ecosystem actors to transform their ideas into sustainable market solutions and startups. The program enables participants to gain first-hand insight into the key catalysts of success — as well as the obstacles — that shape the journey of every innovator, while developing strategic thinking, determination, and the ability to create high-impact solutions.

Through hands-on work, mentorship support, and direct insight into the investor’s perspective, participants refine the skills necessary for presenting ideas, validating solutions, developing business models, and increasing the feasibility of startup ventures. Special focus is placed on transforming scientific research results into innovations that meet real market needs.

The program integrates technical expertise, entrepreneurial skills, and an understanding of the policies that shape the innovation ecosystem, creating an environment where ideas can grow and evolve into successful startups.

Inno-Bootcamp connects practice, knowledge, and strategy — empowering future leaders to create sustainable innovations and contribute to the global innovation ecosystem.

About the lecturer: Džordž Panagiotakopoulos (George Panagiotakopoulos)

In his work, George evaluates and supports the development of thousands of startups, helping teams transform their ideas into sustainable market solutions. As an adjunct lecturer at UC Berkeley, he conducts programs and workshops in the fields of innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology commercialization.

Before Berkeley, he worked as a serial entrepreneur and in Fortune 500 companies, where he developed go-to-market strategies, business models, and assessments of disruptive technology applications. He holds an MBA from UC Berkeley – Haas School of Business.

George brings a unique combination of practical experience, strategic thinking, and global best practices, making him an ideal speaker on the topic of transforming research into marketable solutions and building a startup ecosystem.

How to Apply

The program is designed for 15–20 participants. Participants will be selected based on their prior experience and demonstrated motivation to attend.

The program will be conducted in English. Participation is free of charge (no registration fee).

Interested candidates can apply through this online form.

Additional information about the program is available in the agenda.

The application deadline is November 27, 2025, and selected participants will be notified of the selection results by November 28, 2025, at the latest.

Contact:

Milica Božović, Science and Technology Park of Montenegro, [email protected]