Meet the Future of Deep Tech: EmpoWomen Cohort 2 Takes the Stage at How To Web

Experience the power of innovation as women founders pitch game-changing solutions set to transform industries.

Building on the success of its first edition, EmpoWomen is thrilled to present its next wave of innovators at the EmpoWomen Cohort 2 Demo Day at How To Web in Bucharest, Romania, on 30 September 2025. This event will feature 14 groundbreaking women-led deep tech startups from across Europe, ready to pitch their ideas to investors, industry leaders, and the tech community.

All 14 startups will also exhibit at the How to Web conference on 1–2 October, offering even more opportunities to connect with the brightest minds in European deep tech innovation.

“This isn’t just another pitch event; it’s a chance to meet the future of deep tech”

Marta Fernández, Empowomen Programme Coordinator

What to Expect at Demo Day

14 Deep Tech Pitches: Hear directly from founders as they showcase their disruptive solutions.
Live Jury Selection: A panel of expert judges will select the top three startups, with winners announced on stage at How to Web.
Exclusive Networking: Engage with investors, industry leaders, and the visionary founders shaping Europe’s deep tech future.

Agenda – 30 September

17:00–17:30: Doors open & networking
17:30–17:45: Welcome by partners
17:45–20:20: Startup pitches
20:20–21:00: Networking

Location: Impact Hub Bucharest Universitate, Strada Tudor Arghezi 8-10, Bucharest, Romania

About EmpoWomen

EmpoWomen is a two-year initiative (2024–2025) funded by the European Union under grant agreement no. 101120693. It supports women-led deep tech startups in Europe’s Widening Area countries with equity-free funding, mentorship, and access to a powerful network of investors and partners.

By levelling the playing field, EmpoWomen aims to promote gender equality, diversity, and innovation across Europe’s startup ecosystem.

Consortium Partners: Sploro, TechUkraine, Startup Wise Guys, Business Angels Europe
Jury Members: Kristiana Kuneva (The Recursive), Mārtiņš Pjalkovskis (BADideas.fund), Raluca Negrea (Bravva Angels), Bogdan Pasca (Early Game Ventures)