Derrick Karani
Performance Ecommerce marketer.
Innovator to entrepreneur
7TH EDITION
Techstars startup weekend MEDIA NAIROBI
3rd NOV - 5TH NOV, 2023
Harnessing technology for media disruption and growth.
Techstars Startup Weekend MEDIA Nairobi
Learn how to think, work, and build like a startup in 54 thrilling hours. Techstars Startup Weekend is an exciting and immersive foray into the world of startups. Over an action-packed three days, you’ll meet the very best mentors, investors, co-founders and sponsors to show you how to get more done faster — and, maybe even start that business.
why
startup weekend
Connect with other creators
Connect with other passionate people driven to build something new. Rich and diverse talent is a Techstars staple. There is no better place to meet new friends, colleagues, mentors or co-founders and investors.
Learn from the best
Learn what it really takes to innovate, disrupt and start a company from people who’ve been there. It’s deep experiential learning guided by an experienced hand.
Start Something great
Techstars Startup Weekend is designed to get you going. Fast. Your local organizers will set up the ideal environment for you to be successful and learn as much as possible in just 54 hours.
Take it deep
Sometimes what you really need is to go to the next level. Startup Weekend also goes deep on specific topics or skill sets. Just what you need to progress quickly.
meet
our mentors.
The mentors
Mentors will play a crucial role by providing guidance, support, and knowledge to you and help you navigate the challenges and maximize your learning experience.
Brian Mwaura
Business Strategist and founder
Waihiga K. Muturi
PR | Innovation Specialist | Author
Zee Gitahi
Operations Consultant
Fraiser Kilonzo
Cybersecurity Engineer, Cyberguard
Mary Ndinda
CFO at Tramigo Africa
Dean Gichukie
Co-founder at Quikk
meet
our judges.
the judges
Judges will evaluate and score the team performances and submissions based on apredetermined criteria, ensuring fairness and objectivity in determining winners or outcomes.
Sandeep Main
KPMG East Africa
Weever Mbakaya
Head of Product, Marketforce
meet
our TRAINERS.
the trainers
The trainers will offer masterclasses that will help you build better after.
Brian Mwaura
Business Strategist and founder
Zee Gitahi
Operations Consultant
schedule
details
Day 1
November 3, 2023
Registration & Check In
Magothe Innocent
Team Lead at Startinev
Introduction and Welcoming Remarks
Magothe Innocent
Team Lead at Startinev
Pitching Starts
Magothe Innocent
Team Lead at Startinev
Voting
Magothe Innocent
Team Lead at Startinev
Team Formation
Magothe Innocent
Team Lead at Startinev
Snacks and departure
Magothe Innocent
Team Lead at Startinev
Day 2
November 4, 2023
Design thinking workshop
Brian Mwaura
Business Strategist and founder
Work starts and mentorship
Fraiser Kilonzo
Cybersecurity Engineer, Cyberguard
Lunch
Lean Canva Model Workshop
Waihiga K. Muturi
PR | Innovation Specialist | Author
Work and mentorship
Dean Gichukie
Co-founder at Quikk
Snacks and departure
Day 3
November 5, 2023
Workshop
Zee Gitahi
Operations Consultant
Work continues
Magothe Innocent
Team Lead at Startinev
Pitchdeck Submission
Lunch
Magothe Innocent
Team Lead at Startinev
Keynote and partners
Pitching
Judging
Winner announcement and Closing
Sandeep Main
KPMG East Africa
Networking and Snacks
Magothe Innocent
Team Lead at Startinev
hurry up!
Last year our tickets sold out fast so don’t miss.
pricing
plans
sponsors & partners
GLOBAL Sponsor
PRESENTING partner
PARTICIPATING Sponsor
Community partNer
PRIZE Sponsor
PAST WINNERS
Techstars Startup Weekend Nairobi has produced incredible startups and founders over the years and here are some of them.
Edition 6 Winner
Nanny Linked
NannyLinked is a web app solving the challenges faced by families in Africa to find reliable nannies. Nanny Linked connects families to nannies and vice versa, making it easier for families to find trustworthy, qualified caregivers.