Start in Istanbul

Start in Istanbul is a platform that highlights the vibrancy of Istanbul’s startup ecosystem, promotes collaboration among ecosystem partners, and serves as a source of information, inspiration, and networking for entrepreneurs who want to start, grow, and go global from Istanbul.

Start in Istanbul is an initiative of Istanbul Development Agency (ISTKA). Under the Turkish Ministry of Industry and Technology, ISTKA works towards building and promoting Istanbul’s startup ecosystem with tailor-made grants and services for ecosystem actors.