Techstars Welcomes New Startup Community Partner: Uzbekistan

Feb 04, 2026
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Techstars Startup Community Partnerships provide a clear framework and global support to build stronger, more connected entrepreneurial ecosystems. Drawing on more than two decades of experience, these partnerships bring structure, alignment, and momentum to the complex work of community building.

Techstars is excited to welcome its newest Startup Community Partner:

Combining the institutional support of UzVC with Hackonnect’s seven-year track record of hosting 9+ Startup Weekends, Techstars Uzbekistan provides a global gateway for regional entrepreneurs. Our partnership unlocks the world’s most powerful startup network, offering unprecedented access to mentorship and international growth for local founders.

Techstars is thrilled to partner with Uzbekistan to support ambitious founders in shaping their bold ideas and scaling their companies.


UzVC — the national venture fund of funds established to catalyze Uzbekistan’s venture capital market. UzVC focuses on attracting local and international private VC firms, connecting domestic startups with investors, and delivering strategic incubation and acceleration programs.

Hackonnect — a Tashkent-based program management company specializing in hackathons, incubation, and acceleration programs. It focuses on building communities and bottom-up startup ecosystem activities for founders in Central Asia.