Today, I am incredibly proud to announce that our Boot Camp project from Kharkiv IT Cluster has won the Ukrainian Enterprise Promotion Awards 2024, organized by the Ministry of Economy of Ukraine, Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine, Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine, and the European Union in Ukraine.
Out of 119 projects from across Ukraine, we were one of six winners and received the nomination for «Investing in Entrepreneurial Skills».
This victory is more than just an award. It’s a celebration that belongs to everyone who believed in, supported, and grew with this initiative, alongside the IT community of Kharkiv during extraordinary challenges.
It all began with a simple question: how can we help young people, our future engineers and entrepreneurs, find their path amidst the chaos of war, economic challenges, and uncertainty?
The modern world requires more than just theory—it demands action. This is where Kharkiv IT Cluster has taken the initiative, believing that even in the darkest times, innovation and progress can become a light guiding the way forward.
Imagine a young student full of potential but lacking the practical experience needed to realize their dreams. For many, this is the point where their ambitions stall. However, our Boot Camp has become the springboard that helped them leap forward.
Four seasons, 355 participants who, under the guidance of our team and incredible industry mentors, took a step into the unknown and grew with us. 35% of participants found jobs or internships, and 5% became startup founders. These are not just numbers; these are personal stories of transformation, resilience, and success.
And most importantly, students who had no experience yesterday are now attracting investments, leading companies, and creating opportunities for others. This is the best proof that our idea works, and that even in challenging conditions, Ukrainian talents are thriving.
Thank you to every company that supported us — Veramed, CHI Software, APIBEST, Akvelon, Inc., Quantum, Intellias, ErgoServ, AltexSoft, MobiDev, Chainza.io, Viseven, GoITeens — IT Academy for teens and kids, SevenPro, ARTJOKER Software, EPAM Systems, GoIT - start your career in IT, Beetroot Academy, INSART, Stream Team, Sigma Software Group, It-Jim — you have become an integral part of this success. Together, we are building a future where the brightest talents are not just dreaming, but taking action.
For our investors, the future has never looked so promising. And for those who have not yet joined Kharkiv IT Cluster, now is the time to take action. Join us, and let’s create the future together!
Thank you to everyone who has become a part of this success. The best is yet to come. 💪
Alex Medovoi Igor Braginsky Eugene Katrich Oleksandr Kolb Valery Krasovsky Oleksii Radchenko Vasyl Soloshchuk 🇺🇦🇺🇸 Alex Kholodenko Dmytro Yakovliev Yulia Svyrydenko Елена Лоенко Uliana Shumei Валерія Глущенко Svitlana Iakovlieva Snizhana Horni