Like any good startup, the SUS journey has been one of humble beginnings, hard work and a constant aim to improve.

Born in 2012, out of a desire to ignite the entrepreneurial community in Scotland, Startup Summit has since transformed into an international festival of entrepreneurship. Along the way we’ve hosted editions in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Abu Dhabi, alongside our annual showpiece in our hometown Edinburgh, and supported thousands of entrepreneurs at every stage of their development.

At Startup Summit, we’re committed to bringing together a diverse range of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. This means international heavyweights share the stage with local success stories, pioneers meet disruptors, serial entrepreneurs mix with those just getting started, wisdom is passed on and invaluable connections are made.