Tal Catran

Accelerators Guru & International Keynote Speaker ■ Startups Ecosystem Builder ■ Startup Nation & TEDx Speaker ■ 📍Visit my website for more info ⬇️

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2023 Reflections

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השנה החדשה הגיעה בלי סיום אמיתי לקודמתה – רק המשכיות של כאב, קרע וחטופים שלא חוזרים. ובכל זאת, ממשיכים לנשום, לחיות, לחלום ולקוות. 🙏
מי ייתן והשנה תביא רוגע, בריאות, אהבה, איחוד וחזרת החטופים במהרה. שנה טובה לעם ישראל 🇮🇱✨

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My article in the Azeri Observer (Spring 2025 issue) explores an essential question: how do we move from building wealth to building a lasting legacy?

Read more in Azeri Observer, Issue №47 (2025).
Link: https://t.co/jJ9q6GL3KM

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Creativity is the best gym for business focus and innovation 💡
Invest2Create- we see you from zero to hero!

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To all my Romanian friends, partners, and startuppers- Happy National Flag Day! 🇷🇴
Your energy, resilience, and creativity embody the spirit behind the tricolor.
Proud to know and work with such inspiring people.

#Romania #NationalFlagDay2025 #Innovation #Startups #RomanianPride

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CraZzy Family includes: CraZzy Bear, CraZzy Chameleon, CraZzy Mosquito, CraZzy Gifts and CraZzy Aghabala Chaykofski.

🔗 Visit us: https://t.co/ZXrmdP2ib4
👉Apply to join our investors pool or portfolio startups: https://t.co/ItTjvBqVBL

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🤝Meeting Kamil Bagirov, founder of CraZzy Family at Invest2Create, was exceptional and refreshing. From discussing the unique conceptual restaurants of the CraZzy Family, we moved to Foodtech, Cultech, Traveltech and onwards to investments in startups and growing businesses.

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targeting seed and strategic investments in culture, gaming and creative industries tech & projects, has in addition the capacity of investment readiness, international network as well as a supportive partners.

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and creative industries in Azerbaijan and the region.

🔗Visit us for more info: https://t.co/ZXrmdP2ib4
🔗Visit Kinobox: https://t.co/fFj9jjLIox

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Manhattan Vibes, Global Impact! 🎬🌍

Little did I know that a spontaneous street encounter with Elvin Abdulla, founder of Kinobox, would lead to an exciting addition to the Invest2Create (I2C) portfolio.

Kinobox is an online cinema streaming platform for Azerbaijani films,

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promoting the nation's cinematic heritage and making local productions accessible to all.

At I2C, we’re proud to back visionary founders like Elvin. Our investment house focuses on seed and strategic investments across culture, gaming,

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It was a pleasure to meet many dear friends and colleagues who continue to strengthen this unique partnership.

✨Today, as Azerbaijan marks Victory Day, the spirit of unity and resilience that binds our nations feels especially poignant.

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🇮🇱🇦🇿Yesterday, I had the honor to attend the reception hosted by Israel’s Ambassador to Azerbaijan, and my dear friend Mr. George Deek celebrating Israel’s 77th Independence Day. The event was a wonderful reminder of the strong and growing friendship between Israel and Azerbaijan

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rooted deeply in the connections between our peoples.

Both Ambassador Deek and Minister of Economy Mikayil Jabbarov delivered meaningful statements highlighting the importance of our cooperation and shared values.

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3️⃣ The region’s talent is raw, bold, and world-class.
4️⃣ Creativity can drive real social and environmental impact.

Invest2Create investment house is where creativity & culture bland into innovation and tech, visit us: https://t.co/ZXrmdP2ib4 🚀🔥

Don't Hesitate, Invest2Create!

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🔥 I had an amazing time participating in the Baku Flames International Festival of Creativity and Effectiveness 2025!

Here are my top takeaways:
1️⃣ Creativity unites across cultures and industries.
2️⃣ The best ideas blend data with emotion.

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Kudos, you're all winners!🎉

BitMasters
Compotgames
DarkNight Studio
DevArt Studio
Eclipse Interactive
ETU
Leaves
NoStudio
PixelNodes
TrojanHourse Studio
Untitle
Virtue
Voyagers

See you on the next GameJem!👋🏻

💡 Don't Hesitate, Invest2Create.
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Managing Partner

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Another successful GameJem 2025, coducted by Gamepons, showcasing 13 game studios! The shining point for me as Managing Partner of Invest2Create was that all the games where related to the Turkic culture, and the teams found create ways to immerse is into their game's narratives

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🔊I'm delighted to participate in 'The best experience in mentoring and coaching" organized by Magen David International Center for Women and “Qadınların İnkişafına və Maarifləndirilməsinə Dəstək” İctimai Birliyi

Don't Hesitate, Invest2Create! 🚀🚀🚀
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Managing Partner

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Keep dreaming boldly, acting bravely, and believing in the power of your ideas. The world needs what you’re creating!

🌟Here’s to your success, today and every day 🥂

Don't Hesitate, Invest2Create! 🚀🚀🚀
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Managing Partner

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🇦🇿 Happy Azerbaijani Entrepreneurs’ Day! 🚀

Today we celebrate the visionaries, risk-takers, and innovators who are shaping the future of Azerbaijan through courage, creativity, and resilience.

@sahibkarlar @smbgovaz

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On behalf of I2C I wish to congratulate all Azerbaijani entrepreneurs:

Your determination to build, grow, and lead, even in the face of challenges, inspires not only your communities, but the entire region. You are the driving force behind progress, opportunity, and innovation.