named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Slovak Finance Conference
Professional gathering in New York for Slovak finance experts to discuss trends, investments, and economic opportunities related to Slovakia.
Slovak PRO House @ SXSW
Networking and showcase initiative during the South by Southwest festival in Austin, Texas, providing Slovak companies and professionals a platform to present innovations and connect with global partners.
Slovak PRO Summit
Annual flagship event bringing together Slovak professionals from North America and Slovakia for networking, keynote speeches, and discussions on innovation, investment, and diaspora engagement.
Slovak Tech Conference
Event focused on technology and innovation, connecting Slovak entrepreneurs and tech leaders in San Francisco with peers and opportunities in Silicon Valley.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Professional Networking Events 2 activities
- Builds and maintains a professional network for Slovak professionals in North AmericaSupports an engaged community of over 3,000 Slovak professionals across multiple cities in North America through ongoing networking and community-building initiatives.
- Hosts annual Slovak PRO Summit for diaspora leadersConvenes over 200 Slovak professionals and leaders annually from North America, Slovakia, and other regions for a full-day program focused on collaboration across business, science, education, government, and the arts, with summits held in New York and other locations since 2023.
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Startup Acceleration & Business Growth Support 1 activity
- Facilitates business connections and startup support for Slovak entrepreneursEnables business development by facilitating hundreds of business connections and supporting Slovak startups in presenting to potential consumers, partners, and investors, including helping companies like Zooza enter the American market.
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Cultural Exchange and Community Integration Events 1 activity
- Organizes professional and cultural events for Slovak professionalsHosts dozens of events annually—including networking gatherings, cultural exchanges, and professional development programs—across multiple U.S. cities and expanded to Canadian cities and Florida, with over 40 events hosted in 2024 alone.
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Professional Association Capacity Building 1 activity
- Strengthens global Slovak professional networks through capacity buildingSupports other organizations in strengthening the global Slovak professional community by sharing resources and expertise.
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Fundraising for Community and Charitable Initiatives 1 activity
- Supports professional and cultural programming through donated fundsUses sponsor donations and contributed funds to maintain accessibility of programs and services for the Slovak professional community.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Organizes Slovak PRO House at SXSW to showcase Slovak innovationEstablishes a dedicated networking hub at SXSW for Slovak companies to present innovations in technology, business, and creativity, hosting nearly 500 attendees in 2026 and organizing presentations by 15 Slovak SMEs, TEDx Talks, and panels on U.S. market entry and immigration.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$133K
Contributions & grants$133K100%
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expenses
Total expenses$69K
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balance sheet
Total assets$97K
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Net assets$97K
1 years on record · 2025–2025
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 2
- GABRIELA ZAHORANSKA — BOARD MEMBER
- VLADIMIR LACKOVIC — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 60
Who they work with
- AT&T Partner — Featured insights from AT&T leadership at Slovak PRO House @ SXSW 2026 as part of industry engagement programming.
- Andrej Kiska ml. Partner — Sponsor providing financial support for programs and services
- Anton Zajac Partner — Sponsor providing financial support for programs and services
- Betterstack Partner — Partner organization linked through logo on sponsors page
- Capitol Factory Partner — Facilitated Slovak company participation in niche startup ecosystem events during SXSW 2024.
- Consulate General of Slovakia in New York Government — Supports the Slovak PRO Summit 2025 and represented by Consul General Beatrice Szaboova
- Consulate General of the Slovak Republic in New York Partner — Collaborates on organizational and logistical support for events and hosts meetings between the Slovak community and prominent figures from Slovakia.
- Credo Ventures Partner — Partner organization linked through logo on sponsors page
- Crowdberry Partner — Partner organization linked through logo on sponsors page
- Dominik Zane Partner — Sponsor providing financial support for programs and services
- ESET Partner — Gold sponsor of the Slovak PRO Summit 2025
- Eldison Partner — Partner organization linked through logo on sponsors page
- FCSU Financial Partner — Platinum sponsor of the Slovak PRO Summit 2025
- Friends of Slovakia Partner — Partner organization linked through logo on sponsors page
- GBE Foundation Partner — Partner organization linked through logo on sponsors page
- Ivan Stano Partner — Sponsor providing financial support for programs and services
- Jan & Maria Hrabcak Partner — Sponsor providing financial support for programs and services
- Jana Ragucci Partner — Sponsor providing financial support for programs and services
- KInIT Partner — Bronze sponsor and co-organizer of the Slovak PRO Summit 2025
- Katarina Stefanikova Partner — Sponsor providing financial support for programs and services
- Kaya VC Partner — Partner organization linked through logo on sponsors page
- Kempelen Institute of Intelligent Technologies Partner — Partnered with Slovak PRO for the 2025 Summit to present research on the Slovak AI diaspora.
- Keyvisa Partner — Partner organization linked through logo on sponsors page
- Kinit Partner — Partner organization linked through logo on sponsors page
- Kusik Family Foundation Partner — Sponsor providing financial support for programs and services
- Leaf Partner — Partner organization linked through logo on sponsors page
- Lesko Family Partner — Sponsor providing financial support for programs and services
- Martin Michalko Partner — Sponsor providing financial support for programs and services
- Matej Hrescak Partner — Sponsor providing financial support for programs and services
- Michal Simkovic Partner — Sponsor providing financial support for programs and services
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strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Binational Relationship Building via Shared Professional Forumsmethodology: binational_relationship_buildingBy convening Slovak and American leaders in shared professional and cultural forums, the organization strengthens bilateral relationships because cross-national collaboration built on peer-level expertise fosters trust and mutual investment.
- Community-Based Engagement for Professional and Cultural Developmentmethodology: community-based_engagementBy offering professional, cultural, and educational programming tailored to Slovak professionals in North America, the organization strengthens diaspora identity and engagement because shared cultural and career-focused experiences foster belonging and sustained participation.
- Diaspora Bridge-Building Through Cross-Sector Networkingmethodology: diaspora-bridge_buildingBy convening Slovak professionals across geographies and sectors, the organization strengthens ties between the diaspora and Slovakia because structured networking fosters mentorship, mutual support, and institutional collaboration that amplify collective impact.
- Informal Embassy Model to Elevate National Visibilitymethodology: informal-embassy_networkingBy positioning global events like SXSW as platforms for showcasing Slovak innovation, the organization increases Slovakia’s international visibility because high-profile, network-driven participation functions as an informal embassy that attracts partnerships and recognition.
- Leadership Empowerment Through Community Legacymethodology: leadership_empowerment_through_community_legacyBy grounding leadership development in shared community achievements and resilience, the organization enables Slovak leaders to navigate change because connecting personal growth to collective history strengthens agency and long-term commitment.