Breaking Boundaries at Global Startup Awards

At WearTechClub, we believe in building technology that empowers people and we know that real impact happens when visionary ideas meet communities bold enough to bring them to life. This belief found its perfect reflection at this year’s Global Startup Awards (GSA), where our founder, Özgül Dalkılıç, took the stage in Istanbul to represent WearTechClub in front of a truly global audience. Hosted in one of the world’s most vibrant startup capitals, GSA 2025 gathered brilliant entrepreneurs, investors, innovators, and policymakers from three continents and over 120 countries. From day one, the event radiated with fresh energy, bold conversations, and a shared drive to shape what’s next not just for startups, but for entire industries and communities.

A Spotlight on Women Leading the Future

Among the highlights of the event was the inspiring "Diamonds of the Startup World: Women Founders Stage", dedicated to elevating the voices of women building category-defining companies. Özgül was honored to speak on this stage, sharing the WearTechClub journey from the spark of an idea to an international wearable tech brand focused on human-first design.

"Being a part of this movement where passion meets purpose and innovation meets empathy is exactly why we do what we do. It’s never just about the product. It’s about how it makes people feel, move, and live better." Özgül Dalkılıç

As a Turkish woman founder, taking part in this prestigious moment was more than a personal milestone. It was a reflection of the broader shift happening in the startup world: a world that’s becoming more inclusive, more values-driven, and more fearless in the face of change.

A Gathering of Global Changemakers

GSA isn’t just an award show. It’s a platform that amplifies new voices, accelerates cross-border collaboration, and recognizes founders who are solving real problems with meaningful tech. From health to sustainability, fashion to AI, the conversations this year all pointed to one clear theme: startups are not just responding to the future they’re designing it.

For WearTechClub, this gathering was also a powerful reminder of our mission: to create wearable technologies that blend seamlessly into life, protect personal data, and respect the individual behind every device. Being surrounded by like-minded pioneers reminded us that while the journey is never linear, it’s always worth taking especially when shared with a community this ambitious.

What’s Next?

As we return from GSA with new connections, insights, and a deep sense of purpose, we’re more committed than ever to building the future we want to live in. We’re grateful to the Global Startup Awards team for creating a space that celebrates both innovation and intention and for giving founders like Özgül a chance to represent bold ideas on a world stage.

Thank you to everyone who made this event unforgettable. We leave inspired, energized, and ready to keep pushing boundaries together.

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