First Sandbox Dinner in Prague by Tomas Laboutka and Zdenek Fous
The inauguratory Sandbox dinner in Prague took place on Tuesday 29th June, in a great restaurant “Potrefená Husa”, providing the attendees with a mix of quality Czech cuisine with the option to grab a glass of traditional beer.
The dinner was hosted by the two local ambassadors Tomas Laboutka and Zdenek Fous. Both of them also lead FL Ventures – a company focused on creating successful businesses from innovative ideas. They are bridging the innovators and start-up entrepreneurs with necessary contacts, investments and business know-how. Tomas and Zdenek invited 8 talented individuals for the dinner; majority of them also entrepreneurs, which have achieved something special for their age and they have built strong visions and discovered drive that fuels their lives. Naturally, the entrepreneurial spirit, launching of ventures and the perils on the road, became one of the main topics to discuss on the dinner. For example, Sandbox member and Partner at Ask designers Ryan Cole presented his views on the differences between the US, Dutch and Czech business environment, especially in respect to work efficiency and price levels. Radka Kucerova who worked 2 years in investment banking in London for Credit Suisse pointed out to the market differences between UK and CEE and the prospective venture start-ups. Jan Rieger discussed the generous governmental financial support, he secured for his new venture in magnetic resonance.
Overall the dinner was a great success as Pavel Prouza (from Brandz Friendz) posted it on Facebook: “Sandbox dinner – what an excellent evening! Met many interesting, spirited people from different business fields, we all shared one thing. Passion.” Next dinner in Prague is planned for the first two weeks in August – feel free to come and let’s make things happen.
On the 5. August 2010 at 12:38 o'Clock
This was a great evening. An eclectic and engaging bunch.