We represent

ICT sector in Eastern Slovakia

We create an environment where talented people can progress and find jobs with high added value and where companies can grow and develop.

IT of Eastern Slovakia in figures

We collect and provide data to enhance the region’s appeal to investors, helping to stimulate economic growth.

1,334

active ICT entities (2024, Košice)

+ 12.7%

81,167

number of people working in ICT (Q2 2025, Slovakia)

– 0.8%

€2,692

average salary of an employee in the ICT sector (Q2 2025, Slovakia)

+ 8.2%

5.3%

unemployment rate (Q2 2025, Slovakia)

+ 0.1 p.p.

€2.6 billion

revenue from goods and services in ICT (Q2 2025, Slovakia)

+ 3.4%

962

university graduates with a focus on ICT in Košice (2024)

+ 21.2%

17.2%

women in Tech (2024, Slovakia)

– 0.2 p.p.

Upcoming events

Check out the selection of events from Košice IT Valley and its members for the upcoming months.

Startup Awards 2025 Final

The final of Startup Awards Slovakia 2025 (27 November, National Theatre Košice) will bring 9 top startups, investors and a keynote from Uri Levin, founder of Waze and Moovit. The teams will compete for €250,000 from the Seed Starter Fund. Inspiration, networking and energy of the Slovak startup scene in one place.

Christmas networking

For members

The Košice IT Valley Christmas Party will take place on 4 December 2025 at the Bankov Hotel in Great Gatsby style. Two representatives from each member company are invited. It will also include a fundraiser in support of the Sisters of Congregatio Jesu in Jarovnice. Registration by invitation only.

Activities Košice IT Valley

What activities do we have in our portfolio?

Other

Supporting communities

We believe that active and connected communities is what form the foundation of an innovative and sustainable ecosystem. We bring together people who want to grow and share experiences – from UX designers and project managers to women working in IT and entrepreneurship.

Eastern Slovakia

ESG Awards

The ESG Awards is the awarding of Košice IT Valley prizes for companies and individuals who significantly contribute to the sustainable development of the Eastern Slovakia region and demonstrate exceptional results in the field of environmental, social and governance aspects of business.

Other

Networking meetings

Košice IT Valley creates a space for regular meetings of key players in the technology sector, which enables the creation of synergies and connections.

Become a member of Košice IT Valley

Are you interested in becoming a member of our association? Contact us and we will get back to you!

We represent

IT of Eastern Slovakia in figures

Upcoming events

Startup Awards 2025 Final

Christmas networking

For members

Activities Košice IT Valley

Supporting communities

ESG Awards

Networking meetings

Become a member of Košice IT Valley

Košice IT Valley

For members

For media