# Inna S Stelmakh

> Brussels-based startup PR powerhouse and Ukraine's tech ambassador. Inna is a solo adventurer and community builder who founded the UTEW Tech Tribe (3,300+ members). She specializes in bridging ecosystems, government relations, and helping startups navigate European markets with a focus on Web3 and ROI-driven strategy.

- **Role:** Startup PR Strategist at The Birb Nest
- **Organizations:** UTEW Tech Tribe, The Birb Nest, TechUkraine, LIFT99 Ukraine
- **Nationality:** Ukrainian
- **Education:** MBA, Singapore Management University
- **Known for:** Built UTEW Tech Tribe to over 3,300 members., Couchsurfed through 40+ countries while maintaining a professional career., Named a TechUkraine Changemaker.

## Career timeline

- **2009** — Joined Twitter as @instelmakh, beginning digital networking journey.
- **2016** — Co-founded UTEW Tech Tribe with Alexandra Govorukha following Web Summit.
- **2017-2018** — Spoke at major tech events in Kyiv, Lviv, Milan, Lisbon, and organized meetups at Lviv IT Arena and TNW Amsterdam.
- **2019** — Co-organized Ukrainian Tech Days at London Tech Week and Web Summit Surf Pitch Night.
- **2020** — Appointed Portal & International Network Lead of TechUkraine; named TechUkraine Changemaker.
- **2021** — Moved to Brussels and joined The Birb Nest, shifting focus to European startup PR.
- **2022+** — Rallied international support for Ukraine; focused on advocacy and utilizing network for humanitarian aid.
- **2025-2026** — Advising governments on attracting tech founders and Web3 strategy.

## Achievements

- Built UTEW Tech Tribe to over 3,300 members.
- Couchsurfed through 40+ countries while maintaining a professional career.
- Named a TechUkraine Changemaker.
- Co-organized Ukrainian Tech Days at London Tech Week and OurCrowd Israel.

## Latest updates

- **2025-2026** — Advising governments on attracting tech entrepreneurs and mapping global conference ROI.

## Links

- Website: https://yespress.io/innasstelmakh
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/inna-s-stelmakh-4b93ba20/
- Twitter/X: https://x.com/instelmakh
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innastelmakh/

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Profile page: https://yespress.io/innasstelmakh
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Last updated: 2026-04-15