Building a Network of Visionary Leaders

Here to empower young entrepreneurs with action-oriented resources, mentorship, and access to a global network of business leaders.

Join Our Community

A joyful image of a team gathering together looking through their computer device

What We Do

Friends of Bata is a platform that empowers the next generation of global entrepreneurs. We equip students with the tools and skills needed to launch successful ventures and develop essential entrepreneurial expertise.

About Us

Bachelor in Entrepreneurship Welcome Day at H-Farm College

As learning partners of the bachelor, we are committed to supporting student's journeys by providing resources, mentorship, and real-world case studies that reflect the needs of today’s business landscape.

View event

Open Bata at Aubonne Tennis Club

Every year we sponsor the BataOpen tournament in Switzerland to foster leadership and healthy competition among the next generation of leaders.

View event

JA Czech 2024 Expo student fair

The winners will advance to the National Finals with the chance to represent the Czech Republic at the European Finals in Catania, Sicily!

View event

UTB Online Session with FreshLabels Founder

Online session with the top students from Tomas Bata University in Zlín and the founder of Freshlabels, Jakub Veselsky.

View event

H-Farm College

We are happy to be Learning Partners of H-Farm college and actively support their Bachelor in Entrepreneurship and Innovation.

View event

Lumina Summer School

We hosted students at H-FARM’s scenic campus near Venice for a hands-on learning experience focused on “Managing Business Projects in Fast-Changing Competitive Landscapes.”

View event

YoungPreneurs Final 2024

Award Nights of the Youngpreneurs.org teams from Bern and Biel. We congratulate the winning teams Osmority, Tyave and Youngjobs!

View event

Zlínský Barcamp

The event hosted more than 500 participants, moving between free lectures, workshops, panel discussions, and of course... the competition!

View event

Thomas Bata University

Our Director Thomas Archer Bata welcoming the students on the latest startup competition.

View event

Case Studies

Discover how our collaborators are transforming industries and driving innovation.

FROOTS

Learn how FROOTS, a Vienna-based WealthTech startup, blends AI and transparency to make investment solutions accessible to a new generation.

Download

Circular Economy

Learn how to drive sustainable business success by integrating circular economy principles into entrepreneurship, using real-world case studies of disruptive European startups.

Download

Aticco Ventures

Discover how Adrian Escabias navigated the entrepreneurial landscape to create a thriving startup ecosystem, offering key insights on resilience, funding, and community-driven innovation.

Download

Time Tennis

Explore the challenges of setting up an international tournament for disrupting the sport of Tennis for the modern age!

Download

Winqs

Explore the struggles of building a sustainable sports brand while raising 6 digits capital with Wiqns!

Download

Nurturing a Legacy of Entrepreneurship

Friends of Bata carries forward the Bata family’s legacy of innovation and entrepreneurship. Our mission is to foster responsible business growth by supporting projects and entrepreneurs that champion responsible capitalism.

What Drives Us

Innovation

We foster new ideas to drive growth and create sustainable impact.

Entrepreneurship

We inspire and support global startups with the resources needed to succeed.

Collaboration

We encourage partnerships and shared learning across sectors.

Transparency

We champion openness and clear communication.

Curiosity

We instill a passion for learning and creativity in everything we do.

Embark on a successful entrepreneurship journey.

Join us to grow the next generation of entrepreneurs with resources, content, and mentorship, whether you're a student seeking to grow or a mentor ready to guide.