Collaboration over Individualism
We prioritize deep, long-term collaboration over solo visibility or short-term gain. Progress is collective or it doesn’t count.
Empowering Polish culture and talent to drive world-leading impact via soft-power networks.
Soft power is created when trusted relationships help talent, ideas, capital, knowledge and opportunity move across borders.
VISTULA
VALLEY
How We Move Together
Our mission and DNA set the destination; our values set the course. We are a global network of the bright minds of Poland, its diaspora, and international partners.
United in a thriving community of leaders, founders, scientists, engineers, investors, artists, designers, and entrepreneurs
— all connected by shared culture and ambition.
The Vistula Valley Compass
These four principles guide every collaboration, partnership, and decision we make:
Merit over Status
People are recognized by substance, track record, and integrity — not titles, age, or hierarchy. Respect is earned, never assumed.
Global Reach, Local Roots
We exist to build international partnerships and amplify ecosystems, not to replace them. We are the connective layer that strengthens others by going global.
Paying Success Forward
Success carries an obligation to give back non-transactionally and support others without keeping score.
In our first year, we built a thriving foundation:
230+
community members
13
events hosted in 7 global cities
Hundreds
of curated introductions
3
official chapters
1
high-engagement community platform
We are transitioning from vision to coordinated global action:
Institutional Foundation
We are registered as a California Mutual Benefit Membership Corporation and have appointed the board to lead the transition into global action.
Membership & Network
Introducing formal membership structures, a professionalized onboarding process, and an internal member map to facilitate high-value collaboration across our global community.
Global Hubs
Launching official chapters in San Francisco, New York, and Warsaw while uniting strategic partners around shared objectives to amplify our collective soft-power impact.
Digital & Global Presence
Creating a growth ecosystem for founders, launching our official digital presence, and hosting our first anniversary during the 2026 Global Polonia Summit in Miami.
In Their Own Words
“As someone who spends time between Cambridge and Warsaw, I know firsthand how much it matters to have a community that truly bridges both worlds.”Read moreRead less — Prof. Aleksandra Przegalińska's testimonial
“As someone who spends time between Cambridge and Warsaw, I know firsthand how much it matters to have a community that truly bridges both worlds. Vistula Valley Club is exactly that, a network where Polish founders, scientists, and innovators don't just exchange business cards, but actually build trust, share knowledge, and open doors for one another. In an era when AI and technology are reshaping entire industries, the connections forged here translate into real collaboration across ecosystems. I'm proud to be part of a community that is quietly building Poland's global soft power, one conversation at a time.”
“For me personally, Vistula Valley is much more than a professional network—it is a community that connects the Polish diaspora across borders and generations.”Read moreRead less — Tomasz Trzciński's testimonial
“For me personally, Vistula Valley is much more than a professional network—it is a community that connects the Polish diaspora across borders and generations. It creates a space where people support one another regardless of their career stage or life path, while building meaningful relationships rooted in trust and shared values. By strengthening connections between Poland and innovation hubs around the world—especially Silicon Valley—it helps ideas, opportunities, and people move in both directions.”
“If you're heading to San Francisco and need support, there's no better place to start than Vistula Valley.”Read moreRead less — Tomasz Karwatka's testimonial
“If you're heading to San Francisco and need support, there's no better place to start than Vistula Valley. It's a community of people who genuinely believe in Polish companies and open doors for Polish entrepreneurs in Silicon Valley. Just being part of it has already brought me a lot of value. I'm glad it exists and I hope it keeps growing!”
“For me, Vistula Valley is above all a group of ambitious, generous people who share their experience, contacts and concrete advice — and genuinely root for one another.”Read moreRead less — Michał Bortkiewicz's testimonial
“For me, Vistula Valley is above all a group of ambitious, generous people who share their experience, contacts and concrete advice — and genuinely root for one another. I experienced this community's support myself while facing an important career decision: I gained a fresh perspective and was connected with people who helped me better understand my options and make a more informed choice.”
Chapters: Local Presence, Global Impact
SF Bay Area
- Michal Majerczak
VV Chapter Head, founder and operator
New York
- Pawel Benedykcinski
VV Chapter Head and president of the Polish American Business Club
Warsaw
- Bartek Kurylak
VV Chapter Head, VC investor and entrepreneur
Vistula Valley Partners
Organizations that back the movement with their expertise, pro bono.
- AIUS
JOIN THE REBIRTH
The world is waiting for you. If you are a leader, founder, scientist, or artist connected with our culture and ambition, it is time to amplify our collective impact. Join us as we transition from vision to coordinated global action.
The Faces Behind the Movement
Vistula Valley is built through its community and stewarded by its Board and Chapter Heads.
