Founded in 2013 as a family-run workshop in northeastern Poland, 4 Szpaki (4 Starlings in English) is a purpose-driven company specializing in handmade, natural cosmetics products. Driven by a deep commitment toward people and the planet, 4 Szpaki crafts and sells over 150 vegan products made from high-quality, natural raw materials.  

CoopTech Hub is Poland’s first cooperative technology center, founded in 2021 by 30 founding members of PLZ Cooperative. Its mission is to make innovation accessible to everyone by uniting cooperatives, governments, NGOs, and communities across Central and Eastern Europe.