StrictlyVC, renowned for its exclusive events tailored for venture capitalists and startups, is set to make its European debut this May with two significant gatherings in Athens and London. These events aim to delve into the evolving tech landscapes of Europe, offering attendees unparalleled insights from industry leaders.
StrictlyVC Athens – May 8, 2025
Venue: Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center
Theme: Europe’s Startup Surge: Founders, Funders, and the Future
The Athens event will spotlight Greece’s burgeoning role as a hub for innovation and investment. A highlight of the event is a keynote address by the Prime Minister of Greece, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, who will discuss the nation’s strategic initiatives to foster a thriving tech ecosystem. His insights will cover policy reforms, international collaborations, and the vision for Greek startups on the global stage.
In addition to the Prime Minister’s address, the event will feature panel discussions with prominent figures in the tech and venture capital sectors:
– Why Greece, Why Now: Betting Big on the Country’s Next Wave of Founders
– Myrto Papathanou, Partner at Metavallon VC
– Apostolos Apostolakis, Founding Partner at Venture Friends
– Panos Papadopoulos, Partner at Marathon Venture Capital
– Dimitris Kottas, Co-founder and CEO of Delian Alliance Industries
This panel will explore the factors contributing to Greece’s emergence as a startup hotspot, examining investment trends and the support structures propelling new ventures.
– Built in Europe: Scaling Ambition from the Ground Up
– Konstantina Psoma, Founder and CEO of Kaedim
– Haris Pylarinos, Co-founder and CEO of Hack The Box
– Simon Schaefer, Founder and Co-Initiator of Factory and the EU Inc. petition
This discussion will focus on the challenges and opportunities European startups face as they scale, emphasizing the importance of ambition and strategic growth.
– A Tale of Two Emerging Markets
– Coen Jonker, Co-Founder of Tyme
– John Tsioris, Founder and CEO of Revotech
This session will compare and contrast the development of emerging tech markets, drawing lessons from different regions to inform strategies for growth and innovation.
StrictlyVC London – May 13, 2025
Venue: MidCity Place
Theme: Scaling Innovation: Investing, Building, and Leading the Future of Tech
The London event will concentrate on the investment and financial strategies shaping Europe’s tech ecosystem. Attendees will gain insights into scaling innovation, with discussions covering topics such as cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and global banking innovation. The event aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the current investment climate and the future trajectory of technology in Europe.
Why Attend?
These StrictlyVC events offer a unique platform for networking with industry leaders, gaining firsthand knowledge of emerging trends, and understanding the dynamics of Europe’s tech and venture capital landscapes. Whether you’re a startup founder looking to scale, an investor seeking new opportunities, or a tech enthusiast eager to stay informed, these events promise valuable takeaways.
Registration Details
For more information and to reserve your spot, visit the respective event pages:
– StrictlyVC Athens
– StrictlyVC London
Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with Europe’s leading tech and VC voices and be part of the conversation shaping the future of innovation.
