Vanda SvobodovaThe Engaged Investments conference, organized by DEPO Ventures, is set to take place on October 24th and 25th at the Kaiserštejnský Palace in Prague. This two-day event promises a wealth of inspiring lectures, discussions, networking opportunities, and interactions with prominent investors in startups, along with other enriching experiences.
The conference will feature international luminaries such as American investor and mentor Marvin Liao, Irish tech entrepreneur and business angel of the year 2023 Mary McKenna, and British investor Keith Grose, who also plays an active role in managing numerous startups. They will be joined by notable investment names from Central and Eastern Europe and the Baltics. The conference is supported by the venture capital ecosystem, including J&T Ventures, Presto Ventures, OTB Ventures, Baltic Sandbox, and the prestigious Credo Ventures.
Petr Šíma, a partner at DEPO Ventures, highlights the conference’s focus on experienced investors with a track record of successful investments in startups from regions with mature startup ecosystems. The event is particularly focused on investors, offering insights from experts with extensive knowledge and experience in venture investing.
The first day of the conference will feature the Startup Fair, where dozens of startups from the portfolios of participating investors will showcase their projects from pre-seed to Series A. The second day is primarily for investors, with four panel discussions covering topics such as the pros and cons of traditional venture capital funds and angel syndicates in Central and Eastern Europe. The discussions will also delve into current macroeconomic shocks, including the impact of war and inflation on venture capital in the region, and explore cross-border collaboration among investors and ways to best identify trends and investment opportunities.
For more information about the conference and ticket sales, please visit the engaged.investments website.
