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CEE VC SUMMIT
Join the biggest invitation-only event for VC fund managers in Central & Eastern
Europe
25-26 March 2025 / Warsaw
JOIN THE LEADING FUND MANAGERS
CEE VC Summit 2025 is an invitation-only 2-day event for 200+ GPs and selected LPs to strengthen regional relations, exchange valuable insights, and bridge the gap with more mature VC ecosystems.
Chris Wade
Co-Founder & Partner, Isomer Capital
"The CEE VC Summit is one of the best conferences to understand this important region of Europe. The participant VC's are "THE" VC's of the region and the Summit attracts impressive speakers from Silicon Valley, London, and dialogue is thoughtful and vibrant."
Marcus Börner
Founding Partner, AlphaQ
“The size of the CEE VC Summit is just right, making it special. In just a few hours, I’ve been in back-to-back meetings the entire time, which is what in-person events are all about — connecting and exchanging ideas. As a fund of funds, we’re here to meet VCs, and every discussion has been valuable. Events like this are crucial for building relationships, creating opportunities, and introducing investors to Poland’s ecosystem, driving investments and partnerships forward.”
Pawel Chudzinski
Partner, Point Nine Capital
“It’s a great event — well-organized and valuable. It brings together people from the entire region, providing an efficient way to catch up and understand what’s happening. The CEE ecosystem is fragmented, and this event helps connect it. Personally, it’s been great for meeting relevant people, and in just two days, I’ve made valuable connections I’ll stay in touch with.”
Dan Lupu
Partner, Earlybird
“This Summit is a fantastic place for collaboration, especially in co-investments, which I'm a big fan of. It’s a great opportunity to meet investors who are typically not part of the regional ecosystem, reconnect with familiar faces, and discuss key industry topics. I always find value here and will definitely keep coming back!”
Jan Habermann
General Partner, Credo Ventures
“I’m always impressed by the crowd this Summit gathers — almost every active investor in CEE is here. This year, it was all about reconnecting with people, and my expectations were completely fulfilled. The biggest value of this event is the serendipity it creates — bringing people together in the right setting sparks new business opportunities and ideas that wouldn’t happen in everyday life.”
James Black
Partner, IVP
"When I attend summits like this, I focus on two things: the content—are panels discussing relevant topics, and is there a sense of the current zeitgeist? And that was definitely covered, especially with the exclusive presence of VCs, which made for fantastic discussions. Secondly, I evaluate whether the event attracts high-quality individuals from the ecosystem. This event checked the box. I had the pleasure of forging numerous exciting new connections, and I'm sure we'll continue a lot of conversations moving forward."
Staffan Helgesson
General Partner, Creandum
"Creandum is a pan-European firm with its roots in the Nordics. And when we look at CEE today, we see something very similar to the Nordics, but maybe 15 or 20 years back. The amount of people here, the ambition, the technical talent is amazing. And I think what this summit has managed to do is bring almost all of the relevant people and investors into one location."
Patrick Schneider-Sikorsky
Partner, NATO Innovation Fund
"It's fantastic to connect with so many other regional VCs. Attending the event allowed me to get a greater exposure to the whole ecosystem and meet with many of my peers. I really look forward to following up with them and attending your next event in the future. It's very complementary to our mission. Thank you so much, and thank you for organizing some fantastic panels."
Marvin Liao
Partner, Diaspora Ventures
"It's a great conference, great speakers, and I met many really cool people. So I hope I get invited back."
Valeri Petrov
Partner, Eleven Ventures
"The CEE VC Summit is undoubtedly one of the best gatherings in Central and Eastern Europe. You can meet the whole representation of the CEE ecosystem in one room, and the opportunity to connect with peers, and LPs makes it incredibly valuable. I truly appreciated the experience."
Maciej Gnutek
General Partner, Credo Ventures
"The Central Eastern European region is at a pivotal point with the industry booming, and plenty of activity underway. The CEE VC Summit is truly the place to be; it's where everyone gathers, from regional investors to those from around the globe. I highly recommend attending, networking, building relationships, and doing business together here at the CEE VC Summit."
Diana Koziarska
Partner, SMOK Ventures
"CEE VC Summit is one of my favorite conferences in the region for VCs, offering a great space to connect with fellow investors across different countries and exchange insights. The app made scheduling meetings easier, helping me connect with co-investors, share deal flow, and discuss recent deals. Building relationships is key in our industry, and this event makes it incredibly productive."
Alice Besomi
Managing Director, Eurazeo
"I’m really enjoying the Summit and was surprised by the large turnout. The app has helped me schedule a packed agenda, giving me the chance to meet with many investors, catch up with people I already know, and exchange insights about local market trends. It’s a very well-organized event with highly qualified attendees, and it’s a great opportunity for deal flow generation and connecting with key players in the region."
Giuseppe Lacerenza
Partner, Keen Venture Partners
"I'm really impressed by the quality of attendees — it's a select group of investors, both regional and international, making networking highly effective. As a European fund focused on fintech, this Summit is a great opportunity to connect with local players, understand the market firsthand, and build relationships that could lead to future deals. It has truly exceeded my expectations."
Jone Vaituleviciute
Managing Partner, FIRSTPICK
"My colleague recommended it last year, and it definitely lived up to expectations. The balance between LPs and GPs is strong and well-structured, with genuine interest in the region and no unnecessary hype. The networking is concentrated, allowing us to connect with the right people in a short amount of time. Events like this are crucial for exposing local players to international investors, facilitating meaningful relationships, and bringing in strong funds and LPs to help develop the ecosystem."
Maximilian Schausberger
Managing Director, Elevator Ventures
"Central and Eastern Europe has an amazing innovation potential, we all know that, but with the CEE VC Summit, it becomes clear that also the capital is now focusing on the region. I met amazing investors today, and I can only recommend everyone to participate in the next edition of the CEE VC Summit."
Amine Chabane
Principal, EBRD Venture Capital
"The CEE VC Summit is a great way to get to know the ecosystem in one location. If you want to know the CEE ecosystem, Vestbee event is the place to be."
Cristian Munteanu
Founder & Managing Partner, Early Game Ventures
"This is my second time at the CE VC Summit, and in my opinion, this is the most productive VC-dedicated event I have ever attended."
Richard Illes
Investment Director, OXO Ventures
"It's a well-organized conference with a fantastic opportunity to connect and network with other regional VCs. Exploring the portfolios of fellow VCs provides valuable insights into their current challenges and the positive aspects of these challenging times."
Radoslaw Rejman
Partner, Movens Capital
"I find this event incredibly valuable, with engaging panel discussions and actionable takeaways. The networking opportunities were particularly strong, and I'll definitely be taking what I've learned back home with me. I look forward to returning next year, and I highly recommend others join."
Mike Sigal
Founder, Sigal Ventures
"I've been told about the exciting evolution of the CEE region in recent years. Finally attending the CEE VC Summit, I see the energy of the ecosystem, the vibrancy, the promise. It's been an incredible opportunity to build relationships here, and I feel truly blessed to have been a part of it. Thank you so much."
Adam Hashchyshyn
Principal, Roosh Ventures
"The CEE VC Summit is unique because it's exclusively attended by VCs, so it's very interesting and chill. The organization is great, and I strongly recommend the Vestbee event to all VCs."
Roman Novacek
Partner, Presto Ventures
"I like the CEE VC Summit for its well-organized meetings and the presence of relevant individuals to meet with. For anyone seeking exposure to the region, this event is the perfect place to be."
Tomas Vanco
Global Investment Manager, Taiwania Capital
"I must say it's one of the best events for the CEE VC community (...) to meet fellow VCs."
Andrew Gray
Partner, Tilia Impact Ventures
"This is my second time attending the CEE VC Summit. I think it's a fantastic nexus of getting together not only for regional investors but also for more and more investors coming from outside the region. It's an excellent opportunity to get inspired and insight into what's unfolding, guiding our portfolio companies toward their future."
Elena Mazuha
Partner, Flyer One Ventures
"The CEE VC Summit is one of the best events for funds coming from outside the CEE region to learn more about the local ecosystem and understand the dynamics of startups in this region. The Vestbee event is great for establishing valuable connections and a very concentrated network in CEE. It's one of my favorite events, so I highly recommend the CEE VC Summit."
Ozge Oz
Partner, QNBeyond Ventures
"The event was truly amazing. I met a lot of great fellow investors and attended many insightful and inspiring sessions. I believe all investors should come to this event. It was my first time here, and although I couldn't make it before, I plan to return in the coming years because I've enjoyed it so much."
Pawel Maj
VC Investor
"It's the best place for connecting and networking with local, regional, and global fund managers, facilitating the exchange of ideas, experiences, and industry insights."
Elemér Eszter
Managing Partner, Impact Ventures
"The first panel discussion at the Summit was the best I’ve seen in five years — truly insightful and timely, especially given the ongoing war and global challenges. The Summit has been invaluable for me personally, allowing me to connect with new potential partners and deepen existing relationships. It’s a great platform for building trust, which, as we know in our art, is the ‘shaping knife’ that takes time to build."
Luiza Nowacka
Investment Manager, Vinci S.A
"I think it’s a great event. Many fund managers from our region are here, making it a fantastic platform for exchanging ideas, content, and contacts. It’s crucial for fostering cooperation. For me, finding co-investors for growing companies and considering exits is key. Cooperation and exchanging connections are essential, and CEE VC Summit plays a vital role in facilitating that."
Peter Sandberg
Founding Partner & Managing Director, Nordic Secondary Fund
"By far the best GP/VC event I have attended in the past 5 years."
Nicolas Bretscher
Relationship Manager, Genesis
"CEE VC Summit offers a fantastic opportunity to connect with both the Polish ecosystem and international participants. The mix of attendees allows for valuable networking and relationship-building, helping us stay connected and informed. It’s essential to showcase the potential of the CEE region, as many still underestimate its development and dynamism. Events like this play a crucial role in shifting perceptions and attracting more LPs to the market."
SELECTED SPEAKERS & GUESTS
Ewa ChronowskaCEO, Vestbee & General Partner, Next Road Ventures
Chris WadeCo-founder & Partner, Isomer CapitalMarcus BörnerFounding Partner, AlphaQPawel ChudzinskiPartner, Point Nine
Rick HaoPartner, SpeedinvestDan LupuVenture Partner, Earlybird
Marcin HejkaGeneral Partner, OTB Ventures
Bakhrom IbragimovPartner, Molten Ventures
Pedro Santos VieiraPartner, 500 Global
Maciej CwikiewiczCEO, PFR Ventures
Patric GreskoHead of Divison, EIFJan HabermannGeneral Partner, Credo Ventures
Sten TamkiviPartner, Plural
Marcin KurekGeneral Partner, Market One Capital
Ozan SonmezPartner, Molten
Bartlomiej SamsonowiczInvestment Director, PFR VenturesAlice BesomiManaging Director, Eurazeo - Venture Smart City
Markus GrundmanPartner, Senovo
Eva ArhPartner, 3VC
Jakob SteinVice President, CreandumJone VaituleviciuteManaging Partner, FIRSTPICK
Numan NumanGeneral Partner, 212
Michal RokoszPartner, Inovo
Tony NystenPartner, OpenOcean
Tatjana Zabasu MikuzGeneral Partner, South Central Ventures
Radu GeorgescuFounding Partner, Gecad Ventures
Rumen IlievPartner, LAUNChub
Wojciech RatymirskiGeneral Partner, Radix Ventures
Nader SabbaghianPartner, 360 Capital
Petr ŠmidPartner, Rockaway Ventures
Miriama HanoutBoard Member, Venture to Future Fund
Leon PodobedovGeneral Partner, hi5 Ventures
Louis Geoffroy-TerrynHead of Research Ops, Dealroom
Katarzyna Pac-MalesaInvestment Director, 3TS Capital Partners
Julia FlaigPrincipal, Join Capital
Maciej ZawadzinskiGeneral Partner, Hard2Beat
Marta MrozowiczPrincipal, Heal Capital
Gregor ReboljGeneral Partner, Silicon Gardens
Martin KoppelFounding Partner, 2C Ventures
Labinot BrahimiVice President, Forestay VC
Magdalena ChalasInvestment Manager, Elevator Ventures
Justinas MilasauskasInvestment Manager, WillgrowGiuseppe LacerenzaPartner, Keen Venture Partner
Kristjan LaanemaaFounding Partner, Karma Ventures
Maciej GnutekGeneral Partner, Credo Ventures
Adam NiewinskiGeneral Partner, OTBDiana KoziarskaPartner, SMOK Ventures
Daniel TomovPartner, Eleven Ventures
Bozena AdamczykPartner, Truffle Capital
Masayuki OhtaPartner, ff VC
Dmitrij SosunovPartner, FIRSTPICK
Mira MihaylovaPartner, Piton Capital
Marton MedveczkyAssociate Partner, Flashpoint VC
Adam KocikManaging Partner, J&T Ventures
Rando RannusPartner, Siena Venture Partners
Simone Riva ViolettaSenior Principal, Partech
Marcus ErkenFounding Partner, Sunfish Partners
Valeri PetrovPartner, Eleven Ventures
Dag AinsooGeneral Partner, Startup Wise Guys
Andreas NemethScaleup Investor
Csaba KakosyManaging Partner. Day1 Capital
Sylwester JanikGeneral Partner, Cogito Capital
Wiktor NamyslPartner, Orbit Capital
Ervin LugaHead of Venture Capital Investments, EBRDElemer EszterManaging Partner, Impact Ventures
Adam RudowskiManaging Partner, Level2 Ventures
Kyle UkhoGeneral Partner, Roosh Ventures
Jerzy RozluckiPartner, Orbit Capital
Pavel PetrekPartner, Tilia Impact Ventures
Dominykas StankeviciusGlobal Investment Manager, Taiwania Capital
Wojciech MajewskiPartner, Simpact Ventures
Dariusz ZukCEO, AIP Seed
Elena MazhuhaPartner, Flyer One Ventures
Oguzhan OzerPartner, Bek Ventures
Patrick Schneider-SikorskyPartner, NATO Innovation Fund
Bartek PucekAngel Investor, AI Expert
Dan CalugareanuPartner, Early Game Ventures
Elina HalatchevaManaging Partner, Brightcap Ventures
Pawel MajBusiness Angel & Advisor
Marcin LaczynskiHead of Investments, Vestbee
Cristian MunteanuManaging Partner, Early Game Ventures
Marcin P. KowalikGeneral Partner, Balnord
Vojta RocekPartner, Presto Ventures
Michal BasPrincipal, VentureFriends
Szymon SypPartner, SSK&W
Tytus CytowskiFounder & Partner, Cytowski & Partners
Marjolein DaamenDirector of Funds, Pan-Invest
Dennis KramerManaging Director, Pan-Invest
Mateusz RampoldSenior Sales Executive, Staria
Ivan IakovenkoSenior Sales Executive, Staria
Adam CsuhaiPartner, Lead Ventures
Tomasz DanisManaging Partner, Navivo Capital
Zdenek Fred FousGeneral Partner, PurposeTech VC
Konstantin ZapolianskySenior Investment Director, Zubr Capital
Konrad KoncerewiczHead of VC & Startups, VestbeeCEE VC SUMMIT
Agenda Day 1
09:00-10:00 am/Networking
Registration & Coffee
10:00-10:05 am/Keynote speech/Live stream
CEE VC Summit Kick-off
Ewa ChronowskaCEO, Vestbee & General Partner, Next Road Ventures10:05-10:20 am/Presentation/Live stream
CEE Ecosystem in Numbers - Report
Louis Geoffroy-TerrynHead of Research Ops, Dealroom10:20-10:55 am/Panel Discussion/Live stream
Shaping CEE's Future: Emerging Trends and Hurdles for 2025 and Beyond
Marcin LaczynskiHead of Investments, VestbeeSylwester JanikGeneral Partner, Cogito CapitalAndreas NemethScaleup InvestorMaciej CwikiewiczCEO, PFR VenturesMarcin HejkaGeneral Partner, OTB Ventures10:55-11:30 am/Panel Discussion
Breaking Barriers: Availability of Growth Capital and the Survival Rate of CEE Startups
Labinot BrahimiVice President, Forestay VCDan LupuVenture Partner, EarlybirdEva ArhPartner, 3VCBakhrom IbragimovPartner, Molten VenturesMarton MedveczkyAssociate Partner, Flashpoint VC11:30-12:00 pm/Networking
🍪 Coffee Break
12:00-12:30 pm/Panel Discussion
Seeding Success or Setting Up for Struggle? The Evolution and Impact of CEE Early-Stage VCs on Startups
Adam CsuhaiPartner, Lead VenturesBozena AdamczykPartner, Truffle CapitalAdam KocikManaging Partner, J&T VenturesValeri PetrovPartner, Eleven VenturesCristian MunteanuManaging Partner, Early Game Ventures12:30-1:00 pm/Panel Discussion
Unicorn Makers: Transforming Startups into Global Leaders
Oguzhan OzerPartner, Bek VenturesJan HabermannGeneral Partner, Credo VenturesPedro Santos VieiraPartner, 500 GlobalSten TamkiviPartner, Plural
Dag AinsooGeneral Partner, Startup Wise Guys1:00-2:15 pm/Networking
🍱 Lunch
2:15-2:45 pm/Fireside chat
Small Funds, Big Impact: How Niche VC Funds Compete and Thrive Against Industry Giants
Marcin LaczynskiHead of Investments, VestbeeChris WadeCo-founder & Partner, Isomer Capital2:45-3:15 pm/Panel Discussion
LP Lens: Picking & Diligencing First-Time and Emerging Managers
Marcin LaczynskiHead of Investments, VestbeeMarcus BörnerFounding Partner, AlphaQPatric GreskoHead of Divison, EIFBartlomiej SamsonowiczInvestment Director, PFR Ventures
Nicolas BretscherDirector, Genesis3:15-3:45 pm/Networking
🍪 Coffee Break
3:45-4:30 pm/Fireside Chat
The Top Tier VC Journey: From Building a Fund to Backing the Best Startups
Ewa ChronowskaCEO, Vestbee & General Partner, Next Road VenturesPawel ChudzinskiPartner, Point Nine5:30-11:30 pm/Networking
🥂 Investors Dinner
CEE VC SUMMIT
Agenda Day 2
9:15-10:00 am/Networking
Good morning: Coffee and Light Refreshments
10:00-10:30 am/Panel Discussion
VCs and Defence Tech: Can CEE Play a Meaningful Role in Development of Dual-Use Technologies
Rozalia UrbanekInvestment Director, PFR VenturesMarcus ErkenFounding Partner, Sunfish PartnersPatrick Schneider-SikorskyPartner, NATO Innovation FundGiuseppe LacerenzaPartner, Keen Venture PartnerMarcin P. KowalikGeneral Partner, Balnord10:30-11:00 am/Panel Discussion
The Next Wave of Innovation in Deep Tech: What Should Investors Watch For?
Marta MrozowiczPrincipal, Heal CapitalJone VaituleviciuteManaging Partner, FIRSTPICKNader SabbaghianPartner, 360 CapitalAdam NiewinskiGeneral Partner, OTBWojciech RatymirskiGeneral Partner, Radix Ventures11:00-11:30 am/Panel Discussion
How to Find Alpha at Seed
Magda PoslusznyPrincipal, PartechJakob SteinVice President, CreandumDiana KoziarskaPartner, SMOK VenturesMarcin KurekGeneral Partner, Market One CapitalElina HalatchevaManaging Partner, Brightcap Ventures11:30-12:00 pm/Networking
🍪 Coffee Break
12:00-12:30 pm/Panel Discussion
Exits in CEE: When, Who, and How
Michal BasPrincipal, VentureFriendsRando RannusPartner, Siena Secondary FundMarkus GrundmanPartner, SenovoMagdalena ChalasInvestment Manager, Elevator VenturesJustinas MilasauskasInvestment Manager, Willgrow12:30-1:00 pm/Panel Discussion
Flipping to the US
Mira MihaylovaPartner, Piton CapitalDariusz ZukCEO, AIP Seed
Peter SandbergFounding Partner, Nordic Secondary Fund
Numan NumanManaging Partner, 212Elena MazhuhaPartner, Flyer One Ventures1:00-1:15 pm/Keynote speech
Fueling Growth with less dillution: The Rise of Debt Funding in Venture Capital
Jerzy RozluckiPartner, Orbit Capital
Lukas MackoPartner, Orbit Capital1:15-2:00 pm/Networking
🍱 Lunch
2:00-2:30 pm/Panel Discussion
Angel Investors & VC Funds: Unlocking Synergies for Greater Value Creation
Pawel MajBusiness Angel & AdvisorBartek PucekAngel Investor, AI ExpertLuiza NowackaInvestment Manager, Vinci S.A.Marcin LaczynskiHead of Investments, Vestbee
Petr SimaFounder & Partner, DEPO Ventures2:30 pm/Networking
Networking
Partners
Selected Investors
