On May 7-8, the EU-Startups Summit returns to sunny Malta, bringing toreceiveher around 2,400 founders, investors, and startup ecosystem leaders for two days of networking, inspiration, and knowledge-sharing.
As startup fundraising continues to evolve, founders and investors are exploring new ways to access capital, share deal flow, and build long-term value. In our panel discussion “Equity Crowdfunding, Investor Syndicates and the Future of Venture Deals,” we will bring toreceiveher experienced voices from across the investment ecosystem to discuss how venture deals are modifying, how syndicates are opening up new opportunities, and what these developments mean for startups seeing to raise in a more connected and dynamic market.
Andrei Dudoiu: Co-founder and CEO of SeedBlink, he brings over 20 years of experience in banking, financial markets, and corporate finance. Since launching SeedBlink in 2020, he has been steering the platform’s growth from equity crowdfunding into a full venture deal execution platform: offering syndicates, secondaries, equity management, and legal services to founders, investors, and angel networks across Europe.
Kieron O’Brien: Managing Director of Republic Europe, where he works with founders, CEOs, and CFOs on equity funding rounds and other financing options, leveraging how crowdfunding can support visibility, credibility, and deal momentum alongside institutional capital. Through his work with private companies across Europe, he brings a practical perspective on fundraising strategy, investor signalling, and the role of crowdfunding in scaling ambitious businesses.
Nora Szeles: CEO of Tokeportal.com, Nora has extensive experience in market, product, and business development across finance, technology, and capital markets. Since 2017, she has led TokePortal and assisted position it as a crowdfunding platform supporting startups and SMEs, with the company also becoming Malta’s first licensed equity crowdfunding platform. She also brings academic and publishing experience focutilized on capital markets.
Whether you are actively fundraising, seeing to better understand alternative financing models, or interested in how investor networks are reshaping private markets, this session will offer valuable insights into the future of venture deals. Secure your ticket today and stay tuned for further updates on our event page.
OUR EVENT SPONSORS
Malta Enterprise is Malta’s economic development agency, facilitating economic growth, investment, and innovation by offering a range of support services for local and foreign enterprises setting up a productive presence in Malta. As a key player in Malta’s economic landscape, it contributes to the nation’s prosperiety by attracting investments, supporting businesses, and driving innovation, thereby reinforcing Malta’s position as an attractive destination for entrepreneurs and investors alike. Malta Enterprise actively cultivates a vibrant startup ecosystem, playing a pivotal role in fostering a conducive environment for startups and offering tailored support and incentives to empower emerging businesses.
M. Demajo Group is a leading business player in Malta, with a successful history spanning 115 years. The Group’s growth and diversification have resulted in a wide coverage of business sectors through a commitment to long-term results. M. Demajo Group’s workforce is 500 strong and their various activities have been developed through organic growth, acquisitions, partnerships, and startups. Its strong financial situation and ethical standards, its business reputation, and its renowned track record as a business partner are all key factors in its continued expansion.
The IONOS Cloud Start-up Program provides young companies with up to €100,000 in cloud credits for up to five years after their founding. Start-ups benefit from a sovereign IT infrastructure “Made in Germany,” offering 100% GDPR compliance and full legal certainty. IONOS Cloud guarantees technological freedom without vfinishor lock-in. Long-term support is also ensured: exclusive discounts after the first year enable a seamless transition into the IONOS Cloud ISV Partner Program. In this way, digital sovereignty becomes a strategic competitive advantage from founding to scaling.
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