2024 Agenda
2024 Summit
@Station F, Paris
2024 Agenda
DAY 0
7th October, 2024
DAY 1
8th October, 2024
DAY 1
Junior Stage
TIME
SESSION TITLE
10:30am - 11:10am
VCs need coaches to
Speakers
Two expert communication coaches will discuss these critical stages in relationship building and storytelling, including negotiation, portfolio and career change comms. There'll be plenty of room for Q&A too!
Camilla Boyer, Chloe Hajnal-Corob
Moderator
Anisah Osman Britton
11:20am - 12:00pm
ClimateTech: Financing the future
This panel will explore the rapidly growing ClimateTech sector, its capital needs (high!) and how VC fits into the capital stack. Come for investment trends, challenges, and opportunities.
Speakers
Carmel Rafaeli, Agate Freimane, Irene Gálvez Verdú
Moderator
Alina Bassi
12:15pm - 1:30pm
Lunch
2:45pm - 3:20pm
The Art of the Deal: How to win in a competitive market
In an increasingly crowded VC landscape, standing out is crucial. This session will delve into strategies for winning deals in highly competitive situations. Experienced VCs will share insights on building relationships with founders, differentiating your value proposition, and navigating complex negotiations to secure the best deals.
Speakers
Véronique Jacq, Deepali Nangia, Jimena Nowack
Moderator
Kariel Parian
3:30pm - 4:10pm
Cap Table 101: Building the Foundation
Understanding cap tables is essential for being a great investor and board member. This session will break down the basics of cap table management, including equity allocation, dilution, and various funding instruments. Learn how to structure cap tables to align incentives and set the stage for long-term success.
Speakers
Caroline Joseph
4:10pm - 4:40pm
Break
4:40pm - 5:15pm
Coming to the dark side: Why operators make great VCs
We’ve all heard it before: Europe needs more operator VCs. But why? Successful operators who transitioned to the dark side share how their hands-on experience informs their investment decisions and adds value to portfolio companies.
Speakers
Geeta Schmidt, Kate Reznykova, Adine Tjeenk Willink
Moderator
Amy Lewin
