CEE VC SUMMIT 2026

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April 24, 2025

Building your ESOP: a strategic guide to employee stock options

Learn how to design a smart ESOP that motivates your team, conserves cash, and supports long-term growth. Practical tips for startups at every stage.

April 23, 2025

Promising defence tech startups to watch, according to investors

Balnord, Coinvest Capital, Keen Venture Partners, and Superangel share their picks of noteworthy defence tech startups.

April 15, 2025

European VC fundraising in 2025: navigating a shifting landscape

Europe’s VC market is getting more selective. In 2025, success means focusing on high-impact sectors and meeting LPs’ rising expectations. Learn how funds can stay competitive.

March 19, 2025

How to scale a healthtech product in the US market: Esper Bionics’ lessons learned

Esper Bionics’ Hand grew from an idea in 2019 to a leading bionic prosthetic in the US. With 250 users and expansion into Europe, here’s how we scaled.

March 13, 2025

What great founder-VC relationships actually look like

What makes founder-VC partnerships thrive beyond the initial investment? Eleven explores the key dynamics of successful startup-investor relationships.

March 3, 2025

How European investors should adapt to stay competitive in the global AI market

As AI competition intensifies, European investors must adapt. Serhiy Tokarev, co-founder and General Partner at Roosh and Roosh Ventures, shares how to evolve without losing proven strategies.

February 20, 2025

How to run effective board meetings: a practical guide for startups

Turn your board meetings from passive updates into strategic powerhouses. Learn how to shift the focus from status reports to meaningful discussions that drive real value for your startup.

February 12, 2025

AI investments in 2025: strategies VCs are using to navigate industry shifts

The AI market faces a global shift, driven by DeepSeek and regulatory frameworks like the EU AI Act and UK’s AI Opportunities Action Plan. FIRSTPICK, Roosh Ventures, and J&T Ventures reveal the strategies they’re using to adapt to the rapidly changing AI landscape.

February 11, 2025

How to be an effective board director: a practical guide to creating value

What makes a great board director? It’s not just attending meetings — it’s about driving value and safeguarding the company. Here’s how to elevate your board impact.