Post Event Testimonials

"We at HDBI are delighted to have hosted the Tech Tour SE Europe in Athens. It is only natural that the focal institution for VC and PE in Greece is hosting an event that is based on inspiration, communication, cooperation and deal making and we were able to see that everyone involved felt quite at home. It was an event that added an international aura to our ongoing efforts to support and empower the Greek ecosystem and we pledge to be there again next year!"

Antigoni Lymperopoulou, CEO – Hellenic Development Bank of Investments (HDBI)

"Tech tour is the Olympics of the VC and startup world. A celebration of having arrived. This was the first time it was done in Athens and early signal of the successes that have arrived and are arriving. The entire region is showing successes at a level not seen before. A great collection of VCs, LPs, Family Offices, Government and the stars -  invited entrepreneurs!!!"

Panos Lioulias, Partner – Uni.Fund

"With the aim to connect start-ups with investors & corporates, Tech Tour successfully organised a 2-day event, in Athens, giving the opportunity to the innovative ecosystem in Southeast Europe to build successful partnerships. Eurobank and egg – enter grow go business accelerator proudly support Tech Tour community to its scalable business journey."

Roula Bachtalia, Director & SC Member – Eurobank - egg - enter-grow-go

"Today, digital technology can transform industries, drive social progress, and create new opportunities for everyone. South Eastern Europe has a vibrant and promising startup ecosystem that is powered by strong talent and passion for innovation. We are very excited to partner with Tech Tour to support SEE startups to challenge the possible by setting global ambitions, capitalizing on their strengths, and accelerating growth."

Myladie Stoumbou, Regional Director – Microsoft CEE

"The Tech Tour South East Europe event, held in Athens and co-hosted by HDBI this year, was indeed exemplary; a fine gathering of VCs, fund managers, investors, entrepreneurs and stakeholders actively transforming the region into a vibrant and dynamic hub for entrepreneurship and innovation. The European Investment Fund is proud to have supported this regional ecosystem from its nascent stages and it is delightful to see it develop and evolve. Thank you for the invitation. I look forward to joining you again next year."

Vivi Papasouli, Mandate Manager – European Investment Fund

"All events are not created equal. After (too) many innovation-related events in Greece over the last couple of years, where we get used to see the same people saying the same things with the same short-sightedness and self-applause. Finally, this was different & in-person. A great occasion to catch-up with peers from the rest of this unique region and continent of ours."

Dimitris Matsakis, Corporate Development Lead – Athroa Innovations

"I very much enjoyed the event in Athens indeed. Thanks again for inviting me. It was clearly one of the best organised VC gatherings I have ever attended in the region. Interesting speakers and startups, meaningful discussions, and efficient networking."

Valeri Petrov, Partner – Eleven Ventures

"I was impressed from the vivid atmosphere and the dynamic discussions! I do expect the next event to take advantage of the excellent networking opportunities."

Epaminondas Christophilopoulos, UNESCO Chair on Futures Reseach – Foundation for Research and Technology Hellas (FORTH)

"A pleasure to attend: good balance between companies pitching and potential investors, and always full days of networking "

Roger Blott, Partner – Fil Rouge Capital

"Tech Tour provided local investors a unique opportunity to connect with regional investors and startups, exchange views and explore synergies. We were happy to see many of our international co-investors in Athens this year and look forward to making this an annual event, as our city becomes a local hub - thank you Tech Tour and HDBI for an exemplary organization!"

Myrto Papathanou, Partner – Metavallon VC

"The event, the people, the discussions, the ideas and smiles all give you a warm welcome to a place you can call home. If you want to Feel the Beat and Feel the Vibe of Innovation, Tech Tour is definitely the place to be! Thank you for all the hard work and commitment to such a great event."

Krasimir Atanasov, Board Member – Bulgarian Development Bank Group

"I want to personally thank you very much for inviting to this amazing conference. It was so well organised and very well coordinated and all the timings were excellent, despite being in Athens. Really good job. The quality of the participants was also super."

Maehala Kalin, Senior Investment Manager – Arnova Capital AG

"A great event at a wonderful location. I was impressed by the quality and the number of most promising investment opportunities. This event was an eye opener with regards to level of sophistication of the area venture ecosystem. The proactive stance of the Greek government towards startups is an example of what can be achieved by a concerted public/private partnership."

Maurizio Petitbon, General Partner – Kreos Capital

"Cosy and well-structured event where one can see more investors than startups. Handpicked names from VCs and tech companies from the Balkans as well as Western Europe are able to mingle, exchange opportunities and present a valid progress report. There is no hard-selling and there is time and place to talk to whomever you need to."

Angel Angelov, Managing Partner – Innovation Capital

"I attended Tech Tour Athens. Extremely well organized (pre & post event). The event format was perfect, not too big and not too small. Great to make quality connections."

Katharina Iten, VC & PE Investments – Wille Finance AG

"Tech Tour SE Europe event has succeeded in bringing together and connecting, in an exceptionally organized and dynamic way, key players of the venture capital ecosystem."

Evangelos Lakatzis, Partner – Saplegal-A.S. Papadimitriou & Partners

"Tech Tour did a fantastic job in organizing the event in Athens. Usually such events are very attention-dilutive, you cannot liaise with other people very well, big crowds and one can easily waste time and energy attending such events. Tech Tour are doing it differently, very well selected participants, tightly-knit events that enable the participants to truly connect, spend time together and build a lasting relations which truly stands out compared to the myriads of other events. Recommend it strongly. Tech Tour events will definitely become a must go for me from now on."

Yordan Zarev, Partner – NEVEQ Capital Partners & NV3 VC Fund

"Athens, a vibrant city with a strong emerging innovation ecosystem, was the ideal place to host such a valuable event."

Aphrodite Theodorakopoulou, Healthcare Portfolio Lead – Endeavor Greece

"It was the common opinion of the participants including me that TechTour South East Europe 2022 was the best event so far bringing the region’s investors and entrepreneurs together. Having it in Athens, a beautiful city but also a new and very promising emerging entrepreneurial hub, was a great choice."

Gokhan Guner, Managing Partner – ACT Venture Partners

"The event was I would say “complete” since there was a good presence of institutions and VC world."

Giovanni Rizzo, Venture Partner – Indaco Venture Partners

"I met great people and other VCs at Tech Tour SE people, an event I will be attending again in the future."

George Saliaris-Fasseas, Operating Partner – Big Pi Ventures

"The event provided a great platform for exchange of ideas and knowhow between investors in the region and provide a great opportunity for meeting some of the most perspective start-ups. What is more, it allowed us to meet and network in person, something much needed in light of the restrictions during the past couple of years."

Yavor Gochev, Senior Investment Manager – Innovation Capital

"Great opportunity to connect with a dynamic and promising ecosystem."

Cedric Odje, Investment Manager – Debiopharm Innovation Fund

"Tech Tour SE Europe 2022 has been a surprisingly energetic and vibrant event that managed to bring together very interesting players from both regional and the European venture space. I also remarked the special context that the Tech Tour team created for meaningful networking and communication."

Alexandru Bogdan, CEO – Roca X

"There are very few events that leave you with so many meaningful relationships, especially among the VC industry. I am sure Tech Tour Athens 2022 will result in many new co-investment deals for Vitosha Venture Partners and for many other participating funds from the CEE region. Big Thank You for bringing us together."

Stoyan Nedin, Venture Partner – Vitosha Venture Partners

"It was a pleasure to take part in the Tech Tour SE Europe in Athens – a big part of the local ecosystem was present, giving us the opportunity to meet in one day more people than we could in a full week of touring the region. SEE is a thriving and diverse ecosystem, and the event was a great showcase for the numerous funds and startups operating there."

Guillaume d'Audiffret, Managing Director – EURAZEO

"Thank you for having invited us. We had a great time and connected with a lot of relevant funds / startups. Congrats as it seems like the conference was a big success."

Giuseppina Pavezi, Management and Fundraising for R&I – down2business

"The Tech Tour SE Europe event brought together thought leaders in the region with carefully selected startups that are looking for funding or expand on new markets. It was great to meet so many founders I coached 9 months ago and see how much they've progressed. Some had already raised their fund and were looking to execute their GTM strategies. I'd definitely attend again."

Boris Georgiev, Co-Founder and Sales Operations Manager – Out2Bound