Experience the power of engagement
in
venture investing
Engaged is an exclusive, professional VC conference connecting up to 500 active investors and ambitious founders mainly from across Central & Eastern Europe and the Baltics. It serves as a go-to platform for cross-border investments and collaboration, attracting not only regional players but also leading investors from western countries looking to engage with the CEE ecosystem.
What makes Engaged different? It’s built by active investors – DEPO Ventures and J&T Ventures – which means it’s a conference created
by investors, for investors. Every element, from the agenda to the guest list, is curated with one goal in mind: to spark meaningful interactions, unlock real investment opportunities, and move the ecosystem forward.
The 2025 edition spotlights European Critical Infrastructure and high-impact themes driving the future of strategic innovation.
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PANEL DICSUSSIONS
Focusing on topics that early-stage investors actually deal with. We’ll explore cross-border collaboration and technology transfer, examine exit strategies and capital formation in the CEE region, and dive deeper into tech trends such as AI infrastructure, B2B fintech, defence, space, and longevity.
ENGAGED TOP STARTUP SELECTION
The second day is dedicated to showcasing up to 50 carefully selected and promising CEE startups across four funding stages: angel, pre-seed, seed, and Series A. Each category is reviewed by an investor jury. A unique opportunity to pitch live in front of international investors, with one clear goal: securing funding.
NETWORKING
Networking is an essential part of venture capital and therefore a core part of the conference. Expand your professional network of partners, investors, and founders, and make deals in an intimate and engaging atmosphere.
1:1 MEETINGS
Get full access to the list of attendees and book meetings in advance through our networking app. Choose your time slot, get an assigned table number, and get down to business. Whether you want to meet LPs, GPs, founders, or other ecosystem players, the tool gives you full visibility and helps you use your time effectively.
WORKSHOPS
Built for smaller groups looking to go deeper into key areas. We’ll offer a selection of practical workshops tailored for both startups and investors. Focused, hands-on, and led by experienced venture capital professionals.
SIDE EVENTS
Make the most of your time at Engaged by joining our official side events, hosted with our partners. From community breakfasts, investor dinners to afterparties and lighter moments in between. Most events are invite-only, but you can join the guest list. See the full side events schedule below.
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Learn from experienced investors with proven track records from thriving startup ecosystems.
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