cee region
and
european resilience
250
Venture
investors
150
Startup
Founders
40+
TOP
Speakers
10+
Side
events
About the Conference
About the Conference
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 platform for cross-border investments and collaboration.
Engaged is built by active investors – DEPO Ventures and J&T Ventures – which means it’s designed 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 2026 edition emphasizes the accelerating maturity of the CEE region and European resilience.
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 platform for cross-border investments and collaboration.
Engaged is built by active investors – DEPO Ventures and J&T Ventures – which means it’s designed 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.
TICKETS
INVESTOR
TICKET
549 EUR
Access to Investor Day 1
Access to Startup Day 2
Premium catering
Investor dinner invitation
Dealflow access
Networking app
FOUNDER
TICKET
219 EUR
Access to Startup Day 2
Opportunity to pitch to investors
if applied and selected to TOP Startup Selection
All day catering
All day catering
Networking app
Networking app
ecosystem
ticket
399 EUR
Access to Investor Day 1
Access to Startup Day 2
All day catering
All day catering
Dealflow access
Networking app
Networking app
get ready for
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.
European vs US VC returns: “Rider’s Cup” data visualization comparing 20-year performance
The Maturity of the CEE Venture Capital Ecosystem
Can Europe Build Its Own Defence Champions?
Strategic AI, Sovereignity & Infrastructure: How can EU use AI to become more resilient, secure and technologically independent?
speakers
Learn from experienced investors with proven track records from thriving startup ecosystems.
Marcel Müller-Marbach
Senior Regional Representative
European Investment Fund
Martin Olczyk
Early-stage Investor
ex-Techstars Managing Director
Ben Kolada
Managing Director & Head of US Tech Investment Banking
ICON Corporate Finance
Christian Noske
Partner
NGP Capital
Miloš Sochor
Managing partner
JIC Ventures
Jan Nalbert
Investment Director
Warsaw Equity Group
Jakob Stein
Vice President
Creandum
Ivan Sagál
Managing Partner
Bird & Bird
Marcel Müller-Marbach
Senior Regional Representative
European Investment Fund
Martin Olczyk
Early-stage Investor
ex-Techstars Managing Director
Ben Kolada
Managing Director & Head of US Tech Investment Banking
ICON Corporate Finance
Christian Noske
Partner
NGP Capital
Miloš Sochor
Managing partner
JIC Ventures
Jan Nalbert
Investment Director
Warsaw Equity Group
Jakob Stein
Vice President
Creandum
Ivan Sagál
Managing Partner
Bird & Bird
Marcel Müller-Marbach
Senior Regional Representative
European Investment Fund
Martin Olczyk
Early-stage Investor
ex-Techstars Managing Director
Ben Kolada
Managing Director & Head of US Tech Investment Banking
ICON Corporate Finance
Christian Noske
Partner
NGP Capital
Miloš Sochor
Managing partner
JIC Ventures
Jan Nalbert
Investment Director
Warsaw Equity Group
Jakob Stein
Vice President
Creandum
Ivan Sagál
Managing Partner
Bird & Bird
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engaged investments
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Lineup of Side Events
Listed events are approved and recommended by Engaged Investments. Guest lists are managed by the partnering organizers, with events being either invite-only or subject to pre-registration.
October 21
17:00 - 22:00
The Founders’ Undergound: Startup Mafia by Eldison
TBA
Lineup of Side Events
October 21
17:00 - 22:00
The Founders’ Undergound: Startup Mafia by Eldison
TBA
TBA
Cyber Investors Day by ECSO
TBA
Lineup of Side Events
October 21
17:00 - 22:00
The Founders’ Undergound: Startup Mafia by Eldison
TBA
TBA
Cyber Investors Day by ECSO
TBA
MAIN ORGANIZER
GOLD PARTNER
SILVER PARTNERS
BRONZE PARTNERS
ECOSYSTEM PARTNERS
MEDIA PARTNERS
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DETAILS
Engaged Investments s.r.o.
ID: 21438544
VAT Nu.: CZ21438544
Trojská 40/154
171 00 Praha
CONTACT US
DETAILS
Engaged Investments s.r.o.
ID: 21438544
VAT Nu.: CZ21438544
Trojská 40/154
171 00 Praha
CONTACT US