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For Investors

One of the main objectives of the Global Startup Symposium virtual conference is implementing an amazing environment to facilitate networking between startups and investors; ultimately, providing investors with a great source of deal flow in various sectors including Life Sciences, AI/ML, Technology, and more.

This is our 6th year producing the Startup Symposium attracting an average of 300 to 500 startups per event and more than 200 investors. Our investors include, Individual Angel Investors, Angel Groups, Venture Capital Firms, and Family Offices.

The 4-day conference is designed for investors to join any time they want. There is not specific time commitment. Investors will be given access before the event starts and after the event ends to be able to search and find the companies that best fits your thesis. Live startup pitches will be done during the course of the event where each day features different sectors.

Regardless of where you are in the world, as an investor, you’ll be able to communicate with the startup of your choice. You will further be able to view their pitches in a virtual live setting and connect with them as you see fit. Our goal is to provide you with unparalleled exposure to startups opportunities.

All investors are provided with complimentary access to all aspects of the 4 -day conference. Please register here.

All investor registration require approval before a ticket is issued. Registration is only for accredited investors, angel investors, venture capital firms, and family offices. Please understand that in order maintain our promise to founders and high event integrity, for investor registrations, only investors will be allowed to register and participate in the event.

During the virtual conference, investors are able to:

  • Access Panels and Webinars
  • Access to Live Startup Pitches
  • Network Via Text Chat – 1-on-1 & Group with Other Investors, Like-Minded Individuals, and Startups
  • Network Via Video Chat – 1-on-1 & Group with Other Investors, Like-Minded Individuals, and Startups
  • Initiate Your Own Chat Room and Desired Topic
  • Book Appointments with Startups Founders and Other Individuals
  • Access Before Event Starts to Connect with Others From Around the World
  • Access After Event Ends to Continue Connecting with Others From Around the World
  • Discover New Deals and Exciting Opportunities Ranging From Pre-seed, Seed to Series A
  • Serve as an Expert on Panels with Other Investors and Thought Leaders
  • Judge the Companies During Live Events or Offline as Your Time Permits



What stage of funding are the startups at the Startup Symposium?

Stage definition is changing. For the most part these are early-stage startups raising Pre-Seed, Seed, or Series A. Further, we intentionally did not establish dollar thresholds because it can vary by industry vertical, region, and investors.

For additional questions about the Startup Symposium, refer to the FAQs.



Sample Selection of Investment Groups From Previous Events




Sample Selection of Investors From Previous Events

Jon Werner

Michael Tsang

José Navarro-Betancourt

Michael Maszy

Jay Goth

Mo Kagalwala

Elizabeth Cho-Fertikh

Mashfia Rahman

Roberta Lee

June W Choi

Garrett Gilbertson

Harris Rose

Herbert Drayton III

Joe Gatto

Phil Nadel

Pankaj Kedia

Dave Berkus

Fred Haney

Jeff Bocan

John Harbison

David Friedman

Grant Van Cleve

Lisa Walker

Jim Pickell

Thomas Lee, MD

Girard Miller

Volker Hüther

Hans Imhof

Xandra Laskowski

John Morris

Mike Benvenuti

Scott Fox

Bob Warshawer

Mike Krebs

Jiri Modry

Jim Brandt

Matt Kelliher

Barry Easterling

Greg Buchert

Howard Mirowitz

Roland Schumann

John Pollara

Kathie Priebe

Michael Lynch

Sanjay Shrivastava

Ronald Weissman

Tunde Oshinowo

Greg Woodson

Jonathan Hung

Shane Kelly

Paul Voois

Michael Norsen

Brian Mac Mahon

Hershel Mehta

Jeff Clark

Christopher Mirabile

Barbara Russell

Pat Hwang

Amy Bann

Ray Chan

Robb Stowell

Janice Orlando

Max Shapiro

William Paiva

John Ricci

Denise Saltojanes

Charla Triplett

Robert Kramarz

John Grant

Elsa Abruzzo

Douglas Swets