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9th Annual IBA European Start-up Conference

12 Nov - 13 Nov 2026

Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel, Paris, France

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Alban Vaqué d'Anla

Biography

Alban Vaqué d'Anla is a co-founder of Operandi Law, an independent French law firm specializing in cross-border M&A, Small to Mid-Cap LBO transactions, and Venture Capital. He advises both investment funds and founders, executives, and management teams, offering customized legal support to address the unique challenges of each transaction. Alban began his career at top-tier international law firms, including Linklaters, Watson Farley & Williams, and Andersen Tax & Legal. Recognized by leading industry rankings such as Leader League, CFNews, and Capital Finance as one of the foremost professionals in venture capital, M&A, and small to mid-cap LBO, he brings both extensive expertise and strategic business acumen to each engagement. His practice spans sectors as diverse as technology, renewable energy, industry, services, hospitality, health, legaltech, and fintech, providing him with valuable insights into the specific business dynamics and regulatory considerations of these industries. With an MBA in International Management (Finance elective) from ESCP Europe (Paris / Madrid), a Master’s degree in International Business Law from Université Paris Dauphine (Paris / Buenos Aires, Argentina), and a Master’s in Corporate Law from Université Toulouse 1 Capitole (Toulouse / Glasgow, UK), his academic and professional experiences across multiple countries equip him with a deep understanding of multicultural environments and international regulations.

Session

Roundtable discussions

Friday 13 November (1300 - 1400)

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