IBA Annual Conference Copenhagen 2026
4 Oct - 9 Oct 2026
B1 4, Level 0
Session information
Fueling growth: how Europe backs startups, scaleups and VCs
Thursday 8 October (1615 - 1730)
B1 4, Level 0
Committee(s)
European Regional Forum
(Lead)
Closely Held Companies Committee
Description
Across Europe, governments are stepping up to accelerate innovation through targeted incentives, funding schemes and policy reforms. Moreover, private initiatives are driving harmonisation and helping to overcome market fragmentation. This panel explores how such initiatives are driving startup and scaleup growth, attracting venture capital, and shaping the continent’s competitiveness in the global innovation landscape. Experts will share insights, best practices and lessons learned from leading European ecosystems.
Session / Workshop Chair(s)
| Petros Fragkiskos | Drakopoulos, Athens, Greece |
| Benjamin Ullrich | YPOG , Berlin, Germany |
Speakers
| Michael Wiatr Aagaard | Partner (Nordics) at Antler, Stockholm, Sweden |
| Maria-Cristina Grelloni | Athens LifeTech Park, Foinikas City, Greece |