VC & Startup Founders Meetup. South Summit Afterparty. VC Market Trends.

​Startup Founders Meetup: South Summit Afterparty. VC Market Trends.

​Explore the latest updates from the VC market and get practical fundraising tips we brought back from South Summit 2025! Join us in person for an engaging and insightful discussion designed to support founders on their growth journey.

​We’re excited to announce that Stephen Polyakoff, Partner at Flashpoint Ventures, will join us as special guest speaker.

​During this event, you will:

• ​Gain Exclusive South Summit Insights: Discover key takeaways from the conference, including the latest trends shaping the startup ecosystem.

• ​Learn Fundraising Strategies: Receive actionable tips on securing funding and building strong investor relationships.

• ​Engage in a Live Q&A: Bring your questions to our experts and gain clarity on the VC process, term sheets and fundraising strategy.

​Who Should Attend:

• ​Startup founders and co-founders

• ​VC & Angel Investors

• ​Aspiring entrepreneurs

• ​Anyone interested in understanding venture capital and fundraising

​Moderators and Speakers:

​Stephen Polyakoff - LinkedIn
Partner @ Flashpoint VC

​Alex Puig - LinkedIn
Founder @ Context Protocol | AI, Agentic economy, Blockchain, Open Data, Digital Identity

​Mike Sklyarov - LinkedIn
Angel Investor | Fundraising Mentor | MBA Chicago Booth

​Natalia Kolupaeva - LinkedIn
Angel Investor | MBA Chicago Booth

​Location: Across Legal