Building MOATs in SaaS AI: What investors are looking for in growing startups in 2025
Join RACC IT for an exclusive evening focused on the evolving landscape of SaaS AI. Hosted by UiPath and sponsored by Linnify, this event will bring together leaders from the tech, business, and startup communities to explore what investors are looking for in growing SaaS AI startups in 2025.
Taking place during New York’s Tech Week, this event is a prime opportunity to connect the US tech ecosystem with innovative companies in SaaS AI, fostering collaboration and investment opportunities.
The event will center on one of the most critical aspects of building a successful SaaS AI startup: creating sustainable, long-term competitive differentiation. Participants will gain insights into what investors prioritize when evaluating growth potential in AI-driven companies.
The conversation between VCs and startups will explore:
Building Sustainable Long-Term MOATs: Understanding how to establish and maintain unique value in the fast-evolving AI landscape.
Speed of Adaptation: Discussing strategies for rapidly responding to competitive pressures while maintaining technological leadership.
Retention in the AI Era: Exploring how to keep users engaged and loyal as AI capabilities continuously evolve.
Whether you're an early-stage founder or a growing startup, this session offers a unique opportunity to learn from the panelists' extensive experience and perspective in the venture capital landscape.
This event is an IN-PERSON event.
Agenda
5:30 - 6:00 PM: Registration
6:00 - 7:30 PM: Welcome remarks, Presentations & Speakers
Crew Capital is a community-driven venture capital firm that accelerates scale for ambitious founders by providing them with unmatched access to talent, customers, and industry thought leaders.
7:30 - 8:30 PM: Networking session
This event will be moderated by Flaviu Simihaian.
RACC-IT is a non-profit organization that aims to connect Romanian tech companies with global business opportunities. Through strategic events and initiatives, RACC-IT aims to bridge the gap between Romanian innovation and international markets. With regular events hosted in crucial tech hubs like Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca, Iasi, London, New York City and Austin, participants can tap into a worldwide community, open doors to international partnerships and cross-border opportunities.
UiPath (NYSE: PATH) is a global leader in robotic process automation (RPA) software, helping organizations streamline and automate repetitive tasks. As a pioneer in AI-driven automation, UiPath empowers businesses to boost efficiency, reduce operational costs, and accelerate digital transformation through intelligent, scalable solutions.
Linnify is a global technology partner that helps growing startups and tech-driven organizations accelerate their digital development initiatives. With web, mobile, and AI development expertise, they support their customers in defining, designing, building, and successfully launching on time through dedicated product teams.
Why should you attend?
Relationship building: These events are more than just networking. They are about forming genuine, long-term relationships with like-minded professionals in the IT industry. It's an opportunity to get to know each other better over time.
Access to a global network: With events in multiple cities, participants can tap into a worldwide community across different regions, opening doors to international partnerships and cross-border opportunities.
Local & global opportunities: With events happening in crucial tech hubs like Bucharest, London, NYC, and Austin, you’ll be plugged into local opportunities and have access to global trends shaping the future of IT.
Mutual support: These events foster a "give first" mindset, where attendees are encouraged to support each other’s endeavors, offer advice, and share experiences to help everyone succeed.
Exclusive insights: Access exclusive discussions, industry updates, and insights not typically available to the public. You’ll be part of conversations that help shape the future of IT.
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