SHE INVESTS: From Finding the Opportunities to Exits
This isn’t another conference—it’s a genuine gathering for everyone curious about angel investing, from first-time explorers to seasoned angel investors.
She Invests is organised by LUMUS Investment Collective, one of Europe's largest female angel syndicates.
What to Expect
Prepare for engaging sessions where no question is too bold and every insight counts. Together, we’ll unravel the secrets behind sourcing deals, structuring exits, and creating a wealth-by-design strategy.
📅 SHE INVESTS Conference Program
9:00 Gates open: coffee, snacks & networking
9:30 - 10:00 Opening Circle
We begin by gathering - with intention. Step into the day, meet your fellow investors, and hear what inspired us to bring this community together. A space to arrive, breathe, and align on what's ahead.
10:00 - 11:00 Dealflow Sourcing Strategies
Panel with: Andrea Zitná, Lead Partner for the Health & TechBio at Speedinvest, Jana Sedlakova, Founder of Sedlakova Legal, General Partner at StartGuide VC, and an active angel investor and Michala Gregorova, Investment Manager & Podcast Host at Miton
No fluff, just the fundamentals. Our expert panel shares practical strategies for sourcing high-quality dealflow. From building a strong network to leveraging the right tools, this session is all about the actionable tactics that lead to strong investments.
11:00 - 11:15 Coffee break
11:15 - 12:00 She Supports: What Founders Look for in Angels
Panel with: Honza Siroky, CTO of United Founders, ex-CTO of Mews, Katarina Simkova, CEO of CloseRocket and Jan Slama, CEO & Co-Founder of FaceUp & JinejFond
Capital is just the beginning. Hear directly from founders about the value they seek—and cherish—in angel investors. From strategic guidance to hands-on mentorship, learn how to become the kind of investor founders want on their cap table.
12:00 – 12:45 She Maps: Finding Your Role in the Angel Ecosystem
Lucia Cerchlan, Vladimira Cincurova, Terezia Jacova and Zuzana Zamborska, LUMUS CoFounders
Where do you fit in the world of early-stage investing? This session helps you map the angel landscape and understand how your unique experience, network, and perspective can shape your role in the broader tech ecosystem.
12:45 - 13:45 Lunch break
13:45 - 14:45 Navigating exits
Panel with: Silke Horakova, Co-Founder & General Partner, Tilia Impact Ventures, Jaroslav Zubak, Ex-CPTO of MINIT, acquired by Microsoft and Petr Ulvr, Co-Founder of Tensor Ventures.
Every great investment story has an ending—make sure yours is a good one. This session dives into real-world exit stories: the good, the tough, and the transformational. Learn what it takes to position yourself—and your portfolio—for successful outcomes.
14:45 - 15:00 Coffee break
15:00 - 16:00 Wealth by Design, Not Default
Lucia Demarquest
Roots-building financial independence through smart, strategic investing. Lucia Desmarquest breaks down the landscape of asset classes and explores how women can carve out a wealth-building journey tailored to their goals. This session lays the groundwork for everything.
16:00 - 16:30 She Closes the Day, Opens the Future
We’ll close the day by surfacing key insights, sharing next steps, and celebrating the momentum we’ve built together. Whether you’re just getting started or deepening your journey, leave with clarity, confidence, and connections.
19:00 – Midnight – Big Networking Party 🎉
Keynote: Sonia Slavtcheva – What Do Period Underwear and Drones Have in Common Through the Eyes of an Investor?
The big networking party will be attended by: Lumus members, angel investors, VCs, our portfolio companies, founders, entrepreneurs, C -level executives and innovation leaders will come together for this evening of great conversations, new connections, and plenty of fun!
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The conference is open to everyone who is interested in the topic of angel investing.
Huge thank you to our partner Eldison for helping us to make this event happen.
This event is funded by the European Union NextGenerationEU, Component 10: Attracting and retaining talent, Investment 2: Strengthening relations with the diaspora, supporting civic initiatives, Call for support to strengthen relations with the Slovak diaspora with code 10I02-03-V01.