On April 24-25, 2025, we’ll be hosting the 11th edition of the EU-Startups Summit in sunny Malta! With around 2,400 founders, investors, and startup enthusiasts coming together for two days of learning, networking, and inspiration, this is the must-attend event for Europe’s startup ecosystem.
One of the hottest topics in startup funding today is equity crowdfunding—a game-changer for startups seeking to raise capital while engaging their communities. But how do you run a successful campaign? What are the common pitfalls to avoid? And how do regulations shape this fast-growing space?
To explore the opportunities and challenges of equity crowdfunding, we are bringing together an exceptional lineup of speakers for our panel discussion, “Equity Crowdfunding: Dos & Don’ts” where they will share their expertise on crowdfunding platforms, investment regulations, and venture funding. The panel will be moderated by Oliver Gajda, CEO of Eurocrowd, who brings deep expertise in European crowdfunding regulations and industry best practices!
Grégoire is a Senior legal expert at Crowdcube, one of Europe’s leading equity crowdfunding platforms. With a background in financial services regulation, AML/CFT compliance, and corporate law, he has worked at firms like Allen & Overy, Mayer Brown, and Edmond de Rothschild. His expertise in navigating the legal complexities of crowdfunding makes him an essential voice on this panel.
Mindaugas Valiulis – European Commission
As part of the European Commission’s Capital Markets Union team, Mindaugas has been at the forefront of shaping policies for alternative finance, innovation, and fintech regulation in Europe. He has played a key role in developing regulations for crowdfunding, investment platforms, and financial markets, making his insights invaluable for understanding the regulatory landscape.
Nóra is the founder and CEO of Tőkeportál, the first equity crowdfunding platform in Hungary. A finance and technology expert, she has extensive experience in capital markets, venture funding, and startup ecosystem building. Beyond her platform, she is a lecturer and author, contributing to the growth of crowdfunding across Central and Eastern Europe.
Randal MacDonald – Republic Europe
As the Managing Director of Republic Europe (formerly Seedrs), Randal is leading one of Europe’s largest private investing platforms. With over 15 years of experience in financial services, fintech, and crowdfunding, he has driven strategic growth, regulatory compliance, and high-impact investment campaigns across the EU.
Join us on April 24-25, 2025, in sunny Malta, where you’ll connect with top startup leaders, investors, and innovators. Secure your ticket today and be part of the movement driving innovation across the continent. Stay tuned for more updates, speaker announcements, and event highlights on our event page.
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EUROCROWD is an independent network organisation aiming to support and promote crowdfunding as an alternative funding mechanism for small and medium-sized enterprises and innovative projects. EUROCROWD promotes and supports the development of Crowdfunding mechanisms as a viable funding source to European entrepreneurs and funders.
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