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Founding Partner

Til Klein

105 of the most promising startups will battle it out in the group rounds of the competition. 

In this round, 10 of them will fight for a chance to move onto the semi-final. Competing startups will have three minutes to pitch, followed by a three-minute Q&A with our judging panel.

Meet our judges: 
- Melissa Cash from Pok Pok
- Hattie Wills from GuessWorks
- Jason H from Get Startup Funding
- Til Klein from Identity.vc
- Brittany Kaiser from Own Your Data Foundation

PITCH Group 3

There are increasing indications that institutional investors are ready to back up their talk on diversity and inclusion with actual investments as the topic becomes a flashpoint rather than a cool trend. LPs are pushing for greater diversity within funds and their portfolios, especially when supporting teams led by women and those from ethnic minority backgrounds. Could this evolve into a formal mandate for future funds targeting newer generations?

Funding gaps & diverse founders: Should the mandate come from LPs?

This session will be hosted by Til Klein from Identity Ventures.

Startup roundtables are 45-minute sessions gathering up to 10 startup attendees for an interactive and open group discussion on a specific topic relevant to a startup audience.

Born to disrupt: Are LGBTQ+ founders built for innovation?

As we navigate the shifting tides of 2024, investors face an array of opportunities and challenges in a rapidly evolving market landscape. This talk will explore the most promising sectors and emerging trends that could define the next big investment moves. From the latest in AI to the evolving geopolitical landscape and inclusive investments in LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs, our expert panel will provide actionable insights to help you position your portfolio for success in the coming year.

Til Klein

Founding Partner

identity.vc 🏳️‍🌈 Backing LGBTQ+ Founders