About the Annual Investors Congress
Bridging Capital Across the Mediterranean,
Driving More Investments Toward Impact
Now in its forth edition, the Annual Investors Congress will take place at the heart of Istanbul, Turkey, from May 22 to 24, 2026.
Designed as a discreet and high-impact gathering, the congress brings together influential voices in private capital—angel investors, fund managers, family offices, and ecosystem leaders—for three days of focused dialogue, strategic networking, and cross-border dealmaking across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
210+
Participants
30+
Countries
250+
Meetings
Why Attend?
EXCLUSIVE NETWORKING
Join a curated experience designed to foster authentic relationships among a highly selective group of investors, fund managers, and ecosystem leaders. Beyond structured sessions, you’ll engage in relaxed, high-value interactions through thoughtfully designed social events—set against the vibrant backdrop of Istanbul’s historic skyline and timeless charm—to enable trust-building and long-term collaboration.
STRATEGIC CONNECTIONS
Whether you're an investor, fund manager, or corporate partner, the congress is built to connect you with the right people. Through carefully matched one-on-one meetings and private discussions, you'll engage with peers who share your strategic priorities—creating opportunities for co-investment, syndication, partnerships, and portfolio growth.
IN-DEPTH ECOSYSTEM EXPLORATION
Gain privileged access to one of the most vibrant and fast-evolving investment hubs bridging Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. With Türkiye’s dynamic startup scene, growing capital flows, and expanding role as a regional connector, the congress offers early insight into market trends—delivered through intimate conversations with the investors, founders, and policymakers shaping the future of the ecosystem.
Who attends our events
Co-Founder of Starbucks Coffee
Strategic Adviser to the Co-Founders of TechNovator
President of ABAN
Honorary Consul of the Consulate of the Republic of Moldova to the Republic of Slovenia
Co-founder of Dizrupt
Partner in Fil Rouge Capital
Partner in Vesna Deep Tech Venture
Managing Partner & Chief Exit Officer of MEVP
Chairwoman of Vietnam Franchising and Licensing Network
Director for Startup Programs of Global Entrepreneurship Network
Founding Partner of Raed Ventures
President of Business angels of Slovenia
Innovation Network Lead of IAG
Chairman & CEO of IM Fndng
Executive Director of Goldman Sachs
CEO & Board Member of SVC
Chairman of One Global Innovation
Managing Partner of Sofia Angels Ventures
Founder of Geometry
Advisor on the Small Business Capital Formation Committee - Vice Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
GCC Ambassador of EBAN
Founding Partner & Investor of Eden Ventures
Partner in Arzan Venture Capital
Managing Director of Hivos Impact Investments
Founder of OPN
Co-Founder of Silicon Valley in Your Pocket
Director of Secretariat in EBAN
General Partner of Salica Invesments
Co-Founder of Energy Shift Forum
Managing Partner of Moonbase Capital
Strategic Engagement Director of KAUST
Chief Executive Officer of Emerging Nordic Ventures
Business Director Europe in Enterprise Singapore
Founding General Partner in True Global Ventures & Founder & Chairman of Emeritus New York Angels
Partner in Tensor Ventures
Member of the Board and Chair ESG/Nomination and Remuneration Committee in SES-imagotag
Investor & Board Member of ACIES BIO ltd.
Founder of EKA Global
Investment Professional in Intellex Consulting
Advisor to the President in SDAIA
Managing Partner in 500 Global
Member & Former Managing Director of Launchpad Venture Group & Founder and Principal of Glaessel Ventures
Venture Partner at Expert Dojo
Business Development Director at Schlumberger
Principal at El-Shawarby, Attorneys at Law
CEO & Partner of GACS
CEO of Söderhub & FunRock
Co-Founder & President of CoreAngels
Co-Founder of Core Family Office
Co-Founder of Core Family Office
Investment Director at Shahia Food Limited Company
Principal of Verod-Kepple Africa Ventures
Visionary Investor & Serial Entrepreneur
General Partner, Chief Executive Office of AAlchemy Ventures
Chief Investment Officer at Injaz Capital
Co-founder and Chief Revenue Officer of eBen
Chief Executive Officer of eBen
Managing Director at Galata Business Angels Official
Executive Director at Middle East Venture Partners
Director at BPE Partners
General Partner at 2Pi Ventures
Co-Founder at Baobab Network
Managing Partner TCV at Tanmiya Capital Ventures
Expert at Investment Office of the Presidency of the Republic
Past Sponsors
Past Partners
ABOUT MEDITERRANEAN INVESTORS
Mediterranean Investors is a cross-border investment network that brings together a diverse range of players—from angel groups and syndicates to venture capital and corporate venture funds. With a shared commitment to fostering collaboration across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, the network facilitates cross-border dealmaking and co-investment.
Beyond capital, we help grow the value of our portfolio companies by providing strategic support and facilitating introductions to follow-on investors, LPs, corporates, and like-minded funds. We connect investor communities, cultivate trust, and work together to close deals at both the seed and follow-on stages, across sectors aligned with our members’ interests.
30+
Global Members
2000+
Investors
23+
Countries Worldwide
550+
Portfolios
Our Members
