# StrictlyVC Takes on Europe: Athens and London to Host Exclusive Tech and VC Events

## StrictlyVC Takes on Europe: Athens and London to Host Exclusive Tech and VC Events

TechCrunch’s exclusive event series, StrictlyVC, is expanding its reach across the Atlantic this May with highly anticipated stops in London and Athens. These boutique events promise insider conversations for VCs and startups looking to tap into the burgeoning European tech scene.

The European leg of StrictlyVC kicks off in Athens on May 8th at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center. The event will feature a special appearance by the Prime Minister of Greece, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, who will discuss Greece’s growing role as a hub for innovation and investment. Attendees will gain firsthand insights into the policy reforms, global partnerships, and future prospects fueling Greece’s tech momentum.

Panels at the Athens event include “Why Greece, Why Now: Betting Big on the Country’s Next Wave of Founders,” featuring Myrto Papathanou (Partner, Metavallon VC), Apostolos Apostolakis (Founding Partner, Venture Friends), Panos Papadopoulos (Partner, Marathon Venture Capital), and Dimitris Kottas (Co-founder and CEO, Delian Alliance Industries). “Built in Europe: Scaling Ambition from the Ground Up” features Konstantina Psoma (Founder and CEO, Kaedim), Haris Pylarinos (Co-founder and CEO, Hack The Box), and Simon Schaefer (Founder / Co-Initiator, Factory / EU Inc. petition). Coen Jonker (Co-Founder of Tyme) and John Tsioris (Founder and CEO, Revotech) will be speaking at “A Tale of Two Emerging Markets.”

Following the Athens event, StrictlyVC moves to London on May 13th, taking place at MidCity Place. The London event will delve into the investment and financial strategies shaping Europe’s tech ecosystem. Attendees can expect insightful discussions on scaling innovation, building resilient tech ecosystems, and identifying Europe’s next global tech leaders.

Featured speakers in London include Nazo Moosa of Paladin Capital Group, who will share insights on investing in cybersecurity, AI, and deep tech. Sonali De Rycker of Accel will discuss how to identify tomorrow’s global winners, and TS Anil of Monzo will delve into the strategy behind Monzo’s rise to become a fintech powerhouse.

For startups considering global expansion or VCs looking to understand the European investment landscape, the StrictlyVC events in Athens and London are not to be missed. Both events offer a unique opportunity to connect with leading voices and gain valuable insights into the future of European tech.

**Event Details:**

* **StrictlyVC Athens:** May 8th, Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center.
* **StrictlyVC London:** May 13th, MidCity Place.

**To learn more and secure your spot, visit:**

* [StrictlyVC Greece Event Page](https://techcrunch.com/events/strictlyvc-greece/?utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=svcgreece&utm_content=ticketsales&utm_source=tc&promo=post_svcglobal_04282025&display=)
* [StrictlyVC London Event Page](https://techcrunch.com/events/strictlyvc-london-2025/?utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=svclondon&utm_content=ticketsales&utm_source=tc&promo=post_svcglobal_04282025&display=)