EUROPE 2024
May 15 -25
PRAGUE
MAY 15 -18
WARSAW
MAY 18 -22
ATHENS
MAY 22 - 25
WHY WE ARE HEADING TO WARSAW
The Ukrainian Tech Community
Since 2022, Warsaw has emerged as a vital hub for Ukrainians, either those residing in Poland, long-term residents or forced to leave their homes due to the invasion. This challenge of starting from scratch has led the Ukrainian entrepreneurs to be resilient, adaptable, and innovative.
Presently, securing funding is a significant challenge for startups. Entrepreneurs in Ukraine face the hurdle of many investors hesitating to support startups with no headquarters outside of Ukraine.
Despite the persisting challenges, Ukrainian tech remains on an upward trajectory, propelled by inherent resourcefulness, unwavering determination, and support from the international community. As they reconstruct their nation and redefine their narrative, this Europe Tour is a great opportunity for Geeks who are looking to learn more about the tech ecosystem and supportUkrainian investors and founders.
Meet the hosts
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Lars Rasmussen
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Petr Sramek
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Diana Koziarska
Founding Partner, SMOK Ventures
Warsaw Co-Host -
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Piotr Boulangé
EIT Jumpstarter Project Lead
EIT Jumpstarter
Warsaw Co-Host -
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Nikita Polischuk
Startup Mentor, Head of Business Development
Beholder
Warsaw Co-Host -
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Kenny Estes
Greetings EUROPE 2024 Geeks!
42Geeks is excited to announce our next Geeks Tour; this time to
Prague, Warsaw and Athens.
from May 15 to 25, 2024.
This is an exclusive and invite-only trip for tech or tech-adjacent entrepreneurs, investors, LPs, ecosystem builders, and executives.
Aspiring Geeks can apply for nomination, or be nominated by an alumni geek.
This is an invite-only trip
who is this trip for?
Investors and operators interested to learn about the tech ecosystems of Eastern Europe and Greece.
VCs looking to meet and build connections with LPs in the region.
Founders looking to build connections and expand their network for mentorship, potential fundraising and M&A.
Founders looking to expand to the region or find potential partner or clients in the region.
Successful founders looking to pay it forward by mentoring other founders on the trip or in the cities we visit.
Geeks who wants to have a life-changing experience with like-minded peers while visiting some of the most interesting and exotic places in the world.
TOUR PRICE
full tour
(BOOK YOUR OWN HOTEL)
$5,000
Hotel and breakfast not included. Book your own hotel room.
Tour participation fee that covers venue, events and ground transportation cost.
full tour
(PRIVATE ROOM)
$9,000
Includes a private hotel room with breakfast.
Tour participation fee that covers venue, events and ground transportation cost.
The tour price does not include flights as well as personal expenses. Upon sign-up, we'll share recommended flight schedules.
You can then book your flights to join the group for an ultimate geek experience.
Kindly review our cancellation policy before booking. As we pay upfront for hotels, travel agents, venues, and vendors from collected trip fees, refunds are not possible. It is strongly advised to secure trip insurance, such as RoamRight or other providers, for trip protection. We have no affiliation with RoamRight or other providers, so carefully review their policies before purchasing.
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Learn
Learn from the top VCs and LPs in the region, unicorn founders, and senior government officials.
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Access
Meet with some of the most highly sought after tech leaders and government officials in the region and around the world.
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Network
Expand your global network by socializing with local investors, founders, and important ecosystem builders.
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Connections
Spend quality time and build deep connections with fellow geeks who are some of the most successful investors and serial entrepreneurs in the industry.
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Geek Tok
Attend private Geek Tok sessions, where we explore interesting topics among the geeks who are working on world-changing projects.
TOUR ITINERARY
Itinerary is subject to change.
PRAGUE, czech republic
WEDNESDAY, MAY 15
Geeks arrive in Prague! Geeks attend a welcome dinner to enjoy local flavors while getting to know each other.
THURSDAY, MAY 16
Discover Prague’s Tech Ecosystem with industry leaders with a keynote and fireside chat. Network with local founders and investors.
FRIDAY, MAY 17
Explore Prague’s tech scene in person. The group will visit a few start-ups and unicorns.
SATURDAY, MAY 18
Depart Prague and take an overnight train to Warsaw!
WARSAW, POLAND
SUNDAY, MAY 19
Arrive in Warsaw, free day to explore.
MONDAY, MAY 20
Discover Poland’s Tech Ecosystem with industry leaders with a keynote and fireside chat. Geeks will have the opportunity to network with the industry leaders.
TUESDAY, MAY 21
Explore Warsaw’s tech scene in person. The group will visit a few start-ups and unicorns.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 22
Depart Warsaw and fly to Athens!
ATHENS, GREECE
WEDNESDAY, MAY 22
Discover Athens Tech Ecosystem with industry leaders with a keynote and fireside chat. Geeks will have the opportunity to network with the industry leaders.
THURSDAY, MAY 23
Explore Athens tech scene in person. The group will visit a few start-ups and unicorns.
FRIDAY, MAY 24
Closing sessions as we celebrate the ending of an incredible trip. Enjoy a farewell dinner with the fellow Geeks and local sponsors.
Paige Chamberlin
Director of Operations
42Geeks
Amy Wong
Operations Associate
42Geeks
Rob Topping
Founder, Managing Member
Topping Capital
Chetan Mehta
Founding Partner
AUM Ventures
Daniel Herbert
CEO
SOLA Group
Brigitte Piniewski
Author, Investor, CEO/Founder
BlockHealth LLC
Isobel Glanville-Pearl
Director MENA
SOLA Group
Lindsay Silver
SVP, Data & Technology
Fox Corporation
Mehak Dinesh
Ex-Google
Engineering Manager
Joshua Mitchey
President
STRIVV Corp
Ian Peters-Campbell
SVP, Platform Technology
WEX
Darwesh Singh
Founder, CEO
Bolt Graphics
Catherine Blanksby
Investor, Co-Founder
Gnome Technologies
Edwyn Chan
Co-founder, CEO
Domicon Labs
Christian Junger
Managing Director, Founder
InnoSimp GmbH
John Sadowski
Managing Director
Walnut Grove Partners
Ian McNish
Angel Investor
MEET THE GEEKS
Kenny Estes
Founder & CEO
Diffuse Inc.
Andrew Chen
Co-Founder
Graffle.io
Stephanie Shorter
Founder
PVC
Jason Sosa
Founder, CEO
Azara.AI
Tommy Chia
Angel investor, Partner
Trill Ventures
Jill Richmond
Founding Partner, GP
Full Stack VC
Krystal Briggs
Data Linguist
Meta
Ryota Matsuzaki
Founder & CEO
Kibidango
Faith Bogue
Incoming Director of Operations
42Geeks
Liliana Lech
Client Engagement Manager
Agility.IO
I've done over 7 geeks trips in the past decade, 5 times as a participant and twice as a co-host, and it was life-changing. I've build a powerful network of clients for my first business, raised funding from the group for my second company, and also found many mentors and a board member from the trips. But most importantly, I now have great friends all around the world and attended the wedding of a fellow geek in Italy last year whom I've met 7 years ago on the trip.
CHIEF GEEK, CHOK OOI
Trip Terms & Conditions
All participants have to agree with the Cancellation & Refund Policy, and
Release & Waiver Agreement.
