ATHENS, Greece – August 05, 2025 – Aivitam Ventures proudly announces the Startup World Cup Greece Finals 2025, scheduled to take place on September 10, 2025, at the brand-new SuiHub Europe in the heart of Athens. This landmark event brings the world’s largest startup competition to Greece for the first time, offering Greek entrepreneurs a direct path to the $1,000,000 investment prize at the San Francisco Grand Finale.
A Proven Track Record of Success
Building on the momentum from Cyprus, where Calspak recently secured victory at the 2025 Cyprus Finals and earned their spot at the global competition, Aivitam Ventures continues its expansion across Southeast Europe. The Cyprus events have consistently attracted over 150 decision-makers, top-tier investors, and innovative startups, establishing the region as a rising force in the global tech ecosystem.
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Exclusive Opportunities Across Three Key Segments
For Corporate Sponsors: Unprecedented Brand Visibility
- Premium exposure across all event materials and digital assets;
- Speaking opportunities with dedicated keynote slots and panel moderator positions;
- International media coverage through The Future Media, Panis.News and other media partners;
- VIP delegation slots to the San Francisco Grand Finals;
- Direct access to 70+ decision-makers and key customers in one venue.
Sponsorship packages start at €5,000, offering comprehensive branding, media coverage, and networking opportunities that extend far beyond the event day.
For Startups: Your Gateway to Global Recognition
The competition features 10 world-class startups across diverse sectors, including AI, fintech, edtech, healthtech, retail, and sustainable technology.
Selected startups will:
- Pitch directly to veteran venture capitalists and industry leaders;
- Compete for the ultimate prize: representation at the San Francisco Grand Finale;
- Network with international investors and potential corporate partners;
- Gain media exposure through comprehensive coverage across multiple platforms.
For Industry Guests: Premium Networking and Insights
The event offers an exclusive gathering of founders, investors, executives, and journalists, featuring:
- Panel discussions with leading venture capitalists, including representatives from Sui, Metavallon, Apeiron VC, and others
- Live startup pitches showcasing the most innovative Greek companies;
- Networking opportunities with wine, snacks, and dedicated networking areas;
- Keynote presentations from industry thought leaders.
Event Details
- Date: September 10, 2025
- Time: 18:00 – 22:00
- Venue: Agiou Markou 22, Athens
- Expected Attendance: 70+ industry professionals and decision-makers
Strategic Partnership Opportunities
“Following our success in Cyprus, Athens represents the natural evolution of our Southeast European expansion,” said Dmitry Dosov, General Partner at Aivitam Ventures. “We’re not just bringing a competition to Greece – we’re creating a launchpad for the next generation of global tech leaders.”
“Panis.News is proud to support the Startup World Cup Greece. Greece is building serious momentum in tech and innovation, and we’re here to see it up close. We’re diving into the local startup scene, meeting founders, investors, and tracking the real stories shaping the next wave of Greek entrepreneurship,” said Panis Pieri, founder at Panis Media.
Corporate partners gain access to Greece’s most promising startups while positioning their brands at the forefront of innovation. With comprehensive media coverage and direct access to key decision-makers, partnership opportunities provide exceptional ROI for forward-thinking companies.
Registration and Partnership Information
For Startups: Applications are now open for the pitch competition
For Sponsors: Partnership packages available from €5,000 to €20,000
For Guests: Registration here
Organisers:
- Aivitam Ventures
- Panis.News
Host partner:
- SuiHub Europe
Contact:
- Dmitry Dosov, General Partner: dmitry@aivitam.vc, +357 96 70 25 00
- Artem Rodichev, Head of Growth: artem@aivitam.vc, +357 97 92 22 29
