What we’re about
Welcome to the Equity Thursday Meetup Group!
Are you passionate about startups, venture capital, private equity, and the ever-evolving landscape of entrepreneurship? Do you want to connect with founders, investors, and industry leaders while diving deep into the cutting-edge topics that shape Central and Eastern Europe's (CEE) startup ecosystem? Equity Thursday is the event series for you!
🚀 What is Equity Thursday? Equity Thursday is a recurring event designed to foster connections, share knowledge, and inspire action within the startup and investment community. Each month, we host panel discussions featuring seasoned entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, and private equity professionals. The goal? To provide invaluable insights into topics like managing marketplaces, mastering international growth, investment strategies, and more—all with a focus on the CEE region and beyond.
💼 What can you expect?
Engaging Panel Discussions: Hear from renowned experts like Balázs Sándorfi (Bankmonitor), Jenő Nieder (PortfoLion Capital Partners), Evtim Chesnovski (Integral Venture Partners), Petr Koutny (Finshape), and Tamás Nagy (EBRD). Our speakers bring a wealth of experience in private equity, venture capital, mergers & acquisitions, and business growth across Europe.
Networking Opportunities: Meet like-minded individuals—entrepreneurs, investors, industry leaders, and professionals—who are eager to share ideas and build lasting connections.
Community Building: Be part of a growing, dynamic community that’s shaping the future of startups and investments in the region.
Inspiring Venues: Our events are held at The Workshop, a creative and inspiring space in Budapest, ideal for sparking meaningful conversations.
🌟 Why Join Us? Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a rising startup founder, an investor, or someone simply curious about the startup world, Equity Thursday offers an enriching environment to learn, network, and grow. Together, we'll ignite the spark of innovation and support the next wave of game-changers in the business world.
📅 Upcoming Events: Stay tuned for announcements on our next panel discussions, networking sessions, and more! Our previous events have tackled topics like Mastering International Growth, "The Comeback of Venture Capital: Opportunities in the CEE Region", Building Managed Marketplaces, and insights into Private Equity from leading experts in the field.
Ready to join the conversation and make an impact? Hit the join button and mark your calendars for our next Equity Thursday!
