9th Monaco Edition · June 24th, 2026

Where Relationships Turn Into Investments

The K2MATCH Monaco Investor Lounge is a private, founder friendly investor event in Monaco focused on warm introductions, deep conversations and long term partnerships.

Founder Cigdem Kemi from study.blocFounders Dr. Wen Pan from NovaSprayTecFounder Marc Graham from Spark Education AIFounder Elena Petukhovskaya from big akwaFounder Dr. Gael Boven from aera

Startups from more than fifteen countries have already joined previous Monaco editions.

K2Match official partners

Program at a glance

A Compact Monaco Week Built Around One Main Event Night

Pre-event gathering, the Investor Lounge main program, and an after-event dinner for deeper follow-ups.

Day -1

Pre-Event Get-Together

Wednesday, June 24th, 2026

  • Warm introductions over drinks
  • Small group format

Day 0

Monaco Investor Lounge

Thursday, June 25th, 2026

  • Startup pitches with Q&A
  • Networking with investors

Day +1

After-Event Dinner

Friday, June 26th, 2026

  • Deeper conversations
  • Relationship building

Locations for satellite gatherings are shared with confirmed guests shortly before the edition.

Why Monaco

A World-leading Hub for Capital, Credibility and Meaningful Connections

Monaco combines a compact size with an unusually dense network of family offices, wealthy individuals and financial institutions. The setting makes it easier to build trust, deepen conversations and open doors that would normally take months to access.

Luxury cars in Monaco

27,000+

Millionaires in 2 km²

Monaco has one of the highest concentrations of wealth in the world and attracts decision makers from banking, finance and industry.

Monaco Harbor: Huge network of investors

450+

Investors in the K2MATCH network

Our private network includes family offices, angels, venture funds and private equity partners who are active in early and growth stage investing.

Conversations between investors and founders at the Monaco Investor Lounge

30+

Investors per edition

Each Investor Lounge edition guarantees a minimum of thirty investors in the room, many of them returning across multiple events.

The K2MATCH experience

A Founder Friendly Journey From First Contact to Follow-Up

The Monaco Investor Lounge is designed to help founders and investors connect in a calm, personal and well-prepared setting. Every phase supports meaningful conversations rather than quick transactions.

Founder prepares for the Monaco Investor Lounge
Before the event

Warm Up Investors and Prepare Your Story

  • Exposure to more than 450 investors in the K2MATCH network
  • Pitch preparation and founder coaching
  • Event landing page and social media spotlight
  • Monaco Life announcement for additional visibility
  • Private pre event get together with founders and early arriving investors
Pitch session during the Monaco Investor Lounge in an intimate setting
During the event

A Boutique Investor Lounge, Not a Crowded Conference

  • Three hours in a private Monaco venue
  • One hour of founder pitches in an intimate format
  • Two hours of open networking with at least thirty investors
  • Professional photography and content for your brand
  • Warm and human atmosphere that makes conversations easy
Networking after the Investor Lounge in Monaco
After the event

Follow-Ups That Turn Into Real Opportunities

  • Optional one to one meetings with investors the next day
  • Media recap and social coverage to extend your reach
  • After event dinner and informal networking
  • Access to future K2MATCH events and the Startup Roadshow
  • Ongoing support from the K2MATCH team and community

A Look Back: 8th Monaco Investor Lounge Program

The Monaco Investor Lounge is designed as a compact “Monaco week” around the main program. Satellite gatherings are reserved for confirmed participants and kept intentionally small.

Wednesday

Pre-Event Get-Together

March 4th, 2026 · 19:30

  • Relaxed drinks and finger food to warm up conversations
  • Networking among founders, delegates, and early arriving investors
  • Small group format with limited seating
Reserved for confirmed participants Contribution: €90 / person

Location shared with confirmed guests shortly before the edition.

Thursday

K2MATCH Monaco Investor Lounge

March 5th, 2026

  • 18:00 – 19:00 Guest arrival, registration, welcome drink
  • 19:00 – 20:30 K2MATCH opening + startup pitches + Q&A
  • 20:30 – 21:30 Networking with offered drinks and finger food
  • After 21:30 Guests welcome to stay and network (consumptions after 21:30 handled individually)
  • End: 22:30
Confirmed guest list only

Entry requires a valid registration and confirmation.

Friday

After-Event Dinner

March 6th, 2026 · 19:30

  • Seated dinner and drinks for deeper conversations
  • Networking among founders, delegates, and investors
  • Small group format with limited seating
Reserved for confirmed participants Contribution: €120 / person

Location shared with confirmed guests shortly before the edition.

Satellite gatherings are intentionally limited to keep the atmosphere personal and conversation-driven.

8th Edition Lineup

Pitching Startups

A small, curated selection of founders pitching live in Monaco. Scan the one-liners first and open the profiles that match your focus.

FelixOne team
AI Research Finance

FelixOne

A research workspace that turns scattered documents into searchable knowledge — with answers linked back to the source.

Represented in Monaco

Ben Jaletzke (Founder & CEO), Dimitri Lesas (Founding Engineer), James Hall (CCO & Co-Founder)

EnerKite team
Renewable EnergyInfrastructure

EnerKite

24/7 affordable power independence worldwide — constant, cheap, and universal for everyone, everywhere.

Represented in Monaco

Florian Breipohl (CEO), Joscha Jüstel (CFO), Nicole Allgaier (COO)

24 HR Pharmacy Founder
Digital HealthServices

24 HR Pharmacy

UK-regulated online pharmacy delivering clinically led digital care from consultation to prescription fulfilment.

Represented in Monaco

Sehar Shahid (Founder & CEO)

Spark AI preview
EdTech AI

Spark AI

Personalised stories, proven results — the future of reading is Spark.

Represented in Monaco

Marc Graham (Founder & CEO)

everybody counts preview
EdTech Impact

Everybody Counts

Changing the way the world learns maths, one country at a time.

Represented in Monaco

Andy Ridgway (Co-Founder & CEO), Ksenia Edsall

Everybody Creates (EC) preview
Education Creativity

Everybody Creates (EC)

Encouraging creative freedom in the classroom — helping students create, express, and learn with confidence.

Represented in Monaco

Emilie Scholey (Co-Founder, CEO), Andy Ridgway (Co-Founder, Director)

GR1T electric motorcycle preview
Mobility Electric Vehicles

GR1T

An all-electric motorcycle built for urban and longer-range commuting — designed around everyday convenience.

Represented in Monaco

Philip Ammerman (Co-Founder, CFO),

Next Monaco Edition

Want to Pitch at a Future Investor Lounge?

Start with the Startup Readiness Score to see if you fit the format and get your next-step guidance.

Who joins the investor lounge

A Curated Mix of Investors, Family Offices and Monaco Stakeholders

Each edition brings together a balanced group of family offices, high net worth individuals, venture funds, private equity partners and banks. Many of them return across multiple events.

Group photo of founders and investors at the Monaco Investor Lounge

40%

HNWIs and Angels

27%

Family Offices

13%

Venture Capital

11%

Private Equity

9%

Banks

+

Media and Monaco institutions

Selected investors, partners and media from previous editions

Launch Africa VenturesRound2 CapitalSalesforce VenturesEdmond de RothschildCMB MonacoKENDRISMonaco LifeMoonstone FundTACT+ InvestLumina Spes Group

Success stories

Real Founders and Real Outcomes From Monaco

Founders use the Monaco Investor Lounge to open new funding conversations, secure angel tickets and build long term relationships with investors and partners.

Founder of Swöm speaking at the Investor Lounge

Success story

Swöm |

Consumer platform and sports brand that joined the Monaco Investor Lounge to expand its investor base and open doors in Monaco.

  • Angel ticket commitment following the event
  • Introductions to Monaco based foundations
  • New business development opportunities in the region
Outcome: Funding plus long term partners
Founders of Everybody Counts at the Investor Lounge

Success story

Everybody Counts |

Edtech company focused on maths learning that repeatedly returned to the Investor Lounge to deepen relationships and scale funding.

  • Angel tickets across multiple Monaco editions
  • Media coverage in Monaco based outlets
  • New partnerships and expansion opportunities
Outcome: Investment at several editions and ongoing visibility
Founder of NovaSprayTec speaking with investors

Success story

NovaSprayTec |

Deeptech company that used the Investor Lounge to present to a new circle of investors and advisors.

  • Warm conversations with sector relevant investors
  • New contacts in real estate and finance
  • Stronger positioning for future funding rounds
Outcome: Strategic investor and partner relationships

What participants say

A Warm and Personal Investor Event That People Remember

Founders, investors and partners describe the Monaco Investor Lounge as one of the most human, well curated and meaningful events in their calendar.

Portrait of Andrew Ridgway from Everybody Counts
"This is by far the best and most successful fundraising event we do anywhere in the world."
Andrew Ridgway, CEO, everybody counts
Portrait of Daniel Huber from Canvena
"A warm and personal atmosphere with exceptional conversations and lasting connections."
Daniel Huber, Co-Founder, Canvena
Portrait of Chris Clavel from Baccana Digital Consulting
"In more than twenty years of attending investor events, this is one of the best formats I have experienced."
Chris Clavel, Baccana Digital Consulting
Portrait of Olga Tcacenco from KENDRIS
"You created a space where founders and investors truly connect in an authentic way."
Olga Tcacenco, Partner, KENDRIS
Portrait of Tassbieh Hassan from Salesforce Ventures
"Thank you again for having me, it was a really wonderful event and I love what you all are building."
Tassbieh Hassan, Salesforce Ventures
Portrait of James Burron from CAASA
"K2MATCH has a quality crowd tonight in Monaco. Amazing pitches from start-ups and many SFOs who are into venture. Great job by the venture sherpas!"
James Burron, CEO and Co-Founder, CAASA

Impressions from previous editions

Monaco Moments That Make the Investor Lounge Special

From morning Tai Chi and guided Monaco tours to evening gatherings and relaxed pitch sessions, every edition is built around shared experiences that make it easy to connect.

Panoramic night view over Monaco where the Investor Lounge takes place
Founders and investors in conversation at Monaco Investor LoungePitch session inside a Monaco venueGroup photo from Monaco Investor Lounge editionTai Chi morning session with the K2MATCH groupGuided tour through Monaco with founders and investorsDinner after the Investor Lounge in Monaco

Choose your path

Join the Monaco Investor Lounge as a Founder or as an Investor

For Startups

Pitch in front of a curated investor audience, gain visibility in Monaco and join a warm community of founders and investors.

  • Visibility to more than 450 investors
  • Pitch preparation and coaching before the event
  • Media exposure and professional photography
  • Access to pre and after event gatherings

For Investors and Sponsors

Meet selected founders, experience Monaco with a trusted group and discover partnership and sponsorship opportunities.

  • Access to curated founders and funds
  • Invitations to all gatherings and side events
  • Visibility as a sponsor or partner in Monaco and beyond
  • Ongoing access to the K2MATCH ecosystem

Frequently asked questions

Details about the Monaco Investor Lounge

Who can apply to pitch at the Monaco Investor Lounge?

Seed to growth stage startups, single companies and funds from sectors such as fintech, SaaS, sustainability, biotech, AI, longevity, sports tech, edtech and related fields are welcome to apply. The prerequisite is the free application on our Dealum site. Check your Startup Readiness Score to get your Dealum invite.

How selective is the event?

We select only a small number of founders per edition. This keeps the Investor Lounge intimate and makes it easier for investors to focus on each project.

What happens after I am selected as a pitching startup?

You will join onboarding sessions, receive pitch preparation and coaching, appear in our event communication and take part in the full Monaco experience including pre and after event gatherings.

Do investors need a ticket to attend?

Investors join by invitation or by requesting access via the K2MATCH team. If you are an investor or family office, you can use the investor and sponsor access button to get in touch.

Are side events and session included?

Yes. The pre event gathering, after event dinner and selected Monaco experiences are part of the full program for both founders and investors.

How often does the Monaco Investor Lounge take place?

The K2MATCH Monaco Investor Lounge is held several times per year. The page above shows the next edition and the application path for founders as well as access options for investors and sponsors.

Ready to join the next Monaco Investor Lounge?