On May 7-8, 2026, the EU-Startups Summit returns to sunny Malta, bringing together around 2,500 founders, investors, and startup ecosystem leaders for two days of networking, inspiration, and knowledge-sharing.
Building a startup can be exciting, but it also comes with intense pressure. Long hours, uncertainty, constant decision-making, and the demands of leading a team can take a real toll on founders and employees alike. As conversations around wellbeing become more central to sustainable company building, mental health is no longer something startups can afford to ignore. In our panel “Mental Health Tips for Entrepreneurs and Startup Teams Under Pressure”, we will explore how founders and teams can better recognise stress, build healthier habits, and create more supportive working environments.
The discussion will look at the realities of mental health in fast-paced startup environments, the challenges entrepreneurs and teams face under pressure, and practical ways to support resilience, balance, and long-term well-being while building and scaling a company.
Irene Anggreeni: TEDx speaker, leadership coach, and mental fitness coach. Irene teaches leaders to build high-performing teams that deliver strong results without burnout. Based in the Netherlands, she brings a trauma-informed approach to leadership development and works with founders, managers, and executives on psychological safety, emotional resilience, communication, and sustainable performance. With a background spanning engineering, design research, behavioural change, and coaching, she supports leaders in strengthening both well-being and team effectiveness.
Karen Tierney: Former Co-founder and CPO of SilverCloud Health, Karen has played a key role in building one of the best-known digital mental health platforms in Europe. Based in Ireland, she has helped shape the company’s product, content, and design strategy since its early days, contributing to the development of digital tools that support mental well-being and improve access to evidence-based psychological care.
Magda Mazloum: Founder of Brighter Life Psychology, Magda is a psychotraumatologist and mental health counsellor focused on helping individuals and teams build resilience, prevent burnout, and improve psychological wellbeing. Drawing on her background in clinical psychology and trauma-informed work, she supports people in managing stress, anxiety, self-criticism, and workplace pressure, while also bringing a strong interest in how mental health can be better understood and supported within professional environments.
Matthew Bartolo: Psychotherapist, mental fitness coach, and management consultant, Matthew Bartolo is known for his work at the intersection of mental health, leadership, and organisational wellbeing. Based in Malta, he is the founder of Willingness Malta, a multidisciplinary clinic providing holistic support for mental health, family therapy, and wellness, and he also works with leaders and organisations to build resilience, strengthen workplace culture, and support sustainable performance under pressure.
If you are interested in building healthier teams and learning how founders can better manage the pressures that come with startup life, this panel will offer valuable insights into one of the most important but often overlooked aspects of entrepreneurship. Do not miss the opportunity and secure your ticket today! Join us at the EU-Startups Summit 2026 for two days of learning, networking, and inspiration.
OUR EVENT SPONSORS
Malta Enterprise is Malta’s economic development agency, facilitating economic growth, investment, and innovation by offering a range of support services for local and foreign enterprises setting up a productive presence in Malta. As a key player in Malta’s economic landscape, it contributes to the nation’s prosperity by attracting investments, supporting businesses, and driving innovation, thereby reinforcing Malta’s position as an attractive destination for entrepreneurs and investors alike. Malta Enterprise actively cultivates a vibrant startup ecosystem, playing a pivotal role in fostering a conducive environment for startups and offering tailored support and incentives to empower emerging businesses.
M. Demajo Group is a leading business player in Malta, with a successful history spanning 115 years. The Group’s growth and diversification have resulted in a wide coverage of business sectors through a commitment to long-term results. M. Demajo Group’s workforce is 500 strong and their various activities have been developed through organic growth, acquisitions, partnerships, and startups. Its strong financial situation and ethical standards, its business reputation, and its renowned track record as a business partner are all key factors in its continued expansion.
The IONOS Cloud Start-up Program provides young companies with up to €100,000 in cloud credits for up to five years after their founding. Start-ups benefit from a sovereign IT infrastructure “Made in Germany,” offering 100% GDPR compliance and full legal certainty. IONOS Cloud guarantees technological freedom without vendor lock-in. Long-term support is also ensured: exclusive discounts after the first year enable a seamless transition into the IONOS Cloud ISV Partner Program. In this way, digital sovereignty becomes a strategic competitive advantage from founding to scaling
Read the orginal article: https://www.eu-startups.com/2026/04/meet-the-speakers-joining-the-mental-health-for-startups-panel-at-the-eu-startups-summit-2026/
