On May 7-8, the EU-Startups Summit returns to sunny Malta, bringing together around 2,400 founders, investors, and startup ecosystem leaders for two days of networking, inspiration, and knowledge-sharing.
As Europe’s startup ecosystem continues to mature, discussions around a more unified legal framework for startups and scaleups are gaining momentum. In our panel “EU Inc – The Challenges and Opportunities Related to a Europe-Wide Legal Entity,” we will bring together experienced voices from policy, advocacy, and investment to explore what a more harmonised legal structure could mean for founders, investors, and innovation across the continent.
Iwona Anna Biernat: COO of Project Europe and Legal Architect at EU-INC, Iwona works at the intersection of law, venture, operations, and policy. She spent several years at Entrepreneur First, where she helped build and scale global legal processes that lowered barriers for founders launching companies worldwide. She later advised emerging fund managers, family offices, and VCs on fund strategy and operations, and is now closely involved in shaping pan-European legal and policy frameworks designed to make it easier to start and scale companies across Europe.
Kay Jebelli: Vice President for Europe at the Chamber of Progress, Kayvan is a Brussels-based lawyer and policy expert working across competition law, digital policy, and technology regulation. With a background in both computer engineering and law, he brings a cross-disciplinary perspective to issues including AI, competition, industrial policy, privacy, and digital rights. He is also the co-author of “DG Progress“, which promotes European progress and tech success.
Vasco Pereira da Silva: Head of Policy at Allied For Startups, Vasco is a Brussels-based policy expert focused on the regulatory and funding frameworks shaping Europe’s startup ecosystem. Before joining Allied For Startups, he spent three years at the Portuguese Permanent Representation to the European Union, where he worked on EU policymaking and cross-border coordination. With a PhD in Public Policy, Vasco brings a strong strategic perspective to issues including startup regulation, venture capital, digital policy, and Europe’s competitiveness agenda.
Vazil Hudak: Former VP of EIB & Fund President, H2O Fund. Vazil is an experienced manager, investor, and board member with a background spanning banking, government, and innovation. He has held senior leadership roles across finance and public policy, including serving as a government minister, and today remains active as an investor, advisor, and board member. His work focuses strongly on technology, energy transition, and strategic growth.
Whether you are building across borders, navigating regulatory complexity, or interested in the future of Europe’s startup framework, this session will offer valuable insights into both the challenges and the opportunities tied to a more integrated legal model for innovation in Europe. Secure your ticket today and stay tuned for further updates on our event page.
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 prosperiety 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
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