Athens is about to become the epicenter of Emerging Europe’s tech scene this February, as the city gears up to host the inaugural Doers Summit 2025.
Organized by the team behind Reflect Festival, one of the Mediterranean’s most vibrant tech gatherings, the upcoming summit takes a bold new direction: it aims to elevate underrepresented startups and communities across Emerging Europe, bringing them under one roof to spark actionable collaborations.
The summit is the DoersCompany’s latest endeavour. From the curated attendee list to the high-profile speakers, it promises a uniquely intimate, but impactful experience. Hosted at Athens’ historic Technopolis, the event combines the stunning beauty of ancient heritage with forward-thinking innovation.
Why Emerging Europe, Why Now
For years, much of the spotlight in European tech has been drawn to established hubs in the West. But a growing number of venture capital firms, founders, and operators are waking up to the untapped potential across regions like the Balkans, Central and Eastern Europe, and the Eastern Mediterranean.
According to Stylianos Lambrou, Co-founder and CEO of The Doers Company, that energy is “palpable, yet often lacks a dedicated platform” to fully realize its potential. The Doers Summit 2025 is designed to fill that gap.
The event signals a broader trend toward decentralizing global tech innovation. While Silicon Valley continues to attract significant investment, many entrepreneurs and VCs are diversifying their interests, looking to regions that have historically been overshadowed but are ripe with opportunity. Emerging Europe fits that bill perfectly, offering both a growing talent pool and lower operational costs. By showcasing its most promising players on a global stage, the summit aims to redefine how and where innovation happens.
Why Attend? A Platform for Tangible Outcomes
In contrast to sprawling conferences where the crowd can sometimes dilute meaningful interactions, the Doers Summit maintains an invite-only format capped at 2,000 participants. This guarantees a high-caliber gathering focused on results rather than big-ticket spectacle and vanity metrics.
Attendees are accepted based on their current impact in the ecosystem, so you can expect to meet people who are actively deploying capital, building breakthrough solutions, and scaling new ventures.
“We’re bringing together the people who make things happen—those who are building, funding, and scaling startups right now,” explains Dusan Duffek, Co-founder and Managing Partner at The Doers Company. “This is where deals will be made and ideas will take flight.”
With a strict focus on execution, the summit encourages workshops, closed-door meetings, and spontaneous gatherings—an environment where fundraising rounds may be sparked and cross-border partnerships inked. For journalists and industry observers, it’s also an opportunity to uncover stories of resilience and ingenuity from corners of Europe that don’t always make headlines.
Summit Agenda – A Powerhouse Speaker Lineup
Keynote speakers at the Doers Summit 2025 include several trailblazers in the global tech world. Lars Rasmussen, Co-founder of Google Maps, VentureFriends Founding Partner Apostolos Apostolakis, and Markus Fuhrmann—CEO and Co-founder of GROPYUS—are only some of the headliners.
Rounding out the lineup is Andrew Yeung, Founder and CEO of Fibe, who will discuss scaling digital platforms beyond their home markets. Together, they offer perspectives that cross boundaries, verticals, and even continents, reflecting the summit’s broader aim of inter-regional exchange.
For those seeking a more premium experience, the Doers Summit 2025 introduces Doers+—an exclusive membership tier that grants behind-the-scenes access to thought leaders and curated networking sessions with other high-impact movers. From private lunches with keynote speakers to priority seating at select panels, Doers+ members receive personalized introductions and concierge-level support before, during, and after the summit. Whether you’re looking to raise capital or secure strategic partnerships, this package gives you the connections and resources to make your mark.
Hosting the Doers Summit marks a significant milestone for Athens. Startups and investors are recognizing its blend of affordability, talent, and government-backed initiatives. According to Lambrou, “Athens isn’t just a historic city; it’s becoming a tech and creative hub, with the infrastructure and talent to match.”
Are you a challenger of the startup ecosystem? Secure your spot among visionary founders and investors. Apply today and use code TRMKLT50 for 20% off—limited to the first 50 tickets.
