24six9 Athens Chapter: Founders Talk
24six9 Athens Chapter presents Founders Talk with Michael Dritsas
Title: Raw & Real: The Future of Startups in Greece
Founders Talk is an intimate conversation series where founders share the highs, the pivots, and the moments that changed everything.
About the speaker:
Michael Dritsas
Founder, Elevate Greece SA | Author | Public Speaker
From engineering to shaping national innovation policy, Michael has spent 30+ years bridging business, government, and startups. He’s co-founded ventures, advised ministers, mentored founders, and played a leading role in building Elevate Greece - the official register and support framework for Greek startups. Today, as part of the Greek Ministry of Economy & Finance, he continues to drive science, technology, and innovation policy on a national and European level.
About the Talk:
The Greek startup ecosystem has come a long way - but where is it headed next?
In this session, we’ll unpack the opportunities and challenges shaping Greece’s innovation landscape. From the first wave of 4 VCs in 2012, to today’s government-backed VCs fueling growth - the momentum is undeniable. Add in tax incentives for Angel Investors and new measures like the Golden Visa for startups, and Greece stands at a pivotal point in its entrepreneurial journey.
This isn’t just about hype - it’s about what’s working, what’s not, and what founders should REALLY expect in the next chapter of Greek entrepreneurship.
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Location is A Liar Man, Gazi, Athens
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