Paris: Strategic Networking
STAN Paris Chapter Event | June 18, 2026
Join us at Station F, for an evening dedicated to angel investing, technology trends, and opportunities connecting Armenia, France, and the broader European innovation ecosystem.
Hosted during VivaTech week, the event brings ecosystem leaders to discuss how technology is reshaping industries, why now is a unique time to invest in innovation, and how Armenia can strengthen its position within the European startup landscape.
Panel Discussion
Speakers
Julien Schmitt, Program Director, EU4Innovation East
Yelena Ambartsumian, Co-Chair, STAN New York Chapter
Ara Yeromian, Managing Director at Teachers' Venture Growth
Moderator: Thomas Kurkdjian, Co-Chair, STAN Paris Chapter
Discussion Topics
Angel Investing 101
How does angel investing work? What makes a successful angel investor? The discussion will cover:
The economics of startup investing and power-law returns
Building an investment thesis
Decision-making frameworks for angel investors
Common mistakes and best practices
Technology & Investment Trends
What is happening in the global technology ecosystem today, and why is this an exciting time to invest?
The impact of AI on startups and venture investing
Emerging technology opportunities
How innovation is reshaping investment processes
France, Europe & Armenia
Exploring new opportunities created by the growing collaboration between Armenia, France, and the European innovation ecosystem.
EU innovation and funding opportunities
France–Armenia strategic cooperation
The evolution of the Armenian technology ecosystem
Startup Showcase
A curated selection of startups from Armenia and beyond will present technologies spanning defense, AI, beauty, infrastructure, climate tech, and healthcare.
Talon Avionics: A defense technology company developing next-generation counter-UAS solutions using acoustic tracking, radar fusion, and autonomous interceptors.
BeautyFlo: BeautyFlo is developing an AI-powered beauty commerce platform that helps salons and beauty professionals increase retail sales through personalized product recommendations and intelligent customer engagement.
SKNRY: SKNRY is a personal skincare coach that designs personalized skincare routines, tracks progress, and connects at-home care, clinical treatments, and biometric data into a unified experience.
rBlox: rBlox provides a next-generation networking solution that enables data centers to future-proof their infrastructure through its innovative non-IP software architecture.
eMomentum: eMomentum enables industry and infrastructure operators to reduce energy waste, prevent failures, and lower CO₂ emissions through advanced monitoring and optimization technologies.
Wooxy: Wooxy is a next-generation autonomous marketing platform that plans, generates, and executes campaigns across channels using AI.
Aqta: Aqta is a deep-tech startup that issues cryptographically signed receipts for every AI decision, allowing outputs to be independently verified without relying on the company itself.
Networking Reception
Continue the conversation over drinks and networking with founders, investors, corporate leaders, and ecosystem builders from France, Armenia, and beyond. Please note that drinks and any additional orders at the bar will be covered by guests.
Agenda
6:15 PM - 6:30 PM | Arrival & Registration
6:30 PM - 6:40 PM | Welcome Remarks
6:45 PM - 7:30 PM | Panel Discussion
7:30 PM - 8:15 PM | Startup Showcase
8:30 PM - 9:30 PM | Networking Reception
Venue
Station F, Paris
Partners
CCIFA (Chambre de Commerce et d’Industrie Française en Arménie)