Stellar Ecosystem Impact: Web3 Founders & Investor Mixer
Join us for an evening of live pitches, candid feedback, and good conversation with Web3 and fintech founders and investors.
Hosted by the Stellar Development Foundation in partnership with Web3Bridge and Vertis Capital, the evening spotlights regional Web3 ventures — including those built on Stellar — working across cross-border payments, DeFi infrastructure, tokenization, and financial inclusion.
Why Attend?
Founders: On stage or in the crowd, connect with the investors and builders shaping Web3 in the region.
Investors: Get a curated look at eight promising Web3 and fintech startups in under an hour.
Ecosystem Members: Connect with the visiting Stellar team and the builders who are evolving the future of Web3.
Developers: Meet founders building on Stellar and other chains and discover projects seeking technical talent and co-founders.
What to Expect
Startup Pitches: 8 selected Web3 startups pitch live — 5 minutes to present, followed by 5 minutes of direct investor feedback.
Investor Panel: Led by Sofien Sidhoum from Vertis Capital, joined by regional and global VCs focused on Africa and Web3.
Relaxed Conversations: Open networking designed so founders and funders actually connect.
Hosted Drinks & Light Bites: Refreshments served throughout. The best deals get done over good food.
Agenda
6:30 PM: Doors Open & Welcome Networking
6:40 PM: Opening Remarks by SDF & Partners
7:00 PM: Startup Pitch Session
7:50 PM: Open Networking
8:30 PM: Close of Evening
Part of Stellar Impact Week: Kenya
This event is part of Stellar Impact Week, anchored by Stellar GIVE Program — Stellar Development Foundation's global impact initiative that connects Stellar technology and people with local communities to turn open financial infrastructure into real-world impact. The ventures in this room reflect that mission: solutions grounded in lived realities and built for real adoption.
Guest Guidelines
This is a private, invite-only event. Approval is required to attend.
Please arrive well-presented; smart casual recommended.
Bring a valid ID matching your registration.
Start Connecting Before the Event
Approved guests will be added to a dedicated WhatsApp group ahead of the evening. We encourage you to introduce yourself, share what you're building, and see who else will be in the room before you walk in. The link will be shared in your confirmation email.