STAN Paris Chapter Launch 🇫🇷
STAN Paris Chapter Launch 🇫🇷
Join us for an evening bringing together tech investors, founders, and ecosystem players to celebrate the official launch of STAN’s Paris Chapter.
The event will connect angel investors, venture capitalists, founders, and members of the tech community for discussions, startup pitches, and networking.
Venue: Station F | 5 Parv. Alan Turing, 75013 Paris
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Event Timeline
6:00 – 6:30 PM | Registration
6:30 – 6:40 PM | Welcome Address
6:45 – 7:25 PM | Panel Discussion
7:25 – 7:35 PM | STAN Portfolio Startup Showcase
7:35 – 8:25 PM | Startup Pitching Session
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Panel Discussion (6:45 – 7:25 PM)
Building Bridges – Cross-Border Innovation & Investing
Innovation ecosystems are increasingly global, and collaboration between ecosystems has become a key driver of growth. At the same time, rapid technological change and shifting geopolitical dynamics are reshaping how and where innovation happens, influencing supply chains, investment flows, and strategic partnerships.
This panel will explore how investors, founders, and ecosystem builders can strengthen cross-border collaboration between France, Armenia, and the broader global innovation landscape.
Moderator:
Thomas Kurkdjian – Founder & CEO, Skilmi; STAN Paris Chapter Co-Chair
Speakers:
Suzanna Shamakhyan – STAN Board Member, Executive Director at FAST
Gilles Le Cocguen – Director, Head of EuroQuity at Bpifrance
Sevan Karian – Founder, Cabinet ASK Law Firm & Sardarapat FC; STAN Angel
Harut Muradyan – Founder & CEO, Simply Technologies; STAN Angel
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STAN Portfolio Startup Showcase (7:25 – 7:35 PM)
Selected startups from the STAN portfolio will present their solutions.
TACTUN – The control spine for autonomous machinery
Kerpak – AI platform transforming vending and convenience retail
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Startup Pitching Session (7:35 – 8:25 PM)
Innovative startups building global technologies will pitch to the audience of investors.
New Nörm – Continuous mental health infrastructure integrating AI support and clinical therapy
èlevit – Sensorized materials transforming surfaces into touch-sensitive smart interfaces
Muvia.ai – Immersive rehabilitation hardware and games helping patients walk again
Generama Labs – AI platform generating high-quality fashion imagery without photoshoots
CheckEye – AI screening platform for early detection of chronic diseases
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Networking (starting at 8:30 PM)
After the event concludes at 8:30 PM, we’ll continue with drinks and informal networking at Riverside (in front of Station F).
📍 73 rue Eugène Freyssinet, Paris
Riverside details: https://linktr.ee/riversideparis
Networking is optional, and costs are covered by guests.
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About STAN
STAN is a global angel network connecting strong founders with global angels. We are rooted in the Armenian diaspora, using it as a bridge to global talent, capital, and markets.
The STAN Los Angeles chapter, launched in 2024, has already hosted several in-person pitching sessions. Paris is the next step in expanding the network internationally.
40+ angels across the US, EU, and Armenia
$1.5M+ invested in 30 startup deals
1 exit so far, with the portfolio value having grown 2×
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Why Paris?
Paris is one of Europe’s key hubs for startups and investors and home to a vibrant Armenian diaspora community.
The Paris chapter aims to:
Bring together local and international angels
Share EU startup deal flow with the global STAN network
Support founders with capital, experience, and connections
Strengthen technology bridges between the EU and Armenia
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Main Sponsor & Partner
This event is made possible with the support of our main sponsor and partner, Simply Technologies.
Simply Technologies is a global technology company specializing in enterprise software development and digital transformation. With engineering teams across multiple countries, the company partners with startups and established organizations to build scalable technology products and platforms.
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Contacts
Ruben Osipyan
CEO, STAN