Bermuda Global Democratizing Venture Summit
Join us in Bermuda this October for a landmark gathering at the intersection of venture capital, entrepreneurship, and inclusion. Following a hugely successful 2025 Summit at the House of Lords in London, Qodeo is bringing its mission to break down barriers between diverse entrepreneurs and the capital they deserve — this time to one of the world's most iconic business destinations.
Day Outline (subject to change)
Welcome & Opening Keynote — a hard-hitting look at the access to capital challenge facing entrepreneurs today
Panel 1: Setting Today's Venture Scene — leading global venture & PE investors, entrepreneurs, and academics take stock of where the market stands right now
Session 1: Funding & Angels
Improve your pitch — what investors want
Building Angel & Family Office Networks
Session 2: Founders & Investors
Black & of-color entrepreneurs
Women entrepreneurs
Older 55+ entrepreneurs
Lunch & Networking / Panel 2
Session 3: Sectors
How to bag an Angel!
Sectors — agri, tech, telco, insuretech, cyber & more
Family Business
Hospitality & Tourism
Intrapreneurship; Education, Health & Fitness
Session 4:
Mini Fundraising Mythbusting Workshop — save time, money, and be more effective
Is there a future in AI?
Opening & Closing Drinks Receptions & Awards
Come Early, Stay Longer Travelling from off the island? Make a weekend of it. Out-of-town guests are invited to enjoy a curated programme of nature and water activities the weekend before the Summit — the perfect way to explore Bermuda's stunning coastline, turquoise waters, and natural beauty before the main event begins.
Flying in for the event? BermudAir offers flights from the US and Canada — book yours at www.flybermudair.com and enter promo code QODEO at checkout for a discount on your travel. Be sure to book early to lock in the best fares and flight times.
Be part of the conversation reshaping who gets funded — and who doesn't.