Investor Salon: A Private Evening of High-Level Connection
Monday, June 23rd, 2025
18:00–22:00 | Krakow, Poland
An Intimate Gathering of Scaleup Founders, Ecosystem Leaders & Investors
Join a carefully curated group of Krakow’s top startup founders, ecosystem decision-makers, and local investors for an exclusive evening of meaningful conversations, refined hospitality, and strategic networking — all in a warm, relaxed setting.
Attendance is by invitation only.
This event is not only a chance to engage with a globally connected VC, but also a unique opportunity for Krakow’s most influential ecosystem players to connect with each other — in one room, at one table, in a moment designed for insight, collaboration, and future-making.
Featuring: Zachariah George
Zachariah George is a globally connected venture investor, advisor, and dealmaker, known for backing high-growth startups across emerging and developed markets.
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Managing Partner at Launch Africa Ventures — one of the most active early-stage VC funds across frontier markets
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Co-founder and CIO at Startupbootcamp AfriTech, a leading multi-corporate-backed accelerator
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Angel investor in over 100 startups, including standout companies like Flutterwave, Kudabank, MPost, and Peach Payments
Launch Africa Fund I at a glance:
💰 $36.3M raised
📈 133 investments
🌍 22 countries covered
Zach began his career in investment banking at Lehman Brothers and Barclays Capital in New York and holds an MBA from Stanford University.
In 2010, he traveled to South Africa for the FIFA World Cup — and never left. Captivated by the energy and opportunity, he made Cape Town his home and became a central figure in the African and global tech investment ecosystem.
He is currently fundraising for his next fund and engaging with investors across Europe. After Krakow, Zach will be a special guest speaker at Google for Startups Campus in Warsaw.
Why Attend
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Engage directly with a globaly connected investor
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Network with scaleup founders, decision-makers, and potential partners
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Explore cross-border investment and collaboration opportunities
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Connect with fellow leaders in the Krakow ecosystem — all in one place
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For local investors: an opportunity to meet Zach as he raises his next fund
Evening Program
18:00 – Guest arrival & welcome cocktail
19:00 – Opening remarks by Salon Host Paul Kulon, CEO of Foundation Supporting #OMGKRK
19:10 – Remarks by Adam Weber, CEO of Pomelody with XXX & XXX
19:15 – Fireside Chat with Zachariah George
20:00 – Curated networking
21:00 – Closing toast
Contribution & Inclusions
A contribution to the Foundation Supporting #OMGKRK is required to attend Investor Salon.
This includes:
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Welcome cocktail
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Hors d’oeuvres
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Support for ongoing ecosystem-building initiatives in Krakow
Making A Reservation: How It Works
Confirm Your Spot
To receive the address of the Investor Salon, please follow these steps:
✅ Submit a reservation request
– Your request will be reviewed. If accepted, you’ll receive a formal invitation with the venue address.
💳 Make a contribution to the Foundation.
– The link to contribute will be shared after the event.
Deadline to make a reservation: Monday, June 16th
Organized by
Foundation Supporting #OMGKRK — Krakow’s leading startup ecosystem builder for over 10 years.
📧 pawel@omgkrk.com
📞 +48 795 810 751
Watch keynote: Zachariah George
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