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MAY 7-9

Founders Day

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An Exclusive Gathering for Bold Founders

Before the main days of Panathēnea begin, a select group of the most promising and driven founders will come together for Founders Day—a private, invite-only experience designed to spark connection, inspiration, and opportunity.
Held on May 7, Founders Day brings together early-stage and scaling startup founders with global investors, ecosystem leaders, and operators in a setting built for meaningful, high-trust interaction. No stages, no panels—just real conversations, curated introductions, and shared ambition.

What to Expect:

Targeted Networking

Meet investors, partners, and fellow founders in a relaxed yet high-energy environment, away from the noise of the main conference.

Curated Experiences

From small group meetups to surprise moments, the day is designed to help you make connections that last well beyond the event.

Themed Conversations & Breakouts

Join intimate, topic-driven gatherings tailored to founders building across different verticals and markets.

Evening Opening Ceremony

Founders Day concludes with the official Panathēnea Opening Ceremony, at Piraeus Tower which will be lit up with our festival identity to kick off the days ahead.

Location & Format

Founders Day will take place in a dedicated venue in central Athens.
The exact location will be announced soon—stay tuned.
Access is limited and by invitation only.

Apply to Join as a Startup

Founders Day is where Panathēnea begins—by bringing together the people building what’s next

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