Kitzbühel (Austria) | 30 June – 5 July 2025

Creating Global Relations

WORLD VENTURE FORUM 2025

The WVF 2025 starts in

Monday 30.06.2025

Stay tuned for more information! We are already working on the schedule!

Morning | 09:00 - 12:00

Individual arrival & registration

We look forward to welcoming you in the lobby of the Hotel Rasmushof in Kitzbühel for individual registration.

Here, you will receive your badge and the latest event information.

You’re also sure to encounter some familiar faces.

Location: Hotel Rasmushof Lobby

Afternoon | 13:00 - 17:00

Crypto Alm

To start an exciting week of exploration and innovation, we’ll begin with our traditional Crypto Alm, setting the tone for an unforgettable experience at the World Venture Forum.

Expect to be inspired by keynote speeches on crypto, blockchain, and Web 3, diving into the technologies and ideas shaping our future. After these presentations, take the opportunity to connect with fellow enthusiasts, build new connections, and engage in meaningful conversations.

Evening 18:00

Crypto Cocktail

Join us at the stunning sun terrace of Hotel Rasmushof to enjoy refreshing cocktails, engage in inspiring conversations with like-minded individuals, and start an exceptional evening at the World Venture Forum 2025.

Location: Sunterrace @ Hotel Rasmushof

 

 

Tuesday 01.07.2025

Stay tuned for more information! We are already working on the schedule!

Morning | 09:00 - 12:00

Registration and Networking Sessions

Get your badge at the Welcome Desk @ Hotel Kitzhof and jump directly into your first networking sessions. 

Network and connect with industry peers during Tuesday morning. Rekindle old friendships and make new ones while building valuable relationships.

Kitzbühel’s hotels and culinary establishments offer countless options for informal or private meetings

Location: Hotel Kitzhof Lobby

Afternoon | 13:00 - 17:00

Family Offices Alm

Get ready for an enriching experience featuring industry highlights, insightful discussions, and plenty of opportunities for personal exchanges of invaluable experiences. As we delve into the future of family offices, this secluded sanctuary within the forum offers the perfect setting to foster lasting connections and gain unique insights into the ever-evolving landscape of wealth management.

Evening 18:00

Evening Reception

Enjoy this exquisite evening reception with bubbly cocktails, inspiring talks and interesting encounters with brilliant minds from all over the world.

Location: Hotel Kitzhof Terace/Lobby

Wednesday 02.07.2025

Stay tuned for more information! We are already working on the schedule!

Morning | 09:00 - 13:00

Golf Tournament

Join us for the traditionall and among WVF insiders highly prestigious ESAC golf tournament on Hotel Rasmushof’s golf court. Enjoy some time outside in nature, exchange ideas with like-minded people and review the impressions of the first two days.

Location: Zielhaus Redbull

Trekking Tour

Embark on an invigorating hike to the Streif, following the legendary path where top skiers conquer the Hahnenkamm Race each year. Immerse yourself in the refreshing mountain air and experience the thrill of this renowned route. The only way is up, so lace up your hiking boots and join us for an unforgettable adventure.

Location: Streif

Afternoon | 14:00 - 17:00

Corporate Innovation Alm

Get ready for next year’s Corporate Innovation Alm, where we’ll dive into the latest trends and breakthroughs in corporate innovation. Join industry leaders and forward-thinking professionals for a series of dynamic sessions, interactive workshops, and thought-provoking discussions.

Expect to gain valuable insights into emerging technologies, innovative business models, and strategies for fostering a culture of innovation within your organization. Network with like-minded peers, exchange ideas, and discover new opportunities.

Evening

WVF Award Gala Banquet

Join us for the grand celebration of the year at the Gala Dinner, the crowning glory of the World Venture Forum in Kitzbühel. This year marks our 10th-anniversary edition, and we’re pulling out all the stops to make it even bigger, greater, and better than ever before!

At this prestigious event held at K3 KitzKongress, we will honor inspiring success stories from around the globe, awarding them the Unicorn Award of Excellence and the Rising Star Award, powered by Swarovski New Ventures.

Don’t miss this extraordinary evening of recognition, inspiration, and jubilation. Secure your place now for the Gala Dinner and be part of this momentous occasion at the World Venture Forum. See you there!

Location: KitzKongress

Thursday 03.07.2025

Stay tuned for more information! We are already working on the schedule!

Morning | 10:00 - 11:00

Outdoor Workout Session

Join us for a refreshing and energizing Fitness Session. Be part of some dynamic circuit training with moderate weights surrounded by fresh air and accompanied by mountain view.

Location: Hotel Kitzhof Garden / Fitness Area

Afternoon | 13:00 - 17:00

Schedule under Construction

We are currently in the process of finalizing the program, and we appreciate your patience.

Stay tuned, as we will be announcing and releasing the full schedule soon.

Thank you for your understanding and continued interest!

Evening

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Friday 04.07.2025

Stay tuned for more information! We are already working on the schedule!

Morning | 09:00

Guided City Tour

sponsored by Venionaire Capital

Join us for a guided city tour through Kitzbühel and discover the history and beauty of the picturesque village. 

Location: Kitzbühel City Centre

Outdoor Yoga Session

sponsored by Venionaire Capital

We cordially invite you to a refreshing and energizing yoga session in the beautiful garden of Hotel Rasmushof. Our certified yoga instructor will guide us through a simple practice, tailored to be suitable for beginners as well.

Location: Garden Hotel Rasmushof

Afternoon | 13:00 – 17:00

Impact Alm

At Impact Alm, we unite top experts, innovators, and visionaries to forge a brighter future. Our conversations focus on finding solutions that benefit both society and the environment, tackling the most urgent challenges we face today.

Join us on this journey of discovery and transformation as we work towards sustainable progress and a better tomorrow.

Evening

TBN

Saturday 05.07.2025

A wonderful week full of networking, inspiring talks and interaction with brilliant minds comes to an end. 

Morning | 09:00 - 14:00

Champagne Brunch

Enjoy a relaxed morning with your new and old friends, look back on the days and look forward to next year.

Morning | 09:00 - 14:00

Individual Departure

We wish you a safe trip home! See you next year.

Entrepreneural spirit

Be part of something extraordinary

Facts & Figures from WVF 2024

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A Decade of Transformation

Review WVF 2024

The World Venture Forum 2024 celebrated „A Decade of Transformation,“ highlighting ten years of relentless innovation reshaping industries and daily life. The event showcased the explosive rise of digitalization, AI, machine learning, and big data, along with the seamless integration of technology through the Internet of Things, cloud computing, and blockchain.

Speakers & Experts

Line Up for the WVF 2025

We are currently in the process of finalizing our first speakers for 2025 and will soon announce the initial names. Stay tuned for exciting updates!

Stefan Ebner

Stefan Ebner

Partner

base4asset-advisory

Moritz Weinhofer

Moritz Weinhofer

Project Manager

Austria Wirtschaftsservice GmbH

Ukyo Ogasawara

Ukyo Ogasawara

Representative Director, CEO

Sales Marker Co., Ltd.

Zaid Al-Qaimi

Zaid Al-Qaimi

Managing Partner

Patrimium

Stefan Bollhalder

Stefan Bollhalder

Founder & CEO

St. Gotthard Wealth / Aury Crypto

Alex v. Frankenberg

Alex v. Frankenberg

Managing Director

High-Tech Gründerfonds

Dusica Lukac

Dusica Lukac

Partner, Managing Director

DL Capital Partners

Carolin Wais

Carolin Wais

Partner

Plug and Play

Martin Linke

Martin Linke

Finalist

Alone - Überlebe die Wildnis RTL+

Takahisa Ohira

Takahisa Ohira

Head of Asia Region

Deloitte Tohmatsu Venture Support

Yvonne Winter

Yvonne Winter

COO & Co-Founder

FlyNow Aviation

Berthold Baurek-Karlic

Berthold Baurek-Karlic

CEO

Venionaire Capital

Nikita Yuriev

Nikita Yuriev

Investment Director

ULTRA.VC

Dennis Lotter

Dennis Lotter

Academic Director

Hochschule Fresenius

Marjorie Margolies

Marjorie Margolies

President

Women’s Campaign International

Jourdan Younis

Jourdan Younis

General Partner

Presidio

Gerald Diglas

Gerald Diglas

Director Institutional Banking

Liechtensteinische Landesbank (Österreich)

Sebastian Fradinger

Sebastian Fradinger

Leitung SevenVentures Austria

ProSiebenSat.1 PULS 4 GmbH

Martin Beranek

Martin Beranek

Commercial Director

Bitpanda

Alexander Rapatz

Alexander Rapatz

Managing Partner

Black Manta Capital Partners

Per Stahl

Per Stahl

Chief Investment Officer

Jäderberg & Cie

Günther Dobrauz-Saldapenna

Günther Dobrauz-Saldapenna

Partner

exelixis capital

Olaf Hannemann

Olaf Hannemann

Co-Founder

CV VC

Johannes Edlbacher

Johannes Edlbacher

Partner Financial Services Tax

PwC Österreich

Dusan Todorovic

Dusan Todorovic

Head of Program

aws i2 Business Angels

Benjamin Jentzsch

Benjamin Jentzsch

Owner and Managing Director

Linde Verlag

Frank Floessel

Frank Floessel

Head of ETH Entrepreneurship

ETH Zürich

Martin Mössler

Martin Mössler

Managing Director

Science Park Graz

Ben Ruschin

Ben Ruschin

Managing Partner

Big Cheese Ventures

Mimi Ishio

Mimi Ishio

Founder

Pina & Co.

Florian Wimmer

Florian Wimmer

Co-Founder & CEO

Blockpit

Ryusei Abe

Ryusei Abe

Group Manager

Canon Marketing Japan Inc

Beata Mangelberger

Beata Mangelberger

Founder

Lexetdata

Chiara Witzemann

Chiara Witzemann

Program Manager

Global Incubator Network Austria (GIN) / Austria Wirtschaftsservice GmbH

Ed Prinz

Ed Prinz

Co-Founder

DLT Germany

Bernhard Wenger

Bernhard Wenger

Head of Northern Europe

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Ken Komatsu

Ken Komatsu

CEO

Golfin

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STAY TUNED!

More speakers will be announced shortly!

Hotels

Our Partner Hotels

Of course, we have arranged special rates with select hotels in Kitzbühel for our participants during the World Venture Forum. We invite you to contact our team to receive all the additional information and secure your accommodations at these exclusive rates. Enjoy a comfortable and seamless stay as you join us for this remarkable event.

FAQ

All you need to know

Of course, we have arranged special rates with select hotels in Kitzbühel for our participants during the World Venture Forum. We invite you to contact our team to receive all the additional information and secure your accommodations at these exclusive rates. Enjoy a comfortable and seamless stay as you join us for this remarkable event.

The event is in Kitzbühel, Austria. We encourage you to stay in one of our partner hotels. Each event’s meeting point will be posted in the event app ahead of time. We provide transport to/from any mountain chalets. 

Yes, you can! It is not recommended as we use the registrations to coordinate things ahead of time. At the start of the day, we will have check-in locations for those that have already completed registration, where you can purchase a ticket if you have not done so already.

The agenda and schedule are available on  the B2Match App, but it is also available on the website. In addition, any specific highlights will be posted to our social media pages (LinkedIn and Instagram). 

 

There will be a meeting point posted for each event, where we will meet ahead of time to proceed to the event as a group. Transportation to/from the mountain chalets is provided.

You can register to all the panels and other events via the B2Match. Some sessions have limited capacities so we invite you to sign up as soon as you can and if you wish to not attend, we would appreciate if you deregistered so that someone else can have the chance to attend the session.

Please contact Julia Gülden-Zeisberger via julia@venionaire.com! She will be happy to answer any questions you may have via email.

There is no specific dress code for the event, except for the Gala Banquet, which is semi-formal wear as befitting of a banquet dinner. We invite you to participate in the traditional clothing of Austria by wearing Lederhosen or a Dirndl but it is not mandatory.

The start of each day will feature a registration/check-in event to ensure that participants have arrived for the World Venture Forum. However, each individual event does not require further registration/check-in. It is up to you to participate in each event as you see fit.

For the Gala Banquet dinner, vegan/vegetarian food will be provided, and available for request directly on site. For any additional dietary requirements for other events, please contact Julia Gülden-Zeisberger via julia@venionaire.com!

Mountain Chalets

Foresight & Expectations for 2025

Ambassadors

John Kojiro Moriwaka

John Kojiro Moriwaka

Mendoza Ventures

CEO/Advisor of startups, accelerators/Motivational Speaker/Visiting Professor/Columnist/Harvard Business School Alumni

Sophia Tran

Sophia Tran

Spotlight!

CEO @ Spotlight! | Entrepreneur | Tech Influencer | DEI / Diversity Catalyst | Investor | Futurist | Speaker & Moderator | Board Member

TESTIMONIALS

Voices of Participants

Marjorie Margolies

Marjorie Margolies

President and Founder @ Women's Campaign International

I did not know what to expect and was seriously impressed. I met so many inspiring people from around the world and will suggest this event to my network.

Moritz Weinhofer

Moritz Weinhofer

Project Manager @ aws Connect Industry-Startup.Net

The World Venture Forum is an exceptional event that brings together the brightest minds and most innovative thinkers from around the globe each year. It was an honor to be part of this extraordinary gathering, which provides an invaluable space for the exchange of ideas and the promotion of global growth opportunities.

Per Ståhl

Per Ståhl

CIO Single Family Office & member of the UNDRR Investment Advisory Board & Chairman of the board at Impact Sync

Attending the World Venture Forum has been an incredible experience for me. From participant last year to speaker this year, it's been an honor to be part of such a dynamic event. The Forum brings together inspiring individuals from around the globe in the picturesque setting of Kitzbühel. It's not just about networking and learning—it's about the energy and ideas that flow freely here. I'm already looking forward to next year, eager to reconnect with old friends and meet new ones who share a passion for innovation and entrepreneurship.

Aleksandra Adamowicz-Hesselroth

Aleksandra Adamowicz-Hesselroth

Investor, economist, entrepreneur | Biz dev / strategy execution / investor relations

Thank you for such a great event where i could meet Marjorie and Berthold of your constant effort to include women to the (investment) table. The quality of the people participating, content and beautiful landscape makes this conference truly unique and since this year has a special place in my angel’s investor heart. See you next year! 💚

Maha Al-Saadi

Maha Al-Saadi

Director Compliance and Regulatory Affairs @ Bankhaus Schleich

I was thrilled to be part of WVF 23, and now I eagerly anticipate WVF 24! The experience was extraordinary, offering learning opportunities and expanding my horizons to various industries, regions, and use cases. I established valuable contacts and met inspiring individuals from around the world, contributing to both my personal network and the enhancement of our industry and Europe's economy.

Thomas Flum

Thomas Flum

CEO @ FLUM GLOBALE IMMOBILIENINVESTMENTS

World Venture Forum 2023 - What an experience! The World Venture Forum was a true highlight, connecting international participants and inspiring future collaboration. Looking forward to 2024!

Naoki Kamimaeda

Naoki Kamimaeda

Partner and Europe Division Head at Global Brain Corporation

The World Venture Forum is an exceptional event that brings together global investors and showcases the best of the startup ecosystem, with a warm, collaborative atmosphere. Every participant is very open to connect, collaborate, and contribute to the growth of both European and global startups. I'm thrilled to be a part of such a prestigious event.

Manuel Mangelberger

Manuel Mangelberger

Partner @ EY

The World Venture Forum is a fantastic event that brings together global investors and the best startups in a friendly, collaborative atmosphere. Everyone here is eager to connect, collaborate, and support the growth of both European and global startups. It's been an incredible week meeting great investors and exploring new opportunities. WVF offers a personal, easy-to-network environment, perfect for diving into the venture capital scene and connecting with like-minded investors and exciting entrepreneurs.

Dusica H. Lukac

Dusica H. Lukac

Managing Partner @ DL Capital Partners

Speaking at WVF in Kitzbühel was an incredible experience! The event was so well-organized, engaging, and provided a valuable platform for knowledge sharing and networking. I look forward to seeing how WVF2025 will raise the bar even higher!

Carolin Wais

Carolin Wais

Partner @Plug and Play Ventures

The World Venture Forum is a great place to connect with decision makers in corporations, investment firms and entrepreneurs alike. The event has a high quality of attendees and through the mountain setup, deep conversations are driven in a casual environment. It is a place to form deep connections and I really enjoyed the 2024 edition.

Berthold Baurek-Karlic

Berthold Baurek-Karlic

CEO @ Venionaire Capital AG

It was wonderful to see our event attracting so many brilliant, inspiring, and successful thought leaders and investors from around the world. We will strive to grow the event in the coming years and are grateful for all the support, positive feedback and recommendations of speakers and partners from our network for the years to come

Guenther Dobrauz-Saldapenna

Guenther Dobrauz-Saldapenna

Co-Founder and Investor exelixis capital AG

What an amazing week! Got to meet many great investors and opportunities! Most importantly and as has been shown: the future will be decentralised and must be circular!

Stefan Bollhalder

Stefan Bollhalder

Chairman & CEO, Partner @ St. Gotthard Wealth Ltd.

A great networking event to meet brilliant and inspiring people from all over the world!

Kilian Graulich

Kilian Graulich

Partner @ infinitas Capital

The WVF provides a great environment to dive deep into the emerging Austrian venture capital landscape, connect with likeminded investors and get access to exciting entrepreneurs. Additionally, the event offers an extremely personal atmosphere, which makes it easy to network and connect.

World Leading Investors

Unicorn Award of Excellence

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Our Story

Join the Journey to Global Connection

Welcome to the 11th edition of the World Venture Forum 2025, where our motto revolves around what’s most important for us: “Creating Global Relations.“

As we convene to explore Crypto, Family Offices, Corporate Innovation, and Impact, our goal is clear: building bridges and bring diverse perspectives together.

Through meaningful dialogue and collaborative efforts, we aim to shrink the world, creating a tighter-knit global community.

Join us in building lasting connections and shaping a future where impactful relationships pave the way for innovation and progress. Together, let’s embark on a journey to strengthen our global network and inspire positive change worldwide.

EVENT TEAM

Our Team

Our hospitality and marketing team is happy to be at your service for further information and individual sponsoring possibilities.

Julia Gülden-Zeisberger

Chief Marketing Officer

Lisa Wimmer

Senior Event Manager

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Iman Said

Junior Content Creator & PR Manager

Philipp Sakuler

Social Media & Content Specialist

NETWORK

Our Partners for the WVF2025

Main event Sponsor

Gold Partner

SILVER Partner

Chalet Hosts & Chalet Main Sponsors

Sponsors

Network Partner

Media Partner

Partner

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Sponsorship Benefits

Benefits for Sponsors

Sponsorship Packages & Bundles

Premium Sponsorship Packages

Platinum – SINGLE exclusive lead sponsor

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Gold

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Standard Sponsorship Packages

Chalet Host

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Chalet Main Sponsor

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Sponsorship Bundles

Bundle „Relationship Enhancement“

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Fringe Bundle „Chill or Thrill“

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2024 Speakers

Ukyo Ogasawara

Ukyo Ogasawara

Representative Director, CEO

Sales Marker Co., Ltd.

Dusica Lukac

Dusica Lukac

Partner, Managing Director

DL Capital Partners

Zaid Al-Qaimi

Zaid Al-Qaimi

Managing Partner

Patrimium

Nikita Yuriev

Nikita Yuriev

Investment Director

ULTRA.VC

Stefan Bollhalder

Stefan Bollhalder

Founder & CEO

St. Gotthard Wealth / Aury Crypto

Alex v. Frankenberg

Alex v. Frankenberg

Managing Director

High-Tech Gründerfonds

Carolin Wais

Carolin Wais

Partner

Plug and Play

Takahisa Ohira

Takahisa Ohira

Head of Asia Region

Deloitte Tohmatsu Venture Support

Yvonne Winter

Yvonne Winter

COO & Co-Founder

FlyNow Aviation

Berthold Baurek-Karlic

Berthold Baurek-Karlic

CEO

Venionaire Capital

Martin Linke

Martin Linke

Finalist

Alone - Überlebe die Wildnis RTL+

Dennis Lotter

Dennis Lotter

Academic Director

Hochschule Fresenius

Stefan Ebner

Stefan Ebner

Partner

base4asset-advisory

Marjorie Margolies

Marjorie Margolies

President

Women’s Campaign International

Jourdan Younis

Jourdan Younis

General Partner

Presidio

Moritz Weinhofer

Moritz Weinhofer

Project Manager

Austria Wirtschaftsservice GmbH

Gerald Diglas

Gerald Diglas

Director Institutional Banking

Liechtensteinische Landesbank (Österreich)

Sebastian Fradinger

Sebastian Fradinger

Leitung SevenVentures Austria

ProSiebenSat.1 PULS 4 GmbH

Martin Beranek

Martin Beranek

Commercial Director

Bitpanda

Alexander Rapatz

Alexander Rapatz

Managing Partner

Black Manta Capital Partners

Per Ståhl

Per Ståhl

Chief Investment Officer

Jäderberg & Cie

Günther Dobrauz-Saldapenna

Günther Dobrauz-Saldapenna

Partner

exelixis capital

Olaf Hannemann

Olaf Hannemann

Co-Founder

CV VC

Johannes Edlbacher

Johannes Edlbacher

Partner Financial Services Tax

PwC Österreich

Dusan Todorovic

Dusan Todorovic

Head of Program

aws i2 Business Angels

Benjamin Jentzsch

Benjamin Jentzsch

Owner and Managing Director

Linde Verlag

Frank Floessel

Frank Floessel

Head of ETH Entrepreneurship

ETH Zürich

Martin Mössler

Martin Mössler

Managing Director

Science Park Graz

Ben Ruschin

Ben Ruschin

Managing Partner

Big Cheese Ventures

Mimi Ishio

Mimi Ishio

Founder

Pina & Co.

Florian Wimmer

Florian Wimmer

Co-Founder & CEO

Blockpit

Ryusei Abe

Ryusei Abe

Group Manager

Canon Marketing Japan Inc

Beata Mangelberger

Beata Mangelberger

Founder

Lexetdata

Chiara Witzemann

Chiara Witzemann

Program Manager

Global Incubator Network Austria (GIN) / Austria Wirtschaftsservice GmbH

Ed Prinz

Ed Prinz

Co-Founder

DLT Germany

Bernhard Wenger

Bernhard Wenger

Head of Northern Europe

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Ken Komatsu

Ken Komatsu

CEO

Golfin