Exclusive connections & expert insights

Join the exclusive investor conference at IMPACT FESTIVAL

Where?

Messe Frankfurt
Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 1
60327 Frankfurt am Main

When?

30 & 31 OCT​ IMPACT FESTIVAL
31 OCT Investor Conference

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What is the Impact Investor Conference?

The annual event is for investment professionals from leading VCs, business angels, family offices and LPs. The program takes place at and during IMPACT FESTIVAL. Unique sessions and networking will lead to more deals and investment opportunities.

Meet other investors

Connect with a diverse group of investors who share a passion for sustainable innovation. Expand your network, exchange ideas, and forge valuable partnerships.

selected start-ups​

Explore potential investment opportunities and discover the potential of cutting-edge GreenTech start-ups. Engage with founders, learn about their vision, and evaluate their potential for impact and growth.

KEYNOTES & PANELS

Gain valuable insights into the future of sustainability from renowned experts in the industry. Learn about the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities for sustainable innovation.

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INVESTOR

€ 699

2 day pass

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Incredible Partnerships

Tim Schumacher

Isabelle Canu

Tina Dreimann

“Of all the climate conferences, I personally love the Impact Festival the most, and WorldFund is glad to be part of the journey.”
world fund
General Partner – WorldFund

“The Impact Festival is a must event for investors and start-ups focused on sustainability that you shouldn’t miss! We are proud to be investor partners and to help shape the Festival.”

Green European Tech Fund
Strategic Architect Data Management & Planning – Deutsche Bahn

“Thank you, Impact Festival: you bring the ecosystem together. We met the ambitious Magnotherm team again at your festival and, as an Impact Angel Club, are now proud partners on their entrepreneurial journey – for impact and return.”

better ventures
Founder and Managing Director – Protegg

in partnership with

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Investor Conference Program

31 October 2024

10:30 - 11:00

Opening


Umut Sönmez
/ State Secretary for Economic Affairs
Matthias Lais
/ Managing director neosfer
Mara Steinbrenner
/ Project Lead IMPACT FESTIVAL

11:15 - 11:30

Impact investing and the state of the impact market

Tim Schumacher / Managing General Partner World Fund

11:30 - 12:00

Impact market: fundraising, investment trends and exit conditions

Theresa Böttger / Co-Founder, Karma Capital
Tina Dreimann / Founder & Managing Director better ventures
Britta Lindhorst / Senior Beraterin Private Equity und Impact Investing

 

12:00 - 12:15

Natural capital - The birth of the next asset class?

Prof. Dr. Martin R. Stuchtey / Founder & Co-CEO The Landbanking Group

12:15 - 13:00

Natural capital and biodiversity: how and why to invest in nature?

Markus Müller / Chief Investment Officer ESG at Deutsche Bank
Prof. Dr. Martin R. Stuchtey / Founder & Co-CEO The Landbanking Group
Benedikt Buchspies / Senior Scientist Planet A Ventures

14:00 - 14:40

Growth capital for climatetech hardware: Closing the later stage funding gap

Tim Schumacher / Managing General Partner World Fund
Dr. Elisabeth Schrey / CEO DeepTech & Climate Fonds
Herbert Mangesius / Founding Partner Vsquared Ventures

Nikolas Samios / Managing Partner PT1

14:45 - 15:00

Interview

15:05 - 15:45

Institutional investor outlook: what is driving allocation to impact funds for different types of LPs?

Dr. Isabelle Canu / Partner Green European Tech Fund
Dr. Johanna Braun / Regenerative Finance Advisor
Jan Heihoff / Investor Aurum Impact
Xavier Sarras / Founding Partner 4P Capital

16:00 - 16:20

The asset owner perspective: Investing in nature

Antje Biber / Head of ESG Office FERI Gruppe

16:20 - 17:00

Beyond quick wins: The strategic edge of CVC in sustainable transformation

Dr. Golnaz Borghei / Lead Corporate Venture Capital PwC
Matthias Lais / Managing director neosfer

Thomas Antonioli / Co-Founder & CFO Terra One

All investor program delegates are permitted and encouraged to join the full program of the IMPACT FESTIVAL, which starts on October 30th at Messe Frankfurt.

Get to know your speakers

Tina Dreimann

Founder & Managing Director better ventures

Tim Schumacher

Managing General Partner World Fund

Benedikt Buchspies

Senior Scientist Planet A Ventures

Umut Sönmez

State Secretary for Economic Affairs

Dr. Elisabeth Schrey

CEO DeepTech & Climate Fonds

Investor Partner in 2024
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What to expect at IMPACT FESTIVAL

Get to know more than 200 sustainability solutions, make valuable business contacts and get inspired by the latest innovations and technologies. [EXHIBITOR OVERVIEW]

Participate in interactive workshops on specific sustainability topics held by experts in an exclusive environment. [FULL PROGRAM]

Use our diverse networking and matchmaking opportunities onsite, online and at our side events. [FULL PROGRAM]

Two days of impact aren’t enough for you? Join one of our exclusive evening events. [SIDE EVENTS OVERVIEW]

Find inspiration and deepen your knowledge on current, burning sustainability issues in concise formats such as keynotes, expert talks and panel discussions. [FULL PROGRAM]

Learn about concrete examples of successful organisational transformations and receive practical support for implementing sustainability measures and overcoming challenges. [FULL PROGRAM]

Follow the pitches of our innovative start-up and scale-up selection and learn from concrete use cases and successful cooperation between start-ups, SMEs, and established corporations. [FULL PROGRAM]

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