David Timis is a keynote speaker focused on the impact that AI will have on the future of work. He has Master’s Degrees in Business Administration and Management and Public Policy, and work experience in the private, public and NGO sectors. He has guest lectured at renowned universities, such as Cambridge University in the UK and the College of Europe, and delivered presentations for a diverse range of clients, including Google, the European Commission, and AIESEC.

Paypoint is one of the main payment processing companies, which offer services with added value at an international level. The company is recognized for its advanced technology, for the services it provides to consumers, and for the position of leader in payment processing made through electronic terminals placed in proximity stores.

Max is an entrepreneur turned investor, based in Sofia, Bulgaria. He mentors with Seedcamp, LAUNCHub, Happy Farm, and other accelerators, and is passionate about expanding the regional entrepreneurship ecosystem in the CEE.

Frisbo, a Romanian e-fulfilment company, expands its operations in 5 new european countries: Moldova, Bulgaria, Italy, Spain and Belgium.

eMag has launched eMag Ventures, an investment pool that will help tech companies develop their innovating products and services.

Romanian digital services company, Accesa has been bought by the German IT group Ratiodata for an undisclosed amount of money, according to Accesa’s statement.

Louis Havriliuc is the founder and owner of Simbound, a digital marketing learning platform. While on the lookout for ethically designed technology, he has pioneered a simulation method for digital marketers to hone their skills. His work is inspiring, and his experience helped him learn the ins and outs of our startup ecosystem.

Amber offers a reference solution for creative work in an interactive environment. It was founded in Romania back in 2013, when it only boasted 4 employees, and it has since grown to employ hundreds of people all across the world, and to work with renown companies like Disney, Rovio, Raw Fury, Paradox Interactive, and NBC Universal.