PBW Investor & Founder's Day + Start in Block
- Date
- 2025-04-10
- Location
- Paris, Île-de-France, France
- Host
- Paris Blockchain Week Events
About this event
Paris Blockchain Week attracts founders, investors, operators, and ecosystem builders from across the industry. PBW Investor & Founder's Day + Start in Block is where those conversations become more focused: a space to meet the people shaping early-stage blockchain and tech, compare notes on what is actually working, and build relationships that can carry beyond the event itself. If you are looking for signal instead of noise, this is the room to be in. The format is designed for ambitious builders and active investors who want sharper conversations, better introductions, and a clearer view of where the market is heading. About the Event This event brings together two important audiences in one setting: founders building in blockchain and adjacent tech, and investors looking closely at the next wave of companies, products, and infrastructure. Tied to the energy of PBW 2025, it creates a dedicated moment for these groups to connect in person in Paris. Expect a day built around practical exchange rather than passive attendance. The emphasis is on founder-investor conversations, ecosystem visibility, and meeting peers who understand both the opportunities and the realities of building in this space. For founders, that means a chance to put your company, ideas, and roadmap in front of people who can offer capital, strategic perspective, or meaningful introductions. For investors, it is an efficient way to meet teams, hear how they are thinking, and spot conviction early. The Start in Block element adds another layer of momentum, pointing to startup-focused programming and early-stage energy within the broader day. Whether you are fundraising, scouting, validating demand, or expanding your network in Web3 and tech, the event is set up to support real traction. What to Expect You should expect a day that feels active, social, and commercially relevant. Rather than sitting through generic programming, attendees can anticipate a mix of conversations, meetings, and community-driven moments that help people find mutual fit quickly. The flow of the day may include: Founder and investor networking with room for direct introductions and follow-up conversations Startup-focused sessions that surface current themes, challenges, and opportunities in blockchain and tech Informal discussions with peers navigating fundraising, growth, product strategy, and market timing Community meetup energy that makes it easier to discover collaborators, partners, and future hires PBW-adjacent ecosystem access, giving attendees a natural bridge into the wider Paris Blockchain Week crowd Because the event starts in the morning, there is a strong chance to make it a high-value anchor for the rest of your day in Paris. You can arrive ready to meet key people early, then continue those conversations through the broader PBW schedule, coffee meetings, or evening events. It is also the kind of format where preparation pays off. Founders will get more from the day if they can clearly explain what they are building, what stage they are at, and what kind of support they need. Investors and ecosystem operators will benefit from coming in with a view on thesis, focus areas, and who they most want to meet. Why Attend The biggest reason to attend is efficiency. In one in-person setting, you can access a concentrated group of founders, investors, and community members who are already aligned around blockchain, startups, and what comes next. If you are a founder, this is a strong opportunity to pressure-test your story, get immediate market feedback, and open doors that are difficult to create over email alone. A good conversation here can lead to a follow-up meeting, an introduction to another fund, a strategic partnership, or a clearer understanding of how your company is being perceived. If you are an investor, the value is equally direct. You get a live view into founder quality, team thinking, communication strength, and market awareness in a way that no deck can fully capture. Events like this help you go beyond surface-level discovery and identify the teams worth watching more closely. There is also broader value in simply being in the room. Markets move through relationships as much as ideas, and in-person events remain one of the best ways to build trust quickly. The people you meet here may become customers, backers, collaborators, or the people who connect you to your next major step. Practical Details Location: In person in Paris, France. This is a physical event, so expect face-to-face networking and live participation rather than a virtual format. Date and time: Thursday, April 10 at 8:00 AM GMT+2. Since the day begins early, it is worth planning your arrival in advance so you can start on time and make the most of the morning momentum. A few useful ways to prepare: Bring a concise introduction to who you are and what you are looking for If you are a founder, be ready to explain your product, traction, and next milestone clearly If you are an investor, know your areas of interest so you can qualify opportunities quickly Keep time open after the event for follow-up meetings around Paris Because this event sits within the orbit of PBW 2025, it is especially useful for attendees who want a more targeted networking environment inside a much larger week of activity. If your goal is to meet serious people in blockchain and tech, and leave with more than a stack of business cards, this day is a strong place to start.
Who should attend
This is for people who want focused, in-person conversations with real upside, not just casual event traffic. - **You are a founder building in blockchain or tech** and want to meet investors, partners, or peers who understand the challenges of building early. - **You are actively fundraising or preparing to raise** and need opportunities to sharpen your story, gather feedback, and make warm connections in a concentrated setting. - **You are an investor** looking to meet emerging teams, evaluate founder quality in person, and stay close to what is happening around PBW 2025. - **You work in the startup ecosystem** as an operator, advisor, community builder, or platform partner and want to build relationships with companies and backers in the space. - **You are new to the PBW scene but serious about the industry** and want a more approachable entry point for meeting the right people early in the week. - **You value high-context networking** where conversations can move from introductions to concrete next steps, whether that is a meeting, collaboration, or investment follow-up.