Introducing IMPACT: A New Event for Fintech Founders and Investors

§ 01 Executive Snapshot

• What: Launching IMPACT: Funders & Founders Forum to connect fintech startups with investors.
• Who: Fintech founders, scaleups, investors including venture capital firms, angel investors, and private equity investors.
• Why it matters: The event addresses the growing need for structured fundraising opportunities in the fintech sector.

§ 02 Key Developments

• The IMPACT event will take place on September 11, 2023, in New York alongside FinovateFall.
• It aims to facilitate networking through pre-arranged one-on-one meetings, roundtable discussions, and startup pitches.
• Two dedicated content tracks will be featured: the Investor Stage and the Founder & Startup Stage, covering various fintech investment and growth topics.

§ 03 Strategic Context

• There has been a growing demand for dedicated forums that focus specifically on fundraising and investing in fintech, separate from customer-oriented events.
• IMPACT complements the existing FinovateFall event by providing a targeted platform for fintech founders to engage directly with potential investors.

§ 04 Strategic Implications

• This event could lead to increased funding opportunities for fintech startups, particularly those at the pre-seed to Series A funding stages.
• It may reshape how fintech founders approach fundraising by providing more structured and efficient networking options.

§ 05 Risks & Constraints

• Potential risks include low attendance or engagement from key investors, which could undermine the event's effectiveness.
• Competition from other fintech networking events may dilute the unique value proposition of IMPACT.

§ 06 Watchlist / Forward Signals

• The success of the event will depend on the quality of connections made and the feedback received from participating startups and investors.
• Future iterations of IMPACT will be assessed based on attendee satisfaction and the number of successful funding rounds resulting from the event.