Join the leaders of Europe's fastest growing tech brands

30 September - 1 October 2026, London

From the (web)page to the stage: Sifted Summit is bringing European tech together under one roof once again in 2026.

Join founders, startup and scaleup operators and investors to celebrate the resilience of the ecosystem and how its leading players are preparing for the long-haul. 

3,000
ATTENDEES
200+
speakers
60+
partners and exhibitors
60+
countries represented

What makes Sifted Summit the ecosystem's 'must attend' event?

The conference

Unfiltered conversations and actionable strategies given by the biggest names in European tech. 

The networking

Genuine connections and dedicated networking sessions.

The attendees

The ultimate gathering for Europe's boldest minds, shaping the future of startup Europe.

The real talk

No fluff, no filters, just raw and honest insights from founders, operators and business leaders

Past speakers

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Ricardo Mendes

Cofounder and CEO, TEKEVER
Speaker profile image for Deirdre O'Neill

Deirdre O'Neill

Cofounder, Hertility Health
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Mridula Pore

Cofounder and CEO, Peppy Health
Speaker profile image for Anne Boden

Anne Boden

Founder, Starling Bank
Speaker profile image for Tim Chong

Tim Chong

Founder, Yonder
Speaker profile image for Katharina Bremer

Katharina Bremer

Finance & HR, Sewts
Speaker profile image for Fredrik Hjelm

Fredrik Hjelm

Founder, Voi
Speaker profile image for Nick Clegg

Nick Clegg

General Partner, Hiro Capital
Speaker profile image for Arthur Mensch

Arthur Mensch

Cofounder and CEO, Mistral
Speaker profile image for Zoe Hewitt

Zoe Hewitt

VP Talent, Sequoia Capital
Speaker profile image for Hermann Hauser

Hermann Hauser

Cofounder and Venture Partner, Amadeus Capital Partners, EIC Board Member
Speaker profile image for Elina Berrebi

Elina Berrebi

Founding Partner, Revaia

 

What to expect in 2026

The Scaleup CxO Series

Invite-only sessions for senior operators at Europe’s most ambitious scaleups, with focused content, curated conversations and space to connect.

Next level networking

Use the event app to book meetings, join side events and make connections easily, with dedicated time built in across both days.

The who's who of European tech

A curated audience of founders, operators and investors from high-growth startups, scaleups and leading European VC firms.

Big questions being answered

Honest conversations on the realities of scaling, from founder wellbeing to resilient leadership, led by people building right now.

Want to hear about Sifted Summit news and updates?

'An exceptional gathering of hundreds of European founders!'
Partner
Sequoia Capital
"The Sifted Summit has become THE tech event in London. It’s one of the most authentic tech conferences there is in Europe"
Partner
Latham and Watkins
“Events like this are hugely important for first-time founders to share experiences and the challenges they face. This can be really inspiring for your own journey.” 
Dame Jessica Ennis-Hill
Cofounder and Co-CEO |  Jennis
"Sifted is the one source for anyone who wants to learn about venture"
Partner
General Catalyst
"One of our key principles is about commitment to diversity and inclusions, we find that same ethos with Sifted — whether it's the speakers, or startups that are here.
Energising, thought provoking and inclusive."
EMEA head of inclusive venture group
Morgan Stanley
"Sifted Summit was a great opportunity to gain insight from the entire ecosystem. I thoroughly enjoyed the collaborative spirit of the event, as well as the chance to meet with exceptional founders."
Partner
Atomico
"What an experience at Sifted Summit! Nothing like getting in and getting to speak with passionate founders about there business, it’s such a great learning experience being able to share a room with such driven and creative people!"
Partner
Pleo
"Sifted Summit is fantastic. It's always great to get people together, catch up with old friends but also meeting new people has been brilliant. I especially like the exhibition"
Hayden Wood
Beams |  Beams
I was thrilled by the diversity of speakers, and the climate tech stream seemed pretty jam packed too, which was really great to see. Overall it really did feel like THE place to be for UK/EU tech, which is no mean feat. 
Cofounder and CEO
Olio
"I recommend Sifted Summit because there's no bigger collaboration between all the different things that surround Europe's best startups"
CEO
And Rising