May 1, 2017 – Monaco – The Spring Edition of Monaco Growth Forums marked our 7th Forum since 2015 and was judged a unique success by presenters and delegates. The Spring Edition was also our second Dual City conference following our Tech Tour in Dubai and Abu Dhabi and further established our unique investor platform for international growth companies.
Joseph Konowiecki, CEO of Apollo Enterprise Solutions, Ltd. (AES:BH; OAL:GR) presenting in London at The Mondrian Hotel – First Day of the Spring Edition. © Photographs by Robert Piper
Commencing at the Mondrian Hotel in London on April 24th, the first day of presentations included a luncheon with Keynote Speaker, Clara Durodie, discussing the topic of “Artificial Intelligence in the Digital Age.” The afternoon One-on-One meetings with investors were followed by a lively Cocktail Reception at the Dandelyan Bar of the Mondrian. Over 50 guests enjoyed Cascina Ballarin Barolo wines, hors d’oeuvres, and networking. The reception continued at 8:30 with a select group convening for dinner at Gordon Ramsay’s Union Street for dinner and lively conversations that lasted well into the evening.
MGF Welcome Reception in Monaco with Emmanuele Filiberto du Savoia, CEO of Prince of Venice Food Trucks, Ian Sosso, CEO of Monte Carlo Capital and John Everitt, Director of Global Equities, CFO Sim Family Office
The Monaco Edition kicked off on Tuesday evening, April 25th with a Barolo Wine and Champagne Tasting at Maison du Caviar, which served as the location for our investors to meet our 12 CEOs. Over 80 International investors, many of whom traveled to Monaco for the event showed up to welcome them. The guests stayed at the five-star Metropole Hotel in the heart of Monaco. The next morning on April 26th, CEO of Monaco Growth Forums, Andreea Porcelli, gave her opening remarks – welcoming CEOs and guests from over 30 countries.
Attendees at the presentation for OWC Pharmaceuticals in Monaco at the Spring Edition of Monaco Growth Forums.
Eleven company presentations in the sectors of Biotech, Medtech, Artificial Intelligence, Alternative Medicine, Electronics, Fintech and Consumer Goods and Specialty Foods entertained the audience, which included many well-known fund managers, family offices and two members of Royal families, Prince Michael of Yugoslavia and Prince Emanuele Filiberto di Savoia of Italy. Mr. Di Savoia also presented his Prince of Venice Specialty Food Company.
A seated luncheon was followed by a short transit to the Wine Palace at the Monaco Yacht Club. Presenters and investors engaged in One-on-One meetings while enjoying the fabulous views of the Monte Carlo Harbor in this exclusive place loved by many local residents. The CEOs were pleased by the number of One-on-One meetings, as well as the relaxing ambiance where they were held.
The three- day Forum wound down with a Champagne Reception at the wine Palace followed by a Gala Dinner at Maison du Caviar, once again accompanied by exclusive Barolo wines provided by Cascina Ballarin. The event was by invitation only and brought together CEOs with about 20 key investors. Several guests graciously toasted the organizers for an exciting, well-planned conference.
A distinctive international concept conference, the Monaco Growth Forums brings together international investors and companies in the cosmopolitan financial centers of London and Monte Carlo. Founder Andreea Porcelli said, “We look forward to introducing you to our unique concept of highly personalized investor networking events. We hope to see you at our next upcoming roadshows as we as the Summer Edition of Monaco Growth Forums.”
Monaco Growth Forums is making plans to meet again in the beautiful lakeside setting of Lugano, Switzerland on June 26th – 28th for the Summer Edition at the beautiful 18th Century Castle Villa Principe Leopoldo. Please watch our website monacogrowthforums.com for up to the minute information and for your own Save the Date invitation.