Meet the speakers joining our “How to Launch and Scale in Malta” panel at the EU-Startups Summit 2026!

On May 7-8, 2026, the EU-Startups Summit returns to sunny Malta, bringing together around 2,400 founders, investors, and startup ecosystem leaders for two days of networking, inspiration, and knowledge-sharing.

Malta continues to strengthen its position as an attractive base for startups looking to launch, test, and scale in Europe. With a growing innovation ecosystem, supportive public initiatives, and increasing international visibility, the island offers opportunities for founders exploring where to build and expand their businesses. In our panel “Malta’s Startup Ecosystem: How to Launch and Scale in Malta”, we will explore what makes the local ecosystem distinctive, what support is available for entrepreneurs, and what startups should know when building in Malta.

The discussion will look at the practical realities of launching and growing a company in Malta, the role of public and private ecosystem support, and how the country can continue to attract ambitious founders and innovative businesses.

George Gregory: CEO of Malta Enterprise, where he leads Malta’s economic development agency, which supports economic growth, investment, and innovation across the country. In this role, he is closely involved in attracting international business, supporting local enterprises, and strengthening Malta’s position as an attractive destination for entrepreneurs and investors. Malta Enterprise also plays an active role in cultivating the country’s startup ecosystem, offering tailored support and incentives to help emerging businesses launch and grow.

Sissel Hansen: Founder and CEO of Startup Guide, Sissel is an entrepreneur and ecosystem builder focused on making entrepreneurship more accessible and visible across the world. Since launching Startup Guide in 2014, she has helped grow it into a global platform spanning more than 20 cities across Europe, North America, Asia, and the Middle East, connecting founders with practical resources, local ecosystems, and inspiration to start and scale. Startup Guide also produced a dedicated Malta-edition, which will be distributed at the Summit.

If you are interested in understanding how Malta supports entrepreneurs and why it is becoming an increasingly relevant hub for innovation, this panel will offer valuable insights from people helping shape and showcase the local startup ecosystem. Secure your ticket today and stay tuned for further updates on our event page.

OUR EVENT SPONSORS

Malta Enterprise is Malta’s economic development agency, facilitating economic growth, investment, and innovation by offering a range of support services for local and foreign enterprises setting up a productive presence in Malta. As a key player in Malta’s economic landscape, it contributes to the nation’s prosperiety by attracting investments, supporting businesses, and driving innovation, thereby reinforcing Malta’s position as an attractive destination for entrepreneurs and investors alike. Malta Enterprise actively cultivates a vibrant startup ecosystem, playing a pivotal role in fostering a conducive environment for startups and offering tailored support and incentives to empower emerging businesses.

M. Demajo Group is a leading business player in Malta, with a successful history spanning 115 years. The Group’s growth and diversification have resulted in a wide coverage of business sectors through a commitment to long-term results. M. Demajo Group’s workforce is 500 strong and their various activities have been developed through organic growth, acquisitions, partnerships, and startups. Its strong financial situation and ethical standards, its business reputation, and its renowned track record as a business partner are all key factors in its continued expansion.

The IONOS Cloud Start-up Program provides young companies with up to €100,000 in cloud credits for up to five years after their founding. Start-ups benefit from a sovereign IT infrastructure “Made in Germany,” offering 100% GDPR compliance and full legal certainty. IONOS Cloud guarantees technological freedom without vendor lock-in. Long-term support is also ensured: exclusive discounts after the first year enable a seamless transition into the IONOS Cloud ISV Partner Program. In this way, digital sovereignty becomes a strategic competitive advantage from founding to scaling.

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