Fundraising Expert Joins 2026 EU-Startups Summit in Malta

Jan de Vries · 2026-04-02

We've got some exciting news for anyone thinking about starting or scaling a business in Europe. Dr. Florian Kandler, the founder of GetFunding.how, is joining us as a speaker at the EU-Startups Summit 2026. The event is happening on May 7-8 in sunny Malta, and honestly, you won't want to miss his session. Florian isn't just talking about fundraising theory. He's lived it. He's co-founded three companies himself, and two of them raised over $3.2 million from investors in both the US and Europe. His time in Silicon Valley and his experience running multiple funding rounds have given him a uniquely practical, founder-first perspective. He knows what it's like to be in your shoes. ### From Founder to Fundraising Guide Since 2016, Florian has dedicated himself full-time to helping other entrepreneurs. His mission? To help founders become truly investor-ready. He focuses on bringing more structure, clarity, and—most importantly—confidence to the capital-raising process. Think of him as your guide through what can feel like a confusing maze. Through workshops, one-on-one advising, and online programs, he's supported more than 3,000 founders across 20 different countries. Those entrepreneurs have gone on to raise a staggering total of over $1.1 billion. He's also the go-to expert for accelerators and incubators across Europe, helping them teach founders how to approach investors the right way.  ### What You'll Learn at the Summit At the Summit, Florian will be giving a talk called “Fundraising Secrets: Strategies, FOMO and Follow-Ups that win over Investors.” This isn't going to be a fluffy, high-level overview. He's planning to dive into the nitty-gritty details that actually move the needle. He'll share practical insights on things like: - What actually makes your investor outreach emails get opened and replied to. - How to build real momentum during a fundraising round, so you're not just having one-off chats. - Why having a structured process is often the difference between a stalled conversation and a serious term sheet. It's the kind of actionable advice that can save you months of frustration. As one founder put it after working with him, "Florian demystifies the entire process. It went from being this huge, scary monster to a series of manageable steps." ### Meet Our Supporting Partners This incredible learning opportunity is made possible with the support of some key organizations dedicated to the European startup scene. **Malta Enterprise** is Malta's economic development agency. They're all about facilitating growth and innovation by offering support services for businesses setting up in Malta. They play a huge role in making Malta an attractive hub for entrepreneurs by cultivating the ecosystem and offering tailored incentives. **M. Demajo Group** is a major business player in Malta with a history spanning 115 years. With a workforce of 500, their diversified activities across many sectors are built on a reputation for strong ethics and reliable partnership. Their long-term vision supports the kind of stable environment where startups can thrive. **The IONOS Cloud Start-up Program** provides crucial early-stage support. They offer young companies up to $107,000 in cloud credits for up to five years after founding. They provide a sovereign IT infrastructure based in Germany, ensuring full GDPR compliance and legal certainty, which is a massive advantage for tech startups concerned with data privacy from day one. So, what are you waiting for? This is your chance to learn directly from someone who's been through the fire and now helps others navigate it successfully. Join us at the EU-Startups Summit 2026 in Malta for two packed days of learning, essential networking, and real inspiration. Secure your ticket today and take a concrete step toward funding your vision.