Kinisis Ventures Roadshow Recap: New York & Beyond

Last week, Kinisis Ventures took four Cypriot tech startups on the road in the U.S., showcasing innovation and forging new connections across New York City, New Jersey—and all the way to Silicon Valley.

Day 1: Launch at Neuberger Berman, NYC

Our three Fund I portfolio companies—ASCANIO, DAREFORE, and IREROBOT LTD—were joined by a guest Cypriot startup INTELECTRA. Against the stunning backdrop of Central Park, over 60 private and institutional investors, business executives, and partners gathered in the elegant Neuberger Berman offices.

• Keynote Address

  Theodoros Loukaidis outlined why Cyprus is primed to become a global hub for technology investment, illustrating real-world success stories and market opportunities.

• Founder Panel

  Aristos Constantine moderated a lively discussion with the four founding teams, highlighting how Cyprus offers the ideal launchpad for scaling innovative ventures internationally.

• Networking Dinner

  The evening wrapped up with a delightful dinner co-hosted by the Cyprus–U.S. Chamber of Commerce, where guests and founders deepened relationships over Cypriot cuisine.

Day 2: Pitches to New Jersey Angel Groups

We crossed the Hudson to pitch directly to two leading angel networks in New Jersey. Each company presented its vision, traction, and growth plans—sparking robust Q&A sessions and follow-up interest from multiple investors.

Day 3: Back to NYC for VC Engagements

Returning to Manhattan, our teams met with an early-stage venture firm in the morning, then pitched to another VC fund and a roomful of private investors in the afternoon. Across both sessions, feedback was overwhelmingly positive, with two distinct groups requesting detailed follow-up materials.

Beyond New York: Follow-ups & Silicon Valley Spotlight

Later in the week, several teams held one-on-one meetings with New York–based investors to explore partnership and pilot opportunities. Meanwhile, IREROBOT LTD travelled to Google Research in San Francisco to showcase their flagship robotic innovations—opening doors to potential R&D collaborations on the West Coast.

IREROBOT LTD travelled to Google Research in San Francisco to showcase their flagship robotic innovations

“This roadshow has broadened our teams’ horizons and solidified their U.S. strategy,” said our Managing Partner. “We’re already fielding follow-up requests—and interest in KV Fund II is accelerating.”

Acknowledgments

We extend heartfelt thanks to everyone who made this roadshow possible:

• Maria Pappas, Aristos Constantine, Demetrios Comodromos, and the entire team at the Cyprus–U.S. Chamber of Commerce & Cyprus Embassy Trade Center in New York

• RA and colleagues at Neuberger Berman for the venue sponsorship

• U.S. Ambassador to Cyprus Julie Davis and her team for their steadfast support

What’s Next

With excellent feedback from investors and business leaders, we’re energized to deepen these budding relationships—and to bring even more Cypriot innovation to the world stage. Stay tuned for updates on follow-on funding rounds, new partnerships, and the official launch of KV Fund II.