Investor Day 2026
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Investor Day blends sharp minds in an intimate setting. A morning of talks and perspective followed by an exclusive outing in Icelandic nature all powered by Business Iceland. Think strategy meets geothermal steam. Deals might happen, friendships definitely will. Programmed for VCs, LPs & Angels.
Program
April 28th
08:20 — Bus transport from Reykjavík to Hvammsvík Hot Springs (50 min drive)
09:30 — Arion Bank Networking Breakfast
10:00 — Investor Day Talks
12:00— Frumtak Ventures Lunch
13:00— Short walk over to the Hot Spring Baths
13:15 — Recharge in Unspoiled Nature: Hot Spring Baths or Nature walk in Hvammsvík
Experience the pure warmth of Icelandic nature amidst the breathtaking landscape of the Whalefjords. Eight natural hot springs await, nestled amidst black sand beaches and majestic mountains, with the Atlantic Ocean as your backdrop. Enjoy the hot springs with full access to private showers and changing rooms, swim-up bar, steam room, and the ocean itself (towel, water shoes and a drink included). For guests who prefer not to soak in the hot spring baths, a guided scenic hike will be offered, allowing you to explore the stunning surroundings and experience the area’s natural beauty from a different perspective.
14:45 — Bus leaves to Reykjavík
17:00-18:00 — Exclusive Founder & Investor Mixer powered by Smitten
19:00-onwards — Invite Only Dinners around Reykjavik
Dress Code
Smart Casual for the event
Bring weather friendly outerwear: Jacket that handles rain, a hat, gloves and good shoes for adventures.
Bring your swimwear for the Hot Spring Baths. However, if you forget to pack your swimwear – don’t worry, we’ve got you covered as you can rent swimwear.
Hvammsvík provides the following: Towels, water shoes, shampoo, conditioner and body wash from the Hvammsvik Collection.
Hikers: If you prefer to do the hike instead of the baths, bring your hiking wear!
Exclusive Founder & Investor Mixer powered by Smitten
↪ April 28th
Hosted by the Icelandic dating app that’s conquering the world, this is not your average networking event. The Smitten Startup Investor Mixer brings together the coolest founders and the hottest VCs for an evening where chemistry meets capital. No small talk just real connections and maybe, just maybe, a perfect match.
Who has attended?
FAQ
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FAQ 〰️
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The Investor pass gives you access to the Official Iceland Innovation Week Program + Exclusive Investor Day Program, April 28th 2026.
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The Investor Day Program features tailored sessions for investors & an exclusive experience in Icelandic nature, plus access to the list of startups attending the festival
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Yes, investors can apply to speak on stage: please send an email to edda@innovationweek.is
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We recommend:
27th April - Fly in (in the afternoon)
28th April - Investor Day
29th April - IIW conference day + Ok, bye - Future of Food + Afterparty
30th April - Fly out (in the morning) -
To host a side event, please send an email to karitas@innovationweek.is
Testimonials from investors
We look forward to Iceland Innovation Week every year, not only for the fun events but the genuine connections, networking, and investment opportunities. We invested in a startup who went through our New Nordics Challengers Program as a result from connections made during IIW.
— Kevin Chavanne, Investment Manager at Trinity VC
Attending Iceland Innovation Week has had a substantial impact for our fund. While we haven’t yet deployed capital in Iceland, our involvement with IIW has opened doors to 9 Icelandic companies and 7 more from across the Nordics—introductions we wouldn’t have had otherwise. Connections we've made in Iceland have also served as diligence resources or facilitated introductions around 30 times in the past 2.5 years. This event has offered remarkable ROI for our team, underscoring the ripple effects and value of being part of the IIW community.
— A VC based in the US that wants to keep a low profile👀
I've joined Iceland Innovation Week two times so far and both have been a wonderful experience. The Investor Day and side events were extremely well organized, with lots of attention to detail and unique experiences. Even though the size is smaller than other VC events in Europe, the quality is very high and I´ve made some of the strongest and lasting connections here. Will definitely be back for future editions!
— Gregor von dem Knesebeck, Managing Partner at Blue Future Partners