Web Summit Qatar Strategy | Founder vs Investor Approach

Heading to Web Summit Qatar next week, your preparation looks completely different depending on whether you're there as a founder or an investor. Most founders treat conferences like learning opportunities - blocking out panels, soaking up atmosphere. That's a mistake. Your job isn't to attend, it's to create velocity in your fundraising or business development. In this video, I break down: The 3 things founders must prepare before arriving Why scheduled meetings only matter if you follow a specific system The side event circuit (where real deals actually happen) What I'm actually doing at Web Summit as an investor The one follow-up template that actually gets responses Whether you're going to Web Summit, All-in Summit, Slush, TechCrunch Disrupt, or any major conference, this applies. Are you a founder heading to Web Summit Qatar? You've already lost if you're just planning to attend panel sessions. This video provides essential strategies for startups, focusing on how to network at a conference effectively and what truly matters for your business velocity. As an investor, I approach technology conferences differently, and I'll share my insights on investing wisely and building valuable connections.