$20M in deals were closed at Road To Global

December 16, 2025

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Every company dreams of going global, but few know how. At Road to Global 2026, we’re removing the guesswork. Over two days in Vienna, more than 1,000 attendees from 35+ countries will gather to share what actually works when scaling across borders. You’ll leave with actionable strategies, valuable connections, and the opportunity to be part of $50M+ in projected live deal flow.

This isn’t just another tech event. Road to Global is a deal-driven summit created for those who are actively building, expanding, and investing across markets. At our debut in 2025, we welcomed 450+ attendees, featured 50 speakers and showcased 24 scaling startups, all within an energetic, international setting. More than $10M in deals were closed right during the event. In 2026, we’re doubling down; 70+ speakers, 50+ corporate and stage activations, and a broader, even more ambitious audience of innovators ready to scale globally.

Founders will have the opportunity to pitch directly to dozens of international investors seeking high-growth startups. Investors will get early access to a pre-vetted, globally ambitious pipeline. Corporates and ecosystem builders will connect with policy shapers, expansion strategists, and innovation enablers working across emerging and developed markets. This is where partnerships are built, market-entry strategies are validated, and new growth chapters begin.

You’ll hear unfiltered stories from scaling champions; those who’ve entered 10+ markets, raised 8-figure rounds, and learned hard lessons navigating cross-border growth. Their insights will reveal the frameworks, missteps, and mindset shifts that helped them succeed where others stalled. In 2025, these stories sparked transformation. In 2026, they’ll spark even more.

Proudly a part of ViennaUP...

Road to Global launched in 2025 as a two-day anchor event within the city-wide startup festival.

Surrounded by Vienna’s buzzing innovation scene, we brought together speakers and attendees from 25 countries, with 50% of speakers joining from outside Austria. By blending ViennaUP’s vibrant energy with curated content, intimate matchmaking, and investor-ready moments, Road to Global quickly became the festival’s go-to platform for international business building.

"In 2026, we return bigger, bolder, and with more opportunities for you to go global; faster and smarter."

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