The Czech Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (CVCA) celebrated its 30th anniversary. The Gala Dinner took place at Rudolfinum on October 22, 2025. The event was attended by 280 representatives of private equity and venture capital from both the Czech Republic and Europe, including representatives of funds and their LPs, as well as many of those who were present at the very beginnings of this industry in the region.

The evening opened a light show by Pyrroterra, followed by a keynote speech from Anne Fossemalle, Head of Equity Funds at the EBRD, who reflected on 30 years of PE and VC in the region. During the two panels, Jiří Beneš first discussed the strengths and weaknesses of the Czech PE and VC market together with Emília Mamajová, Pavel Mucha, and Vlado Jež. Afterwards, European representatives shared their perspective on the region: Marco Natoli from the EIF’s point of view, Anne Fossemalle from the EBRD, Robert Knorr from the standpoint of a London PE fund, and Martin Bresson with the perspective of Invest Europe.

Thank you to all CVCA members, partners, and friends for a wonderful evening!