Start Up Investing / Emerging Technology
Panel
9:55 AM - 11:00 AM
Moderator
Ermelinda Hajdari, Founder & Managing Director, ALBAN Global
Speakers
Douglas Ming Deng, Professor, Yunnan University
Eve Wang, Executive Director, Smoore International; VP, Shenzhen Smoore Technology Co. Ltd
Jonathan Fell, Head of Research & Engagement, Hexis Capital Management
J.D., MA Mark Burton, California Capital Partners, Partner
Ryan Selby, Inventor & Entrepreneur, Emerald Innovations Ltd.
Xavier Kris, Growth Capitalist, IMX Funds Limited (Abu Dhabi)
Moderator

Founder & Managing Director, ALBAN Global
Ermelinda Hajdari is an ecosystem builder, marketing strategist, startup advisor, and founder of ALBAN Global, an international NGO connecting founders, investors, and innovation ecosystems across Europe. She brings a dynamic mix of expertise in operational coordination, digital marketing, internationalisation, HR, and communications, helping startups, corporates, and organizations translate ideas into measurable impact.
A serial entrepreneur and dedicated startup mentor, Ermelinda has helped launch multiple ventures while supporting founders across Europe in fundraising, strategic positioning, and cross-border growth. Through ALBAN Global, she has built a thriving ecosystem that connects startups with investors, partners, and institutions, fostering collaboration and enabling ventures to scale internationally.
Driven by a passion for global business, technology, and social impact, Ermelinda focuses on strengthening interconnected innovation ecosystems and helping ambitious founders navigate the path from early traction to sustainable growth.
Speakers

Douglas Ming Deng
Professor, Yunnan University

Eve Wang
Executive Director, Smoore International; VP, Shenzhen Smoore Technology Co. Ltd

Jonathan Fell
Head of Research & Engagement, Hexis Capital Management

J.D., MA Mark Burton
California Capital Partners, Partner

Ryan Selby
Inventor & Entrepreneur, Emerald Innovations Ltd.

Xavier Kris
Growth Capitalist, IMX Funds Limited (Abu Dhabi)