Organisers
Who Should Attend
Corporations.
Identify ready-to-deploy technological solutions for your organisation
Universities.
Showcase advanced research-driven and innovation-focused projects
Development Institutions. Expand your deal flow and engage with promising early-stage teams
150+ startups across the exhibition and pitch sessions
Venture Capital Funds.
Discover high-potential projects aligned with your investment strategy
At RVF 2025, startups secured over ₽900M in funding
Startups.
Attract investment and accelerate your growth
Innopolis Day Organizer
Key Metrics
260+
speakers and experts
150+
investors
25
countries represented
60+
venture funds
150+
exhibiting startups
5000+
participants
$10 M
investment agreements
197 M
media impressions
ЭКОСИСТЕМА
Ранние стадии. Технологическое предпринимательство в университетах. Глобальные тренды. Роль государства: регулирование, институты развития. Инфраструктура поддержки: акселераторы, инкубаторы, технопарки, менторы. Доступ к финансированию и инвестированию инновационного бизнеса.
РЫНКИ
Новые наиболее привлекательные ниши, создание стимулов для развития внутренних инноваций, поиск новых бизнес-моделей, возможности, ограничения, преимущества на зарубежных рынках дружественных стран, кооперация между промышленными предприятиями, объединение ресурсов и компетенций в области инноваций. Финтех.
Deep tech. BRICS. MENA.
ВЕНЧУРНЫЕ ИНВЕСТИЦИИ
Для профессиональных управляющих венчурными фондами и частных инвесторов. Трансформация венчурного ландшафта. Глобальная и российская технологическая и инвестиционная повестка в новых условиях. Структурирование фондов и сделок в российской юрисдикции. Лучшие практики инвестирования.
ТЕХНОЛОГИЧЕСКОЕ ПРЕДПРИНИМАТЕЛЬСТВО
Для профессиональных управляющих венчурными фондами и частных инвесторов. Трансформация венчурного ландшафта. Глобальная и российская технологическая и инвестиционная повестка в новых условиях. Структурирование фондов и сделок в российской юрисдикции. Лучшие практики инвестирования.
FORUM SPEAKERS
Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation
Valery Falkov
First Deputy Minister of Economic Development of the Russian Federation
Maksim Kolesnikov
Head (Rais) of the Republic of Tatarstan
Rustam Minnikhanov
President, Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Tatarstan
Rifkat Minnikhanov
Director, Investment and Venture Fund of the Republic of Tatarstan
Damir Galiev
Partner, Head of Investment Funds & Venture Capital Practices, LCH.LEGAL
Anna Andrusova
Director of Private Equity Funds Management, Moscow Exchange
Filipp Babenko
Managing Partner, Nova VC
Artem Badriev
Managing Partner, BSF Partners
Alexey Basov
Head of Investor Community, SberUnity Venture Platform
Gleb Belyaevsky
CEO, Aurora Investment Platform
Anatoly Bobrakov
Partner, KAMA FLOW Investment Company
Evgeny Borisov
Deputy Director, Alfa Capital
Vladimir Bragin
Investment Director, KAMA FLOW
Sergey Gaivoronsky
Head of Community Development Project, Innopolis SEZ
Radik Gimaev
Partner, Managing Director, Perspektiva Industrial Innovation Ecosystem
Ilya Goldt
Director of Research, Central University
Karina Gurgenova
CEO, Puzzle Dom
Alexey Gorulev
Managing Director for Partnerships and Communications at the Moscow Venture Fund
Aik Dzhulakyan
Director, VTB Accelerator
Natalia Degtyareva
CEO, Krasnaya Arka JSC
Nikolay Evchenko
Independent Expert
Anton Elikov
Head of Family Office of Kirill Kulakov
Olga Zhilenko
Chairman of the Association of Venture Market Professionals, CEO Tanay VC, Founder of Investors Club
Andrey Zavorin
Partner, Brio Capital
Artur Zagvozkin
Director, Private Equity, T-Bank
Nikita Ilyinsky
Managing Partner, IIDF Venture Fund
Dmitry Kalaev
Chairman of AI Investment Council, President, AI GLOBAL ASSOCIATION
Valery Kardashov
Managing Partner, Chuck VC
Martin Kolkhauser
Managing Director, Moscow Venture Fund
Alexey Kostrov
Family офис Игоря Рыбакова
Алексей Кривцов
Partner, Managing Director
Marsel Kurbanov
CIO, Family Office of Vadim Gurinov
Yaroslav Linik
Partner, Friendly VC; Head of M&A
Sergey Martyushev
Serial IT Entrepreneur; CEO, Noroots
Valentin Miklyaev
Head of CyberStage Program, Solar Group
Vasily Miroshkin
Managing Partner, AM Group
Anna Morozova
Investment Director, Kirov Group Ventures
Elena Morozova
Executive Director, Sberbank
Alina Myalo
Managing Partner, Friendly VC
Tigran Nazaretyan
Brand Director, Splat Global; CEO, Biomed
Anastasia Nidziy
Partner, KAMA FLOW
Pavel Okhonin
Executive Director, Gazprombank
Vladimir Palchikov
Chief Executive Officer of the Moscow Innovation Cluster Foundation
Alexey Parabuchev
Sber Investments, M&A
Andrey Petrov
Head of Strategic Investments,
T-Bank
T-Bank
Viktor Pozdnyakov
President, INVESTORO
Vitaly Polekhin
Director of M&A, EFKO
Oksana Popova
Managing Partner, Malina Ventures
Anton Pronin
Vice President, Rostelecom
Dmitry Reidman
Project Director, Rostelecom
Lyubov Simonova-Yemelyanova
Head of Venture Studio, Rosselkhozbank
Vitaly Soldatenko
Managing Partner, UDTX.VC; Co-founder, hop.agency
Natalia Starostina
Executive Director, SPB Exchange
Ivan Suzimov
Head of M&A, LANIT
Alexey Sukhikh
CEO & Co-founder, Syndicate Club
Maria Sutormina
Head of Investment Hub, IT Park
Alexey Taranov
ПPartner, Startech.vc; Communications Director; Founder, Startech.Awards
Liza Tikher
Managing Director, Skolkovo Foundation
Alexander Fertman
Director of Urban & Construction Technologies, Skolkovo Foundation; Head of Build UP Accelerator
Yuri Khakhanov
Partner, Phystech Ventures
Danila Shaposhnikov
Founder, Smart Build Service
Mikhail Shilenkov
Head of Investment Banking, Rosselkhozbank
Ilya Shumov
VC Funds & Development Institutions
Voices of Leadership at RVF
We are operating amid unprecedented technological and geopolitical transformations. The Forum places special emphasis on exhibition showcases that, without exaggeration, offer a genuine glimpse into the future
Rais (Head) of the Republic of Tatarstan, for TASS
Rustam Minnikhanov
This year, the Forum carries particular strategic significance. The President of the Russian Federation has defined technological leadership as one of the nation’s key development priorities. Achieving this goal requires the concerted efforts of all participants gathered here today. A platform for such dialogue is especially timely
Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, for TASS
Valery Falkov
The Forum brings together a diverse range of projects and insightful discussions in an exceptional venue. This year, we are seeing renewed momentum-a rare achievement for an event with such a long history. RVF remains highly relevant and reflects the strong pace of innovation and venture development in Tatarstan
Partner, KAMA FLOW
Evgeny Borisov
This is a highly anticipated event. It is my third time attending, and the Forum continues to grow-becoming more ambitious and engaging each year. It provides new insights and opens doors to new partnerships. Kazan is the perfect place for an event of this scale
Partner, BSF Capital; Co-Founder, Syndicate Venture Investors Club
Anna Morozova
Throughout the Forum, we will not only discuss the trends and challenges shaping the venture industry, but also identify actionable solutions to support promising innovation projects, develop the startup ecosystem, and strengthen the investment climate in our country
Executive Director, Russian Venture Capital Association (RAVI)
Albina Nikkonen
Venture Research Digest
Forum participants are invited to submit research articles for inclusion in the annual peer-reviewed digest.
Theme of the 2026 volume:
"Venture Capital and Private Equity: Mechanisms for Financing Innovation and Growth"
Theme of the 2026 volume:
"Venture Capital and Private Equity: Mechanisms for Financing Innovation and Growth"
Intellectual property management and technology transfer: valuation, protection, and monetisation of IP in investment transactions
Risk management in private equity deals: cybersecurity, macroeconomic volatility, modern approaches to due diligence, and monitoring of portfolio companies
Financing tools and models across the company life cycle: early-stage investment, growth investment, mezzanine financing, infrastructure investment, crowdfunding, and more
Impact of digitalisation on private equity: technology platforms for deal sourcing and analytics (PropTech), automation tools for operational improvements, and methods of digital transformation in portfolio companies
- Submission Email: article@ivfrt.com
- Formatting Guidelines: Available via the link
- 2025 Research Volume: Available via the link
Submission Deadline
March 20, 2026
March 20, 2026
"Smart Money" tools: corporate governance, mentorship, and operational oversight in portfolio companies
Value creation and asset management in private equity: strategies, instruments, and performance indicators
Institutional mechanisms enabling collaboration between academia and industry (technology transfer offices, endowment funds) as sources of deal flow
The role of regional investment ecosystems in the development of venture capital and private equity markets
Legal frameworks for structuring venture capital and private equity transactions
Government support mechanisms for venture capital and private equity markets
Development of exit mechanisms: IPO, M&A, and alternative exit strategies
The role of corporate structures in venture capital and private equity markets
Technology market trends and forecasts: artificial intelligence, robotics, DeepTech, biotechnology, and related fields
The role of private equity in sectoral transformation and the growth of small, medium, and large enterprises
Mechanisms of venture capital and private equity market development and operation
Research Areas
Guide to Russian Venture Forum Information Resources
The Russian Venture Forum (RVF) is a key event in the venture capital industry. Below you can find a guide to the main information resources with relevant links
- Official RVF website – https://russianventureforum.ru/
- RVF website (English version) - https://russianventureforum.ru/en
- RVF registration - https://lk.russianventureforum.ru/
- RVF video channel (RUTUBE) – https://rutube.ru/channel/25180156/
- RVF Telegram channel – https://t.me/ruventureforum
- RVF Telegram bot – @rvfbot_bot
Объявляется сбор научно-исследовательских работ для публикации в сборнике Российского венчурного форума 2024
Российский венчурный форум пройдет 25−26 апреля 2024 года в Международном выставочном центре «Казань Экспо». Тема форума «Технологическое предпринимательство — пространство высших компетенций».
Мероприятие является знаковым событием венчурной отрасли России, задает основные тренды инновационного развития страны и привлекает к участию ключевых экспертов в области технологического развития и инвесторов. Организаторами являются Инвестиционно-венчурный фонд Республики Татарстан, Академия наук Республики Татарстан, Ассоциация венчурного инвестирования (РАВИ), Ассоциация содействия цифровому развитию и Евразийский центр инноваций.
Статьи принимаются до 12 апреля включительно по следующим направлениям:
● венчурные инвестиции;
● технологическое предпринимательство;
● инфраструктура поддержки: акселераторы, инкубаторы, технопарки, менторы;
● новые бизнес-модели;
● зарубежные рынки дружественных стран;
Требования к оформлению статей:
docs.google.com/document/d/1OJmf819zHWsbTbLReNYDnr
Готовые работы присылать по адресу: article@ivfrt.com
Сайт РВФ: russianventureforum.ru/#expo
FAQ
RVF 2026 will take place from April 8 to April 10, 2026.
The opening day (April 8) will be held at A.S. Popov Technopark (7 Universitetskaya St., Innopolis, near Kazan).
The main Forum days (April 9–10) will take place at Kazan Expo International Exhibition Centre (1 Vystavochnaya St., Bolshiye Kabany village, Laishevsky District).
The opening day (April 8) will be held at A.S. Popov Technopark (7 Universitetskaya St., Innopolis, near Kazan).
The main Forum days (April 9–10) will take place at Kazan Expo International Exhibition Centre (1 Vystavochnaya St., Bolshiye Kabany village, Laishevsky District).
Participation in the Forum is free.
Participants who would like additional benefits – including personal transfer, an invitation to the gala reception, cultural programs, and access to closed networking events – can select the Premium package during registration.
The Premium package costs 150,000 RUB (≈ $1,930 USD at an exchange rate of 77.7 RUB/USD).
Participants who would like additional benefits – including personal transfer, an invitation to the gala reception, cultural programs, and access to closed networking events – can select the Premium package during registration.
The Premium package costs 150,000 RUB (≈ $1,930 USD at an exchange rate of 77.7 RUB/USD).
Shuttle buses will be available for Forum participants.
The schedule will be published on the official website and in the mobile application.
The schedule will be published on the official website and in the mobile application.
Badges can be picked up at registration desks during all Forum days (April 8–10, 2026) at the following locations:
• Kazan Expo International Exhibition Centre, Pavilion A1
• Idea Technopark (50 Peterburgskaya St., Building 5)
• Kazan International Airport
On April 8, a registration desk will also operate at A.S. Popov Technopark.
Please bring a valid ID to collect your badge.
If your badge is collected by a representative, they must present a letter of authorization.
• Kazan Expo International Exhibition Centre, Pavilion A1
• Idea Technopark (50 Peterburgskaya St., Building 5)
• Kazan International Airport
On April 8, a registration desk will also operate at A.S. Popov Technopark.
Please bring a valid ID to collect your badge.
If your badge is collected by a representative, they must present a letter of authorization.
The Forum organizers do not arrange hotel bookings.
However, RVF 2026 has partner hotels offering special rates for participants.
The list of hotels and contact details can be found in the Participant Guide.
However, RVF 2026 has partner hotels offering special rates for participants.
The list of hotels and contact details can be found in the Participant Guide.
Yes, parking will be available for Forum participants.
The parking map will be published on the website and in the mobile application.
The parking map will be published on the website and in the mobile application.
The Forum program will be published on the official website and in the mobile application in March 2026.
Yes, the startup exhibition is open to all participants.
You can also attend startup pitching sessions as a spectator.
You can also attend startup pitching sessions as a spectator.
Coffee breaks will be provided for participants.
Coffee points and cafés will also operate at the Forum venues where food and drinks can be purchased.
Coffee points and cafés will also operate at the Forum venues where food and drinks can be purchased.
Confirmations are sent gradually as applications are reviewed.
If you have not received confirmation by April 1, 2026, please contact the organizers.
If you have not received confirmation by April 1, 2026, please contact the organizers.
Yes. Participation may be declined if incorrect information was provided during registration or based on the results of a security check.
Accreditation is available to journalists representing officially registered media outlets, as well as bloggers whose channels are registered with Roskomnadzor (the Russian Federal Service for Supervision of Communications, Information Technology and Mass Media).
Media representatives can apply through the main registration form by selecting the “Media” category.
Media representatives can apply through the main registration form by selecting the “Media” category.
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IVF RT – Official Website
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20th Russian Venture Forum
April 8–10 2026
Contact Points
partner@exporvf.ru
+79872151100
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+79872151100
Partnership enquiries
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+79872151100
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+79872151100
Startup exhibition participation
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Partnership enquiries
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Acceleration programme participation
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Premium participation enquiries:
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