itech family
annual private meeting
of partners and investors
annual private meeting
of partners and investors
November 7-10, 2024
Marrakesh, Morocco
Marrakesh, Morocco
About a meeting
For more than a decade, we've united founders from our portfolio companies, investors, and partners in an exclusive club environment. Our gatherings are designed to spark discussions on innovative technologies, accompanied by elegant dinners and lively parties, all aimed at continuously inspiring and captivating our guests.
2024 Program
We’re keeping certain program details and locations under wraps to ensure that your experience is truly unique. However, to give you a glimpse of the unforgettable journey ahead, here’s a preview of what’s in store for you.
Arrival and Check-In
At the hotel reception, you will find the key to a room prepared especially for you. Our guests are accommodated in two charming hotels, each just a short 15-minute drive from one another. You will be informed by our organizing team in advance which hotel will be your home during the event.
Hotels:
1. Beldi Country Club Marrakech
2. Fairmont Royal Palm Marrakech
Transportation between hotels is at your discretion and can be arranged by taxi through the hotel’s receptionist.
Hotels:
1. Beldi Country Club Marrakech
2. Fairmont Royal Palm Marrakech
Transportation between hotels is at your discretion and can be arranged by taxi through the hotel’s receptionist.
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Let the Journey Begin: An Evening of African Drums
Join us for an intimate evening led by celebrated Russian percussionist, Andrey Tanzyu. Born and raised in Moscow, Andrey is now a citizen of the world, cherished by audiences across continents for his deep understanding and mastery of percussion. With a career spanning over 25 years, Andrey is recognized as one of the most accomplished percussionists, a pioneer of frame drum music in Russia, and a devoted researcher of the musical traditions of India, Turkey, Egypt, Iran, and beyond.
Andrey’s expertise in world, ethnic, and Sufi music has earned him three “Russian Word Music Awards” for Best Project of the Year, along with widespread respect at international festivals. As the visionary behind musical ensembles such as “Seven Eight Band,” “Mozaika,” “Timeless Vibes,” and “The Leaving Earth,” Andrey has created a legacy in percussion. His frame drum school, Frame Drum Family, is the largest of its kind in Russia and has drawn students from across the globe.
Beyond music, Andrey is also a gifted conversationalist with a rich sense of humor, a world traveler, and an extraordinary photographer whose journeys have taken him through diverse cultures and landscapes.
Experience: A vibrant musical journey across Africa awaits, accompanied by aromatic hookah, traditional Moroccan tea, and exquisite oriental sweets.
Venue: Beldi Country Club, Open Air Arena
Dress Code: Comfort Casual
Andrey’s expertise in world, ethnic, and Sufi music has earned him three “Russian Word Music Awards” for Best Project of the Year, along with widespread respect at international festivals. As the visionary behind musical ensembles such as “Seven Eight Band,” “Mozaika,” “Timeless Vibes,” and “The Leaving Earth,” Andrey has created a legacy in percussion. His frame drum school, Frame Drum Family, is the largest of its kind in Russia and has drawn students from across the globe.
Beyond music, Andrey is also a gifted conversationalist with a rich sense of humor, a world traveler, and an extraordinary photographer whose journeys have taken him through diverse cultures and landscapes.
Experience: A vibrant musical journey across Africa awaits, accompanied by aromatic hookah, traditional Moroccan tea, and exquisite oriental sweets.
Venue: Beldi Country Club, Open Air Arena
Dress Code: Comfort Casual
9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
iTech Capital Partners Closed Working Meeting
This exclusive gathering for investors and portfolio companies will focus on discussing the progress and strategic direction of iTech Fund I and iTech Fund II. Attendees include iTech Capital investors, as well as founders and managing directors of our portfolio companies. The meeting will follow a traditional format of presentations and Q&A. The primary language for the event will be Russian; however, participants are welcome to speak in English if they prefer. Simultaneous translation will also be available for guests.
Venue: Beldi Country Club, Marrakech, Morocco
Dress Code: Casual
Venue: Beldi Country Club, Marrakech, Morocco
Dress Code: Casual
Alternative Program for Guests
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Yoga Class with Cari Clavijo
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Free time for guests. Additionally you can book a traditional Moroccan workshop or spa treatment at the hotel reception.
Venue: Beldi Country Club, Marrakech, Morocco
Venue: Beldi Country Club, Marrakech, Morocco
Official Opening of #AIM2024
4:00 PM
4:00 PM
Hotel Transfer
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Adventure in the Medina
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Evening Cocktail Reception in Moroccan Style
At precisely 4:00 PM, all guests will be transferred from their hotels to the historic center of Marrakech.
Here, we’ll immerse ourselves in the vibrant atmosphere of the ancient city, filled with winding alleys, workshops, bustling markets, dye houses, and riads. Guests will embark on an interactive adventure through the Medina, promising a captivating experience leading up to the evening reception.
Venue: Secret Spot in the Medina
Dress Code: Casual + Comfortable Shoes
At precisely 4:00 PM, all guests will be transferred from their hotels to the historic center of Marrakech.
Here, we’ll immerse ourselves in the vibrant atmosphere of the ancient city, filled with winding alleys, workshops, bustling markets, dye houses, and riads. Guests will embark on an interactive adventure through the Medina, promising a captivating experience leading up to the evening reception.
Venue: Secret Spot in the Medina
Dress Code: Casual + Comfortable Shoes
8:30 AM
8:30 AM
iTech Talk Conference
Departure from hotel. Please note that formal checkout from the hotel must be completed on the evening of the 8th. Leave your luggage in your room in the morning of the 9th November, and we will arrange the transfer to the next location and handle your check-in there for your convenience.
9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
iTech Talk Conference, Part 1
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Lunch
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
iTech Talk Conference, Part 2
4:00 PM
4:00 PM
Transfer to Your New Hotels.You will be accommodated in pre-arranged rooms.
Format: Open dialogue with speakers and panel discussions on technology, art, science, and cultural perspectives. NO MEDIA invited.
Audience: Scientists, investors, entrepreneurs, creatives, and thought leaders.
Language: Russian and English , for synchronized translation you will have to have your headphones and mobile devices as we will ask you to download a translation App available for Apple and Android devices.
This year’s iTech Talk Conference brings together an eclectic mix of visionary speakers, each exploring topics that resonate with the rapid changes shaping our modern world. The event is designed to foster open discussions where everyone is encouraged to express their unique perspectives.
Immediately after the conference concludes, we will escort our guests to one of two hotels where the final part of our program will take place. Each of you will be notified in advance regarding which of the two hotels you will be staying in.
Venue: Secret Spot
Dress Code: Comfort Casual
Format: Open dialogue with speakers and panel discussions on technology, art, science, and cultural perspectives. NO MEDIA invited.
Audience: Scientists, investors, entrepreneurs, creatives, and thought leaders.
Language: Russian and English , for synchronized translation you will have to have your headphones and mobile devices as we will ask you to download a translation App available for Apple and Android devices.
This year’s iTech Talk Conference brings together an eclectic mix of visionary speakers, each exploring topics that resonate with the rapid changes shaping our modern world. The event is designed to foster open discussions where everyone is encouraged to express their unique perspectives.
Immediately after the conference concludes, we will escort our guests to one of two hotels where the final part of our program will take place. Each of you will be notified in advance regarding which of the two hotels you will be staying in.
Venue: Secret Spot
Dress Code: Comfort Casual
Gala Dinner
Our traditional evening celebration will feature a musical program, talented performers, and an unforgettable show. This year, we’ve worked to create something extraordinary once again, and we look forward to welcoming all guests and conference participants in high spirits and good cheer.
7:00 PM
7:00 PM
Transfer from hotels
7:00 PM - 00:00
7:00 PM - 00:00
Gala Dinner, Featuring a Vibrant Evening Program
Venue: Secret Spot
Dress Code: Cocktail+Comfortable shoes
Venue: Secret Spot
Dress Code: Cocktail+Comfortable shoes
12:00 AM
12:00 AM
Transfer to Marrakesh
Take your time with breakfast and enjoy a relaxed day!
Venue: Your hotels
Venue: Your hotels
iTechTalk Conference
The conference programme will be updated
Quantum Physics
Alexey Fedorov
Head of the scientific group of the Russian Quantum Center "Quantum Information Technologies," Director of the Institute of Physics and Quantum Engineering at the MISIS University of Science and Technology, Professor at the Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology.
Anna Vilenskaya
Musicologist, Composer, Educator
Topic: “Marketers and the Evolution of Music”
Anna Vilenskaya, a Russian musicologist and innovative creator, offers a fresh approach to discussing music. Known for her engaging Open Musical Lecture Hall project, Anna speaks about how marketers, radio station owners, and music producers from different centuries created the names for musical styles and genres. She will explore how they shaped music history, predicted future trends, and influenced composers, while also being influenced by them. She will also delve into the origins of musical genres and explore which genre labels hold substance versus those that are arbitrary. Attendees can look forward to a provocative analysis of genre classification and what it truly means to describe music.
Topic: “Marketers and the Evolution of Music”
Anna Vilenskaya, a Russian musicologist and innovative creator, offers a fresh approach to discussing music. Known for her engaging Open Musical Lecture Hall project, Anna speaks about how marketers, radio station owners, and music producers from different centuries created the names for musical styles and genres. She will explore how they shaped music history, predicted future trends, and influenced composers, while also being influenced by them. She will also delve into the origins of musical genres and explore which genre labels hold substance versus those that are arbitrary. Attendees can look forward to a provocative analysis of genre classification and what it truly means to describe music.
Alexander Kaplan
Psychophysiologist, Doctor of Biological Sciences, Head of the Laboratory of Neurophysiology and Neurocomputer Interfaces at the Faculty of Biology, Lomonosov Moscow State University
Topic: “The Cave Brain in a Digital World”
Professor Alexander Kaplan, a distinguished psychophysiologist, will discuss the complexities of the human brain amidst today’s relentless digital acceleration. Kaplan will touch on the paradox of having a “cave brain” that must cope with modern digital stress, raising questions around emotional burnout and the potential impact on mental health. In a thought-provoking dialogue, he will explore if, and when, connecting the human brain to artificial intelligence or storing consciousness on digital platforms might become feasible solutions. Kaplan’s session promises to offer a mix of science and speculation, examining how we might preserve cognitive performance and adapt effectively to the information overload of the 21st century.
Topic: “The Cave Brain in a Digital World”
Professor Alexander Kaplan, a distinguished psychophysiologist, will discuss the complexities of the human brain amidst today’s relentless digital acceleration. Kaplan will touch on the paradox of having a “cave brain” that must cope with modern digital stress, raising questions around emotional burnout and the potential impact on mental health. In a thought-provoking dialogue, he will explore if, and when, connecting the human brain to artificial intelligence or storing consciousness on digital platforms might become feasible solutions. Kaplan’s session promises to offer a mix of science and speculation, examining how we might preserve cognitive performance and adapt effectively to the information overload of the 21st century.
Vladimir Raevsky
Journalist, TV and Radio Host
Topic: “The Comedy and Tragedy of Russian History”
Vladimir Raevsky, a celebrated Russian journalist and TEFI-region award winner, invites the audience to look at Russia’s history through a lens of dark humor and irony. Drawing on the words of Tyutchev, “The history of Russia before Peter the Great is one continuous funeral service, after - one criminal case,” Raevsky aims to reveal the often-overlooked comedic aspects of Russian history. With a perspective that spans imperial oddities to Soviet ironies, Raevsky will bring forward a discussion on how laughter can offer healing insights into a nation’s turbulent past, suggesting that embracing humor is a pathway to understanding.
Topic: “The Comedy and Tragedy of Russian History”
Vladimir Raevsky, a celebrated Russian journalist and TEFI-region award winner, invites the audience to look at Russia’s history through a lens of dark humor and irony. Drawing on the words of Tyutchev, “The history of Russia before Peter the Great is one continuous funeral service, after - one criminal case,” Raevsky aims to reveal the often-overlooked comedic aspects of Russian history. With a perspective that spans imperial oddities to Soviet ironies, Raevsky will bring forward a discussion on how laughter can offer healing insights into a nation’s turbulent past, suggesting that embracing humor is a pathway to understanding.
Sergey Korsakov
Hero of the Russian Federation, Space Pilot
Topic: “Life and Lessons from Space”
Sergey Korsakov, the 127th cosmonaut of Russia and hero of the Russian Federation, will share his unique experiences from a 194-day mission on the International Space Station. As one of Russia’s youngest cosmonauts, Korsakov provides a fresh perspective on space exploration and the profound impact of life beyond Earth. He will discuss the psychological and physical challenges of long-duration spaceflight, the advancements in space technology, and the future of human space exploration. His firsthand account will offer rare insights into the realities and aspirations of space travel.
Topic: “Life and Lessons from Space”
Sergey Korsakov, the 127th cosmonaut of Russia and hero of the Russian Federation, will share his unique experiences from a 194-day mission on the International Space Station. As one of Russia’s youngest cosmonauts, Korsakov provides a fresh perspective on space exploration and the profound impact of life beyond Earth. He will discuss the psychological and physical challenges of long-duration spaceflight, the advancements in space technology, and the future of human space exploration. His firsthand account will offer rare insights into the realities and aspirations of space travel.
Gerard Rancinan
Photographer, Artist, an Officer of the Order of Arts and Letters
Topic: “Capturing Humanity Through the Lens”
Renowned French photographer and artist Gerard Rancinan will reflect on his journey in capturing powerful portraits of global icons. With his award-winning works that bridge journalism and art, Rancinan brings an artist’s perspective on portraying the essence of human stories. He will discuss the evolution of photography in an era where imagery is ubiquitous, exploring how photographs can still evoke profound emotional and cultural resonance. Attendees can expect to gain a deeper understanding of visual storytelling and the enduring impact of a well-composed image.
Topic: “Capturing Humanity Through the Lens”
Renowned French photographer and artist Gerard Rancinan will reflect on his journey in capturing powerful portraits of global icons. With his award-winning works that bridge journalism and art, Rancinan brings an artist’s perspective on portraying the essence of human stories. He will discuss the evolution of photography in an era where imagery is ubiquitous, exploring how photographs can still evoke profound emotional and cultural resonance. Attendees can expect to gain a deeper understanding of visual storytelling and the enduring impact of a well-composed image.
FAQ
Please plan to arrive on November 7th to ensure a relaxed start to your visit. The official program begins on November 8th with work meetings starting at 10:00. For those who are not yet investors in our funds or associated with our portfolio companies, the program will commence at 16:00 on November 8th.
The program concludes with a relaxing brunch on November 10th. Complimentary transfers to Marrakesh will be provided.
We've got you covered this year! Simply book through the link above.
If you still have energy! We have guides and agents available, and we're more than happy to recommend trusted professionals if needed.
We handle all the travel arrangements. Just drive to the initial meeting place at Beldi Country Club.
The dress code for each event is listed in the program and ranges from casual to smart casual. We're keeping it relaxed this year ;)
About us
iTech Capital is a global investment manager specialising in the high growth stages of internet-based businesses since 2010. Founder and Managing Partner - Gleb Davidyuk has more than 25 years of experience in managing Russian and Western private equity funds. Two funds under management: iTech Fund I, iTech Fund II. Key investment areas: AdTech, Fintech, Online Travel and Ticketing.