Who is presso network?

Founded with a single goal in mind.

Presso Network started with a simple idea — helping attendees connect more easily at events. Today, it has grown into a powerful event technology platform that helps organisers worldwide sell more tickets, enhance attendee experiences, and maximise sponsor ROI.

Presso Network was founded in 2016 out of a simple frustration: why is it so hard to meet the right people at industry events? What started as a straightforward networking app to help attendees connect has since grown into a full-fledged event technology platform.

Over the years, we’ve been fortunate to work with standout events like The Retail Summit in Dubai, RG Connect in London, and the IBIA Conference in Turkey—helping organisers strengthen their digital presence, engage attendees more effectively, and deliver measurable results for their sponsors.

At the heart of Presso is me, Kristian Papadakis—building the apps, leading marketing, managing partnerships, and ensuring we deliver exceptional digital experiences for event organisers. Along the way, I’ve had the invaluable guidance of Dr. Thomas Papanikolaou, founder of Neos Chronos and Founderhyve, whose strategic insights have helped shape our journey.

We’ve intentionally stayed lean and agile. We’re a small team by choice, working with a select number of organisers each year to guarantee that every client gets our full attention. Backed by Neos Chronos’ advisory leadership, we remain committed to pushing the boundaries of event technology—one exceptional event at a time.

Presso Network Team at The Retail Summit 2019 in Dubai

The Team (Or Lack Thereof)


  • Kristian Papadakis

    Kristian Papadakis

    Founder & CEO

    Yep, it’s just me—for now. I build the apps, write the content, manage partnerships, and support our amazing event organisers. Why? Because I genuinely love helping events go digital without the hassle. Backed by a brilliant advisor and a lot of coffee, I'm here to make sure your events succeed.

Partners

Backed by Industry Leaders

At Presso Network, we are fortunate to collaborate with visionary leaders and industry pioneers who share our passion for innovation in event technology. Their expertise, insights, and support help us push boundaries and create a platform that truly empowers event organisers.

Advisors


  • Neos Chronos

    Neos Chronos (Greek for "New Time") is a boutique business advisory firm that bridges the gap between lean startup agility and large enterprise execution. Their strategic insights and deep industry experience help businesses develop hard-to-replicate competitive advantages — ensuring long-term success.

Individual advisors


  • Dr Thomas Papanikolaou

    Dr Thomas Papanikolaou

    Founder of Neos Chronos and Founderhyve

    Dr. Thomas Papanikolaou is a renowned business strategist and innovation leader. With a track record of guiding startups and enterprises toward sustainable growth and competitive differentiation, his mentorship is invaluable to our vision at Presso Network.

Careers

Join our fully remote team.

We work together from all over the world, bringing innovation to event technology—remotely, flexibly, and with a shared passion for making networking better.

Open positions

Sorry, we don’t have any job openings right now.

Kristian Papadakis

At Presso Network, we’re a fully remote team of innovators, creatives, and problem-solvers shaping the future of event technology—work from anywhere, make an impact everywhere!

Kristian Papadakis

Founder @ Presso Network