LenderKit at the 12th CrowdCon in Milan: Exploring New Crowdfunding Scenarios
On 15-16 November 2023, LenderKit participated in the 12th CrowdCon in Milan, Italy, an annual flagship event organized by the European Crowdfunding Network (ECN).
Themed “Ready, Set, Restart: New Crowdfunding Scenarios,” the conference brought together regulators, platform operators, legal experts and technology providers to discuss the evolving European crowdfunding landscape.

What you will learn in this post:
A gathering of industry leaders
CrowdCon has long served as one of the most influential forums for crowdfunding professionals in Europe. The 2023 edition continued this tradition, featuring thought-provoking discussions on:
- The impact of the EU Crowdfunding Regulation (ECSPR) on platforms across member states
- How technology and compliance frameworks enable innovation in fundraising
- The growing importance of cross-border investments and scalability in the European market
Notable speakers included Michael Huertas from PwC, who provided deep insights on navigating regulatory and supervisory challenges, and Andreas Knopf from Invesdor DACH, who highlighted legal and operational perspectives within the sector.
Contribution and participation
For LenderKit, attending CrowdCon in Milan was about more than networking. It was an opportunity to exchange knowledge, listen to regulatory experts, and align with the latest industry trends shaping the future of crowdfunding.
With the European crowdfunding market entering a new phase under the ECSPR framework, the event highlighted the importance of collaboration between legal, regulatory and technical stakeholders — a space where LenderKit continues to contribute actively.
