TheSumMeet

🎬 Meet Jean Ly: Master Connector & Showrunner Extraordinaire 🎬 When chaos calls, Jean answers. 💥 From organizing the madness of a #24hourstartup to rebranding, re-marketing, and fundraising all in a WEEK, Jean proved that with the right vision, nothing is impossible. “When is this happening? Can non-tech people join?” That question didn’t just lead to her joining, it made her a core part of the team, shaping the messaging, branding, and outreach strategies that brought The SumMeet to life. Being part of the team who rewrote the narrative after a full rebrand (in just 24 hours), created buzz around a platform that turns questions into purposeful connections, and managed messaging, tackled trademark issues, and pushed our story to press, securing a $1MM investment, is just part of her contributions! ⭕ Urgency drives focus. ⭕ Trust builds quickly. ⭕ Constraints inspire creativity. Thanks Jean, your ability to connect the dots, inspire action, and turn challenges into opportunities is what makes this movement possible. 🚀 #TheSumMeet #24HourStartup #CommunityFirst #Innovation #BoldConnections #RealNetworking #PurposeDrivenNetworking

🎨 Meet Samvel Atayan: Speed Designer & Creative Alchemist 🎨 When it comes to design, Samvel doesn’t just create, he transforms. As one of the driving forces behind The SumMeet, he took a blank webpage with a bit of text and turned it into a living, breathing platform in record time. No styles, no logo, no specs? No problem! Samvel’s journey with The SumMeet started with a decision: to lean into curiosity, trust a stranger’s vision, and see what could happen. Within hours, his designs gave the platform its first soul. And when challenges hit—like a full rebrand in less than a day—he didn’t flinch. He delivered. But what stands out most isn’t just his talent; it’s his perspective: 💡 “This wasn’t just about a product. It was about the people, the mission, the energy. We didn’t want to stop, and we couldn’t stop. We were on adrenaline, working together as if we’d known each other for years.” From late-night brainstorming fueled by sheer passion to media interviews and a $1M investment, Samvel was part of every step of this journey. His story is a testament to what happens when creativity meets courage, and when strangers come together with a shared purpose. Samvel, your vision, resilience, and heart have shaped The SumMeet in ways we’ll never forget. Here’s to building meaningful connections and proving that the impossible is just another challenge waiting to be solved. 🚀 #TheSumMeet #24HourStartup #DesignWithPurpose #CommunityDriven #CreativeLeadership #InnovationWithSoul #BoldIdeas #RealConnections

💻 Meet Luis Roquette Valdez: The Core Developer, Code Wizard, and Platform Architect 💻 Luis wasn’t just part of The SumMeet team, he was its heartbeat! The “single point of failure,” as we call him, because without his relentless dedication, none of this would have been possible. From coding the first version in just hours to rebranding on the fly after a major setback, Luis turned challenges into milestones with sheer grit and brilliance. It all started with a simple LinkedIn click. A post. A message. And within minutes, Luis was driving to Lisbon, ready to meet a stranger with a big idea and an even bigger deadline. By 10:33 PM that night, the platform’s first version was live; raw, functional, and bursting with potential. Luis was not just a member of The SumMeet; he is the backbone of a movement, fueled by passion, community, and a shared mission to make real connections possible. Here’s to the magic that happens when bold ideas meet unstoppable people. Luis, you’re a total champion. 🏆💡 #TheSumMeet #24HourStartup #CodeWizard #CommunityFirst #RealConnections #InnovationWithSoul #BoldIdeas

🚗 Pitch Night: A Story of Trust, Vision, and the Power of Community 🚗 Friday night was game time. We were gearing up to pitch The SumMeet: our bold, unconventional startup born in #24hours. But here’s the twist: two hours before the pitch, Bruno had already backed us up. Bruno saw what we saw. A world that’s tired of shallow connections and broken social media platforms. A world craving something deeper. A world where community comes first. It takes visionaries like Bruno to trust in an idea before it becomes a proven success. To believe in people, purpose, and the power of connection. And that’s what The SumMeet is all about: ✅ Fixing what’s broken. Social media today is noisy, impersonal, and overwhelming. We want to change that. ✅ Putting people over algorithms. We believe in creating platforms where real connections drive meaningful action. ✅ Prioritizing community. Because success isn’t just about individuals—it’s about the teams, networks, and communities that support them. As Stuart said while in the car (yes, we keep the wheels turning literally and figuratively!): “This is bigger than us. It’s about solving problems, fixing systems, and building something with a soul.” Thank you, Bruno, for believing in us before anyone else did!! It’s not just the funding—it’s the trust, the alignment, and the shared mission to put community first. This is what makes movements possible. To everyone else reading this: The SumMeet isn’t just a startup. It’s a solution. It’s a step toward a better way to connect, collaborate, and grow. 🚀 #TheSumMeet #CommunityFirst #BoldVision #FixingSocialMedia #PurposeDriven #RealConnections #24HourStartup #InnovationWithSoul #TrustInAction

🔥 WE DID IT. 🔥 Let me break this down for you. A week ago, The SumMeet was an idea—a crazy, impossible idea. A #24hourstartup. Build it, launch it, brand it... all in ONE DAY. Everyone said, “You can’t do that.” And guess what? We did. But here’s the kicker: this wasn’t about us. This was about something bigger. It was about COMMUNITY. ⚡ While the world keeps talking about “individual success,” we went the other way. We said, let’s build something TOGETHER. And because of that, something incredible happened. The right people showed up, the right questions were asked, and the impossible became reality. And then, the question that nobody wanted to ask: "Can we get 1 MILLION EUROS in funding?" Most people wouldn’t dare. They’d play it small, wait for “perfect timing,” and hope for the best. But we knew the truth: If you don’t ask, you don’t get. 💥 And we got it. 💥 Bruno, the investor who believes in community-first, stepped up and said, "I believe in you. I believe in this mission. Here’s 1 million euros. Let’s make this happen." Listen... The world doesn’t need another product, another app, another startup that’s all about “me, me, me.” What the world needs is COMMUNITY. That’s what The SumMeet is about: ☑ Real connections. ☑ Real conversations. ☑ Real solutions to real problems. If we can do this in 24 hours, imagine what we can do next. This is just the beginning. The SumMeet isn’t just a startup—it’s a movement. And we’re here to change the game. 🚀 #TheSumMeet #CommunityFirst #FundingSuccess #BoldMoves #Collaboration #WebSummit2024 #24HourStartup #Teamwork #RealConnections #Innovation #MakingHistory Stuart Cerne Luis Roquette Valdez Jennie Holmes Francesca Giacomelli Michelangelo Guarise Luis Caixado Eric Meylan Emiliano Manuel Sara Timóteo Mabel Orbea Joy Muttai Jean Ly Daniel Ribeiro da Silva Christiaan O Samvel Atayan Rita Vargas

🌟 The Power of Connection, The Courage to Share 🌟 One of our incredible team members recently shared a deeply personal story about how The SumMeet made a difference for him. Attending a conference with 70,000 people can feel overwhelming—especially for someone navigating social anxiety. But through our platform, he was able to ask questions and connect with the right people without exposing himself, finding the answers he needed in a way that felt safe and supportive. This is exactly why The SumMeet was created: ✔ To make connections accessible for everyone. ✔ To foster a space where people feel empowered to ask for help. ✔ To create meaningful interactions that break through the noise of massive events. We want to thank Luca Cappello, not only for your boldness and courage in sharing your story, but also for their incredible contribution to making The SumMeet a reality! You inspire us, and your experience reminds us why this mission matters 🙏 This is the power of connection. This is The SumMeet. 💡✨ #TheSumMeet #ConnectingWithPurpose #CommunityPower #SocialAnxiety #Courage #Boldness #24HourStartup #PurposeDriven #Innovation

💪 Meet Sara Timóteo: A Fighter, a Warrior, an Inspiration 💪 In every great story, there are people who redefine what it means to be brave. For The SumMeet, Sara is one of those people. Sara joined this crazy adventure, our hashtag #24hourstartup, with a heart full of determination and a spirit that inspires us all. While we worked long hours to bring this platform to life, Sara showed us what true strength looks like. She’s been undergoing simultaneous cancer treatments, yet that didn’t stop her. Sometimes she’d step away just for her treatment and come right back, ready to contribute. She told us that being part of this project gave her something she hadn’t felt in a long time: a sense of belonging and the joy of life. Sara is a fighter, a warrior—and it takes one to truly see one. She’s one of those “strangers” who came together to build a platform that helps other strangers connect meaningfully at WebSummit. Sara, your story reminds us why The SumMeet exists: to create real connections, to support each other, and to celebrate the power of community. Thank you for your strength, your inspiration, and your belief in this mission. You’re an integral part of this journey, and we are honored to have you with us. 🌟 Francesca Giacomelli Mabel Orbea Luis Caixado Stuart Cerne Luis Caixado Eric Meylan Luca Cappello #TheSumMeet #WebSummit2025 #ConnectingWithPurpose #CommunityPower #Inspiration

💡 What Happened to The SumMeet? 💡 An idea? A team? A startup? It all began as a bold experiment—a group of strangers armed with a framework, radical collaboration, and a shared mission. Together, we built something extraordinary in just a week: a platform with a soul, created to foster real connections through powerful questions and true alignment. 🌟 And then came the moment of truth. A pitch. A chance to take this #24hourstartup from an intense week of volunteer-driven magic to something that could truly last. No funding. No guarantees. Just a mission. 📢 And we asked for 1 MILLION EUROS. Was it too bold? Too audacious? Maybe. But when you believe in what you’ve built, you ask the right question, even if it’s a bold one. Asking for 1 million wasn’t just about money—it was about believing in the power of connection, in the product we created, and in the future it could have. 👉 This is the moment to back The SumMeet. Whether you’re an investor, a dreamer, or someone who believes in connecting with purpose—this is your call to join the journey. Sometimes, boldness is exactly what it takes to make a difference. 💡💪 Stuart Cerne Francesca Giacomelli Mabel Orbea Joy Muttai Jean Ly Luis Roquette Valdez Luis Caixado Lucy Wanyee Trevor Longino Christiaan O Cátia Pinheiro Manso Samvel Atayan Daniel Ribeiro da Silva Sara Timóteo Rita Vargas Michelangelo Guarise Eric Meylan Jennie Holmes Emiliano Manuel #TheSumMeet #24HourStartup #ConnectingWithPurpose #BoldnessMatters #Innovation #StartupFunding #PurposeDriven #CommunityPower #WebSummit2024

In a world filled with uncertainties, the only way forward is to embrace the challenge and take that leap. Francesca Giacomelli, thank you for being part of our journey and for the ongoing support and leverage that have helped make The SumMeet a reality. 💡 And thank you to all the team that has made this possible! Luis Roquette Valdez Luis Caixado Trevor Longino Joy Muttai Cátia Pinheiro Manso Mabel Orbea Jean Ly Stuart Cerne Samvel Atayan Eric Meylan Luca Cappello and many more!!! Like every hero’s journey, this #24hourstartup began with a call to adventure—bringing strangers together with a shared mission to create something extraordinary. What makes this story unique is its decentralization: no single hero, no central figure, just a community united by purpose. This is the power of collaboration—where every voice matters and every effort contributes to the greater mission. Together, we’re redefining what’s possible. 🌍 #TheSumMeet #HeroesJourney #CommunityDriven #Decentralization #Collaboration #PurposefulConnections #24HourStartup #WebSummit2024 #Innovation

We built this together, but now it’s time to ensure the purpose, the platform, and the team not only survive but thrive. It’s time to pitch to investors and secure the future of The SumMeet—a social media platform with a conscience. 🌍 This isn’t just about funding; it’s about safeguarding the WHY behind The SumMeet. It’s about creating a space where connections have meaning, where people find support, answers, and shared purpose. It’s about making sure this game-changer remains a beacon for purposeful networking and collaboration. We believe in a world where social media can empower humanity, and now, we need the resources to keep this mission alive. Let’s show the world what’s possible when passion meets purpose. 🚀 #TheSumMeet #StartWithWhy #PurposefulConnections #SocialMediaForGood #CommunityDriven #Innovation #GameChanger #24HourStartup #WebSummit2024