An invite-only retreat for
talent leaders in venture capital

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What is
TalentPool?

A boutique, invite-only retreat for the people shaping talent strategy inside Europe's leading venture capital firms.Not a crowded conference — an intimate gathering of VC Talent Partners who hire leadership teams, scale talent functions, and navigate the European talent market.
2 Days
On Croatia's
Adriatic Coast
Invite-Only
CURATED GUEST LIST
High-Trust
PEER LEARNING FOCUS

Who is attending

TalentPool brings together the people leading talent strategy at Europe's top VC firms.
You're building leadership teams, coaching founders on hiring, and quietly shaping some of Europe's fastest-growing companies. This is your chance to come up for air.

Why attend TalentPool?

1
Walk away with people, not business cards.
The relationships you build here are the ones you'll actually keep.
2
Finally, a room full of people who get it.
Spend three days with peers who do exactly what you do — no explaining your role, no small talk.
3
Small group, real conversations.
This isn't a conference. It's 25 people, honest discussions, and space to actually connect.
4
Sessions worth showing up for.
Expert-led workshops and roundtables built around the real challenges you're facing — not recycled keynotes.
5
Two days in Šibenik, Croatia.
Step away from your inbox and into something that actually recharges you.
6
No sales pitches, no expo halls.
Just the kind of conversations that only happen when the room is right.

Agenda at a glance

Subject to change — this is a working program.
DAY 0
DAY 1
DAY 2
May 25th
  • Afternoon - Mediterranean bites & great conversations
    Speakers and attendees are invited to kick off TalentPool Retreat with a seaside networking evening featuring local cuisine and drinks. Meet fellow peers, swap stories, and settle into a laid-back coastal vibe.
May 26th
  • Morning schedule
    Tactical workshops & keynotes
  • Lunch & coffee breaks
    Held in Hotel Ivan, Amadria Park
  • Afternoon schedule
    Tactical workshops & keynotes
  • Dinner in the Dalmatian Ethno Village
    An authentic taste of the Dalmatian coast — traditional dishes, local hospitality, and a setting that feels like stepping into another time.
May 27th
  • Morning schedule
    Tactical workshops & keynotes
  • Lunch & coffee breaks
    Held in Hotel Ivan, Amadria Park
  • Afternoon schedule
    Tactical workshops & keynotes
  • WINE TASTING AT TESTAMENT WINERY (ŠIBENIK)
    Unwind with fellow peers and discover standout local wines surrounded by rolling vineyards on the Dalmatian coast.
  • Dinner in Old Town Šibenik
    Discover amazing mediterranean architecture and enjoy a curated seaside dinner to wrap up the retreat.

Speakers

Speaker
Company
@
Company

The Venue

A picturesque beach resort nestled in the Šibenik riviera, with restaurants, beach clubs, private bars, a conference area, and more.

We’ll gather at Hotel Ivan in Amadria Park, a premium resort in Šibenik. Expect bright rooms, great coffee, and a premium experience.
TalentPool conference area
TalentPool Hotel swimming pool are
TalentPool Venue square
TalentPool Hotel Ivan Šibenik
TalentPool Venue frontal view
TalentPool Venue aerial view

What is included

Meet us in Šibenik, we'll handle the rest
Accommodation Covered
Accommodation Covered

Hosted at Amadria Park Hotel Ivan****, Šibenik.

Full Event Access
Full Event Access

2 days of sessions, dinners, winery visits and curated experiences — all included.

Exclusive Side Events
Exclusive Side Events

Invite to curated side events: Wine tasting, and Šibenik Old Town visit and dining.

Curated Introductions
Curated Introductions

We personally connect you with the attendees most relevant to your work — no cold networking.

Getting there

Split is the nearest airport, just a 45-minute taxi or ride-share journey from the venue.



Private taxis to and from the airport can be booked through Hotel Ivan team by emailing: transfers.excursions@amadriapark.com

FAQ

Who can attend?

People leading talent strategy at Europe's top VC firms

What does invitation include?

Full access to the conference, a 4-star hotel stay, all meals, curated networking, and hosted side events including a local wine tour.

How much does it cost?

This event is invite-only. Hotel stay & all event costs are provided by Captivate Talent.

Is the event recorded?

To keep conversations candid, most sessions are off-the-record and not recorded.

How far is my accommodation from the conference?

Just a few minutes on foot. Everything is located within the same Amadria Park Šibenik resort, so you can easily walk between the hotel, sessions, meals and side events (meeting points are inside the resort).