At StrictlyVC Athens 2026, journalist Ilyana Magra hosts a candid discussion about validating ideas before development. The session features founders Victoria Toli, Co-Founder and President of Finney, and Johannes Galatsanos, Co-Founder and CEO of Diffraqtion. They share their experiences navigating the challenging journey from concept to product adoption, highlighting the importance of understanding market needs early on. Through their stories, they reveal the pitfalls of ideas that didn’t pan out and the necessity of refining features based on real feedback.
The conversation also delves into practical frameworks that supported their successes, emphasizing the value of experimentation and learning from setbacks. This session provides valuable insights for entrepreneurs seeking to determine whether their ideas have genuine potential and how to effectively move forward by focusing on what truly resonates with users.