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Are you an entrepreneur, innovator or startup company in North Macedonia? The EIT Community RIS Hub North Macedonia is here to support your innovation journey by providing access to new funding opportunities, partners and markets for your products or services. We offer a comprehensive suite of resources to help you: Unlock funding: Gain access to a wide range of financial resources specifically designed to support innovation across various industries. Expand your market reach: Participate in EIT programs and initiatives to break into new international markets and reach a wider audience. Stay informed: We keep you updated on all the latest programs and public calls for proposals from the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT). Ready to take your innovation to the next level? Get in touch with the EIT Community RIS Hub North Macedonia today! #EIT #Innovation #NorthMacedonia #Entrepreneurship #Funding #MarketExpansion #PublicCalls #Support

🚀 Exciting News for UK SMEs! 🚀 Innovate UK is pausing their Smart Grants to develop new, tailored funding and support packages for startups and SMEs. 🌟 This is hopefully a fantastic move to boost innovation and economic growth in the UK! As someone passionate about supporting innovative SME's, but seeing the continued frustration of the existing scheme, I believe this pause can make a significant impact. So have your say in helping shape the future of support for innovative SMEs by completing their engagement survey. 📢 #Innovation #SMEs #Funding #EconomicGrowth #UKBusiness #Entrepreneurship

🚀 Welcome to the Rally Society at Zagazig University! 🚀 We are a dedicated community focused on empowering students with innovative ideas and entrepreneurial ambitions. Whether you're just starting or ready to take your project to the next level, we're here to support you every step of the way. What We Stand For: - Creativity: Every great idea begins with a spark. We are here to help you nurture and develop that spark into something impactful. - Collaboration: Success is a team effort. Join us to be part of a community that values and fosters collaboration. - Growth: Our mission is to help you grow, both personally and professionally, through mentorship, resources, and practical experience. Our Vision: We aim to build a thriving ecosystem of innovators at Zagazig University. Our goal is to guide you from the inception of an idea to the launch of a successful startup, preparing you to excel in the Egypt Rally competition. Join Us: If you're ready to make a difference and transform your ideas into reality, the Rally Society is your platform. Together, we can build a future where innovation thrives. 🌟 #RallySociety #ZagazigUniversity #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #StudentLeadership #StartupSuccess

💡 Armenian Entrepreneurs: Unlock EU and Luxembourg Funding for Your Big Ideas! 🇦🇲🇱🇺 Are you ready to bring your innovative projects to life? 🌟 Whether you’re building the next big tech breakthrough, a green energy solution, or a game-changing startup, Luxembourg and EU funding programs offer unparalleled support to make your vision a reality. Our latest video dives into the incredible opportunities available for Armenian entrepreneurs through: ✅ Start-up grants ✅ R&D incentives ✅ Sustainability and green tech subsidies 🌍 Luxembourg is more than just a financial hub—it’s your partner in innovation, connecting you to global investors, EU programs, and resources to take your business to the next level. 🔗 Watch the video here https://lnkd.in/e7SRZadZ and see how Luxembourg can empower your entrepreneurial journey! 💼 Want to explore these funding opportunities? Contact ARMLUX – The Armenian Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce today. We’ll guide you through the programs and connect you with the resources you need to succeed. 📩 DM us or visit our website now! Your future starts here. #FundingOpportunities #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Luxembourg #Armenia #EUFunding #ARMLUX #Startups #Sustainability #BusinessGrowth

­­­Exits is thrilled to announce the collaboration with Entlaq Holding as an Ecosystem Partner on the 2nd edition of the Egyptian Entrepreneurship Sector Diagnostics Report. Be part of this journey by taking part in Entlaq’s sector diagnostics report survey. The report is designed to provide the ecosystem with research-backed data about the ecosystem for startups, policymakers, and investors. Entlaq are, accordingly, collecting qualitative and quantitative data from startups through the below questionnaire. Your input will help shape our ecosystem’s future and offer a much more clear path for growth and innovation across all sectors. Survey Link: https://lnkd.in/dUpsMGgi #Exits #Entlaq #partnership #entrepreneurship #ecosystem #research #mena #startup

Exciting Partnership Announcement🔗 We are thrilled to announce our collaboration with GESR Misr El Kheir to empower the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Egypt.👌🏻 As part of this partnership, BDI will deliver specialized training programs to support entrepreneurs who have already been accepted into the GESR Incubator, helping them grow and excel throughout the incubation period. The programs will also include tailored training for the teams managing and monitoring these incubators. This collaboration is a significant step toward fostering innovation, empowering impactful startups, and equipping the ecosystem with the essential tools and skills for success. 🔔Stay tuned for updates on how this partnership will create transformative opportunities for entrepreneurs and ecosystem leaders. #businessdevelopment #BDI #EquipToThrive

I’m incredibly excited to be part of the ESIL (Early Stage Investing Launchpad) training program! Being surrounded by an inspiring community of professionals dedicated to fostering innovation, collaboration, and growth across Europe is nothing short of transformative. Jenny Tooth OBE Luigi Amati Olga Kozierowska Jacek Blonski Thank you For making that happened ! The ESIL program is all about empowering the next generation of business angels—equipping us with the tools, insights, and networks to make impactful investments and support visionary entrepreneurs. It’s a platform that not only educates but also connects, allowing us to contribute meaningfully to the European startup ecosystem. Supporting early-stage startups is about more than just capital—it’s about building relationships, sharing knowledge, and believing in ideas that can change the world. The ESIL training is a perfect example of how Europe is nurturing this ecosystem to drive innovation and create opportunities across industries. If you're passionate about supporting entrepreneurship, innovation, and growth, I highly recommend exploring opportunities like ESIL. Let’s work together to build a thriving ecosystem of future-focused leaders and groundbreaking ideas. Here’s to making a difference, one investment at a time! 🚀 Looking forward to established new Angel Group in CE. #BusinessAngels #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #ESIL #NextGenerationInvestors #EuropeStartupEcosystem

🚀 Don’t Miss the CALL 2025: How to Prepare Your Proposal 🌟 The much-anticipated CALL 2025 under the Swiss-Polish Cooperation Programme is approaching, offering startups and researchers the opportunity to secure funding for applied research and innovation. 💡 🔑 Key Tips to Prepare Your Proposal: 1️⃣ Build a Strong Consortium: Ensure your team includes at least one company from Poland and one from Switzerland to meet eligibility requirements. 2️⃣ Define Clear Goals: Focus on applied research with civilian applications that demonstrate high innovation potential. 3️⃣ Show Commitment: Companies must contribute at least 10% of the project’s eligible costs—plan your budget accordingly. 4️⃣ Partner Up Early: Use tools like B2Match to connect with potential collaborators and align your vision. 📅 Timeline: Call announcement: Jan 28th 2025 Proposal submission: from March 25th to May 26th, 2025, at 4:00 PM CEST. 💬 Ready to make your mark with CALL 2025? Start building your partnerships and action plan today! 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/d9-2YjDJ #CALL2025 #Innovation #GrantFunding #Research #Startups #ResearchAndInnovation #SwissFunds #InternationalCollaboration #Innovation #FundingOpportunities

The second cohort of the Baltic Impact Accelerator has officially started! Today we held a Kick-off event where participants from Sweden, Estonia, Finland and Latvia gathered for the first time. From Sweden, we are happy to welcome on board Elementric AB, EQinitiative, Greensway Digital AB, Jocky, Johannas Stadsodlingar AB, Oxlantic Medical AB, SoboLAB Analytics & Consulting AB and The Scaling School. Baltic Impact Accelerator is a unique 6-month program tailored to help start-ups and SMEs in the Central Baltic region thrive, with a focus on Profit, Planet, and People. Implemented as part of the Interreg Central Baltic Programme project “Three Aspects Baltic Accelerator” ID CB0100053. The European Union is not responsible for the content of this material. Project partner from Sweden – Sustainability InnoCenter. #KickOffEvent #SME #startup #accelerator #3BL #Interreg #BalticImpactAccelerator #CentralBalticRegion #sustainability #entrepreneurs #BIA2024 #CentralBalticProgramme

[BIG ANGELS DAY EUROPE] Our CEO, Robert Ilijas, participated in the Big Angels Day workshop focused on the topic, "How Business Angels and Other Innovation Actors Can Support European Innovation Council Activities," held in Zagreb on Monday, the 9th. He shared Identyum's experiences during the panel discussion, "Business Angels and Accelerators," highlighting our efforts to secure European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA) grants, which have not been received, and the challenges we faced along the way. He concluded with the remark: "It seems like EIC is money from bureaucrats to university professors, not entrepreneurs." What’s been your experience with EIC grants? #identyum #startup #funding #grants #EIC #entrepreneurship