European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA)

🚦 Green light for the EU–INC! At Davos, Ursula von der Leyen, the President of the European Commission, officially announced the EU-INC. What does it actually do? ▪️One single pan-European legal entity ▪️One central EU-level registry ▪️Single set of rules for the entire EU ▪️Incorporate online in 48 hour Discover more here ➡️ https://www.eu-inc.org/ #EuropeanStartups #Innovation #SMEs EIC - European Innovation Council, Enterprise Europe Network

SMEs, policymakers and innovators across Europe are shaping the future of food. The European Commission’s EU Agri-food Platform supports collaboration and visibility through: ✔ Policy, funding & guidance updates ✔ Actions from Code signatories ✔ Dedicated spaces for cooperation and awards for signatories Join the EU Agri-food Code community and strengthen Europe’s sustainable food system 👉 https://lnkd.in/ebvFNbtA #AgriFoodTransition EU Business

👋 Interested in going digital or greener in tourism? The European Commission is working hard to support tourism SMEs across Europe, helping them become more resilient, innovative, and sustainable. Since 2019, we’ve allocated significant funding to projects that drive digital transformation and more sustainable practices in the sector. Please note that figures are continuously evolving as we keep supporting new initiatives. 👉 Swipe through our carousel to see the impact of our funding so far and discover how your project could benefit next! EU Transport

The #EUInnovationEcosystems call for proposals “European Startup and Scaleup Hubs” offers, with an indicative budget of €20 million: ▪️Enhanced interconnectivity ▪️Expanded venture building ▪️Deep tech emphasis Discover more & apply by 10 March 2026 👇 https://lnkd.in/dPhxdS2S

The European Capitals of Small Retail 2026 Award Ceremony is approaching and will soon bring Europe’s small retail community together in Brussels. The ceremony will spotlight the nine finalist cities across the Visionary, Vibrant and Vanguard categories, with city presentations, exchanges between policymakers and stakeholders, and the announcement of Europe’s first Capitals of Small Retail.  This is an exciting moment to celebrate how European cities support vibrant, resilient and future-ready small retail.    🗓️ 28 January 2026    👉 Register here: https://shorturl.at/qAmYp  or follow the ceremony online via the livestream     #EUCapitalsofSmallRetail #RevitaliseRetail 

How can #I3Instrument projects deliver stronger impact across EU regions? The I3 Instrument Support Facility has published three new policy briefs summarising the outcomes of the 2025 policy discussion groups. 📌 Managing Authorities engagement Identifying barriers and practical solutions to enable Managing Authorities to act as strategic partners in I3 Instrument projects. 📌 Value chain creation under I3 Instrument Exploring how regions, particularly less developed ones, can better integrate into regional, national and European value chains. 📌 Innovation ecosystem management Looking at governance, ecosystem orchestration and stakeholder roles to improve I3 Instrument implementation and support SMEs. The policy briefs are now available here: https://lnkd.in/dZfMyAGA European Committee of the Regions, Interreg, Interreg Europe

🤖 Thelma Anveiler is the CEO and co-founder of Arctech Robotics, a company using robotics to improve sorting rates in waste facilities - turning technology into tangible impact for society. 🌍 Entrepreneurship gave Thelma the freedom to shape her work and focus on solutions that matter. In her interview, she shares how she built a strong team, learned to ask the right questions, and found inspiration in the ecosystem around her. Her advice to aspiring entrepreneurs: Challenge existing solutions, use the knowledge you already have, and stay connected to others who inspire you. She will be sharing more about her experience during the upcoming ‘Making it in ESTEAM’ webinar. Register now: https://lnkd.in/dRMsj2vR Thelma’s interview is part of the Supporting Women Entrepreneurs campaign, showcasing inspiring women in ESTEAM (Entrepreneurship, Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics). 📽️ Watch Thelma’s story below 👇🏻 Supporting Women Entrepreneurs is an initiative of the European Union. #SupportingWomenEntrepreneurs #Robotics #CircularEconomy EU Business

🤖 Building #AI or #software for global markets? #IP risks come with the opportunity. This year’s Stakeholders’ Meeting features the European AI Office (EU Digital & Tech), introducing the #AIActServiceDesk and breaking down compliance in a clear, #SME-friendly way. Different countries, different IP rules — and AI makes it even more complex. This conference will help #SMEs understand #IPprotection, #compliance, and #enforcement in the AI & software landscape. ✔ Practical guidance ✔ Real-world case studies ✔ Direct insights from #EU #AIpolicymakers 🎟 Free registration: https://lnkd.in/eR4s4Ssv China IP SME Helpdesk | Intellectual Property in Africa | South-East Asia IP SME Helpdesk | Latin America IP SME Helpdesk #AIBusiness #SMEGrowth #SoftwareCompanies #AIRegulation #ScaleUp