The ICT Cluster is thrilled to announce its participation in the Call4Ideas - Partnerships for Horizon Europe initiative once again! Join us for the 6th edition of our online event, "Partnerships for Horizon Europe," which will shine a spotlight on smart cities topics.

If you're:

• Interested in Horizon Europe calls related to smart cities and communities,
• Building a consortium to present a proposal,
• Searching for partners to collaborate with,

REGISTER NOW: https://lnkd.in/eZ-SzCaH

Goals and Benefits for Participants:

✅ Create contacts and partnerships aimed at presenting proposals to the Horizon Europe calls.

✅ Receive information about trends, facts, R&D&I interests related to smart cities and communities.

✅ Publish and showcase your project ideas, competences, and expertise to all participants.

✅ Initiate and arrange promising pre-scheduled 1:1 meetings at the event.

✅ Generate and meet new contacts in a time and cost-efficient way, with common interests.

Dates: 📌 20th June - Presentation of keynote speakers, project ideas, and company competences. 📌 21st June - Panel of Municipalities and presentation of project ideas and company competences. 📌 June 20th – July 5th - Online brokerage event (1:1 meetings)

⌛ Deadline: 15/05/24

Be a Speaker! 📣 Register by 22nd May and stand a chance to be selected as one of the speakers. You'll have the opportunity to present your ideas and competences during one of the morning sessions.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect, collaborate, and contribute to the advancement of smart cities and communities through Horizon Europe!

On the 28^th and 29^th of March 2024, was held this year's edition of ICT Cluster’s SCALE UP event – SCALE UP WEB.
Read more and use the link for the video recording and presentation of the event.

📌 The Open Call is open from 15th March 2024 until Thursday 16 May 2024 , 17:00 CEST !

Suppose you are a Small or Medium Enterprise (SME) and start up working on Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Blockchain (BC) technologies , from the digital ,manufacturing, mobility, logistics or energy industrial ecosystem.

✅ In that case ,this Open Call is perfect f or you !

The Mission is aims to provide insights and tools regarding new business models from data and to develop potential collaborations and cooperation opportunities with different stakeholders in the AI and BC fields from the United States .Be ready to take your business and make valuable connections in the AI and BC fields.

📲 Ready to join the movement, visit the link : https://piemonteinnova.it/bandi/aibc-international-mission-austin/?lang=en&fbclid=IwAR0v5rsK688ZqyvXpuA3vzAwIM7rv3iKNWTPq2mPyy8q9FOIbNF467A7LFk_aem_AULohhT4FOJQNRyQIDyxBslvGWytgEgjBPU8mtR4LxhC3WumFzcYEZHKvIucBtdYBijWQwtTkjKJu3eW1s5zlNpM

𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗹𝗹 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱-𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗠𝗘𝘀!
Is your business on the lookout for opportunities to enhance your team's knowledge on crucial green topics such as energy efficiency, circular economy or environmental compliance? Are you eager to create a sustainability roadmap that will guide your journey towards a more sustainable future? Or perhaps your SME is set to undertake a comprehensive life cycle analysis to check its environmental footprint?
𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗶𝘁𝘀!
Dive into our latest call for applications and discover a network of experts ready to guide your company through its green transition or bring your own green expert that will support your company on your way. Receive €3600 to fund your SME's sustainability consultancy with one of our green experts. Apply now! And present one of your initiatives or projects related to ESG - choose your favourite green expert from our catalogue or bring your own one. Discover which are the rules and services that can be covered in our dedicated website: https://lnkd.in/dyEvPBsU
𝗔𝗰𝘁 𝗦𝘄𝗶𝗳𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗮𝘅𝗶𝗺𝘂𝗺 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁
It is a "first in, first served" approach which means that you should not wait until the last minute as we will cover 25 project under this mechanism designed to elevate your sustainability initiatives. Don't let this opportunity slip through your fingers. The last day for applications is the 30th of April. Ensure your company is positioned to benefit from this unique offer.
🔗 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗡𝗼𝘄 & 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 🔗
Check the link attached to find more information on how to embark on this transformative journey and how to apply for our open call.

The application deadline is March 15 , 2024 !

We are pleased to present to your attention the story of the successful exchange of the budding entrepreneur Bogomil Neikov and the host entrepreneur Hans Dan.

The exchange was carried out under the "Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs " program, which provided an opportunity for the two participants to embark on a transformative journey that would help them create new contacts ,exchange ideas and experience and create opportunities for new future collaborations.

Bogomil Neikov is a budding entrepreneur in the field interior design , and a Hans Dan is an established specialist and expert in the field. The common passion for interior design met the two entrepreneurs in the month of May 2023.The novice entrepreneur is motivated to improve his skills , develop an entrepreneur is willing to share his knowledge and experience .

The main goals that the budding entrepreneur is focused on during the exchange are : 

- Expanding knowledge in computer skills ,3D modeling ,budgeting and communications skills.

- Turning your design sketches into real paintings 

- Collaborations with various professionals - from architects and engineers to clients.

- Market trend research 

- Creating a successful interior design company

For the host entrepreneur ,the desired outcomes are:

- Improving your mentoring skills 

- Support for the novice entrepreneur in gaining practical experience 

- Acquaintance with the least software programs and effective methods of attracting customers that will contribute to the development of his own business.

 During their participation in the Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs program , the budding entrepreneur and the host entrepreneur participated in the various activities to promote professional development. 

They built a "mentor-mentee " relationship , working closely together to develop the budding entrepreneur's skills in interior design and entrepreneurship.

During the 6 month exchange ,the NP actively participated in client meetings helping him gain insight into preferences ,interior styles and color schemes .Conducting consultations on the selection of materials ,furnishings and decor contributes to the development of  the novice entrepreneur's practical experience and understanding of the initial requirements of the project.

Improving the computer skills of the budding entrepreneur has been achieved through working with design software and 3D modeling tools .

The host entrepreneur also hones skills in document management ,scheduling ,project risk identifications and budgeting .

The professional relationship built by the two entrepreneurs is the reason why the exchange of experience was successful .

Hans Dann provided mentoring and Bogomil Neikov actively participated in real design projects. The collaborations gave Bogomil the opportunity to gain practical experience and knowledge in the field of interior design and to develop his creative eye for detail. Hans honed his mentoring skills and expanded his industry network .

The joint work between Bogomil Neikov and Hans Dann is a prerequisite for future cooperation.

💬 "...This experience provided me with the skills and knowledge I needed to develop as an entrepreneur in the world of interior design.. - Bogomil Neikov"

💬 "... Seeing the growth and development of the budding entrepreneur first- hand knowing , that I played part in it ,was really satisfying .. " - Hans Dan

 🗓️ 29 November  ⏰14:00-15:15 CET

Изразяваме категоричната си позиция против въвеждането на автоматична формула за ежегодно увеличение на максималния осигурителен праг (МОД). 

One of the approved projects is of a Bulgarian company - AIWeeder (AI for smart weeding support for farmers).

Grab your ticket now! 

19.09 and 20.09 - in Bucharest, Romania and online

AIBC EUROCLUSTERS is launching four exciting open calls! 

Local Robot Days - impressive technologies and informative presentations

Robotics, Digital Twins and Funding opportunities