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What does a hydrogen retrofit company in Spain have in common with a deeptech health startup in Portugal? At first glance, not much. Yet EVARM and PONS both turned ambitious ideas into impact thanks to the combined support of the Enterprise Europe Network and the European Institute of Innovation and Technology.
Their stories reveal five key lessons for startups everywhere: from leveraging networks early and securing funding with mentorship, to building cross-border partnerships, keeping users at the centre, and staying resilient.
Start-ups need funding, mentorship, and networks to scale. Big companies are looking for fresh ideas, disruptive tech, and faster ways to stay ahead. When they join forces, both sides win. Keep reading for 6 easy steps to make this partnership a success.
Peer learning can help you make better decisions, expand your network, and seize new opportunities as an entrepreneur. Check out our 5 tips to make the most of it and see how the Enterprise Europe Network has helped dozens of businesses grow together over the years.
Krill Design, a start-up in Milan, turns food waste into 3D printed, stylish homeware. Discover their inspiring journey and get 5 insider tips on how to incorporate eco-design into your business.
Taking your business international comes with its share of challenges but also exciting opportunities. Entering new markets can lead to increased sales, access to diverse talent, and a competitive edge in untapped regions. So, how do you begin? Here are 5 key tips to help you approach international expansion with confidence and clarity.
As clean beauty is reshaping the cosmetics landscape, Four Starlings – a family-owned soap-making business in Poland – is gaining international recognition. We spoke with Grzegorz Sienkiewicz, Managing Director of Four Starlings, and Anna Wrzesińska, Chief Specialist for International Cooperation at Podlaska Regional Development Foundation and Business Adviser at the Polish branch of Enterprise Europe Network, to find out how the Network helped turn this small company into a global success story.
How does Enterprise Europe Network support innovative small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the tech sector? Our Network business advisers and three companies benefiting from their expert advice look back on their successful collaboration.
As the world’s third largest economy, Japan is an attractive business hub for European companies. How can small and medium-sized enterprises navigate the Japanese business culture with more confidence? And how can the Enterprise Europe Network and the EU-Japan Centre help your company get started?
