BEFuture Acceleration Programme

About

The BEFuture Acceleration Programme offers funding and support to SMEs and organizations in the business events industry, with a focus on driving innovation in sustainability, inclusivity, and resilience, and providing opportunities for collaboration and growth.

Benefits

• 💰Financial Support
  Up to €30,000 in funding for selected projects
• 🎓Training & Mentorship
  Access to training, expertise, and mentorship
• 🤝Networking Opportunities
  Networking opportunities with professionals from the business events and related sectors
• 🎤Publicity Opportunities
  Visibility on a global stage and recognition for supported solutions
• 📈Scaling & Commercialization
  Opportunities to scale and commercialize innovative solutions.

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to SMEs based in Belgium (Flanders), France, Germany, Italy, Spain (Catalonia), and the Netherlands
• Partnerships of up to four participants, with at least one SME, are allowed
• Funding amounts range from €20,000 to €30,000 based on innovation category
• Projects should focus on sustainability, digitalization, inclusivity, and resilience.

Target Region

Belgium (Flanders), France, Germany, Italy, Spain (Catalonia), and the Netherlands

Target Sector

Business events and related sectors