Discover the RinnoValleys project, uniting representatives from Catalonia, Greece, Malta, Hungary, Brussels, and innovative Ireland to access the European Innovation Council. Together, we address regional challenges through collaboration, fostering creativity and networking. Engage in dynamic panel discussions and interactive sessions driving progress and innovation. Don't miss the interactive session named "Designing the Perfect Startup Innovation Programme".
- Local and regional | National | EU/ European | Industry, entrepreneurship and SMEs (enterprise/ startup/ business) | Research and Innovation
- Code: 08WS241518
- Albert Borschette Conference Centre, AB-4B
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- When
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Tue 08/10/2024, 16:30 - 17:30 CET
- Where
- Albert Borschette Conference Centre, AB-4B
- Type of partnership
- Partnership
- Format
- Workshop/ panel debate
- Theme
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Smart and sustainable growth for regions
- Language
- English

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Session summary
The "Breaking Boundaries – Tackling Regional Challenges Through Transnational Innovation" event, held on October 8, 2024, at the Albert Borschette Conference Centre, brought together representatives from Catalonia, Greece, Malta, Hungary, Brussels, and Ireland. It emphasized the importance of collaboration in addressing regional challenges and fostering creativity through transnational innovation networks.
Key discussions revolved around the RinnoValleys project, a cross-regional initiative connecting partners to improve access to the European Innovation Council (EIC). Mr. Michiel Scheffer, President of the EIC, praised the project’s efforts, stressing the value of cooperative innovation for a stronger Europe.
The event featured a distinguished panel including Panagiotis Alex Sevdalis, Michiel Scheffer, Ana Coelho, Kevin Flynn, Petra Moreno, and Chiara Frencia. They shared insights on enhancing innovation ecosystems, highlighting the important role of regional cooperation in addressing shared challenges.
This dynamic event successfully fostered discussions, encouraged networking, and highlighted the importance of joint efforts for sustainable innovation across regions.