Update on the Food-scalEUp project
- 11 Sept 2024
As Synergy Days approaches, it is time to do a retrospective on what has been done within the food-scalEUp project. To do so, we will present each part of the project and its outcomes, starting with Analysing regional acceleration ecosystems!
Gaining insight in Acceleration Services through Collaborative Peer-to-Peer Sessions
In our Food-scalEUp project, we are committed to developing more tailored and effective acceleration services. Our focus has been on better access to finance, talent, and valuable partnerships. Through a series of peer-to-peer sessions, we’ve created a dynamic environment for cross-sector collaboration and knowledge exchange among key stakeholders. Here’s a glimpse of what we’ve achieved:
1️⃣ Engagement of Diverse Peer Groups:
The sessions brought together four peer groups: Promotors (funding bodies), Managers (acceleration program leads), Accelerator Service Users (startups/scale-ups), and Industry Partners. These groups together have the potential to move and shape the future of acceleration services.
2️⃣ Kick-Off Workshops:
To build trust and an open environment, we initiated the project with a series of online workshops, gathering representatives from various regions across Europe. These workshops fostered initial discussions and provided a platform for each participant to share their experiences, current challenges, and intentions. This exchange was crucial in laying the foundation for a more connected and informed acceleration ecosystem.
3️⃣ Cross-Sector Knowledge Exchange:
Through breakout sessions and world café-style discussions, participants from different sectors collaborated on designing ideal funding concepts, acceleration support strategies, and more. This hands-on approach allowed for the co-creation of innovative solutions tailored to the specific needs of startups and scale-ups.
4️⃣ Continuous Conversations, Learning and Development:
We facilitated continuous knowledge sharing between regions and stakeholders. These sessions have led to valuable insights on operational perspectives, effectiveness of funding and KPIs, and the necessity for personalized services that better align with the needs of businesses at various stages of maturity.
Looking Ahead:
The outcomes from these peer-to-peer sessions helped to shape the next steps of our project, including the implementation of new and improved services at the regional level.
We are excited about the progress we've made so far and look forward to further collaborations that will drive innovation in the food tech sector across Europe.
In our Food-scalEUp project, we are committed to developing more tailored and effective acceleration services. Our focus has been on better access to finance, talent, and valuable partnerships. Through a series of peer-to-peer sessions, we’ve created a dynamic environment for cross-sector collaboration and knowledge exchange among key stakeholders. Here’s a glimpse of what we’ve achieved:
1️⃣ Engagement of Diverse Peer Groups:
The sessions brought together four peer groups: Promotors (funding bodies), Managers (acceleration program leads), Accelerator Service Users (startups/scale-ups), and Industry Partners. These groups together have the potential to move and shape the future of acceleration services.
2️⃣ Kick-Off Workshops:
To build trust and an open environment, we initiated the project with a series of online workshops, gathering representatives from various regions across Europe. These workshops fostered initial discussions and provided a platform for each participant to share their experiences, current challenges, and intentions. This exchange was crucial in laying the foundation for a more connected and informed acceleration ecosystem.
3️⃣ Cross-Sector Knowledge Exchange:
Through breakout sessions and world café-style discussions, participants from different sectors collaborated on designing ideal funding concepts, acceleration support strategies, and more. This hands-on approach allowed for the co-creation of innovative solutions tailored to the specific needs of startups and scale-ups.
4️⃣ Continuous Conversations, Learning and Development:
We facilitated continuous knowledge sharing between regions and stakeholders. These sessions have led to valuable insights on operational perspectives, effectiveness of funding and KPIs, and the necessity for personalized services that better align with the needs of businesses at various stages of maturity.
Looking Ahead:
The outcomes from these peer-to-peer sessions helped to shape the next steps of our project, including the implementation of new and improved services at the regional level.
We are excited about the progress we've made so far and look forward to further collaborations that will drive innovation in the food tech sector across Europe.
