In collaboration with the University of Nis, DIN-ECO celebrated a landmark event on Friday, 9 June 2023, with their highly anticipated “DIN-ECO Project: From an Innovative Idea to a Startup.”
The event provided a unique platform for aspiring entrepreneurs to delve into the realms of startups, innovation, and technology, leaving attendees inspired and equipped to embark on their entrepreneurial journeys.
The DIN-ECO public event attracted a diverse audience eager to gain valuable insights from experienced professionals and successful startup founders. Attendees were treated to a series of captivating presentations delivered by industry experts who shared their personal journeys, unveiling the transformation of groundbreaking concepts into prosperous ventures. With a focus on alternative pathways leading to successful startups, at attendees were exposed to a wealth of knowledge on available support programs and the pivotal role of various business support mechanisms.
A highlight of the event was the dynamic series of startup project pitches, showcasing the remarkable progress of innovative ventures already supported by DIN-ECO. These pitches exemplified the innovation process in action, allowing attendees to witness firsthand the evolution from a mere idea to a fully-fledged startup. The engaging presentations left the audience inspired and ignited their entrepreneurial spirits.
The resounding success of the DIN-ECO public event has set the stage for a future filled with innovation, collaboration, and entrepreneurial growth.
DIN-ECO remains committed to driving the digital transformation and innovation capacities of HEIs, further strengthening the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Europe.
DIN-ECO in the 2023 IVAP Workshop
On May 31 – June 1, 2023, the Workshop entitled “Innovation Vision Action Plan (IVAP) Workshop 2023” was held with great success and high attendance by the HEI Program of the European Institute for Innovation and Technology (EIT). The event took place in Prague at the emblematic Gabriel Loci building.
The Workshop gathered the members of the projects that have received funding in the first, second and third cycles (cohorts 1, 2 and 3), the executives of the Initiative’s Project Management Team from the 8 Knowledge and Innovation Communities (KICs) of the EIT and other key stakeholders from EIT and DGEAC. The event aimed to bring together all the Initiative’s teams and projects to collaborate and strengthen their Action Plans.
The consortium managing the DIN-ECO project actively participated in the 2023 IVAP Workshop with 3 partners: Ionian University, University of Nis and AB Institute of Entrepreneurship Development.
3rd DIN-ECO Consortium Meeting
On June 8th, 2023, the 3rd meeting of DIN-ECO, an ambitious project aimed at enhancing the digital innovation and transformation capacity of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in an entrepreneurial ecosystem, took place at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, University of Nis, Serbia.
DIN-ECO partners exchanged experiences and ideas and planned the next activities of the project.
The DIN-ECO project aims to drive digital innovation and transformation, fostering a dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem among HEIs. As we progress through the project, the consortium remains committed to achieving its goals, adapting to challenges, and ensuring the success of Phase 2.
Stay tuned for more exciting developments from DIN-ECO!
