Internationalisation – the Strategic Way

4TH CLUSTER MATCHMAKING CONFERENCE
Internationalisation
– the Strategic Way
WARSAW, SEPTEMBER 19-20 2016
Europe’s premier meeting event for clusters returns. Last
year’s conference in Copenhagen attracted more than
150 clusters from 32 countries resulting in 544 clusterto-cluster matchmaking meetings. The last two years
the event has been sold out. The 4th edition will be just as
exciting.
What to expect
Excellent matchmaking opportunities with Europe’s
leading cluster organisations; Lots of networking
opportunities; a thrilling interactive programme and a
vibrant atmosphere.
Who can participate
Cluster mangers and key cluster staff from clusters with
at least a bronze label according to the European Cluster
Excellence Initiative (ECEI).
Who can you meet
Cluster managers from all of Europe. The event is
for cluster managers and key staff. 150 clusters are
expected to participate. The aim of the conference is
to create a space where cluster managers can meet,
network and build common projects.
Two rounds of cluster-to-cluster matchmaking
Pre-planned and pre-booked meetings between the
participants. You can book (or be booked for) up to
seven meetings with clusters of your own choice. The
matchmaking is powered by Enterprise Europe Network.
A unique venue
Matchmaking, networking and knowledge sharing require
the right surroundings. We have found that in the heart
of Warsaw. The mansion Endorfina Foksal was built in
1875 and has successfully been turned into a top-modern
spacious conference venue.
Location
Endorfina Foksal, Konstanty Zamoyski Palace //
ul. Foksal 2 // 00-366 Warsaw
What to do
Register at www.b2match.eu/cluster-matchmaking-2016
EXCITING SPEAKERS
We have hand-picked the best speakers:
Werner Pamminger, CEO at Clusterland Upper Austria: Werner will present insights into the international
journey of Clusterland, one of Europe’s leading cluster organisations. For a number of years he was cluster
manager at Clusterland - Plastics Cluster so he has in-depth and hands-on knowledge of international
activities.
Emily Wise, Lund University: Over the last four years many Innovation Express projects have been launched
within the Baltic Sea Region. Emily has followed and evaluated these projects and will share the key learnings
Jacob Mogensen, Cluster Manager of the Danish Innovation Network for BioMass (INBIOM): INBIOM has
great international results both within Europe and beyond. Jacob will showcase their successful work on
bridging the gap between the Danish and Chinese biomass industry and reveal the true story behind the
success.
Simon Poulsen, Coordinator Enterprise Europe Network: With more than 150 funded EU-projects Simon is
one Europe’s leading fundraising experts. Many of the projects involve clusters. He will share his best tips and
tricks on EU-funding while facilitating our International Project Labs.
– and many more!
For further information, please contact
Kaspar Nielsen
Cluster Excellence Denmark
n o m a t t e r. d k
kan@clusterexcellencedenmark.dk
+45 50 94 93 33
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