Spanish presidency innovators summit

This action aims to support the organisation of a conference on innovation by the Spanish government during the Spanish Presidency of the Council (July-December 2023). The frame of this high-level event will focus on the contribution of innovative start-ups and SMEs in transferring knowledge and raising awareness of the achievements of the New European Innovation Agenda.

It will be a high-level event with one institutional Conference gathering the public and private representatives in the national, European and international innovation landscape. The session may incorporate political messages and attract examples of global partners that have helped ensure a sustained investment in core capabilities to connect science and business. Additionally, it is expected to have a match-making session for start-ups and funders. Thus the conference may also become a space to present companies' innovations and allow exchanges with investment funds or large incorporations.

Expected outcomes and impacts

• Increase exchanges and awareness among European and national policymakers, start-ups and SMES, and representatives from the innovation and business communities.
• Raise awareness of the achievements of the New European Innovation Agenda at national and European level.