The European Network of Research and Innovation Centres and Hubs in Latin America and Caribbean (ENRICH in LAC) is calling LAC entrepreneurs to join the European Entrepreneur Expedition, an immersive expedition to Porto’s innovation ecosystem to technology centres and business hubs. This open call aims to select 5 individuals.
ENRICH in LAC will reimburse necessary transportation, accommodation and sustenance expenses in Porto, Portugal, up to the pre-set cost cap of 2200€ per participant.
Eligibility
Applicants should follow the parameters below:
- The applicant must come from Latin America and Caribbean (i.e., Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Uruguay), and should be involved in the investment, business, research and development ecosystem in LAC.
- The applicant should have knowledge and focus on one or more of the following industries: ICT – Digitalization/Industry 4.0, Renewable energy, Sustainable urbanization, Bioeconomy.
- Members of ENRICH in LAC can apply.
Submission and Timetable of Application
Applications must be submitted through the following Application Form, by 20/11/2023, 17:00 CET
Selected applicants will be informed by 22/11/2023.
European Entrepreneur Expedition Agenda*:
December 4th to 6th, 2023
IRIS: IRIS stands as an investor in social initiatives like few organisations do, moreover it is a relevant organisation to ENRICH in LAC and its network partners and their Social Responsibility projects. There is a major opportunity for NGOs, and for-Profit organisations to connect and nurture a longstanding relationship.
Lionesa Business Hub: Lionesa Business Hub demonstrates the diversity of Porto’s Innovation Ecosystem, and offers ENRICH in LAC and its members an opportunity to delve into the cultural economy.
CEiiA: CEiiA is a household Technology Centre in Porto that provides great connections with multiple sectors and industries. CEiiA already has some partners in LAC already. For instances CEiiA has partnered in EMBRAERs projects previously.
UPTEC: UPTEC is a Technology Centre connected to the University of Porto and its many fields of study and offers Soft-Landing Services to entrepreneurs and organisations looking to settle in Porto.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions with regard to the Open Call: