Practical Support for Business Growth
FINNO is a cooperation platform established by seven Enterprise Europe Network consortia from six neighbouring countries: Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Montenegro and North Macedonia. It supports SMEs, start-ups and scale-ups with tailored advice and mentoring in innovation, digitalisation and sustainability, as well as investor readiness, access to finance, internationalisation and cross-border partnerships.
Through a single point of contact, businesses can connect with advisers, investors, research organisations, technology providers and international partners. Whether you want to commercialise an innovation, modernise your operations, secure funding or enter new markets, FINNO helps you take the next practical step.
How FINNO Can Help Your Business
FINNO Support for SMEs
Strengthen your competitiveness and prepare your business for sustainable growth. FINNO supports SMEs in developing innovative solutions, adopting digital technologies, improving sustainability, accessing finance and expanding into international markets.
Our advisers help you identify priorities, navigate relevant funding opportunities and connect with business, research and technology partners through the wider Enterprise Europe Network.
FINNO Support for Start-ups and Scale-ups
FINNO helps start-ups and scale-ups become investment-ready and prepare for their next stage of growth. Through tailored mentoring, readiness assessments and practical programmes such as FINNO Pitching Academia, companies receive support in developing their business model, preparing a one-pager and pitch deck, and presenting their venture to investors. FINNO also connects participants with experienced mentors, pre-seed and seed investors, funding opportunities, business partners and the wider Enterprise Europe Network.
FINNO Matches You
Connect with business partners, investors, researchers, technology providers and innovation support organisations across borders. FINNO advisers help identify the most relevant contacts based on your business needs, development stage and growth plans. Through targeted matchmaking and the wider Enterprise Europe Network, you can build valuable partnerships and explore new business, technology and investment opportunities.
FINNO Guides You
Turn complex opportunities into practical business steps. Access expert guidance, webinars, mentoring and tailored advisory support for your company’s development. Our advisers help you identify priorities and choose the right path forward. FINNO can help you with investment readiness, access to finance, digital transformation, green transition, internationalisation and innovation management.
How It Works
From Business Challenge to Practical Action
Finding the right business support, funding opportunity or international partner can be complex. FINNO makes the process easier by connecting you with experienced Enterprise Europe Network advisers who understand your business needs and help you identify the most relevant next steps.
Six Countries. Seven Enterprise Europe Network Consortia.
FINNO brings together seven Enterprise Europe Network consortia from six countries, giving SMEs, start-ups and scale-ups access to coordinated cross-border support through one cooperation platform.
By combining local expertise with the wider reach of the Enterprise Europe Network, FINNO connects businesses with advisers, investors, research organisations, technology providers and international partners. This means more knowledge, stronger connections and more opportunities to innovate, grow and expand across borders.
One Connected Network. More Opportunities.
FINNO builds on the strong foundation of the Enterprise Europe Network, which has supported SMEs since 2008. Its community of trusted organisations, experienced advisers and innovation experts shares expertise, good practices and market knowledge across Europe and beyond.
By combining the knowledge, networks and resources of EEN members and partner organisations, FINNO gives SMEs, start-ups and scale-ups access to coordinated support, specialised expertise, European programmes and cross-border business opportunities. This collaborative approach helps companies become more competitive, resilient and internationally connected.
Our Partners. More Opportunities for Your Business.
FINNO collaborates with leading European and international organisations to expand access to expertise, innovation support, finance, technology and cross-border business opportunities.
Through these partnerships, SMEs, start-ups and scale-ups can connect with relevant programmes, initiatives and support networks across Europe and beyond.
