FINNO Matches You
FINNO connects start-ups, spin-offs, researchers and SMEs through a range of matchmaking activities organised independently or in cooperation with partner organisations
FINNO Matchmaking Opportunities
Connect with international business partners, researchers, investors and manufacturers through FINNO and the Enterprise Europe Network. Explore practical matchmaking activities designed to support cooperation, investment readiness, research commercialisation and cross-border growth.
Enterprise Europe Network is the largest matching platform in the world that connect SMEs, start-ups, and researchers with international partners in 50+ counties.
Value proposition: find your international partner!
- Matching with international business / research partner
- Make a profile of your competitive product and find matching partner
- Commercial your innovation
- Business / Innovation advisory support
FINNO Pitching Academia is an ONE-MONTH online mentor program that supports early-stage start-ups with their preparation for investors.
Value proposition: prepare yourself before going to investors!
- Investment Readiness assessment with provided EEN2EIC IRS Report that shows strong and week points of the start-up combined with suggestions for improvements
- Preparation of an One pager for potential investors and a Pitch deck
- Mentor support lasting 3 weeks
- Pitching in front of investors with qualitative feedback
- Being promoted via LinkedIn, FINNO platform
Online mentor program structure:
- Online webinar “EXCEL WITH YOUR PITCH DECK – PREPARATION FOR PRE-SEED/SEED INVESTMENTS” + meeting the mentors
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Online 1:1 meeting between mentor and the client
- Duration: 18 days
- Mentorship structure: One pager for investor, pitch deck and Scale Hacker
- Online PRACTICING THE PITCH in front of near investors per start-up
- Duration: 5 min pitch, 5 min Q&A, 5 min feedback from jury
Horizons of Innovation gathers key players from science, business, and support systems in one inspiring space.
Horizons of Innovation Forum is more than just a forum – it’s a space where research meets business, innovation gets real, and future collaborations begin.
Value proposition: visibility of your research!
- Matching with other researchers and businesses
- Real conversations about funding and business
- Opportunities to connect with people who can move your ideas forward
- Inspiring talks that challenge perspectives
- Interactive formats that spark new thinking
SMIC is an interactive platform designed to bring together manufacturing companies across the Western Balkan region.
Value proposition: Expand your reach in neighborhood!
- Connecting with manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers across the region.
- Make your products and services visible to potential partners and customers.
- Engage in matchmaking opportunities to discover potential collaborations and partnerships.
