ThrivingGlobal Program Supports Greek Businesses
More than 50 rapidly growing Greek businesses have benefited from the ThrivingGlobal program, which is organized for the fourth consecutive year by Enterprise Greece in collaboration with the USMAC (US Market Access Centre). The first phase of the fourth cycle took place with the ThrivingBootcamp in Athens, with the participation of Greek companies such as BuildingHow, AthletesWeR, Palowise, MojoFinancial Technologies, The Sarm Project, TransiTool, Travelr, and Efficious.
The program provides knowledge and opportunities for direct contact with potential partners and investors, aiming to accelerate the international growth of Greek businesses. Through workshops, networking events, and mentoring sessions, participants gain valuable insights and support to expand their operations globally.
Supporting Greek Startups on the International Stage
Enterprises Greece is committed to supporting the internationalization of Greek startups, with a focus on engaging clients, strategic partners, and investors in the American market, particularly in Silicon Valley. Dr. Marinos Giannopoulos, the CEO of Enterprises Greece, confirmed the company’s dedication to promoting outward expansion and globalization of Greek startups. He emphasized that Enterprises Greece actively supports the participation of the Greek technology sector in major global exhibitions, creating opportunities for collaboration and enhancing the Greek brand name in international markets.
Helping Greek Businesses Access Capital and Markets
By leveraging the expertise of the US market and specifically Silicon Valley, the Company guides and advises Greek businesses with the ultimate goal of helping them access capital and markets. It is our strategic choice to organize high-impact programs on specialized topics, as well as acceleration programs based on the needs of Greek businesses and their executives.
Promoting Greek Startups
It is worth noting that in June 2024, Enterprise Greece included new initiatives in its program for the first time to promote and support Greek startups. This initiative aims to support the growth and visibility of Greek startups in the global market, opening up new opportunities for these innovative businesses.
Participating in International Tech Conferences
Our journey began with participation in the WE MAKE FUTURE Festival in Bologna, Italy, and continued with the CollisionTechConference in Toronto, Canada. The festival, WE MAKE FUTURE Festival 2024, took place in Bologna from June 13th to June 15th, 2024. It gathered 700 exhibitors, 70,000 visitors, over 1,000 speakers, and 3,000 startups and investors from over 90 countries, including Greece. The event was coordinated by the Hellenic-Italian Chamber of Commerce of Thessaloniki, in collaboration with Enterprise Greece and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Thessaloniki.
Greek Startups Shine at CollisionTechConference 2024 in Toronto
Supported by Enterprise Greece, four Greek startups – IRIDA AI, ComeTogether, Upiria, and Kleesto – participated in the International Technology Exhibition CollisionTechConference 2024 in Toronto, Canada. These startups, selected after a pitching event, showcased their ideas, products, and services through pitch decks and B2B meetings.
For the first time, Greece had a national pavilion at the event, with the support of the Region of Attica, the Regional Development Fund of Attica, SEV, and Enterprise Greece. The action attracted more than 40,000 attendees, highlighting the innovative and promising tech ecosystem in Greece.
Participation of Greek Startups in Collision Conference
Participants from 140 countries, over 1,000 investors, and 2,000 startups, as well as 1,400 journalists attended the Collision Conference. Among the Greek delegation, in addition to the Attica Region, the Nea Peramos Business Incubator (N.E.A.), the Regional Development Fund of Attica, and Enterprise Greece, nine startups participated: QuantumNeural Technologies, Grapevine, Keyvoto, Vivestia, Traqbeat Technologies, Dataphoria, Wastecloud, Kleesto, and Nature4Nature Technologies.
During the event on Tuesday, June 18, titled “Get-together with the Greek startups in the Collision Conference”, organized by Enterprise Greece, the Athens Chamber of Commerce and Industry, “The Hellenic Initiative Canada”, and “Hellenic Innovation Network”, Greek startups had the opportunity to showcase their innovative ideas and network with investors and journalists.
Participation of Greek Officials in Canadian Board of Trade Event
The General Consul of Greece in Toronto, Mr. Panagiotis Antonatos, and Mr. Dionysios Protopapas, Commercial Attache of the General Consulate of Greece in Toronto, attended an event organized by the Canadian Board of Trade. The event aimed to strengthen trade relations between Canada and Greece, showcasing opportunities for collaboration and partnership.
Furthermore, on June 20, the Greek delegation visited the MaRS Institute, the world’s largest urban innovation hub. The visit provided insight into the latest advancements in technology and innovation, opening up possibilities for future cooperation between Greek and Canadian businesses.