Leveraging EU grants to grow your startup: Demystifying the SME instrument

The Workshop offers an overview of the SME Instrument:

• How to use the SME Instrument (grants of up to €2,5 million) as an alternative to equity-based VC SERIES As;
• An overview of the origins of the programme to help understand its objectives, specificities and how it works;
• What does the selection process looks like, and what are the key elements to have to maximise your chances; 
• What is the profile of an ideal candidate and what does the jury expects from you;
• Practical advice on the application itself.