Baltic matchmaker platform for growth in experience and creative sectors
| Reference number | |
| Coordinator | Eskilstuna Jernmanufaktur AB |
| Funding from Vinnova | SEK 250 000 |
| Project duration | December 2014 - December 2015 |
| Status | Completed |
Purpose and goal
The project has achieved its objectives through the creation of an international BSR-development platform for small businesses with in the CI in the form of a Innovation Bootcamp. The aim was to strengthen the participants opportunities for internationalization, through matchmaking with other companies, business coaches and supporting organizations, for sharing experiences, knowledge and for open up new markets. -Entrepreneurs from 15-50 companies participated in national competitions in each BSR country. -Top three of these companies were invited to take part in the Bootcamp
Results and expected effects
Boot camp was conducted Octobre 9-12 2015 at Munktell Science Park in Eskilstuna. 23 entrepreneurs from a total of 12 companies participated, as well as business coaches. The Bootcamp program were formed based on the participants needs and desires. The activities during the Bootcamp gave rise to important synergies between the participating companies, coaches and businesssupporting organizations. A great value for the startups were the coaching they gave each other regarding product development and how to grow international. All results in the evaluation where pass grade or more.
Approach and implementation
The format for the Creative Business Cup worked av a base for the project during 2015. The planning, implementation, and evaluation was made according to the original plan as described in report ´Basrapport´ and ´Lägesrapport´. The project has achieved its objectives through the creation of an international BSR-matchmaking/development platform for small businesses with in the creative industry in the form of a Baltic Nordic Innovation Bootcamp. See all the details about the Bootcamp in the attached report and appendices (in Swedish).