Farewell from AccelerAction: Celebrating 2.5 years of DeepTech connections

by PRESS RELEASES

Brussels, February 2025

The AcccelerAction project, a pan-European initiative focused on fostering DeepTech innovation, has successfully concluded its activities, leaving a lasting impact on the European DeepTech landscape.

Through a collaborative approach of all Consortium partners, the project has connected key stakeholders, including startups and entrepreneurs, accelerators and incubators, as well as investors and policymakers, creating a thriving ecosystem that supports the development of cutting-edge technologies.

“The AccelerAction project has been a real catalyst for transformative collaborations, uniting a spectrum of DeepTech stakeholders across Europe.”, says Nadja Dokter, AccelerAction Project Coordinator.

One of the key achievements of AccelerAction is the establishment of DeepTech ACT, a virtual platform designed to connect and facilitate matchmaking  between diverse DeepTech players. The platform has attracted a vibrant community of users, providing a valuable resource for networking, collaboration, and knowledge exchange.

“DeepTech ACT is one of the cornerstones of our efforts to enhance connectivity and spur innovation throughout Europe. This virtual ecosystem fosters learning, sharing, and networking, creating vital links among DeepTech players across Europe and beyond. By aiming to reduce fragmentation, it boosts our collective capacity to drive innovation.”, Nadja explains.

Throughout its duration, AccelerAction has organised a series of online events, as DeepTech Talks, Collab events and DeepTech ACT webinars, providing networking opportunities and valuable industry insights to DeepTech players. AccelerAction organised Grow experience, a three month long in-person exchange between DeepTech startups. The project has also developed a range of resources, including best practice guides, policy recommendations, and educational materials, which are freely available to the DeepTech community.

The success of AccelerAction is a testament to the power of collaborative partnerships in driving innovation. By bringing together a diverse consortium of partners with complementary expertise, the project has achieved significant impact and contributed to the advancement of the European DeepTech sector.

 

About AccelerAction

AccelerAction was a pan-European project funded by the European Union. The project aimed to accelerate the growth of DeepTech ventures by fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, and access to funding. The consortium consisted of 10 partners from 6 European countries, representing a diverse range of stakeholders in the DeepTech ecosystem. For more information, please visit the project website here and follow AccelerAction on their social media channels: LinkedIn @AccelerActionEU and X @AccelerActionEU or feel free to send an email: info@acceleraction.eu.  

*Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA). Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them. Grant Agreement No. 101072073.

AccelerAction, an EU-funded project to develop DeepTech innovation in Europe, launches Collab, a series of virtual events that target startups, investors, accelerators, and incubators

by PRESS RELEASES

Buchurest, February 2024

 AcccelerAction, a virtual space that connects DeepTech innovators across Europe and that is funded by the European Union, is launching Collab, a series of free peer-to-peer virtual reality (Frame) events that target the DeepTech sector, including investors, accelerator & incubator managers. The events are taking place in March 2024.

“Collab events have been carefully designed to be engaging and interactive, offering a new way to network and learn. We are confident that people who ‘collab’ with us will be part of greater transition to a more connected Europe”, says Claudia Vittorio, AccelerAction Project Coordinator.

Startups are invited to join on March 19th from 10.30 – 12.00 CET to learn to scale their solutions and locate suitable funding opportunities effectively. The speaker of the event is Sara Mancini, senior manager at Intellera Consulting, where she advises on how to seize the opportunities of disruptive technologies and how to mitigate related risks by implementing responsible Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption frameworks. She will speak about “Unlocking AI Ethics in DeepTech”. Register here!

Investors are invited to join on March 20th from 10.30 – 12.00 CET to learn how to make smart investments in a high-risk environment and find the most talented tech startups. The event will be hosted by Dr. Micol Chiesa, Partner and Head of Impact at Planet Fund, and the topic is “Portfolio Management”. Register here!

Accelerators and incubators are invited on March 20th from 14.30 – 12.00 CET to learn how to provide better support to startups and help close the innovation gap. The speaker of the event is  Dóra Marosvölgyi, Founder and CEO at DARE Innovations, a consultancy business that specializes in empowering universities and incubators to enhance their incubation programs, with a focus on nurturing DeepTech start-ups. She will speak about “Spotting Potential in Deep Tech Startups”.  Register here!

The last event in the Collab series will be on March 26th from 10.30 – 12.00 CET and is open to all key players, offering a space to make connections and bring together key best practices that will facilitate a gradual shift from fragmentation to a connected, equitable and more innovative European landscape. The speaker will be Patricia Allen, IT Product Engagement and Communication | IT Analytics, Data and Integration at Nestlé and former editorial director of EU-Startups. She will speak about “The Importance of Storytelling in Brand Building”. 

AccelerAction was launched in September 2022 and is supported by the esteemed Horizon Europe program, which funnels billions of euros into the EU economy. It aims to bring key DeepTech players together through its new virtual ecosystem as part of a wider effort to connect innovation ecosystems and streamline business opportunities throughout all of Europe whilst encouraging and promoting gender balance in technology sectors.

About AccelerAction

AccelerAction is a virtual space to connect top tech innovators across Europe towards a strong and inclusive innovation landscape. For more information, please visit the project website here and follow AccelerAction on their social media channels: LinkedIn @AccelerActionEU and X @AccelerActionEU or feel free to send an email: info@acceleraction.eu.  

 

Contact
Diana Iosu
Corporate Communication Senior Advisor, DiFine PR
diana.iosu@difinepr.com 
+40 784 222 555

 

*Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA). Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them. Grant Agreement No. 101072073.

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AccelerAction project unites DeepTech Innovators across European Union

by PRESS RELEASES

Paris, May 2023 

Empowering the future of DeepTech innovation, the AccelerAction initiative, is breaking down barriers and forging connections among visionary innovators across Europe. With a mission to connect, inspire, and drive forward the brightest minds in DeepTech, AccelerAction is transforming the innovation landscape and propelling Europe to the forefront of technological progress.

AccelerAction is an initiative backed by the esteemed Horizon Europe programme, a flagship research and innovation framework of the European Union. The initiative focuses on bridging the gaps that often hinder collaboration and information exchange among DeepTech innovators across Europe. By creating a vibrant ecosystem that fosters connections and facilitates knowledge sharing, AccelerAction paves the way for unprecedented advancements in this innovative industry.

DeepTech innovation, characterized by cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and biotechnology, holds immense potential to revolutionize industries and tackle complex challenges. However, the fragmented nature of the DeepTech landscape often inhibits the full realization of this potential. Recognizing this, AccelerAction serves as a unifying force, bringing together a diverse range of stakeholders including entrepreneurs, startups, researchers, investors, and policymakers.

This project brings together key partners from diverse spheres of the European innovation and enterprise ecosystems to tackle challenges we face in achieving gender equality and diversity, implementing innovative ideas and providing equal business opportunities throughout the EU. The Consortium, coordinated by JO Consulting (JOC), includes representatives from research and development organisations, SMEs, accelerators and experts in gender inclusion and innovation.

Through a series of strategic initiatives, AccelerAction aims to foster collaboration and knowledge exchange among DeepTech innovators. The next initiative organised by the AccelerAction team – DeepTech Talks – a series of Round Tables to understand the needs, challenges and solutions to connect innovation and DeepTech ecosystems across Europe, will occur on the 29th of June 2023 and focus on Central and Western Europe. 

As Europe strives to maintain its position as a global leader in innovation, the AccelerAction initiative plays a pivotal role in ensuring that DeepTech innovators have the necessary support and opportunities to thrive. By fostering collaboration, empowering individuals, and driving technological progress, the initiative strengthens Europe’s innovation ecosystem, positioning it at the forefront of DeepTech advancements. As the AccelerAction initiative continues to gain momentum, it invites DeepTech innovators across Europe to join forces, connect, and shape the future of technological progress.