ExcellEnt Project Soft-Landing Mission in Ireland
Accelerating Growth, Building Connections: An exploratory visit to Dublin for Innovation Stakeholders – May 26-27, 2025
About the Mission
We are calling all innovation intermediaries – venture capital funds, accelerators, incubators, venture studios, technology transfer offices, and other stakeholders- for an immersive experience in Dublin, one of Europe’s most exciting innovation hubs.
This mission offers an unparalleled opportunity to network with key players, learn from best practices, and explore potential collaborations and investment opportunities. It is part of ExcellEnt programme, aiming to strengthen European entrepreneurial practice by showcasing start-up support systems in 5 European countries: France, Ireland, Greece, Bulgaria, Türkiye, and Ukraine).
Selected stakeholders will be offered a voucher of €1000 to cover their travel and accommodation expenses during the mission.
Location
Dublin is one of Europe’s most vibrant innovation hubs, known for its thriving startup ecosystem, strong presence of global tech companies, robust venture capital environment, and world-class research institutions. This mission provides participants an excellent opportunity to engage directly with key innovation stakeholders, learn best practices, and explore collaboration and investment opportunities.
Activities:
+ What to Expect
- Networking and Partnership Opportunities: Meet leading Irish and international innovation players.
- Insight into Dublin’s Innovation Ecosystem: Learn from successful accelerators, incubators, and VC funds.
- Tailored Meetings: Arrange customized meetings with relevant stakeholders to enhance collaboration potential.
- Knowledge Exchange: Share and gain insights on best practices, investment strategies, and market expansion approaches.
+ Site Visits
- Enterprise Ireland (Irish government’s enterprise development agency)
- NovaUCD (Innovation Centre at University College Dublin)
- DCU’s ALpha incubator (Dublin City University)
- And more
Who Should Apply (Eligible Participants)
- Venture Capital Funds
- Accelerators
- Incubators
- Venture Studios
- Technology Transfer Offices (TTOs)
- Innovation Hubs
- Ecosystem Builders
Mission Dates: 26-27 May 2025
Costs:
Participation in the mission is free. A voucher of €1000 per person is provided for travel and accommodation expenses. Participants are responsible for arranging their travel and logistics, and expenses will be reimbursed by the project. The voucher does not restrict arrival or departure dates as long as participants attend the mission.
Additional Opportunities:
Participants can conveniently combine this mission with the Dublin Tech Summit (https://dublintechsummit.tech). Please note that tickets for the summit are not included; however, participants may extend their stay independently.
Agenda:
The detailed agenda is under preparation.
Application Deadline: 25 APRIL 2025
Apply Now: Secure your place by completing the short application form on F6S: https://www.f6s.com/excellent-soft-landing-mission-ireland/apply
