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This report analyses interview results from six European ecosystems (BG, FR, IE, GR, TR, UA) to identify key entrepreneurial competences and attitudes. Using the EntreComp framework and emergent competences, it highlights the importance of motivation, perseverance, uncertainty management, teamwork, and experiential learning. Resilience and flexibility also emerge as critical traits. The report maps common pathways […]

Are you eager to explore the dynamic landscape of entrepreneurship in Europe? Do you want to be part of insightful discussions that uncover the current situations, needs, challenges, and best practices shaping the entrepreneurial ecosystem across the EU? Then mark your calendars for our upcoming Online Workshop for entrepreneurs in Bulgaria, France, Greece, Ireland, Turkey, […]

Deliverable D33, ‘Impact Measurement and Monitoring’ of the ExcellEnt project, details a structured approach for assessing and evaluating the project’s impact. It focuses on tracking and measuring effectiveness against key performance indicators (KPIs) and strategic objectives (SOs) related to entrepreneurial success, ecosystem diversity, and strengthening. The deliverable outlines four strategic objectives and five deliverable elements, […]

This report from the ExcellEnt project examines the dynamics of entrepreneurial ecosystems in six European countries (Greece, Turkey, Bulgaria, Ukraine, France, and Ireland). It presents detailed SWOT analyses of each country to understand their strengths and weaknesses in fostering new ventures.

This document investigates the resources and paths needed to become a successful entrepreneur in Europe. It involves studying practices of successful entrepreneurs across six European ecosystems, analyzing support programs from various organizations and policymakers, and comparing business realities with academic models in entrepreneurship. The methodology employs an experiential learning approach, emphasizing real-world entrepreneurial stories to […]

Sharing the good news — from now on, all of research&development materials made within the project are freely available. Including: Analysis of Successful Entrepreneurial Trajectories Prepared by Booster Labs, the Analysis of Successful Entrepreneurial Trajectories identifies the key success trajectories of entrepreneurs from 6 European ecosystems – France, Greece, Bulgaria, Ireland, Turkey and Ukraine. The methodology […]

Experience is a precious tool. It plays a crucial role in personal and professional development, contributing to learning, adaptability, confidence, and overall success. It is a dynamic and ongoing process that shapes individuals into well-rounded and capable beings. And what about experience in entrepreneurship? What challenges did tech entrepreneurs face at the beginning of their […]

The European Innovation Council and Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Executive Agency (EISMEA) presented the ExcellEnt project to its audience.  “They aim to revolutionise the European business landscape with its innovative approach to strengthening & homogenising business practices across Europe”, — the message says.  That’s what we actually do! ExcellEnt aims to strengthen entrepreneurial practices and […]

In January 2023 we have started a big and ambitious project, ExcellEnt. It is a project of the European Union, with the mission to strengthen entrepreneurial practices and build bridges across EU entrepreneurial ecosystems. Today we are announcing the launch of the website of the project, where you will get all the information on our […]

In April, all project participants gathered in Larissa, Greece, for the official launch of ExcellEnt Project. The event was hosted by the Institute of Entrepreneurship Development: iED, which is also the Excellent project coordinator. Meeting was held in JOIST Innovation Park in Larissa and was 2 days long. The meeting was opened with some welcoming words […]

We are pleased to announce the launch of ExcellEnt, a project funded by the Horizon Europe programme of the European Union, with the mission to strengthen entrepreneurial practices and build bridges across EU entrepreneurial ecosystems over the next 30 months. The project focus is: Excellency in Entrepreneurship: Exploring the novel ways to capture, preserve, curate, […]