Bolzano Slush'D x NOI

Join us on 3 September at NOI Techpark Bolzano for an exciting pre-event, crafted to fuel your entrepreneurial spirit. In two dynamic parts, we'll dive into EU funding and networking opportunities and showcase what NOI has in store for start-ups and investors.  

Part 1 | Connect with Europe: Opportunities for Start-ups and Scale-ups 
This session, held in collaboration with Enterprise Europe Network, offers an overview of European funding programmes and opportunities for start-ups and scale-ups. Keynotes, insights and practical examples will help you understand what’s next and how to secure support for your innovative ideas.  

Moderator: Cristian Frigo (Ecosystem Lead South Tyrol, EIT Digital)  

15:30 Arrival & check-in  

16:00 Introduction and Welcome

Giuseppe Franco, EU Opportunities, NOI Techpark  
16:05 Welcoming Words 
Federico Menna, CEO, EIT Digital

16:10 The Role of Start-ups in Fostering Competitiveness in Italy and in Europe: a Policy Perspective
Simone Macchi, Policy Analyst at European Commission’s Directorate-General for Economic and Financial Affairs

16:30 The new EU Strategy, Funding and Network Opportunities for start-ups and scale-ups
Francesco Matteucci, EIC Ambassador,  Giulia Benvenuti, NOI Techpark

• Spotlight on the 28th Regime Consultation by Dan Dionisie, Head of Unit - Company Law at European Commission’s Directorate-General for Justice and Consumers (Online)

• Spotlight on the European Innovation Act Consultation by Ugo Dino Fonda, Policy Officer, Innovation & Access to Finance, Directorate-General for Research & Innovation, European Commission (Online)

17:10 Enterprise Europe Network’s Opportunities for Start-ups and Scale-ups 
Raffaella Bruzzone, Chair of EEN’s Thematic group “Access2Finance"

17:25 Spotlight on the EIT Digital’s pan-European Ecosystem

Elena Contioso-Fleming, Regional Director South – EIT Digital

Part 2 | NOI – A Playground of Opportunities  
Next, step into the NOI ecosystem: discover how our Start-up Incubator and innovation networks can support your journey, from early-stage ideas to successful scaling. Hear inspiring stories, get practical insights and see what NOI has to offer: co-working spaces, expert mentoring, funding opportunities and a vibrant community of change-makers. Plus, enjoy a relaxed networking aperitivo with a DJ set – the perfect chance to connect and exchange ideas.  

18:00 Welcoming Words  

18:15 Experience NOI Techpark  

19:00 Aperitivo and matchmaking  
An opportunity for start-ups, scale-ups, and investors to connect and spark collaboration.

Join us and be part of the innovation community shaping the future.

Register now for the pre-event!

The presentations are held in English.