How can crowdfunding be used for innovation and growth of SMEs in Europe and what are current trends in Europe?
Presentation at the 9th INSME Annual meeting in Izmir, Turkey - "The Governance of Innovation: Building an Innovative Eco-System for SMEs"
3. European Crowdfunding Network
Building a pan-european Crowdfunding ecosystem
fostering transparancy
Raising professional standards
creating networking opportunities
undertaking industry and impact research
Local ambassadors in 12 countries
150+ prospective members
22. Key Take-Aways
Can fill investment gap (<1M euro) for SMEs
Crowdfunding = Community funding
Local for Local investments
Helps attract other forms of financing
More then Money: Market research & Marketing