During the EUROPETOUR meeting in Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria, project partner Wolfgang Kniejski presents an overview of financing instruments for cultural tourism in rural areas.
Future of structural funds in england: where are we nowVoscur Staff
The document provides information about accessing European Structural Funds. It discusses major reductions in public spending and a shift from grants to contracts. It introduces the European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF), including the European Regional Development Fund and European Social Fund. ESIF funding should begin coming online in mid-2014. It provides details on the 2007-2013 ESF programme and roles of various partners. It also discusses opportunities under ESIF like Community Grants, Community Led Local Development, engagement with Local Enterprise Partnerships, and relevant timelines.
Aalto Global Impact organized together with the New Global an event called Co-creating Business Ecosystems in Emerging Markets on 17th of June. The event was hosted by Fortum.
The presentation was part of an event about Local Enterprise Partnerships with Involve Yorkshire and Humber event in Leeds on Wednesday 11 December.
The presentation was by Ingrid Gardiner from NCVO's European Funding Network and looks at all aspects of accessing European structural funds.
Find out more about European Funding Network's past events: http://europeanfundingnetwork.eu/events/past-events
Find out more about the European funding network: http://europeanfundingnetwork.eu/
How to tackle the future financial challenges in Personalised Medicine in Eur...EuroBioForum
Presentation of Dr Wouter Spek, Managing director of EuroBioForum for the European Personalised Medicine Association (EPEMED) 2013 Spring series of webinars on 24 April 2013.
The document provides an overview of European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) including the European Regional Development Fund and European Social Fund. It discusses the funds' role in reducing economic and social disparities across the EU. It also outlines the size and trends in ESIF funding, including major reductions in public spending. Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPs) play a key role in developing local investment strategies and projects to deliver against those strategies. Community grants of up to £12,000 are available to small voluntary organizations through ESIF to support disadvantaged people in moving closer to the labor market.
Finnfund is a Finnish development finance institution that provides risk capital to profitable private sector projects in developing countries and Russia. It was founded in 1980 and has 58 employees. Finnfund focuses on projects that have positive development impacts, involve Finnish partners, and transfer Finnish technology. It takes minority equity stakes, provides mezzanine financing, and issues loans and guarantees. Finnfund ensures projects meet environmental and social standards to guard against risks and promote sustainability.
The document discusses reforming the European development finance architecture. It notes there are overlaps, gaps, and inefficiencies between the main EU institutions like the EIB and EBRD. It presents three options for improving coordination: 1) Make the EBRD the central institution; 2) Create a new institution with the EIB, EBRD, and others; 3) Build on the EIB subsidiary and portfolios. Short-term measures include improving political guidance and using new funds to incentivize better cooperation. A reformed system should focus on Africa and climate issues while also improving the business environment.
Introduction to the Heart of the South West LEP and EU Funding. Presentation delivered at South West Forum's EU Funding - Get the Latest... on 19th March 2015
Future of structural funds in england: where are we nowVoscur Staff
The document provides information about accessing European Structural Funds. It discusses major reductions in public spending and a shift from grants to contracts. It introduces the European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF), including the European Regional Development Fund and European Social Fund. ESIF funding should begin coming online in mid-2014. It provides details on the 2007-2013 ESF programme and roles of various partners. It also discusses opportunities under ESIF like Community Grants, Community Led Local Development, engagement with Local Enterprise Partnerships, and relevant timelines.
Aalto Global Impact organized together with the New Global an event called Co-creating Business Ecosystems in Emerging Markets on 17th of June. The event was hosted by Fortum.
The presentation was part of an event about Local Enterprise Partnerships with Involve Yorkshire and Humber event in Leeds on Wednesday 11 December.
The presentation was by Ingrid Gardiner from NCVO's European Funding Network and looks at all aspects of accessing European structural funds.
Find out more about European Funding Network's past events: http://europeanfundingnetwork.eu/events/past-events
Find out more about the European funding network: http://europeanfundingnetwork.eu/
How to tackle the future financial challenges in Personalised Medicine in Eur...EuroBioForum
Presentation of Dr Wouter Spek, Managing director of EuroBioForum for the European Personalised Medicine Association (EPEMED) 2013 Spring series of webinars on 24 April 2013.
The document provides an overview of European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) including the European Regional Development Fund and European Social Fund. It discusses the funds' role in reducing economic and social disparities across the EU. It also outlines the size and trends in ESIF funding, including major reductions in public spending. Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPs) play a key role in developing local investment strategies and projects to deliver against those strategies. Community grants of up to £12,000 are available to small voluntary organizations through ESIF to support disadvantaged people in moving closer to the labor market.
Finnfund is a Finnish development finance institution that provides risk capital to profitable private sector projects in developing countries and Russia. It was founded in 1980 and has 58 employees. Finnfund focuses on projects that have positive development impacts, involve Finnish partners, and transfer Finnish technology. It takes minority equity stakes, provides mezzanine financing, and issues loans and guarantees. Finnfund ensures projects meet environmental and social standards to guard against risks and promote sustainability.
The document discusses reforming the European development finance architecture. It notes there are overlaps, gaps, and inefficiencies between the main EU institutions like the EIB and EBRD. It presents three options for improving coordination: 1) Make the EBRD the central institution; 2) Create a new institution with the EIB, EBRD, and others; 3) Build on the EIB subsidiary and portfolios. Short-term measures include improving political guidance and using new funds to incentivize better cooperation. A reformed system should focus on Africa and climate issues while also improving the business environment.
Introduction to the Heart of the South West LEP and EU Funding. Presentation delivered at South West Forum's EU Funding - Get the Latest... on 19th March 2015
Ingrid Gardiner (ESF Effectiveness manager) discussed European structural and Investment funds and the future of structural funds in England.
Find out more about NCVO's european policy work: http://europeanfundingnetwork.eu/
This presentation was part of the Public Service Delivery Network meeting on 10 February 2010.
This presentation was by Ingrid Gardiner (EU Manager) from the NCVO and explored accessing european structural funds.
Find out more about NCVO's European Funding Network: http://europeanfundingnetwork.eu
1. The SE LEP has been allocated £165 million in European Regional Development Funds and European Social Funds to create jobs and economic growth in the region over 7 years.
2. The funds will focus on innovation, SME support, low carbon initiatives, apprenticeships, workforce training, and reducing unemployment.
3. Projects must support growth and jobs but have some flexibility in delivery. Outputs and results will be measured. Ideas for targeted interventions that are smart, sustainable and inclusive are needed.
Challenges Facing Sending Countries (China, India, the Philippines, and Thail...EURA-NET project
Sending countries face several challenges related to temporary migration. They have diverse migration histories and governance systems. While many were traditionally sending countries, some like China and India have also become destinations. Sending countries have varying levels of institutions and policies governing outward and inward migration. There are also unequal power dynamics between sending and destination countries. Sending countries aim to protect migrants at all stages of migration but often irregular migrants are penalized. They also seek to manage social costs and address root causes of migration while pursuing benefits for countries of origin, destination, and migrants themselves.
This document discusses aid for trade (AfT) and its role in development. It makes several key points:
1) AfT is important for supporting trade-related policies, regulations, adjustments, and building productive capacity in developing countries.
2) Over 1/3 of total AfT is provided by the EU, with increasing focus on least developed countries and those most in need.
3) AfT faces challenges at the national, regional, and sectoral levels including coordination between different actors and improving private sector involvement. Going beyond aid to leverage private resources will be important.
The document provides guidance on developing the OECD's Principles Guidance on Blended Finance. It will be developed through 2019-2020 with expert and stakeholder input. It aims to help implement the Blended Finance Principles and provide references. Key topics to be addressed include defining development objectives, assessing appropriate levels of concessionality, tailoring approaches to local context, managing risks, and evaluating results. Evidence will be built through programs focused on least developed countries, fragile contexts, water and agriculture. The guidance will align with frameworks like the SDGs, Addis Ababa Action Agenda, and enhanced DFI principles on blended concessional finance. It will take the form of a dynamic digital compendium
This document provides an overview and agenda for an Arts Council briefing on the landscape for arts funding in 2015 and beyond. It discusses the political environment, the upcoming Spending Review, and strategies for making the case for continued public funding of the arts sector. Key points covered include shifting more funding outside of London, pursuing a goal of cultural education for all children, and preparing arts organizations for potential funding cuts of 5-20% in the coming years resulting from the Spending Review. The briefing aims to help arts groups understand the challenges and opportunities in this context.
This is the presentation delivered on 5 - 7 November 2013 by the Arts Council to National portfolio organisations and Major partner museums. Find out more here: http://www.artscouncil.org.uk/jobs-and-conferences/conferences/national-portfolio-briefing-events-november-2013/
8 reasons to grow your business in BelgiumBryan Cassady
Belgium can be a good place to start and grow a business for several reasons: (1) it provides many resources and support for startups including government subsidies, innovation centers, and business angels; (2) it is easier to stand out with unique business ideas compared to larger countries; and (3) Belgium has a talented workforce with many highly educated entrepreneurs and world-class universities that collaborate with industry.
The implementation of the Joint Africa-EU Strategy: Rebuilding confidence and commitments
Dr. Damien Helly, ECDPM
DEVE Committee European Parliament, Brussels
3 March 2014
FINANCING AGENCY FOR SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP: CREATING COLLABORATIVE HYBRID F...OECD CFE
This document discusses financing models for social enterprises. It notes a strategic financing gap for early stage social enterprises that are too large for philanthropists but too small and risky for institutional investors. It introduces FASE, a financial intermediary in Germany that builds bridges between social entrepreneurs and investors. FASE has provided over 4 million Euros to 12 social enterprises through various hybrid financing models that blend grants and impact investments. These models allow financing of social enterprises both with and without profitability. The document also summarizes two international examples where FASE helped social enterprises in Austria obtain financing. It concludes with policy recommendations to further develop markets for social enterprise finance.
This is the presentation delivered on 6 - 13 November 2014 by the Arts Council to funded organisations. Find out more here: http://www.artscouncil.org.uk/jobs-and-conferences/conferences/briefing-events-november-2014/
European Structural and Investment Funds : Community Grants Ingrid GardinerEmily Fennell
The document discusses European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF), which provide funding to reduce economic and social disparities across the EU. It specifically discusses the European Regional Development Fund and European Social Fund. It also mentions community grants of up to £12,000 provided through ESF that support disadvantaged people in moving closer to the labor market through activities like skills training. Local Enterprise Partnerships are responsible for developing local investment strategies and projects to deliver the strategies and ensure funds are spent properly. The document provides timelines and resources for learning more about ESIF funds and community grants.
This document introduces Team Finland Vietnam and its goals of establishing partnerships between Finnish and Vietnamese companies. It notes that both countries would benefit from increased economic cooperation given Vietnam's strategic location, growing economy, and potential for various industries. Team Finland Vietnam aims to raise interest among Finnish firms to enter Vietnam's market by providing information, visibility, and assistance to connect companies. The services it offers are described. While trade has been increasing, there remains great potential for further collaboration, as Finnish expertise in areas like manufacturing and services could meet Vietnam's needs for development. Team Finland cannot achieve its goals alone and encourages Finnish stakeholders to engage.
San Bilal, ECDPM
Workshop: Trade and Investment for Development
European Parliament, Policy Department and Committee on International Trade
29 March 2012, Brussels
7 Reasons to start-up in Brussels (and Belgium)Bryan Cassady
Belgium can be a good place to start a company for several reasons. It offers many resources for startups including government subsidies, support from innovation centers, and relatively easy initial funding. Belgium also has high-quality universities that produce talented entrepreneurs and a culture supportive of innovation. However, scaling a company likely requires expanding beyond Belgium as larger funding may not be available locally. The document recommends the Founder Institute program in Brussels to help learn from successful entrepreneurs when starting a company in Belgium.
Synopsis Project: training - Cultural PoliciesKarl Donert
The SYNOPSIS project concerns Storytelling and Fundraising for Cultural Heritage professionals.
Cultural heritage covers a variety of activities, and a system of values, traditions, knowledge, and lifestyles that characterise society.
The heritage sector has to deal with new challenges and it is therefore necessary to develop new professionalism, able to promote and support cultural heritage as it improves not only the overall economic growth and employment, but also social cohesion and environmental sustainability.
Storytelling and fundraising skills assume a fundamental role in connecting the past to the future. Cultural Heritage storytelling is concerned with “communicating through stories”, creating narratives through which a cultural heritage enters into an emphatic relationship with people, managing to arouse public emotion. The purpose is to engage people to protect, exploit cultural heritage, and support it financially.
This presentation presents a basic introduction to European culture policies
National Programme for Social Economy Development in PolandOECD CFE
The capacity building seminar will gather the main stakeholders who are concerned with building conducive ecosystems for social enterprises: policy makers and administrators, networks of social enterprises and social economy actors, social finance players.
1) The document summarizes the main lessons and recommendations from the KIÚT Microcredit Programme, which provided group-based microloans to people in deep poverty in Hungary between 2010-2012.
2) It stresses the importance of carefully selecting entrepreneurial clients and providing ongoing business training. Not all clients have the skills or commitment needed for self-employment.
3) Local presence and social support are also critical to success. An "ideal mentor" requires both business knowledge and an understanding of local challenges. External factors like regulations can also heavily influence small businesses.
4) Local market integration and cooperation across different development programs are also important to achieve sustainable impacts and prevent isolated interventions. Cash alone is
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The European Commission funds projects and organizations that further EU interests and policies. Funding is allocated through frameworks on 7-year cycles, with the current cycle being 2014-2020 totaling over €1 trillion. To apply for funding, interested parties must respond to annual calls for proposals issued by the Commission according to priorities in its annual work programs. Successful proposals typically involve international consortiums working on multi-year projects aligned with EU goals like innovation, jobs, and growth. Building networks within Europe is important for developing competitive funding proposals.
Ingrid Gardiner (ESF Effectiveness manager) discussed European structural and Investment funds and the future of structural funds in England.
Find out more about NCVO's european policy work: http://europeanfundingnetwork.eu/
This presentation was part of the Public Service Delivery Network meeting on 10 February 2010.
This presentation was by Ingrid Gardiner (EU Manager) from the NCVO and explored accessing european structural funds.
Find out more about NCVO's European Funding Network: http://europeanfundingnetwork.eu
1. The SE LEP has been allocated £165 million in European Regional Development Funds and European Social Funds to create jobs and economic growth in the region over 7 years.
2. The funds will focus on innovation, SME support, low carbon initiatives, apprenticeships, workforce training, and reducing unemployment.
3. Projects must support growth and jobs but have some flexibility in delivery. Outputs and results will be measured. Ideas for targeted interventions that are smart, sustainable and inclusive are needed.
Challenges Facing Sending Countries (China, India, the Philippines, and Thail...EURA-NET project
Sending countries face several challenges related to temporary migration. They have diverse migration histories and governance systems. While many were traditionally sending countries, some like China and India have also become destinations. Sending countries have varying levels of institutions and policies governing outward and inward migration. There are also unequal power dynamics between sending and destination countries. Sending countries aim to protect migrants at all stages of migration but often irregular migrants are penalized. They also seek to manage social costs and address root causes of migration while pursuing benefits for countries of origin, destination, and migrants themselves.
This document discusses aid for trade (AfT) and its role in development. It makes several key points:
1) AfT is important for supporting trade-related policies, regulations, adjustments, and building productive capacity in developing countries.
2) Over 1/3 of total AfT is provided by the EU, with increasing focus on least developed countries and those most in need.
3) AfT faces challenges at the national, regional, and sectoral levels including coordination between different actors and improving private sector involvement. Going beyond aid to leverage private resources will be important.
The document provides guidance on developing the OECD's Principles Guidance on Blended Finance. It will be developed through 2019-2020 with expert and stakeholder input. It aims to help implement the Blended Finance Principles and provide references. Key topics to be addressed include defining development objectives, assessing appropriate levels of concessionality, tailoring approaches to local context, managing risks, and evaluating results. Evidence will be built through programs focused on least developed countries, fragile contexts, water and agriculture. The guidance will align with frameworks like the SDGs, Addis Ababa Action Agenda, and enhanced DFI principles on blended concessional finance. It will take the form of a dynamic digital compendium
This document provides an overview and agenda for an Arts Council briefing on the landscape for arts funding in 2015 and beyond. It discusses the political environment, the upcoming Spending Review, and strategies for making the case for continued public funding of the arts sector. Key points covered include shifting more funding outside of London, pursuing a goal of cultural education for all children, and preparing arts organizations for potential funding cuts of 5-20% in the coming years resulting from the Spending Review. The briefing aims to help arts groups understand the challenges and opportunities in this context.
This is the presentation delivered on 5 - 7 November 2013 by the Arts Council to National portfolio organisations and Major partner museums. Find out more here: http://www.artscouncil.org.uk/jobs-and-conferences/conferences/national-portfolio-briefing-events-november-2013/
8 reasons to grow your business in BelgiumBryan Cassady
Belgium can be a good place to start and grow a business for several reasons: (1) it provides many resources and support for startups including government subsidies, innovation centers, and business angels; (2) it is easier to stand out with unique business ideas compared to larger countries; and (3) Belgium has a talented workforce with many highly educated entrepreneurs and world-class universities that collaborate with industry.
The implementation of the Joint Africa-EU Strategy: Rebuilding confidence and commitments
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FINANCING AGENCY FOR SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP: CREATING COLLABORATIVE HYBRID F...OECD CFE
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This is the presentation delivered on 6 - 13 November 2014 by the Arts Council to funded organisations. Find out more here: http://www.artscouncil.org.uk/jobs-and-conferences/conferences/briefing-events-november-2014/
European Structural and Investment Funds : Community Grants Ingrid GardinerEmily Fennell
The document discusses European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF), which provide funding to reduce economic and social disparities across the EU. It specifically discusses the European Regional Development Fund and European Social Fund. It also mentions community grants of up to £12,000 provided through ESF that support disadvantaged people in moving closer to the labor market through activities like skills training. Local Enterprise Partnerships are responsible for developing local investment strategies and projects to deliver the strategies and ensure funds are spent properly. The document provides timelines and resources for learning more about ESIF funds and community grants.
This document introduces Team Finland Vietnam and its goals of establishing partnerships between Finnish and Vietnamese companies. It notes that both countries would benefit from increased economic cooperation given Vietnam's strategic location, growing economy, and potential for various industries. Team Finland Vietnam aims to raise interest among Finnish firms to enter Vietnam's market by providing information, visibility, and assistance to connect companies. The services it offers are described. While trade has been increasing, there remains great potential for further collaboration, as Finnish expertise in areas like manufacturing and services could meet Vietnam's needs for development. Team Finland cannot achieve its goals alone and encourages Finnish stakeholders to engage.
San Bilal, ECDPM
Workshop: Trade and Investment for Development
European Parliament, Policy Department and Committee on International Trade
29 March 2012, Brussels
7 Reasons to start-up in Brussels (and Belgium)Bryan Cassady
Belgium can be a good place to start a company for several reasons. It offers many resources for startups including government subsidies, support from innovation centers, and relatively easy initial funding. Belgium also has high-quality universities that produce talented entrepreneurs and a culture supportive of innovation. However, scaling a company likely requires expanding beyond Belgium as larger funding may not be available locally. The document recommends the Founder Institute program in Brussels to help learn from successful entrepreneurs when starting a company in Belgium.
Synopsis Project: training - Cultural PoliciesKarl Donert
The SYNOPSIS project concerns Storytelling and Fundraising for Cultural Heritage professionals.
Cultural heritage covers a variety of activities, and a system of values, traditions, knowledge, and lifestyles that characterise society.
The heritage sector has to deal with new challenges and it is therefore necessary to develop new professionalism, able to promote and support cultural heritage as it improves not only the overall economic growth and employment, but also social cohesion and environmental sustainability.
Storytelling and fundraising skills assume a fundamental role in connecting the past to the future. Cultural Heritage storytelling is concerned with “communicating through stories”, creating narratives through which a cultural heritage enters into an emphatic relationship with people, managing to arouse public emotion. The purpose is to engage people to protect, exploit cultural heritage, and support it financially.
This presentation presents a basic introduction to European culture policies
National Programme for Social Economy Development in PolandOECD CFE
The capacity building seminar will gather the main stakeholders who are concerned with building conducive ecosystems for social enterprises: policy makers and administrators, networks of social enterprises and social economy actors, social finance players.
1) The document summarizes the main lessons and recommendations from the KIÚT Microcredit Programme, which provided group-based microloans to people in deep poverty in Hungary between 2010-2012.
2) It stresses the importance of carefully selecting entrepreneurial clients and providing ongoing business training. Not all clients have the skills or commitment needed for self-employment.
3) Local presence and social support are also critical to success. An "ideal mentor" requires both business knowledge and an understanding of local challenges. External factors like regulations can also heavily influence small businesses.
4) Local market integration and cooperation across different development programs are also important to achieve sustainable impacts and prevent isolated interventions. Cash alone is
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The European Commission funds projects and organizations that further EU interests and policies. Funding is allocated through frameworks on 7-year cycles, with the current cycle being 2014-2020 totaling over €1 trillion. To apply for funding, interested parties must respond to annual calls for proposals issued by the Commission according to priorities in its annual work programs. Successful proposals typically involve international consortiums working on multi-year projects aligned with EU goals like innovation, jobs, and growth. Building networks within Europe is important for developing competitive funding proposals.
The document provides information on the Business Angels of Slovenia Fund, which is a seed venture capital fund targeting €4 million with 70% of investments in Slovenia and 30% in Southeast Europe. It will make 18 total investments on average of €100,000-€500,000 primarily in information technology, biotechnology and energy sectors. The fund is sponsored by the Business Angels of Slovenia network of over 30 investors who have already committed €1.2 million. It aims to leverage state funds and tax incentives to make faster investment decisions than the angel network alone.
The document discusses plans for an AAL Investment Forum to be held in Odense, Denmark on September 14-15, 2010. The forum aims to boost investments in active and assisted living technologies by bringing together investors, entrepreneurs, and other stakeholders. It will include plenary sessions on the AAL market and financing opportunities. A major focus is matchmaking private and public investors with AAL projects and initiatives through coaching and networking opportunities. Feedback is sought from stakeholders on the forum format and potential attendees.
Local Impact Funds can help direct EU funding towards social and economic investment in local areas. They combine business support and growth investment using European Structural and Investment Funds to leverage private capital. Two pilot Local Impact Funds are being established in Liverpool City Region and Northamptonshire to test the model. Lessons from previous funds in places like Kent and Wales show they provide flexible financing to social enterprises and create local jobs and social impact.
European structural and investment funds: Future of structural funds in EnglandSCVO
The document provides an introduction to the European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) in England. It summarizes that the ESIF comprises the European Regional Development Fund, European Social Fund, European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development, and European Maritime and Fisheries Fund. Local Enterprise Partnerships are responsible for developing investment strategies, finding projects, providing match funding, and ensuring targets are met for spending allocations by deadlines. The document also discusses opportunities for civil society organizations to engage with Local Enterprise Partnerships, including through Community Led Local Development.
The document discusses EU funding opportunities for non-profit organizations. It provides information on the main activities of Knowledge Center Social Europe, which includes informing organizations about EU policies and supporting them with EU projects. It then summarizes different types of EU grants and programs in areas like education, social innovation, research, and regional development that non-profits can apply for. Contact information is provided for Knowledge Center Social Europe which can help organizations navigate EU funding opportunities.
The document discusses EU funding opportunities for creative industries through the Creative Europe Programme. The general objectives are to promote cultural and linguistic diversity, strengthen competitiveness of cultural and creative sectors, and foster transnational cooperation. Specific objectives include strengthening the financial capacity of creative sector SMEs and professionals. One way this is done is through the Creative Europe Guarantee Facility, which provides guarantees to banks that offer loans to creative sector organizations, helping to mobilize up to €700 million in bank loans with a €121 million fund. The facility also aims to build capacity for banks to evaluate creative sector projects through training and expertise sharing.
The World Circular Economy Forum presents the world’s best circular economy solutions and gathers together the most recognised experts and decision makers in the field. The event is organised by the Finnish Innovation Fund Sitra. Read more: www.wcef2019.com
The Creative Europe Programme provides EU funding to support cultural and creative sectors. It has two sub-programs: Culture and MEDIA. Culture supports transnational cultural cooperation projects, literary translations, and networks to help cultural organizations operate across borders. MEDIA supports training, market access, audience development, festivals, and development of European films, TV, and games. Eligible organizations must be based in EU countries, though some training opportunities are open to non-EU countries. Applicants can find calls for proposals on the Creative Europe website and increase their chances of funding by partnering with experienced organizations and following the guidelines closely.
Presentation by Maria Shaw-Barragan, EIB Deputy Director of Global Partners Department, on the European Investment Bank's activities outside the EU made on 17/01/2017.
Finnish Business Partnership Programme – Support for Projects in Developing C...Business Finland
Finnfund has made positive investments in Nigeria, including in a steel mill and bank. Finnpartnership provides grants and matchmaking services to support business partnerships between Finnish and developing country companies. It has provided grants for two ICT and shipbuilding projects in Nigeria totaling €175,000. Finnpartnership advises Finnish companies and connects them with partnership opportunities in developing countries like Nigeria.
The Creative Europe Programme provides EU funding for cultural and creative sectors. It has a budget of €1.46 billion from 2014-2020 to support cross-border cultural cooperation, training for cultural professionals, literary translations, film and audiovisual projects, and more. The funding is intended to promote European cultural diversity, strengthen the competitiveness of cultural and creative industries, and foster transnational collaboration and audience development. Eligible applicants include cultural organizations, artists, and professionals who can apply for grants through annual calls for proposals.
EU External Investment Plan EaP Business Forum-f.capurso 27slidesRostyslav LUKACH
The External Investment Plan is a new initiative to boost investment in partner countries and address issues like migration. It takes an integrated three pillar approach focusing on innovative financing, technical assistance, and improving the investment climate. A key aspect is the European Fund for Sustainable Development, which provides an EU guarantee to leverage more private investment in priority areas like SMEs and clean energy. The plan aims to help close the major estimated investment gaps needed to achieve development goals through crowding in private resources and promoting a business friendly environment. Private actors are encouraged to engage through upcoming one-stop shops and structured policy dialogues to help remove constraints on investment.
National partners in Quebec are organizing the 4th annual Capital Innovation conference in 2011 to connect innovative entrepreneurs with investors. The 2011 conference will include 6 regional events across Quebec featuring presentations from selected entrepreneur cohorts to local investor boards. It aims to gather over 1,000 investors and entrepreneurs through these events and provide accelerated support and networking opportunities to help entrepreneurs raise financing. Past conferences have helped invest over $7 million and are recognized as a top opportunity for investors to find promising startups.
European Private Equity & Venture Capital AssociationLucas Wyrsch
Executive Summary
Fundraising → Pages 7-26
• Overall fundraising decreased in 2012 by 43% to €23.6bn compared to 2011. This reduction was driven by lower activity of larger funds. In 2012 only 13 funds were raising more than €250m compared to 26 in 2011. Funds that raised in excess of €250m in 2012 dropped in total volume by 51% compared to 2011. In contrast, the volume raised by funds smaller than €250m reduced by only 25% in the same period.
• Pension funds and fund of funds accounted for almost half of all sources of funds with more than 20% each. Family offices & private individuals, government agencies and sovereign wealth funds follow as major sources with 10-12% each.
• Despite macroeconomic challenges, €8.6bn (40%) of funds raised came from institutional investors outside of Europe.
Investments → Pages 27-59
• The overall amount of €36.5bn invested in European companies in 2012 reduced by 19% compared to the previous year. This was due to the weak first half of 2012 coinciding with economic uncertainty in Europe. In contrast, the number of private equity backed companies remained stable at almost 5,000 European companies. Therefore, it was less capital intensive for the industry to invest in a constant number of companies in Europe. About 43% of the companies that received investment in 2012 were private equity backed for the first time.
• The total amount of venture capital invested reduced year on year by 14% to €3.2bn. The number of venture capital backed companies remained stable at about 2,900. For the first time more than 1,000 companies attracted growth investments despite a decrease in amount of 26% compared to 2011. Buyout investments reached €28bn. More than 800 companies received buyout investments similar to the level from 2011 although the investment amount reduced by 19%.
Divestments → Pages 61-72
• More than 2,000 European companies were exited, representing former equity investments of €22bn. While the number of companies remained stable the amount divested at cost decreased by 29%.
• Of all exited companies in 2012 venture capital represented almost 50% and growth 23%. Their typical exits included trade sale, sale to another private equity firm and write-off. Buyout related exits attributed 85% of equity amount divested at cost. This presents a decline of 26%. Prominent exit routes were trade sale, sale to another private equity firm and public offering.
• Initial Public Offering (IPO) levels remained very low. Only three buyout and five venture capital investments were able to take this exit route.
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5. • The Business Plan and the Financial Model set the framework for
– Founding, financing, developing, and capitalising a project
and is therefore a key requirement for
– The project team as well as for their external stakeolders, e.g. investors,
partners
• It is also a living documentation of all relevant aspects of the project
and ist evaluation and value-generation.
The Business Plan is about the Strategy
….. and about money!!!
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Purpose of a Business Plan
6. • … is a key part of the busines plan and the financial plan
• … has to be understood as Sales and Marketing which is the main „cash-
in“ source
Project Marketing is about the Strategy
….. and about money!!!
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Project Marketing
7. • Legal Frameworks as Obstacles
• Missing Awareness and Sensitiveness
• Missing Integrated Concepts
• Missing Integration of Tourism Competence with Business
Competence (Team Composition)
• Missing Sales Forces
High Risks in Early Stages (Financing Gap)
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Financing Challenges
13. National Grant Schemes (Operational Programs)
Regional Grant Schemes (CBC, Danube Program)
European Grant Schemes (Horizon 2020)
International Foundations with cultural and/or tourism orientation
Additional aspects
Free Consulting (Consulting Agencies)
Supplemental Funding
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Sources of Grant Funding
14. European Funds
European Fund for Strategic Investment
European Regional Development Fund
Cohesion Fund
European Agriculture Fund for Rural Development
European Programmes
LIFE (environmental and nature conservation)
COSME (Competitiveness of Enterprises and SMEs)
Creative Europe
Programme Employment and Social Innovation
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Overview on European Funds
15. The International Fund for
Cultural Diversity
• is a means to support the
implementation of the Convention,
by fostering the emergence of a
dynamic cultural sector in developing
countries.
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International Council of
Museums (ICOM)
• supports its network through three major
grant programmes:
* Annual subsidies to International
Committees
* Support to National, International
Committees and Regional Alliances in
organizing special projects
• Bursary programmes to foster the
attendance of young members at the
annual meetings of ICOM’s International
Committees.
Examples of
Donators/Foundations
16. The European Cultural
Foundation
• facilitates and catalyses cultural
exchange and new forms of
creative expression. They share
and connect knowledge across
the European cultural sector and
advocate for the arts on all levels
of political decision-making.-
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Nordic Culture Fund
• to support a broad spectrum of
cultural co-operations between
the Nordic countries.
Examples of
Donators/Foundations
17. DOEN Foundation
• The ambition is to help build a
world in which everyone can
make a contribution. DOEN is
looking for pioneers who will
make a positive contribution to
the following developments:
cultivating positive effects on
Climate Change, cultivating
Culture and Cohesion and
promoting New Economy.
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The Hivos Culture Fund
• set up in 1995, supports
independent artistic initiatives in
developing countries. Those
initiatives must also be accessible
for a wide audience and have
national and international appeal.
Examples of
Donators/Foundations
18. The Prince Claus Fund
• The objective is to expand insight into
cultures and to promote interaction
between culture and development.
The Prince Claus Fund selects
projects and programmes on the
basis of quality, originality,
engagement and development
relevance.
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The Finnish Cultural
Foundation
• is a private trust dedicated to
promoting the arts, science, and
other field of intellectual and cultural
endeavour in Finland.
• provides grants to individuals,
groups, and organizations from a
central fund and 17 regional funds,
and arranges courses, lectures, and
other events.
Examples of
Donators/Foundations
20. • Management Support and Consulting
• Information flow to asses preferable conditions for taking loans
• Local, Regional Networks
• Co-operation within an Innovation Team
• Organisation of and Participation in Fairs
• Loans
But:
• Rating Requirements
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Potential Support from Banks
24. • Private Equity Investors are Co-Owners of the Company: They
share Risks and Profits
• They target Investments in Companies that are not listet in Stock
Markets
• Private Equity Investments target generally for both:
Majority or Minority Participation
• Participation may be active or in-active as well
Private Equity
25. • Private Equity Investor targets a Return of 20% to 25%
• Normally they do not look for Desinvestments
• They use to take Management Responsability
• They target an Exit after 4 – 7 Years
Private Equity
It is almost impossible to attract private equity,
but BAs or CVC may be worthwhile
33. Clear picture of concept
and roles
Commitment of the
involved partners
Perfect project management
(masterplan/timing/decision
making/progress tracking/timeline
Excellent knowledge and
cooperation on possibilities of
infrastructural funding
Appropriate
communications
strategy
Adequate will for investment
Appropriate project
development control
Critical Success Factors