EIC ACCESS+ Info session #9 - Recording available

October 29, 2025

Replay the EIC ACCESS+ Info Session #9: Fundraising Support for EIC-backed Innovators

Are you an EIC Awardee or Seal of Excellence holder looking to strengthen your fundraising strategy with support available in the EIC Service Catalogue? The EIC ACCESS+ Info Session #9 recording is now available for replay, offering practical insights on how EIC-backed companies can benefit from fundraising support and access up to EUR 60 000 in co-funding to access the EIC Service Catalogue’s offer through the EIC ACCESS+ open call.

Key Takeaways:

  • Showcase of EIC Partners  offering fundraising support 
  • Learn how EIC beneficiaries and Seal of Excellence holders can leverage EIC ACCESS+ co-funding to access strategic services that advance their growth 
  • How to apply for co-funding: Application guidance for the EIC ACCESS+ Open Call and matchmaking opportunities through the EIC ACCESS+ Community Hub 

The webinar provided a showcase of EIC Partners offering fundraising services listed in the EIC Service Catalogue, designed to address key challenges faced innovators developing their fundraising strategy:

  • Emanuele Pizzatti, Futurewave AG / SIGF –Business planning, support fundraising, internationalisation – 09:13
  • Regis Hamelin,  Blumorpho – business planning, Investor readiness and fundraising support – 12:55
  • Giorgio Recine, LIRA Ltd – access to finance, business planning, life cycle assessment – 16:53
  • Ira Dinolan, Winnovart – fundraising readiness and investor exposure – 22:05
  • Omer Ben David, Argentum Consultants – Argentum Investment Link, an investor readiness package – 28:40
  • Alex Neagu, Bee Granted – fundraising support – 32:21
  • Kushagr Punyani, SmiLe Venture Hub – SmiLe e-Dragon Academy,  raise international venture capital from professional investors – 33:54

 🎥 Session recording: Watch on YouTube

Hosted by the EIC ACCESS+ consortium, the info session features contributions from the EIC Ecosystem Partnership Programme, the EIC ACCESS+ consortium members, and EIC Partners.
🌐 Apply for funding: Learn more and apply here.

This initiative is part of the EIC ACCESS+ project, funded by the European Union under Horizon Europe, aiming to empower deep-tech innovators with funding, services, and expert support to overcome scaling challenges.

If you are interested in learning more about EIC ACCESS+ co-funding opportunities, we also invite you to watch the recording of the previous info sessions:

  • Info Session #1 which provided a comprehensive overview of the EIC ACCESS+ funding scheme,
  • Info Session #2 focused on choosing the right service provider from the EIC Service Catalogue to cover your specific needs.
  • Info Session #4 provided valuable insights into the benefits of joining the EIC Ecosystem Partnership programme as a service provider to connect with EIC-endorsed deep-tech startups and SMEs and benefit from co-funding opportunities.
  • Info Session #5 focused on how to co-finance the EIC ACCESS+ grant by covering the remaining 50% of service costs.
  • Info session #6 provided insights into the French innovation ecosystem. 
  • Info session #7 focused on support for healthcare innovators.
  • Info session #8 provided support offers for European climate tech innovators 

The info sessions covered eligibility criteria, the application process, and practical steps for EIC beneficiaries to access financial support for accessing the EIC Service Catalogue.

 

For more information, contact us at info@eicaccessplus.eu.