TASK4ISI takes Budapest: Advancing inclusive entrepreneurship across Central Europe

Date: 11.12.2024
By: TASK4ISI
On December 2nd and 3rd, TASK4ISI partners met in Budapest for the Steering Committee Meeting and the 1st Transnational Exchange Meeting, hosted by Hungarian partners Impact Hub Budapest and MGFÜ – Hungarian Economic Development Agency.

The Steering Committee Meeting brought together representatives from all partner organizations to discuss project progress and plan next steps. Partners reviewed key milestones achieved so far, such as the establishment of ISIHUBs in multiple regions, and outlined plans for the upcoming phases. The meeting highlighted the importance of collaboration, transparency, and participation in fostering inclusive entrepreneurship across Central Europe.

The key topics of discussion included:

  • Updates on ISIHUB activities and their local impact.
  • Future plans for business skills and matchmaking programs.
  • Strategies to strengthen communication and dissemination efforts.

The Transnational Exchange Meeting focused on sharing knowledge among partners and exploring innovative approaches to inclusive entrepreneurship. Representatives shared success stories, challenges, and creative solutions from their regions, showcasing the diversity and potential of the “missing entrepreneurs” that TASK4ISI aims to support. The participants also discussed how ISIHUBs can become sustainable platforms for collaboration between entrepreneurs, local businesses, and support organizations. Through the exchange of ideas, the partners gained valuable insights that can be adapted and implemented in their own regions.

These gatherings in Budapest were more than just meetings, they were opportunities to inspire, connect, and create a platform for future efforts. By bringing together experts, policy makers and entrepreneurs, TASK4ISI is creating a stronger network to promote inclusive growth and social innovation. As TASK4ISI enters its next phase, the focus remains on empowering entrepreneurs from underrepresented groups and advancing sustainable innovation. The lessons learned in Budapest will shape our efforts to establish ISIHUBs and implement programs that will close skills, opportunities, and networks gaps.

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