Kranj, January 29, 2025 – The event “Research and Entrepreneurship: Your Opportunity for a Breakthrough!”successfully concluded at the Kovacnica venue, bringing together researchers, entrepreneurs, and innovators with the goal of strengthening the collaboration between science and business. The event was organized by BSC Kranj, the Regional Development Agency of the Upper Carniola region, and the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Ljubljana, as part of the Inno2mare project, funded by the Horizon Europe program.
Inspiring Discussions and New Partnerships
The event offered a unique opportunity to exchange ideas, network, and explore how academic innovations can be transferred to the business environment. Through discussions and presentations, participants gained valuable insights into the process of commercializing research and the key steps for a successful entrepreneurial journey.
The keynote speaker, dr. Rok Stritar, emphasized the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration and presented practical examples of how research can contribute to innovative business models. His lecture on building a winning team and developing a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) received great feedback from the participants.
Event Highlights
✔️ Connecting researchers and entrepreneurs to develop innovative solutions
✔️ Learning from practical examples of successful entrepreneurial stories
✔️ Networking opportunities and forging new collaborations
Positive Feedback and Looking Ahead
Participants expressed satisfaction with the content of the event, gaining concrete advice for the next steps in developing their ideas. “The event was incredibly inspiring! I met new partners who could help commercialize my research,” said one of the researchers.
The organizers are already planning similar events in the future and invite everyone interested in innovative entrepreneurship to join them at upcoming opportunities.
