European Entrepreneurs CEA-PME

📣 An economy of trust needs an integrated, true #SingleMarket! On September 3rd, Mr. Enrico Letta, President of the Jacques Delors Institute and Author of the "Much More than a Market" 2024 Report, will kick off our SME2B Business Forum 2024. Mr. Letta has thoroughly assessed the European economy, and his findings are clear: the key to steering the economy in the right direction lies in listening to the voices of #SMEs and #MidCaps. 👉 Join CEA-PME as we build an SME- and Mid-caps-friendly Roadmap for 2024-2030. https://lnkd.in/dny9k48N #SME2B24 #EconomyOfTrustEU #CEAPME #EuropeanCompetitiveness Confapi BVMW - Bundesverband mittelständische Wirtschaft e.V. Österreichischer Gewerbeverein ÖGV European Association of Institutes for Vocational Training (EVBB) Regionalna Izba Gospodarcza w Katowicach COTEC Portugal AFDEE Ondernemers voor Ondernemers vzw Sunrise Tech Park SBC - Slovenian Business Club ADEGI - Asociación de Empresas de Gipuzkoa MÜSİAD ESBA - European Small Business Alliance Eurojuris International Danish Export Association Asociace malých a středních podniků a živnostníků ČR European Business Association METI - Mouvement des Entreprises de Taille Intermédiaire SMB Norge Airborne Wind Europe PÁTOSZ European Business Association Georgia Accountancy Europe

🌍 European Entrepreneurs CEA-PME is working towards achieving an #EconomyOfTrustEU, and that includes broadening relations with international partners. This September, we are adding new signatories to the EU-African SME Alliance at the #SME2B24 Forum. Join us together with visionary entrepreneurs and policymakers for a full day dedicated to Building a European Economy of Trust 👇👇 https://lnkd.in/dny9k48N #SMEs #MidCaps #CEAPME #EuropeanCompetitiveness Confapi BVMW - Bundesverband mittelständische Wirtschaft e.V. Österreichischer Gewerbeverein ÖGV European Association of Institutes for Vocational Training (EVBB) Regionalna Izba Gospodarcza w Katowicach COTEC Portugal AFDEE Ondernemers voor Ondernemers vzw Sunrise Tech Park SBC - Slovenian Business Club ADEGI - Asociación de Empresas de Gipuzkoa MÜSİAD ESBA - European Small Business Alliance Eurojuris International Danish Export Association Asociace malých a středních podniků a živnostníků ČR European Business Association METI - Mouvement des Entreprises de Taille Intermédiaire SMB Norge Airborne Wind Europe PÁTOSZ European Business Association Georgia Accountancy Europe

To build an economy of trust we need to foster policies of trust. Mr. Boni Garcia Porras, Head of Unit SME Policy at DG GROW, will be part of the CEA-PME Real Economy Working Groups launch - this fall at the #SME2B24 Forum. On 3 September, we develop a new approach for European #SMEs and #MidCaps Competitiveness. Secure your seat at the link below: https://lnkd.in/exdZ2_Rv #EconomyOfTrustEU #EuropeanCompetitiveness

A new Start for Europe’s #SMEs and #MidCaps with MORE TRUST, better enforcement, and faster approvals? The new Commission responds to the concerns raised by the European entrepreneurs through CEA-PME. There should be less red tape alongside companies being directly involved in implementing new policies. We look forward to seeing this in action, particularly with the CO2 reduction target for 2040, which needs to be more realistic for SMEs and Mid-Caps. https://lnkd.in/dHseVbg8 🗓 Trust in the European entrepreneurs is also the main topic of our #SME2B24 Forum. On 3 Sep, we debate how Europe can enhance its Potential and regain Competitiveness. Join us 👇👇 https://lnkd.in/dny9k48N #EconomyOfTrustEU #CEAPME #EuropeanCompetitiveness Confapi BVMW - Bundesverband mittelständische Wirtschaft e.V. Österreichischer Gewerbeverein ÖGV European Association of Institutes for Vocational Training (EVBB) Regionalna Izba Gospodarcza w Katowicach COTEC Portugal AFDEE Ondernemers voor Ondernemers vzw Sunrise Tech Park SBC - Slovenian Business Club ADEGI - Asociación de Empresas de Gipuzkoa MÜSİAD ESBA - European Small Business Alliance Eurojuris International Danish Export Association Asociace malých a středních podniků a živnostníků ČR European Business Association METI - Mouvement des Entreprises de Taille Intermédiaire SMB Norge Airborne Wind Europe PÁTOSZ European Business Association Georgia Accountancy Europe

European #SMEs & #MidCaps are the key driving force guaranteeing Europe’s wealth. At the #SME2B24 Forum, business experts, entrepreneurs, and policymakers gather together to set up A new Growth Agenda for Europe and the European Mittelstand, one with trust at its core. Join CEA-PME on 3 September for a full day of sessions to build a #EconomyOfTrustEU! Register here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dny9k48N #CEAPME #EuropeanCompetitiveness Confapi BVMW - Bundesverband mittelständische Wirtschaft e.V. Österreichischer Gewerbeverein ÖGV European Association of Institutes for Vocational Training (EVBB) Regionalna Izba Gospodarcza w Katowicach COTEC Portugal AFDEE Ondernemers voor Ondernemers vzw Sunrise Tech Park SBC - Slovenian Business Club ADEGI - Asociación de Empresas de Gipuzkoa MÜSİAD ESBA - European Small Business Alliance Eurojuris International Danish Export Association Asociace malých a středních podniků a živnostníků ČR European Business Association METI - Mouvement des Entreprises de Taille Intermédiaire SMB Norge Airborne Wind Europe PÁTOSZ European Business Association Georgia Accountancy Europe

🚀 Discover the Impact of Digitalisation on Tourism: Empowering SMEs 🚀 ⭐️ On July 8th, as part of the activities of TourX project, European Entrepreneurs CEA-PME, European Association of Institutes for Vocational Training (EVBB), and European Vocational Training Association - EVTA co-organized a conference to explore challenges and opportunities surrounding the #digitaltransformation of the tourism sector, with an emphasis on the pivotal role of skills development & #vocationaltraining. 🗣️Ms. Isabel Yglesias Julià, member of the European Social and Economic Committee highlighted the need for digitalization to foster a sustainable and competitive tourism sector, emphasising the Palma Declaration. 🗣️Mr. Felix Rohn from the European Commission’s DG Employment noted, “If you can make the customer happy, digitalization enhances your business,” stressing the importance of upskilling the workforce. 🗣️Mr. Stefan Moritz, Secretary General of European Entrepreneurs CEA-PME advocated for in-house development and work-based learning to enhance employer attractiveness and job-specific skills. During the following panel discussion, interesting insight raised from different perspectives: 🇪🇺 Ms. Misa Labarile, PhD Labarile from the European Commission's DG GROW highlighted the Commission’s 'soft approach,' focusing on funds, policy coordination, and best practices, alongside the need for regional data systems. 🗺️ Ms. Valeria Tudisco from the regional perspective, discussed the approach adopted at the regional level,  promoting cultural activities and supporting over 2,000 operators in Umbria region, many lacking digital skills. 💬 From the perspective of the VET experts, Ms. Sytske Valk from Katapult and Ms. Clara Agostini Campista from EVTA emphasised the priority of integrating digital skills in VET schools to attract technologically skilled individuals. They also highlighted the importance of green and digital skills for SMEs, noting funding challenges and the necessity of skills development for visibility and adaptation. 📝 Geographical location and lack of necessary technical competences strongly affect the way tourism enterprises respond to digitalisation. In this context, it is essential to give the right support to #SMEs to enhance the skills-development in their workforce and remain #competitive in the global tourism market #Digitalization #Tourism #SMEs #VocationalExcellence #Sustainability #WorkforceDevelopment #EuropeanEntrepreneurs #CEA-PME #EVBB #EVTA #TourX iekAKMIedu BK CON Camera di Commercio Italo-Ellenica di Salonicco DAISSy research group Small Enterprises' Institute - IME GSEVEE Mundus ENAIP Veneto Confindustria Veneto SIAV Universidade de Aveiro ASOFUER Turismo Fuerteventura EU Project Innovation Centre Escuela de Hostelería Europea Ausbildungsverbund Teltow e.V. - Berufliches Bildungszentrum Bildungszentrum Der IHK Potsdam Regional Development Fund of Attica ST Skills Together Regione Veneto DEHOGA Bundesverband

On 3 September, we're launching the Real Economy Working Groups to regain #EuropeanCompetitiveness on: 🌱 Sustainable Growth 🌍 International Trade 📉 Labour Shortage   🛡 Security & Defence The potential is here. We need to build trust for the European #SMEs & #MidCaps. Join CEA-PME in Building a European Economy of Trust at the #SME2B24 Forum 👇👇 https://lnkd.in/dny9k48N #EconomyOfTrustEU #CEAPME Confapi BVMW - Bundesverband mittelständische Wirtschaft e.V. Österreichischer Gewerbeverein ÖGV European Association of Institutes for Vocational Training (EVBB) Regionalna Izba Gospodarcza w Katowicach COTEC Portugal AFDEE Ondernemers voor Ondernemers vzw Sunrise Tech Park SBC - Slovenian Business Club ADEGI - Asociación de Empresas de Gipuzkoa MÜSİAD ESBA - European Small Business Alliance Eurojuris International Danish Export Association Asociace malých a středních podniků a živnostníků ČR European Business Association METI - Mouvement des Entreprises de Taille Intermédiaire SMB Norge Airborne Wind Europe PÁTOSZ European Business Association Georgia Accountancy Europe

An Economy of Trust means the EU and national lawmakers trust #SMEs and #MidCaps and their capacity to create added value. However, this isn't the only aspect. Mr. Christoph Ahlhaus, the President of the European Entrepreneurs CEA-PME and Executive Chairman of BVMW - Bundesverband mittelständische Wirtschaft e.V., will kick off our conversation on establishing a European Economy of Trust this autumn. With experience spanning various sectors, including being a member of the Austrian parliament, state councillor, internal affairs senator, and first mayor of Hamburg, Christoph Ahlhaus is a strong advocate for European entrepreneurs. Let's raise trust for the European business ecosystem! Register for #CEAPME's #SME2B24 Forum! https://lnkd.in/dny9k48N #EconomyOfTrustEU #EuropeanCompetitiveness Confapi Österreichischer Gewerbeverein ÖGV European Association of Institutes for Vocational Training (EVBB) Regionalna Izba Gospodarcza w Katowicach COTEC Portugal AFDEE Ondernemers voor Ondernemers vzw Sunrise Tech Park SBC - Slovenian Business Club ADEGI - Asociación de Empresas de Gipuzkoa MÜSİAD ESBA - European Small Business Alliance Eurojuris International Danish Export Association Asociace malých a středních podniků a živnostníků ČR European Business Association METI - Mouvement des Entreprises de Taille Intermédiaire SMB Norge Airborne Wind Europe PÁTOSZ European Business Association Georgia Accountancy Europe

The European Commission joins CEA-PME in Building an Economy of Trust. We are glad to have Mr. Hubert Gambs, Deputy Director General of DG GROW, as a keynote speaker on September 3rd. Hubert Gambs is a seasoned expert with a background in regional policies, competition, external relations, and maritime affairs. Since 2020, he has been working at DG GROW, witnessing the many market and industry transformations that impact #SMEs and #MidCaps. Join us on our roadmap to more business trust and register for our SME2B Business Forum 2024: https://lnkd.in/dny9k48N #SME2B24 #EconomyOfTrustEU #CEAPME #EuropeanCompetitiveness Confapi BVMW - Bundesverband mittelständische Wirtschaft e.V. Österreichischer Gewerbeverein ÖGV European Association of Institutes for Vocational Training (EVBB) Regionalna Izba Gospodarcza w Katowicach COTEC Portugal AFDEE Ondernemers voor Ondernemers vzw Sunrise Tech Park SBC - Slovenian Business Club ADEGI - Asociación de Empresas de Gipuzkoa MÜSİAD ESBA - European Small Business Alliance Eurojuris International Danish Export Association Asociace malých a středních podniků a živnostníků ČR European Business Association METI - Mouvement des Entreprises de Taille Intermédiaire SMB Norge Airborne Wind Europe PÁTOSZ European Business Association Georgia Accountancy Europe

Join our journey! 🌍 So much has happened at Smart Step in the past few months! But you still have time to join us on this incredible journey by following our progress and learning with us. You can already dive into the state-of-the-art of entrepreneurship in Ghana and Cameroon and start exploring our Knowledge Exchange Platform. But first, let’s remind you what Smart Step is all about and our main objectives. 📈 Mundus IDEAS UPV VIS Volontariato Internazionale per lo Sviluppo INTIME UNIVERSITY Start-Up SME Centres (SSC) Ghana Ltd. European Entrepreneurs CEA-PME Apodissi #DBYN #DonBoscoMimboman #leadingtheway #Entrepreneurship #Ghana #Cameroon #Innovation #startups