Are you developing ICT solutions, products, or services? Are you interested in forming a bilateral partnership with ICT companies from the EU? If yes, you could have the opportunity to participate in a B2B Matchmaking event, organized and funded by the EU Support for the Competitiveness of Kosovo’s ICT Sector project.
The B2B and Matchmaking Event will take place in July 2021 in Thessaloniki, Greece. During this event, six Kosovar ICT companies will have the chance to meet with Greek ICT companies. The aim is to explore potential business opportunities and establish direct cooperation with counterparts from the Hellenic Association of High-Tech and Mobile Application Companies (SEKEE), which represents Greece’s leading high-tech and innovation sector. The event will be organized in collaboration with Enterprise Europe Network Kosovo (Prishtina REA & STIKK).
Day 1: The event will kick off with an opening and introductory session, followed by B2B meetings between Greek and Kosovar companies. These meetings will allow participants to promote their products/services, explore new possibilities, and identify opportunities for collaboration.
Day 2: Kosovar representatives will visit their Greek counterparts to further discuss potential cooperation and solidify relationships.
Kosovar ICT companies are invited to apply for participation in the International B2B & Matchmaking Event in Greece on 8-9 July 2021.
Each participant is responsible for covering visa costs and any expenses not covered by the organizer, such as dinners, hotel phone use, and non-program-related activities.
Kosovar ICT private companies with strong potential for international cooperation are invited to apply if they and their representative meet the following eligibility criteria:
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| No. | NAME OF CRITERION | RANGE / DEFINITION |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sector of Industry | Information & Communication Technologies |
| 2 | Ownership | 100% Private owned (min.80% of equity belongs to Kosovar citizens) |
| 3 | Operating time | min. 3 years |
| 4 | Staff Headcount | min. 5 – max. 250 |
| Economic and Financial Standing | ||
| 5 | Annual Turnover (2020) | a) Between 50.000 € – 100.000 € b) Between 100.000€ – 250.000 € c) Over 250.000 € |
| 6 |
Turnover Share of Export |
+ 30 % of total turnover + 30 % of total turnover |
| 7 | Tax liability | Tax Verification from Tax Administration of Kosovo |
| Manager | ||
| 8 | Good English language | The company should have good English language speaking Manager, who will participate in the B2B event |
| 9 | Manager’s Experience | min. of 6 years of general working experience and at least 3 years in middle or top managerial position in the company |
For all the above Criteria, the applicant should be able to provide a relevant certificate or proof
when requested.
Apply here: (https://ictkosovo.eu/application-form-company-profile) leads to the page of APPLICATION FORM- COMPANY PROFILE – B2B
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: 31st of May 2021
AND MATCHMAKING EVENT SEKEE JULY 8 -9 2021