Are you developing software, AI solutions, or offering ICT products and digital services? Are you interested in collaborating with EU ICT companies? If so, the EU-funded Project “ICT for Kosovo’s Growth” invites you to join the next International B2B event!
We are excited to invite you to a business tour in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur. The tour will take place just before the 4th edition of the World AI Cannes Festival (WAICF) from February 11th to 14th, 2025. The festival itself will run from February 13th to 15th, 2025, in Cannes. During the tour, you’ll engage in tailored visits and discussions with regional stakeholders. These sessions will be designed to align with your business goals and objectives.
The World AI Cannes Festival (WAICF) is a premier international event. It brings together AI innovators, industry leaders, and decision-makers shaping AI strategies. The festival highlights cutting-edge AI technologies and disruptive applications, offering solutions for businesses across all sectors.
During the event, attendees will connect with regional partners and gain support to integrate into the growing AI ecosystem. For more details, visit the About the WAICF page.
The B2B matchmaking event and visits to AI institutes will take place from February 11th to 14th, 2025 in Nice and Cannes, during the World AI Cannes Festival. This event provides an exclusive opportunity for Kosovar ICT companies to meet with leading businesses worldwide. WAICF will focus on AI in sectors like Healthcare, Manufacturing, Retail, and Banking & Finance.
Up to 7 Kosovar ICT companies will be selected to participate. The event will facilitate direct meetings with French, EU, and international businesses. It aims to identify new business opportunities and foster collaboration in ICT, software, AI solutions, and digital services.
The B2B matchmaking event is organized in collaboration with Enterprise Europe Network Kosovo (Prishtina REA).
The event will feature a packed agenda, including keynote sessions, B2B matchmaking, pitches, workshops, and business networking opportunities.
On the first day, participants will visit Nice and Sophia Antipolis, connecting with key AI industry players:
In the afternoon, the group will tour Sophia Antipolis Technology Park, the largest tech park in Europe. They will then meet regional leaders from the AI ecosystem. The day will end with a visit to AKTANTIS, a prominent technology cluster.
On the second day, with support from risingSUD (EEN Marseille), the Kosovar delegation will network with southern French AI companies and key players at WAICF. B2B matchmaking will take place according to pre-scheduled appointments.
Afterward, the delegation will continue to network, visiting WAICF participants, attending various sessions, and taking part in pitching events.
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: Kosovo ICT companies are invited to apply for participation to the International B2B Matchmaking and WAICF Event in South France to be held on 11-13 February 2025.
B2B and Matchmaking offers:
Explore and discuss new business opportunities
Meet and create strong business links
Reach new markets and grow business network
Expenses covered by the Organizer:
International travel and accommodation costs in South France (3 overnights),
IT Platform registration, arrangements and support of business meetings and assistance before, during and after the event
Expenses covered by the Selected Company/participant:
Participants will cover the event participation fee and any other expenses that are not included in the above list of expenses covered by the organiser.
Who can apply?
Kosovar software oriented, ICT and digital private companies with good potential for international cooperation, and if the company and the representative manager meet the following eligibility criteria.
Eligibility Criteria
Selection Criteria
Where to apply?
By clicking the button below, you can apply for the B2B and Matchmaking Event in South France, taking place from 11 – 14 February 2025, and access the APPLICATION FORM
Deadline for application: January 8, 2024