about
The second edition will bring together SMEs from all over Europe and leading voices from the policy, business, academic and civil society communities to:
discuss the role of SMEs as enablers of digital innovation
outline actions in support of European digital leadership and initiatives that will make SMEs thrive in the Digital Single Market
showcase SMEs’ digital solutions and promote matchmaking to foster business synergies and Alliances for the digitalisation of industrial sectors
wish to contribute?
Visibility
Have your company, association or organisation logo exhibited through DIGITAL SME social media channels, marketing materials, and website.
Networking
Connect with potential investors with a personalized stand in the exclusive hall of the European Economic and Social Committee. Gain the upper hand for your digital solution!
Panel participation
Contribute in the panel finalisation with DIGITAL SME and have your voice heard with exclusive speakers and digital entrepreneurs.
One-year membership
Are you a tech organisation? With DIGITAL SME’s sponsorship plan you can profit from an one-year included membership to the European Digital Innovators Club.
matchmaking platform
The matchmaking sessions are designed to bring together stakeholders interested in exploring synergies and discussing event topics in depth. If you are looking for future project partners, specific products or services for your organisation, as well as just a discussion with like-minded organisations this is the place for you!
essay competition
A unique opportunity for students or recent graduates to showcase their research, insights, and innovative ideas in the field of ICT.
Submit your essay on ICT standardization and win a 6-month remunerated traineeship at the DIGITAL SME offices in Brussels.
The event will feature a series of debates with high-profile speakers, addressing how digital technologies affect the defining challenges of our times.
Discussions will develop on the potential of AI technology; the path for a sustainable digitalisation; the need for up-skilling and re-skilling of the European workforce; the interplay between innovation and competition in digital markets; the role of SMEs as enablers of a digitally sovereign Europe.
master of ceremonies
Ali Al-Jaberi
Tech SMEs recognised in this category have embraced environmental responsibility and demonstrated that technology can be a force for positive change by developing solutions that have a positive climate impact.
It recognises SMEs that have made remarkable contributions to society, going beyond mere business success, achieving positive social well-being and inclusiveness.
It celebrates exceptional projects, stories, and initiatives promoting digital skills in Europe. It recognises SMEs endorsing digital skills for education (EdTech), and fostering digital upskilling and reskilling in the workforce.
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Committed to European integration, the EESC contributes to strengthening the democratic legitimacy and effectiveness of the European Union by enabling civil society organisations from the Member States to express their views at European level.