ECCC Access-2-Finance in Sofia

DIGITAL INNOVATION HUB TRAKIA

Get ready to learn all about accessing finance at ECCC Access-2-Finance in Sofia on November 28th!

Sofia Tech Park

ECCC Access-2-Finance in Sofia <ul><li>CISOs, business leaders and investors – do not miss your chance to network with topic experts and peers to explore the most current cybersecurity products and solutions.</li><li>Cybersecurity providers - do not miss your chance to meet with fellow end-users and potential business partners and attend the pitches &amp; B2B meetings.</li></ul> The ECCC Access-2-Finance matchmaking event, organised by <a href="https://cybersecurity-centre.europa.eu/index_en" title="https://cybersecurity-centre.europa.eu/index_en" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">The European Cybersecurity Competence Centre</a> (ECCC) and the National Cybersecurity Competence Centre (NCC Bulgaria), in partnership with the <a href="https://women4cyber.eu/" title="https://women4cyber.eu/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Women4Cyber Foundation</a> - Europe, the Ministry of eGovernment of Republic of Bulgaria, <a href="https://cybersecbg.org/" title="https://cybersecbg.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">the Bulgarian Cybersecurity Association</a>, <a href="https://ssibg.org/en/" title="https://ssibg.org/en/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">UPEE</a>, <a href="https://dihtrakia.org/" title="https://dihtrakia.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">the European Digital Innovation Hub Trakia</a>, and powered by the European Cybersecurity COmmunity project (ECCO), will take place on the 28 November 2024 at Sofia Tech Park, Sofia, Bulgaria - "the Venue" hall, Incubator building.The most promising European cybersecurity start-ups and SMEs will take the stage and have the unique opportunity to pitch their cybersecurity innovation and meet with leading investors and corporate leaders from around all Europe. Join us in Sofia Tech Park to interact with other stakeholders from the European Cybersecurity Community and take part in the exchange of information and ideas.Besides outstanding networking opportunities, experts have been invited to discuss the most pressing current cybersecurity issues, and to share their insights in the form of keynote speeches. For European start-ups and SMEs: Ambitious to pitch on a European stage?Are you a cybersecurity start-up or SME with ambitions to shine on a European stage? The ECCC Access-2-Finance offers a unique platform for your aspirations. For your application and more information about the ECCC Access-2-Finance, please download the documents below:· <a href="https://dihtrakia.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/eccc-access2finance-bulgaria-application-guidelines.pdf" title="https://dihtrakia.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/eccc-access2finance-bulgaria-application-guidelines.pdf" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">ECCC Access-2-Finance Application Guidelines 2024</a> (.pdf)· <a href="https://dihtrakia.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/sofia-access-2-finance-bulgaria-application-form.docx" title="https://dihtrakia.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/sofia-access-2-finance-bulgaria-application-form.docx" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">ECCC Access-2-Finance Application Form 2024</a> (.docx) EXTENDED SUBMISSION DEADLINE: November 14th, 19-00 CETOnce you have downloaded and duly filled out the application form, you can upload it (.pdf) with your 5-7 pitch deck (.pdf) through the registration link here: <a href="https://form.typeform.com/to/TTAeHZoS" title="https://form.typeform.com/to/TTAeHZoS" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://form.typeform.com/to/TTAeHZoS</a> .IMPORTANT: Keep your application convincing and concise. Respect the indicated character limit. The selection committee will finally select 8 European start-ups / SMEs to pitch during the ECCC Access-2-Finance on the 28 November in Sofia, Bulgaria. Call for cybersecurity investors and integratorsAre you an investor, industry expert or other cybersecurity enthusiast and interested in joining the ECCC Access-2-Finance as an attendee? Register now through Eventbrite here!Please note that definitive attendance will be subject to official confirmation after registration. <a href="https://bit.ly/EDIHDaysNovember" title="https://bit.ly/EDIHDaysNovember" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">FULL PROGRAM</a> for the ECCO startup pitching session on the morning of the 28th of November and the rest of "EDIH DAYS" event on the 28th &amp; 29th of November:<a href="https://bit.ly/EDIHDaysNovember" title="https://bit.ly/EDIHDaysNovember" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://bit.ly/EDIHDaysNovember</a> ECSO STARtup Award 2025The two best cybersecurity companies participating in the Bulgarian edition of the ECCC Access-2-Finance will be nominated to compete for the ECSO STARtup Award 2025. Nominees will be selected by the local jury and will be invited to participate in the final competition, which will be held in early 2025. During the final ceremony, nominees will pitch to the European jury and will have a unique opportunity to present themselves to high-level investors, corporate executives and cybersecurity experts. For more information, visit <a href="https://ecs-org.eu/activities/european-cybersecurity-startup-award/" title="https://ecs-org.eu/activities/european-cybersecurity-startup-award/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">the ECSO STARtup Award</a>! Women4Cyber Entrepreneurship AwardThe Women4Cyber Foundation, in collaboration with ECSO is proud to introduce the Women4Cyber Entrepreneurship Award. This initiative aims to recognise and celebrate women leaders in cybersecurity and organisations committed to gender equality. Eligible companies can apply for this prestigious award, which not only brings recognition but also offers tailored mentoring and exclusive benefits for growth and success. To qualify, the company’s pitch must be delivered by a female representative. For more info, see the <a href="https://women4cyber.eu/w4c-entrepreneurship-award-2024/" title="https://women4cyber.eu/w4c-entrepreneurship-award-2024/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">application guidelines</a>.

---Venue: Sofia Tech Park, "Incubator" building, <a href="https://sofiatech.bg/en/venue/the-venue-incubator/" title="https://sofiatech.bg/en/venue/the-venue-incubator/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">"the Venue" hall</a>, floor 1How to get there? - <a href="https://sofiatech.bg/en/transport/" title="https://sofiatech.bg/en/transport/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://sofiatech.bg/en/transport/</a>Having difficulties finding us or you need other guidance? - call us at +359 897 813 729 or send us a mail at h.daskalov at edihtrakia.org

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