Getting Started with European Innovation Funding

Are you an SME with innovative ideas but limited resources to fund them? This event is designed specifically for SMEs looking to explore Horizon Europe - the EU’s major funding programme for research and innovation.

You'll gain a clear understanding of what funding is available, whether your business is eligible, and how to form the kind of international partnerships that open doors to larger, fully funded projects. The session will also cover how to:

• Navigate calls for proposals
• Write competitive applications
• Avoid common pitfalls.

Whether you’re just starting to explore European funding or ready to take the next step, this event will provide practical guidance, examples of SME success stories, and a chance to connect with peers and experts in the field.

If your business is ready to grow through innovation and collaboration, this event is the place to start.

This event is organised by the Innovation Alliance for the West Midlands (IAWM), with support from the West Midlands Combined Authority and Trowers & Hamlins.

Inclusivity Matters:We’re committed to making innovation inclusive for all. During registration, we ask a few demographic questions. Your responses are confidential and used only to improve accessibility and representation at our events.