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Global Synergies: Industry, Open Innovation and International Expansion Conference
Market Access, ieTeam, and EIT Manufacturing West are excited to announce a partnership aimed at driving innovation and internationalisation within the Portuguese ecosystem.
In line with this new collaboration, a conference has been organised on January 25. Join us in Maia (Portugal) for the Global Synergies: Industry, Open Innovation, and International Expansion Conference. This event will bring together industry leaders and experts, providing a platform to explore synergies between industry, innovation, and international expansion.
Participants will have the opportunity to attend a conference aimed at providing insights into aligning open innovation strategies with the needs of international expansion. Additionally, they will have the opportunity to engage in a networking session and enjoy a guided tour of SONAE headquarters.
Have a look at the programme
14:30 Welcome & Opening
- SONAE MC
- Market Access
14:35 Initial keynote – The power of open innovation: collaboration and coopetation to enhance competitiveness
- Marlos Silva, Director I+D, SONAE MC
14:50 EIT Manufacturing – The European community to foster open innovation and growth opportunities for the Portuguese industry
- Javier González, Business Creation Manager, EIT Manufacturing
- Vasco Bernardo Teles, Senior Researcher, INESC TEC – EIT Manufacturing RIS Hub
15:00 Roundtable – Challenges and opportunities for innovation in the Portuguese industry. Moderator: Market Access.
- Vasco Bernardo Teles, Senior Researcher, INESC TEC – EIT Manufacturing RIS Hub
- Iñaki Lasa, Director Innovation and Corporate Venturing, ieTeam
- Marlos Silva, Director I+D, SONAE MC
15:45 Closing words
- SONAE MC
- Market Access
15:50 Networking & 1:1 meetings
16:45 Site visit organised by SONAE MC
Do not miss this opportunity to be part of this transformative event, shaping the future of innovation and internationalisation.