How to Make the Most Out of EBN Techcamp 2024

#Techcamp2024 offers a 2-day platform for EU|BIC managers, operational staff, clients, and investors to take ownership and benefit from the impact of digital transformation and AI on our daily work supporting entrepreneurial innovation.

EBN Techcamp 2024, hosted by EBN and EU|BIC Furthr, is a must-attend event for incubators, accelerators, innovation centres, science parks, ecosystem actors, and innovators to connect and collaborate. At the Guinness Enterprise Centre in Dublin, this year’s Techcamp dives into the future of digital transformation and artificial intelligence.

With the motto of Transform, Innovate, and Accelerate, the event promises a unique learning and networking experience for entrepreneurship and innovation support organisations at the heart of EU|BIC Furthr’s vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Here’s how to make the most of this two-day immersive experience:

1. Plan Your Agenda

With a full schedule of sessions, keynotes, and panel discussions, it’s essential to plan your agenda. The event will cover a diverse range of topics, from the impact of AI on sectors such as healthcare, gaming, and green energy, to the evolving landscape of business and innovation support.

As some sessions run in parallel, be sure to check the event agenda ahead of time and select those that best align with your interests, whether it’s digital transformation, business model innovation, or AI regulation.

Check out the agenda

2. Learn from Industry Leaders

EBN Techcamp 2024 brings together leading experts and thought leaders at the forefront of digital transformation and AI. Engage with speakers such as Kieran McCorry from Microsoft Ireland, who will explore AI’s disruptive impact across industries, Marco Herbst from Evercam, who will share insights on scaling AI technology globally, and specialists from the renowned Trinity College’s Adapt Centre, discussing the EU AI Act and their Ethical Canvas: What to consider when building AI into processes and workflow, the risks, regulation and how it affects human rights.

Remember to take advantage of this opportunity to ask questions and get the most out of these interactions.

3. Maximise Networking Opportunities

Networking is a central feature of every EBN event, and this is especially true for the more intimate setting of Techcamp. From casual coffee breaks to structured networking sessions, the event provides numerous opportunities to connect with peers, potential partners, and investors.

Use also the icebreaker activities organised at the start of each day to share your challenges and expectations, and learn from others facing similar issues.

4. Explore Sector-Specific Insights

Techcamp comprehensively explores how AI and digital transformation are reshaping industries and your daily working realities as business support experts. Whether you’re interested in healthcare, creative industries, or public-private collaboration, Techcamp’s sector-specific sessions deliver valuable insights and real-world applications.

In particular, don’t miss the session on funding AI-powered innovation in healthcare. This discussion will delve into the trends, challenges, and opportunities in investing in AI-driven healthcare solutions.

Additionally, case studies such as the DIGIAGE Programme will showcase how AI is driving transformation within entrepreneurial ecosystems. Engage with these focused discussions to gain a deeper understanding of how AI is influencing various sectors and discover practical strategies for leveraging digital technologies

5. Celebrate 40 Years of EBN: Reflect on the Past, Raise a Glass on the Present, Embrace the Future

2024 marks a significant milestone—40 years of the European Business Innovation Centre Network. Join the celebrations and reflect on the network’s achievements and its role in shaping Europe’s innovation landscape. This is a unique opportunity to connect with the EU|BIC community and celebrate our collective impact of four decades of innovation.