Webinar: Internationalisation Opportunities between Europe and Latin America & the Caribbean

Exploring Global Markets

In an increasingly complex and fragmented global environment, internationalisation requires more than traditional market-entry strategies. Companies need new, integrated approaches that combine technological readiness, cultural understanding, and ecosystem collaboration. Enterprise Support Organisations (ESOs) play a critical role in guiding companies through this process and must be equipped with methodologies that enable sustainable and impact-driven international growth.

Internationalisation Opportunities between Europe and Latin America & the Caribbean

In the second webinar of our series dedicated to internationalisation, we explore innovation ecosystems, cooperation programmes, and partnership opportunities across the EU–LAC region.

When: 21 April, from 14h to 16h

Expected Outcomes

Understand how innovative approaches can be used as practical tools for internationalisation
Gain insights into regional innovation ecosystems and collaboration models
Learn how to support companies in co-creating and scaling solutions across borders
Strengthen their capacity to connect European companies with international partners

Agenda

14:00 – 14:10 | Setting the scene: EBN’s approach to Internationalisation

An overview of EBN’s strategic vision and commitment to supporting internationalisation and cross-border collaboration by Laura Lecci, CEO, EBN

14:10 – 14:20 | Building bridges between Europe and LAC

Insights on the current EU-LAC cooperation initiatives, with focus on key lessons learned by Rubén Carrandi, Senior Project Leader, EBN

14:20 – 14:40 | Understanding the LAC ecosystem: challenges and opportunities

A chat on the key dynamics of the LAC innovation landscape and how organisations can effectively engage with regional ecosystems and partnership models.

Speakers:

Moderated by Livia Marcantonio, Head of International Projects, EBN
Valeria Centinaro, Head of International Projects, Funding and Opportunities Department, Promos Italia
Alejandro López Rethen, Senior Project Manager, Baliera

14:40 – 14:55 | Deep dive into the Caribbean specificities

A focused exploration of the Caribbean as a strategic sub-region, highlighting its business environment, market characteristics, and role in facilitating international collaboration.

Speakers

Moderated by Covadonga Rayon, Project Manager, EBN
César Yammal, President, Innovos Group
Leo Naut, Deputy Executive Director, Caribbean Export Development Agency

15:05 – 15:35 | EU–LAC Cooperation in Action: ESO Perspectives from the Field

A round table shedding light on cooperation programmes which are effectively supporting internationalisation strategies.

Speakers:

Moderated by Leo Naut, Deputy Executive Director, Caribbean Export Development Agency
Henrique Reis, International Office Coordinator, Supera Parque
Pablo Ignacio Peralta, Incubatoras LAT
Alejandro Pantoja, Executive Director, OpenBeauchef