Connecting Business Innovation Leaders
Europe’s leading innovation partner network, fast-tracking your connectivity and certifying your value
We believe that in a world seeking to solve our global challenges, innovative entrepreneurs are the force for sustainable, economic development and greater wellbeing in our local regions.
Becoming a certified EU|BIC or joining the community as an Associate Member means responding to our mission with the best possible actions to create vibrant, thriving startups and SMEs. In other words, EU|BICs take real steps to ensure that their services are best advantageous to their client companies and best advantageous to their regions.
There are now more than 106 Certified EU|BICs and over 43 Associate members and 20 satellites shaping our global community.
EBN (European Business and Innovation Centre Network) is the non-profit that facilitates this pan-European, global community of people using innovative business as a driver for regional (economic, sustainable, and social) development. EBN grants and manages the EU|BIC certification, and many other innovation solutions for excellent business support actors like the EU|BICs.
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EU | BIC community
170+
members
Operating in over 35 countries, covering the full spectrum of innovation sectors, and collaborating for continuous improvement and increased impact.
630+
business experts & partners
Committed to the development and growth of entrepreneurial innovators, providing high-quality services to startups, spin-offs and SMEs.
36,000+
startups
Receive support from our members. Benefiting from expertise and programmes critical to their growth.
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official certificate
Uniquely granted by EBN to mission-aligned organisations as the only certification of quality for business support organisations originated by the European Commission.
Build New Relationships
Fast-track your connectivity. When your organisation certifies as an EU|BIC you join a powerful community of business leaders, support practitioners and innovation partners expanding your reach within your local and international innovation ecosystems.
Improve Your Results
Getting certified and taking the yearly assessment is a powerful mechanism to help your company set goals for improvement, deliver more value to your clients and your ecosystem, and track performance over time. Members gain access to training, peers, technical assistance and funding opportunities.
Engage Trusted Partners
More than ever, people want to do engage with people and organisations they trust. The EU|BIC Certification and its trusted community are among the smartest ways to attract best-of-class clients, investment partners and to participate in revenue-generating projects that help you deliver on your mission.
Amplify Your Voice
The EU|BIC label communicates that your organisation is a verified business innovation leader when it comes to delivering quality business support and empowering entrepreneurial innovators. The third-party validation helps your organisation to stand out, and stand by your mission.
Smart solutions for all your innovation needs
News & events
Sep
20
2024
The EU-LAC Digital Accelerator, in partnership with the Hub Innovación Minera del Perú, is seeking European startups and SMEs to address 15 mining sector challenges in Peru, with two upcoming Q&A sessions offering further details on business opportunities involving digital solutions like AI and machine learning.
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Sep
19
2024
We had the privilege of hosting an inspiring event that showcased the remarkable contributions of women entrepreneurs from EU|BIC CEEI Burgos, Spain. As part of the "Incibe Emprende, Emprendedoras de Burgos" programme, these talented women visited Brussels to explore innovation opportunities and resources facilitated by EBN and our partners.
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Sep
16
2024
EBN Techcamp 2024 is a two-day event in Dublin focused on digital transformation and AI in innovation. With expert talks, industry insights, and networking, it explores AI's impact on sectors like healthcare and green energy, while celebrating 40 years of EBN’s innovation leadership.
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Sep
30
2024
A cornerstone capacity building event designed to highlight the pivotal role EU|BICs play in driving digital innovation across regional ecosystems.
Through five carefully designed modules participants will delve into critical areas of digital innovation exploring strategic approaches and practical tools necessary to foster and sustain digital transformation within their ecosystems. Each session is design to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate and lead in the rapidly evolving digital landscape for business and entrepreneurship support organisations.
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Sep
09
2024
Grand Nancy Innovation (GNI), now holding the prestigious EU|BIC certification, plays a crucial role in the Greater Nancy Metropolitan Area's innovation ecosystem by providing top-tier business support services. This certification underscores GNI's commitment to fostering innovation and supporting startups and businesses in the region.
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Sep
02
2024
We are proud to bring you the 2024 EU|BIC Impact Report - demonstrating EBN's and the EU|BIC community’s impact by applying innovation toward shaping a prosperous and sustainable future in Europe and beyond.
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The pan-European EU|BIC business innovation community and the Certified EU|BIC quality label were designed as pioneering models for economic growth, facilitated by the EBN Secretariat. Throughout the pandemic, we have witnessed how the model of supporting entrepreneurial innovation continues to be the accelerator for recovery and a solution-driver for global challenges.
Our members, who we serve via the EU|BIC community, partners and the EBN team remain committed to co-design our desired future supported by innovation: creating greater wellbeing to European citizens – and beyond.
Our members, who we serve via the EU|BIC community, partners and the EBN team remain committed to co-design our desired future supported by innovation: creating greater wellbeing to European citizens – and beyond.
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