What Information Is Needed to Write A Proposal? Posted on August 29, 2017March 20, 2019 By Stephan Segler, Ph.D. Before we begin our first video call, irrespective of a contract being signed or not, both parties will sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) – (details via Email). During our first video call (2 to 2.5h) we will discuss the main points of the project and we will cover everything from the innovation, market, customers, EU challenges, financial projections, Business Model etc. Other than the information discussed, we will also need the following: Any visual material or documents that are relevant to the project or the company (pictures, links to videos, website, list of past clients, publications, awards, magazine features) Full CVs and pictures of the 3 project leaders and the founders of the company Letters of Support (LOS) by interested customers, influential supporters, suppliers, institutions, regulatory agencies, etc. – Templates will be provided Horizon 2020 Phase 1 SME Instrument / EIC Accelerator EIC Accelerator videoIndustries & CompaniesSME Instrument Phase 1Writing Tips
EIC Accelerator The EIC’s One-Stop Shop Funding Framework (Pathfinder, Transition, Accelerator) Posted on January 23, 2023February 19, 2023 The European Innovation Council (EIC) has matured into a full innovation ecosystem for startups and Small- and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SME), often supported by professional writers, freelancers or consultants. Today, the EIC has three flagship, non-dilutive funding programs for companies at all stages of development. These are the EIC Pathfinder, EIC… Read More
EIC Accelerator EIC Accelerator: Reimbursements, Briefings and Programme Managers (Recommendation Series) Posted on May 15, 2025May 4, 2025 The EIC Accelerator funding (grant and equity, with blended financing option) by the European Commission (EC) and European Innovation Council (EIC) awards up to €2.5 million in grant and €10 million in equity financing per project (€12.5 million total) and is designed for startups and Small- and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SME),… Read More
EIC Accelerator SME Instrument Phase 1 vs. Phase 2 (EIC Accelerator) Part 2 Posted on October 12, 2019October 9, 2020 Here is some additional information regarding the EU’s Startup Funding (The SME Instrument) that I frequently get questions about: Since Phase 1 will have its last two cut-off days this year with Phase 2 applications still being open, let me give you the main things to keep in mind… Read More