The EELISA alliance officially presents the STARTUP EXCHANGE PROGRAM, an initiative designed to network the best minds from ten leading European universities. The program is an acceleration and incubation path at the network’s partner incubators, allowing participants to develop their skills and collaborate internationally. It also serves as an opportunity for startup and spinoff exchanges among the incubators of the entire EELISA ecosystem. During this exchange, the founders of startups and spinoffs (linked to EELISA partner universities) will be able to visit another incubator in the network and its affiliated companies for 1 to 2 weeks, specifically to learn about the local startup ecosystem and integrate into the network.

Target Audience

The program is open and dedicated to:

– Students with an entrepreneurial mindset.
– Researchers holding innovative spin-off projects.
– Startups that intend to expand their market.

Objectives and Benefits of the Program

The mission of the initiative is to consolidate the EELISA innovation ecosystem through structured and transnational collaboration. Participants will be able to benefit from four areas of intervention:

– Acceleration Path: Direct access to incubation programs and support at innovation hubs across Europe.
– Market Exploration: Strategic support for business expansion beyond national borders.
– Strategic Networking: Opportunities for contact and exchange with qualified researchers, startups, and mentors within the network.
– Funding Opportunities: Direct visibility for Venture Capital and crowdfunding platforms.

How to Participate

To ensure that the services offered by the incubators effectively meet the needs of the ecosystem, the EELISA Alliance has prepared a mapping and expression-of-interest survey. You can fill out the dedicated registration form by May 30, 2026:

EELISA Startup Exchange Program – Registration Form

An opportunity to actively contribute to shaping the future of entrepreneurship at the European level.