The Black Sea Accelerator provides a platform for participants to collaborate, learn, and grow their ventures by offering tailored training, mentorship, networking opportunities, and access to resources and funding. Whether they are looking to launch a new venture, scale an existing business, or develop innovative solutions to pressing challenges, the accelerator program equips participants with the knowledge, skills, and support they need to succeed in the blue economy sector and make a positive impact in the Black Sea region.
- Intro
- Pitching Foundations
- Q&A
- Practical Exercise - Participant Pitches
- Investor Q&A
By the end of this training session, participants should be able to:
- Articulate the purpose and value proposition of their business idea succinctly.
- Engage in practical exercises to refine their pitching skills.
- Gain confidence in presenting their ideas to potential investors.
- Learn strategies for effectively responding to questions and feedback from investors.
- Have a clearer understanding of what investors seek in a pitch presentation.
The Black Sea Accelerator participants consist of aspiring entrepreneurs, innovators, and businesses operating within the blue economy sector across the Black Sea region. This diverse group encompasses startups, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), larger enterprises, universities, research institutions, and individuals who have innovative ideas or ventures related to maritime industries, marine conservation, sustainable fisheries, coastal tourism, renewable energy, shipping, and other sectors contributing to the sustainable development of the Black Sea region. They are passionate about leveraging their expertise and resources to address the environmental challenges facing the Black Sea while unlocking economic opportunities through innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable business practices.
- Dr. Ebun Akinsete, Head of the Department of Stakeholder Analysis and Decision Support Systems at ATHENA RC and UN SDSN Greece
- Matteo Bocci, Senior policy Expert at Stratégies Mer et Littoral, BRIDGE-BS
- Eleni Manousiadi, Senior Consultant at Kantor, DOORS