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.
- Overview of 1-1 mentoring sessions offered
- Optimizing Recruitment Efforts
- Designing Visual Investor Presentations
- Open Q&A and Wrap-Up
By the end of this training session, participants should be able to:
- Define the essential characteristics and skills required for their startup.
- List various recruitment strategies and how to implement them effectively.
- Describe actionable recruitment strategies to attract and retain the best talent.
- Create a presentation outline that includes all necessary elements to engage investors.
- Select and use visual aids that complement and strengthen their presentations.
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.
- Ilias Katris, Senior Consultant in the Management Consulting Services Unit of Kantor.
- Anastasia Flerianou, Analyst at Kantor Management Consultants
- Eleni Manousiadi, Senior Consultant at Kantor, DOORS