Strategic Partner Matchmaking Services

This individualised matchmaking service is directed to EIC beneficiaries at all stages (TRL 1-9) requiring strategic introductions to European corporate partners, industry networks, and ecosystem actors. Duration: 4-8 weeks per engagement cycle, on a rolling basis. 

Targets: EIC Pathfinder, Transition, and Accelerator companies across all sectors, particularly those requiring connections with technically aligned partners, strategic corporates at any stage of their development. Goal: Accelerate market entry and partnership development by connecting innovators with pre-screened, strategically aligned corporate partners, and ecosystem actors. 

Phases: 

• Phase 1 - Strategic Mapping (Wk 1-2): Analysis of the innovator's profile, sector, stage, and strategic priorities to define a targeted stakeholder map covering investors, corporates, and industry partners. 
• Phase 2 - Curated Introductions (Wk 2-5): Structured introductions to 3-5 pre-screened stakeholders aligned with the innovator's profile — ì corporate R&D units, industry associations, or strategic partners. 
• Phase 3 - Engagement Support (Wk 5-8): Advisory assistance during initial conversations, including narrative development and follow-up coordination. 

Expected outcome: Qualified introductions to potential partners, a refined pitch narrative, and an active strategic pipeline. 

Implementation: Delivered remotely and in-person (Milan) by in-house senior advisors. Applications reviewed on a rolling basis.