Conclusions
Business Summit 2024
was a Success
ENFA BUSINESS SUMMIT 2024
Fostering Collaboration Across Europe and the Nordics
The Summit in Stockholm was one of the most diverse gatherings of its kind, uniting a broad spectrum of participants, including SMEs, NGOs, embassies, grant specialists, EU Commission leaders, municipalities, research institutions, and more.
Throughout the event, all of the participants had the opportunity to take part in facilitated dynamic workshops on various topics, which encouraged the development of new concepts and partnerships by leveraging the unique synergies of the diverse attendees.
With insightful presentations and panel discussions led by leaders and stakeholders from Europe, the Nordics, and Africa, the summit fostered cross-sector collaboration, sparking ideas and initiatives that promise to drive future growth and innovation within the ENFA community.
ENFA & Innovation Development Fund (IDF)
During the first day of the summit, a cooperation agreement between ENFA and the Innovation Development Fund (IDF) of Ukraine was solemnly signed. This partnership underscores our commitment to supporting the growth of small businesses in Ukraine, which now, more than ever, requires dedicated investment and support.
The summit culminated in a sophisticated gala dinner
The summit culminated in a sophisticated gala dinner, providing an evening of refined dining, engaging conversations, and celebratory moments. Set against the backdrop of Berns's vibrant atmosphere, with the amazing music by xxx, the event offered participants a chance to unwind, deepen connections, and reflect on the day's insights.That was, for sure, a memorable highlight of the ENFA Business Summit.
Our Speakers
Amina Touray
Director of Gambia Tourism Boar
Andréa Råsberg
Country Manager, Reach For Change
Dr. Morten Kieldal
Surgeon at Uppsala University Hospital and advisor to MSF and Operation Smile
Erik Krüger
Deputy Director, Stockholm Business Region
Fabrizio Zucca
Business Development Advisor, EU (CINEA) and EBRD
H.E. Sheikh Al-moustapha Kouyateh
Ambassador At-Large, Ministry of State for Presidential Affairs, Republic of Liberia
Hamid Rahnama
Business Development Executive, Avanade - Accenture Microsoft Business Group
Johan Attby
General Partner, Norrsken Funden & VC
Johanna Brismar Skoog
Ambassador Swedish MSF (Ministry for Foreign Affairs)
Lisa Westerdahl
Chief People and Sustainability Officer and Head of Corporate Comms Karo Healthcare
Mathias Hamberg
Senior Research Officer, Swedish Research Council
Maya Jakobsson
Chief Development Officer, Operation Smile Sweden
Mehreteab Mulugeta
Ambassador of Ethiopia to the Nordics
Michaela Berglund
Founder and CEO, Feminvest
Mikkel Bendixsen
Head of Events, TechBBQ
Natalia Kushnerska
Acting Director, Ukrainian Innovation Development Fund
Niloufar Gharavi
Founder & Secretary General of ENFA
Rune Kongshaug
Co-founder, United Village Global
Sarah Ouakim
Open Innovation Market Lead, Accenture Nordics
Siduri Poli
Chief Growth Officer & IR, Nordic Angels
Stefano Matonte
UN Global Compact and EU Policy
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