Introduction In the competitive realm of grant funding, particularly within programs like the European Innovation Council’s (EIC) Accelerator, the reliance on consultancy firms that utilize a network of freelance writers is becoming increasingly prevalent. This article explores the dynamics of how consultancies are employing a hive of freelance writers to meet the growing demand for … Read more
Introduction In the realm of grant applications, particularly in programs like the European Innovation Council’s (EIC) Accelerator, there exists a significant asymmetry between the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in writing applications and its capacity to evaluate them. This article explores the dichotomy where AI can streamline the application writing process but falls short in … Read more
Introduction In the vibrant ecosystem of startup financing, non-dilutive grants emerge as a cornerstone, offering vital oxygen for innovation without the compromise of equity loss. This article navigates through the labyrinth of non-dilutive financing, emphasizing its importance for startups and Small- and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs), especially within the context of the European Innovation Council’s (EIC) … Read more
Introduction The journey to secure substantial funding, particularly through competitive programs like the European Innovation Council’s (EIC) Accelerator, is fraught with unpredictability, largely due to the reliance on a vast network of remote evaluators with diverse backgrounds. As startups and Small- and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) vie for opportunities like the €17.5 million total financing available … Read more
Introduction In the intricate world of startup development and grant applications, a structured template emerges as a silent protagonist, shaping narratives and guiding innovation towards success. This article explores the significance of a well-crafted, official proposal template, particularly within the realms of funding programs like the European Innovation Council’s (EIC) Accelerator, and highlights its pivotal … Read more
Introduction In the bustling corridors of innovation and entrepreneurship, the European Innovation Council’s (EIC) Accelerator program stands out as a beacon of support for startups and Small- and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs). By offering a combined package of up to €17.5 million in grants and equity financing, the EIC Accelerator has become a pivotal player in … Read more
Introduction In the dynamic and competitive realm of startup funding, particularly within the European Innovation Council’s (EIC) Accelerator program, the role of expert writers, consultants, and freelancers transcends mere documentation. Their expertise in navigating the complexities of the official proposal template and their strategic narrative crafting are pivotal in securing non-dilutive grants and equity financing … Read more
The EIC Accelerator blended financing (formerly SME Instrument Phase 2, grant and equity) has reinvented itself in 2021 with a new submission process, a larger budget and new success thresholds (read: AI Tool Review). The latter is significant since they directly define how much time companies will need to spend on an application and how … Read more
The EIC Accelerator blended financing (formerly SME Instrument Phase 2, grant and equity) can be viewed as an entirely new funding program under Horizon Europe (2021-2027). It has not only changed its grant proposal submission process but also its evaluation which will likely see significant changes in the types of companies selected as beneficiaries (read: … Read more
The EIC Accelerator blended financing (grant and equity) has undergone a dramatic transition from its first inception out of the now obsolete SME Instrument Phase 2 in 2019 and its following test phase as the EIC Accelerator Pilot in 2019/2020. With a new application process that includes multiple steps, an online AI platform for the … Read more
