Press Releases

Metavallon VC is the evolution of Metavallon.org. It began its activities 6 years ago as an accelerator for tech startups in the very early stages, in Greece and Europe. The call for interest will be open until April 15, 2018. The evaluation and investment decision will take place in May and June 2018. Interested parties can submit their proposal via the Metavallon VC website.

Startup Europe Week is the largest multi-event of its kind for startups in Europe and the third edition will be held 5 - 9 March 2018. MADE Group CO and ViLabs are the official co-organisers and will hold “SEW 2018: Start(up) from Thessaloniki to EU” to showcase the support and resources available for entrepreneurs in the Region of Central Macedonia. Mentoring and social innovation is offered. The main target is to help startup companies grow and entrepreneurs thrive all over the world.

In the modern economic environment, competitiveness relies upon the development of innovative products. Knowledge combined with the right technological tools are key in developing innovative products & services. Knowledge of such tools is found in industrial bodies (ΙCΤ & other industries) and research organisations (Universities & Research Centres). That's why, their collaboration is crucial for coming up with cutting-edge ideas of international potential and perspective.

What does it take to survive in the startup ecosystem? Business experts and Angel Investors Marina Hatsopoulos and Andreas Baresel-Bofinger will sit down with Thessaloniki Smart Up Innovation Hub teams and give inside advice, tips & tricks and do’s & don’t’s on an open conversation with the audience. Click here to participate in the 1st Hangout event by Thessaloniki Innovation Zone (Deadline:Wednesday 2 December. A selection process will follow.)