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  • Startups

SmartGen FMCG Open Innovation Program 2026

The SmartGen FMCG Open Innovation Program 2026, organized by ECR Hellas in collaboration with the Athens University of Economics and Business, returns for its second year. Coordinated by executives from AB Vassilopoulos, Coca-Cola Hellenic, and ACE, the program brings together professionals from retail, supply, and consulting sectors. It invites startups, business groups, and research teams to submit innovative solutions addressing key industry challenges.
  • Startups

The Digital Gate

OpenApply now The Digital Gate is a pilot-driven open innovation program in partnership with Athens International Airport, giving selected startups structured access to real operational challenges and live deployment environments. Apply now & pilot your solution into the real world!
  • European, Researchers, Startups

GAIA-X Accelerator

The GAIA-X Accelerator invites startups, research teams, and digital innovators to develop solutions in secure, sovereign, and interoperable data infrastructures. Participants gain access to mentoring, technical support, and a strong European innovation network. Apply now!
  • Innovation, Startups

The Athenian Nexus Winter Summit 2025

The Athenian Nexus Winter Summit is taking place on the 18th of December, bringing together key stakeholders in entrepreneurship and innovation. This dynamic event unites enterprises, startups, institutions, universities and members of the entrepreneurial ecosystem, fostering meaningful connections and collaborations.
  • Students

Become an InnovACEr!

Do you want to experience the most dynamic student innovation community? Through activities, events, and unique experiences, you will meet new people, develop skills, and become part of ACE! Apply now & join our team!
  • Researchers, Students

Innovation, Tech & Culture Summer School

The Athens Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation (ACE) and ONASSIS ONX — the global new media and digital culture program of the Onassis Foundation — joined forces to launch a pioneering Summer School designed to empower aspiring professionals, students and businesses with the mindset, skills, and tools to shape the future. 

  • Researchers, Students

εnnovation: The Cross-University Competition on Innovation & Entrepreneurship  

εnnovation is a yearly University Competition on Entrepreneurship and Innovation with a four-month duration. The competition is run by a network of 20+ universities in Greece and Cyprus under the coordination of the ACE

  • Startups, Students

IDEA Program: Innovation Design & Entrepreneurial Action

The IDEA Program is an initiative designed to bring together students from different universities and academic backgrounds, empowering them to develop entrepreneurial skills and collaborate on innovative solutions.

  • European, Startups, Students

Start for Future

OpenApply nowStart for Future LEARN 2025 is a hands-on program where participants develop entrepreneurial skills, collaborate internationally, and create innovative solutions in key industries. Guided by experts, they pitch ideas and compete for financial and mentorship prizes.