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SUMMARY:From Europe to the World. New Business Frontiers with EPSI & HiG Sports
DESCRIPTION:The European Platform for Sport Innovation (EPSI) and HiG Sports (a Mumbai-based B2B consulting agency that specializes in sports\, fitness\, media\, and leisure innovations\, you can see their portfolio here) invite members and partners to an exclusive webinar marking the launch of their collaboration. This session will explore business opportunities connecting the European and Indian sports ecosystems and fostering cross-border partnerships\, including a special visiting program in India. \n  \n📌  Agenda\n\nWelcome & Introduction – EPSI and HiG Sports representatives \n\n\nPartnership Presentation – Benefits\, objectives\, and ecosystem overview \n\n\nSelected Pitch Sessions from European and Indian members.  \n\n\nDiscover India Program (Powered by HiG Sports): 16-19 Feb 2026\n\n\nQ&A and Open Discussion – Exploring next steps and collaboration opportunities \n\n  \n✈️  About the Discover India Program (Powered by HiG Sports): 16-19 Feb 2026\nHosted by HiG Sports\, this four-day visit offers a unique immersion into India’s dynamic and evolving sports ecosystem. Participants will engage in strategic discussions\, connect with broadcasters\, sport teams\, leagues\, federations\, government\, conglomerates\, sports tech companies\, investors\, and other relevant stakeholders. \nA 4-day business immersion in India’s sports ecosystem: \n\nTravel to Mumbai (16-17 Feb) and Bangalore (18-19 Feb)\nSite visits to professional sports organisations like the Mumbai Indians\, Knightriders\, Pro Kabaddi League\, Reliance Centre for Sports Medicine\, BCCI Centre of Excellence\nB2B Meetings with government officials\, broadcasters\, conglomerates\, sports tech firms – E.g. JioStar\, Fancode\, JSW Sports\, Tata Sons\, SportVot\, Sportz Interactive\nOpportunities to pitch your solutions to key buyers\, influencers and investors\nAttendance at the Sports Innovation and Tech Summit\, Bangalore\nAttendance at a Sporting Event (subject to availability)\nA tailored package of pre- and post-event awareness sessions\nInformal breakfast/cocktail chats with key thought leaders\, trade bodies\n\n\n🔎  Why INDIA?\nBeing the fastest growing economy in the world\, with over 1.4 billion people (majority of which are Gen Z’s)\, India offers a massive audience and talent pool. This is evident in India’s consumption patterns in sports (particularly digital content) and the growing participation in sports activities. The Indian sports industry is currently valued at USD 19 billion (FY24–25).It is projected to grow at a CAGR of 12–14 percent\, crossing USD 40 billion . While cricket maintains its stronghold\, 90% of 650+ mn Indian sports fans now follow multiple sports .The popularity of sports leagues in Kabaddi\, Field Hockey\, Volleyball\, Table Tennis\, European Football\, NBA further underscores this trend. This landscape presents ripe opportunities for relevant companies and stakeholders to enhance fan experience\, player performance\, youth development\, community empowerment\, and infrastructure.
URL:https://www.epsi.eu/event/from-europe-to-the-world-new-business-frontiers-with-epsi-hig-sports/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251124T090000
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SUMMARY:UEFA Champions Innovate: Budapest 2026
DESCRIPTION:EPSI\, in collaboration with UEFA\, is hosting an exclusive webinar to guide innovators through the application process for UEFA Champions Innovate 2026 — a programme designed to address meaningful\, modern challenges and strengthen the football ecosystem. The 2026 edition focuses on grassroots football\, in partnership with the Hungarian Football Federation (MLSZ)\, calling on innovators to create positive\, empowering environments across all levels of the game. Applications close on 30 November: this webinar is your final opportunity to understand how to submit a successful proposal. \n\n\n\n🎯Agenda\n\nWelcome & Introduction\nInside Champions Innovate 2026: programme presentations\, requirements and useful tips to get in\nQ&A Session\nWrap-up & Key Takeaways\n\n  \n\n\n🚀 Why Join? Benefits for Selected Innovators\nSelected innovators will: \n\nReceive €25\,000 to further develop and pilot their idea\nBenefit from Mentorship from UEFA experts\nParticipate in onsite workshops in Hungary\nTest with local football organisations in Hungary\nHave a chance to present their solution at a showcase event\, in Budapest\, ahead of the 2026 UEFA Champions League Final\nHave a chance to possibly implement their solution across other European National Associations
URL:https://www.epsi.eu/event/uefa-champions-innovate-budapest-2026/
LOCATION:online
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SUMMARY:LIFE Programme: The way to fund sustainability projects
DESCRIPTION:LIFE Programme is the EU’s key funding instrument for environmental protection\, climate action and clean energy. This webinar\, led by Fernando Gomez Hermoso from Euro-Funding (EPSI project partner)\, will give a clear overview of the program\, its priorities\, deadlines and useful tips\, to not miss this unique opportunity relevant to the sports entities interested in financing their projects. \n  \nAgenda\n\nLIFE: The engine of the green transition.\nSupporting the implementation of EU environmental and climate policies.\n2021-2027 Structure: The four sub-programmes: Nature and Biodiversity\, Circular Economy and Quality of Life\, Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation\, Clean Energy Transition.\nHow it works: Practical details\n\n\nTypes of projects: Standard Action Projects (SAP)\, Strategic Integrated Projects (SIP/SNAP)\, Technical Assistance.\nEligibility and funding: Who can apply? (Companies\, NGOs\, Public Administrations\, etc.).\nCo-financing: Typical EU grant percentages.\nSuccess Criteria: Demonstration\, replicability\, and sustainability of the impact.\n\n  \n\nSuccess stories and impact in sports. Presentation of 2-3 specific examples of LIFE projects relevant to EPSI. Emphasis on the results achieved and the lessons learned.\nConclusion and summary of LIFE’s strategic value and useful resources for consultation (EC website\, project databases).\nQuestions and Answers (Q&A): Open discussion\, including technical or contractual eligibility questions\n\n  \nSpeaker\nFernando Gómez Hermoso\nTechnical Manager at Euro-Funding EU Projects
URL:https://www.epsi.eu/event/life-programme-the-way-to-fund-sustainability-projects/
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SUMMARY:EPSI & ACES | Webinar sobre Crowdfunding y Match-Funding
DESCRIPTION:SPANISH SESSION 🇪🇸 \nEste seminario web\, organizado por EPSI y ACES\, está dirigido a todas las entidades públicas galardonadas por ACES 🌟 \nLa sesión tiene como objetivo ayudar a las autoridades públicas a aprender a utilizar el crowdfunding y la financiación complementaria\, junto con la financiación pública tradicional\, para apoyar proyectos deportivos locales. Se presenta en un formato conciso y práctico\, con marcos de referencia\, modelos y ejemplos reales que los ayuntamientos pueden adaptar para movilizar recursos\, involucrar a los ciudadanos y potenciar el impacto de sus iniciativas. \nAgenda\n9.00 – 9.05 | Bienvenida\nRepresentantes de EPSI y ACES \n9.05 – 9.20 | Introducción al Crowdfunding \n\nDefinición\, actores y tipos\nValor para el sector público\n\n9.20– 9.40 | Introducción al Match-Funding y modelos de Match-Funding \n\nQué es y en qué se diferencia del crowdfunding\nTipologías (público\, privado\, híbrido)\nRol de las autoridades públicas\nFirst-in\, Bridging\, Top-up\, 1:1\nLógica de implementación\n\n9.40 – 9.50 | Casos prácticos \n\nEjemplos europeos\nFactores de éxito\n\n9.50 – 10.00 | Cierre e indicaciones de seguimiento \n\nMensajes clave y servicios de seguimiento para autoridades públicas\nCómo contactar con EPSI para apoyo posterior\n\n  \n¡Esperamos verte allí! 🚀
URL:https://www.epsi.eu/event/webinar-epsi-aces-sobre-crowdfunding-y-match-funding/
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SUMMARY:EPSI & ACES | Crowdfunding and Match-funding
DESCRIPTION:ENGLISH SESSION 🇬🇧 \nThe session aims to helps public authorities learn how to use crowdfunding and match-funding alongside traditional public financing to support local sports projects. It offers a concise\, practical format with frameworks\, models\, and real examples that municipalities can adapt to mobilise resources\, involve citizens\, and boost the impact of their initiatives. \nAgenda\n11.30-11.35 | Welcome\nEPSI and ACES Representatives \n11.35 – 11.50 | Introduction to Crowdfunding \n– Definition\, actors and types\n– Value for the public sector \n11.50 – 12.10 | Introduction to Match-Funding and Match-Funding Models \n– What it is and how it differs from crowdfunding\n– Types (public\, private\, hybrid)\n– Role of public authorities \n– First-in\, Bridging\, Top-up\, 1:1\n– Implementation logic \n12.10 – 12.20 | Case Studies \n– European examples\n– Success factors 12.30 | Closing and Follow-up indications \n– Key takeaways and follow-up services for public authorities\n– How to get in touch with EPSI for follow-up support \n  \nWe look forward to seeing you there! 🚀
URL:https://www.epsi.eu/event/epsi-aces-crowdfunding-and-match-funding/
LOCATION:online
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SUMMARY:EPSI & ABSG | Introduction to Crowdfunding
DESCRIPTION:This webinar introduces the fundamentals of crowdfunding\, helping you understand the main models\, who it’s for\, and what makes a campaign successful. \nAgenda coming soon. \nWe look forward to seeing you there 🚀
URL:https://www.epsi.eu/event/epsi-absg-introduction-to-crowdfunding/
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SUMMARY:EPSI & ISCA | EU Advocacy in Sport Policy\, Practice\, and Influence
DESCRIPTION:This joint webinar by the European Platform for Sport Innovation and International Sport and Culture Association explores how the sport sector can influence EU decision-making. From an overview of EU sport policy to a practical case on MFF advocacy\, the session combines theory and real examples. Insights from European Aquatics will complete the discussion with hands-on experience in engaging with EU institutions. \nAgenda\n12.00 Welcome & Introduction \n\nJoint introduction by ISCA & EPSI representatives\n\n12.05 – 12.15 Introduction to EU Sport Policy– Laura-Maria Lehiste (ISCA) \n\nHistorical evolution of EU involvement in sport (EPSI)\nInstitutional framework\nCurrent policy priorities\nKey upcoming milestones\, trends\, and policy windows\n\n12.15 – 12.30 Advocacy in Practice: The MFF Case – Laura-Maria Lehiste (ISCA) \n\nOverview of the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF)\nHow sport stakeholders influence EU budget priorities\nConcrete advocacy actions taken by the sector\n\n12.30 – 12.40 External Perspective – António Silva (European Aquatics) \n\nThe role of advocacy in ensuring recognition and support for aquatic sports at European level\nThe engagement with EU institutions and policy processes for EA\nConcrete examples or experiences\n\n12.40 – 12.50 Q&A and Conclusions \n\nEncourage sharing of experiences across ISCA and EPSI networks\nKey takeaways\nClosing remarks from organisers\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there 🚀
URL:https://www.epsi.eu/event/epsi-isca-eu-advocacy-in-sport-policy-practice-and-influence/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260923
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260926
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SUMMARY:EPSI Annual Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:Where sport innovation meets funding\, partnerships and impact\nWe work for a more sustainable future of sport in Europe\, turning funding into real action and collaboration into measurable impact \nJoin the flagship event of the European Platform for Sport Innovation. Fundraisers\, sport organisations\, companies\, institutions and investors20+ sessions\, pitches and matchmaking moments in 3 days of full immersion in the sport ecosystem. A unique format combining knowledge exchange\, business opportunities and community celebration! \nIf you believe that sport can drive innovation\, sustainability and growth across Europe this is your place.
URL:https://www.epsi.eu/event/epsi-annual-conference-2026/
LOCATION:Peace & Friendship Stadium\, Piraeus\, Greece
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