What is the Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs (EYE) Programme?
Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs (EYE) The program enables entrepreneurs to gain experience at an international level and sustainable business models is an important project that helps entrepreneurs develop their business. This programme is supported by the European Commission and aims to provide young entrepreneurs with the opportunity to work with experienced entrepreneurs. The EYE Programme aims to help entrepreneurs opening up to global markets and encourages them to establish collaborations.
Importance of SEEDBridge Project
SEED Bridge The project is an initiative carried out within the scope of the EYE Programme in cooperation with Türkiye and countries such as Greece, Spain, Italy, Ukraine and Norway. In the period 2025-2028 867 thousand 850 euros This project, which was implemented with grant support, hands-on experience to ensure their earnings and competitive advantage In this context, it is aimed for entrepreneurs to produce sustainable solutions and develop advanced business models.
The Role of ITU ARI Teknokent
ITU ARI Technopolis, stands out as the Turkey contact point of the SEEDBridge project within the scope of the 15th term of the EYE Program. Representing Türkiye throughout Europe in the exchange program, which has included 2009 enterprises since 13, ITU ARI Teknokent brings entrepreneurs together with experienced business people, global collaboration environment aims to create.
International Collaborations and Networking Meeting
Within the scope of the SEEDBridge project, carried out in Italy 34. Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs (EYE) Networking MeetingProf. Dr. Attila Dikbaş, General Manager of ITU ARI Teknokent, who participated in the program, emphasized the importance of the program. Prof. Dr. Dikbaş stated that “As ITU ARI Teknokent, we are carrying out important projects both in our country and throughout Europe with our entrepreneurship and innovation-oriented studies” and that important steps were taken towards strengthening international collaborations.
Program Applications and Participation Conditions
There are certain conditions for entrepreneurs who want to participate in the SEEDBridge project. New entrepreneurs who are in the business phase or have been operating for a maximum of three years, and international entrepreneurs who have been running their businesses for at least three years can participate in the program. New entrepreneurs, have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in an international business, while host entrepreneurs have the opportunity to develop their businesses.
Supporting Social and Green Entrepreneurship
The SEEDBridge project aims to support social, green, digital and women entrepreneurship. In this context, sustainable and innovative business models Various supports are offered to entrepreneurs who develop their skills. The program increases the potential of entrepreneurs, Global Success Stories contributes to their writing.
Other Projects of ITU ARI Teknokent
ITU ARI Teknokent supports entrepreneurship by implementing many national and international projects. Among the completed projects are NIC (2021–2024), has supported the commercialization of innovative products in the Aegean Region. In addition, WeRin (2021–2024) With the project, the integration of women entrepreneurs into ecosystems has been achieved. EFSE The project contributes to the expansion of financial inclusion by providing mentoring and acceleration support to fintech-focused entrepreneurs.
Future Projects and Goals
Among the ongoing projects are DTECH4ENT (2022–2025), supports the commercialization of deep technology initiatives; FAIR FASHION (2024–2027) The project aims to develop university students in the fields of digital and green transformation. MIDAS (2024–2028) project, it is planned to launch one of the first European Digital Centers in Türkiye. These projects support social, digital and green entrepreneurship and help initiatives across Europe competitive power aims to increase.
