Value proposition

We are on a mission to connect, and support economic & sustainable development in EU regions - and beyond.

Connecting a Global Innovation Partner Network

EBN (European Business and Innovation Centre Network) is a not-for-profit that serves a pan-European, global community of people that use innovative business as a driver for regional economic, social and sustainable development. EBN’s initiatives include EU|BIC certification, development and distribution of quality business support programmes, facilitation and initiation of project collaborations, global networking and advocacy for excellent business support actors like the EU|BICs.

175+ Dedicated members
operating in over 31 countries, covering the full spectrum of innovation sectors, and collaborating for continuous improvement and more impact.

25,000+ Client companies
receive support by our members. Benefiting from expertise and programmes
critical to their growth.

650+ Business experts
committed to the development and growth of entrepreneurial innovators, providing high-quality services to startups, spin-offs and SMEs.

1 Official EU|BIC Certificate
uniquely granted by EBN to mission-aligned organisations as the only certification of quality recognised by the European Commission.

Innovation, Incubation, Entrepreneurship, and Supporting startups