EIT Jumpstarter Pre-Application Online Info Session, April 17, 2026

​We invite you to join the Pre-Application Online Info Session, where you'll gain valuable insights into the EIT Jumpstarter – a leading European pre-acceleration programme. 

​​📅 Date: April 17, 2026

​⏰ Time: 15:00–16:30 EEST

​📍 Online

​​AGENDA:

​🔊 15:00-15:10 – Welcome & Introduction

​Overview of the EIT, its Knowledge and Innovation Communities (KICs), and EIT Jumpstarter programme requirements – Alina Dolmate, EIT Community RIS Hub Latvia

​🌍 15:10-15:25 – Innovation Focus Areas

​EIT RawMaterials – Klāvs Ielejs, EIT RawMaterials RIS Hub Baltic

​EIT Food – Kristīne Kramēna, EIT Food Representative Latvia

​EIT Urban Mobility – Evita Jaunozola, EIT Urban Mobility RIS Hub Latvia

​🌐 15:25-15:35 – COST(European Cooperation in Science and Technology)

​European networks that support collaboration, knowledge‑sharing, and career development across all science and technology fields - Maija Bundue

​​🏆 15:35-16:05 – Latvian Success Stories

​Insights from former participants. Featuring ARKai and Boreal Cacao, the 2025 winning teams.

​❓ 16:05–16:30 – Q&A

​​If you're ready to take your innovative idea to the next level, don’t miss this opportunity! We're here to support you in transforming your idea into a start-up and helping you showcase your innovation to Europe.