JO Consulting, as a partner of Work Package 5 (WP5) of the fuTOURiSME project, is pleased to announce the publication of the materials developed within the framework of “Task 5.1 – Research and mapping of existing sustainability certifications and development of guidelines.” What is fuTOURiSME Co-funded by the European Union (EU) under the Single Market […]
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Investing in Italy can be a highly valuable opportunity, especially when supported by an experienced consulting partner. According to the Italian Trade Agency, between 2003 and 2022 the country welcomed 3,571 foreign direct investment (FDI) projects, totaling 161.91 billion USD and creating over 339,000 jobs. Most of these projects (87.7%) were new “greenfield” initiatives rather
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JO Consulting, as a partner in Work Package 4 (WP4) of the fuTOURiSME project, is pleased to announce the publication of the results from the open call dedicated to tourism SMEs. What is fuTOURiSME Co-financed by the European Union (EU) under the Single Market Programme, fuTOURiSME is an international project with the goal—now achieved—of strengthening
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Southern Italy has become a beacon for investors, combining its rich culture, picturesque landscapes, and a growing tourism market. If your company is considering expanding into the Italian real estate sector, now is the time to explore a unique real estate investment opportunity in Southern Italy. In this article, we will analyze some investment opportunities
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As part of the European Union’s cohesion policies, which aim to reduce development disparities between the regions of the Member States, the European project REFERENCE, launched in 2021 and still ongoing, continues. REFERENCE, which stands for REgional Funds for EuRopEaN CohEsion, enables citizens and companies in the member regions of the consortium to find out
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Small and medium-sized enterprises are the backbone of the European economy. They account for 99.8% of all businesses and two-thirds of the workforce. Innovative SMEs will play an increasingly important role in the future, provided they can tackle main obstacles to their growth: lack of skills, difficult access to finance, administrative burden. European Innovation Ecosystems
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Some time ago we told you about the European Green Deal, which was strongly supported by the von der Leyen Commission from the beginning of its mandate. This European call, through the 10 thematic areas in which it is subdivided, aims to finance projects that, by taking concrete form in every sphere of the European
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If you are a SME willing to develop innovative products, services, processes or business models to increase your competitiveness on the world market, you are on the right place. As part of Horizon 2020 Programme the SME instrument supports close-to-market activities with the aim to give a strong boost to your enterprise salesforce. THE SME
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TourINN-act, a project co-financed by the European Union, aims to support tourism SMEs in adopting digital innovations and sustainable practices to overcome the Covid-19 crisis. The project promotes transnational cooperation and capacity building, enhancing the modernization and sustainability of tourism businesses in the medium to long term. 60 SMEs receive financial support to implement innovative solutions through experimental projects, guided by tools such as the Roadmap and the Online Catalogue of digital solutions, along with a matchmaking system to find suppliers.
JOC provides support for start-ups, facilitates matching between research and businesses, and assists with business planning.
The SheFounder_EIW4 project focuses on female entrepreneurship both within the EU and in third countries, aiming to strengthen the competitiveness and sustainability of women-led businesses. It seeks to promote a female entrepreneurial culture, supporting the creation and growth of businesses locally and across Europe. The main objectives include providing training for new women entrepreneurs, facilitating the sharing of experiences between entrepreneurs, improving market access, creating international networks, and supporting EU strategies for sustainable, digital, and resilient transitions.
JO Consulting leads WP3, which focuses on relationship building. This includes analyzing applications from new and established entrepreneurs, assessing their commitment to the project, and facilitating the matching process between new and experienced entrepreneurs.
FEM-Up is a project co-financed by the European Union, aimed at supporting innovation and economic empowerment for women, promoting their entrepreneurship and gender equality. The main actions include:
FEM-Up seeks to inspire young women to overcome social and cultural barriers, stimulating their creativity through training and a competition to develop innovative ideas. The goal is to increase the number of female entrepreneurs in Europe.
JO Consulting leads the creation of the training content and the electronic platform for the FEM-Up Academy.
The fuTOURiSME project, co-funded by the European Union, aims to support tourism SMEs in their digital and sustainable transition, helping them overcome the challenges posed by the post-pandemic period and adapt to the new socio-economic context. The project promotes the adoption of innovative solutions for experiential tourism, enhancing the sustainability of tourist destinations. SMEs in the sector will receive targeted training and support from experts to seize opportunities in digitalization and the green transition.
JO Consulting is responsible for the implementation of an Open Call for tourism SMEs interested in improving their impact in the sector, towards a more sustainable and digital tourism industry.
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