European Startup Network ivzw
Budget
€150,000
EP Access
0
accredited persons
Staff
2
1.5 FTE
EU Grants
None
Mission & Goals
The European Startup Network is the largest startup organization in Europe, with circa 40 member associations. It unifies national and regional startup associations to create a common voice for European startups so that more can start, scale, and succeed in Europe. With no funding from US hyperscalers, it offers an independent, European view of startup, scaleup and tech policy topics.
EU Legislative Interests
Digital economy and society. Trans-European Networks. International co-operation and development. Research and innovation. Regional policy. Single market. New European Innovation Agenda Digital Markets Act Digital Services Act 28th Regime / EU Inc. Capital Markets Union / Savings & Investment Union Startup and Scaleup Act. Innovation Act Digital Fairness Act
Communication Activities
Publications of white papers and joint statements with other NGOs and organizations. Participation to EC and EP events (e.g., EIC Summit, roundtables, public consultations). Meetings with representatives of EC and EP. Main current influencing activities directed at the EU institutions: ESN is a member of the Startup Forum, a circle of stakeholder organizational representatives convened by Commissioner Zaharieva to give expert input for the upcoming Startup and Scaleup strategy. The ESN has also been a member of the DG-JUST-FOR-GROWTH forum, convened by Commissioner McGrath's cabinet.
Interests Represented
Does not represent commercial interests
Member Of
We are not member of associations, (con)federations, networks or other bodies.
Organisation Members
Our members are national and regional startup associations listed here: https://europeanstartupnetwork.eu/members/
Commissioner Meetings
No recorded meetings with EU commissioners.