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Hanse-Parlament

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Germany (Hamburg)

The Hanse-Parlament is an association of 50 chambers of industry, commerce and crafts from 13 countries, representing over 475,000 SMEs in the Baltic Sea region. It strengthens the economic performance of the region and promotes SMEs in particular, with a focus on vocational training in the EU. The head office in Hamburg serves as a service center, think tank and development department. It develops support measures, tests them with partners and disseminates them to all members. The Hanse-Parlament has been in existence since 1994 and ensures sustainable international cooperation. In 2010, it founded the Baltic Sea Academy, a department with 22 universities from 9 countries that run dual study programs and research projects for SMEs and promote the transfer of knowledge and innovation. The close cooperation between universities, chambers of commerce and SMEs is used intensively for projects.

Vilnius Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Crafts

Lithuania (Vilnius)

The Vilnius Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Crafts (VCCIC) is the largest network of Lithuanian companies and brings together over 500 companies from various sectors. With its comprehensive expertise in consulting, training and international business trips, the VCCIC supports the development and competitiveness of the Lithuanian economy and promotes the internationalization of SMEs. As an experienced member of the Enterprise Europe Network and a leading player in the region, VCCIC offers around 1,000 services annually, including seminars, consultations and study tours to help companies grow. In this project, the VCCIC brings its extensive experience from EU-funded programs such as COSME, Erasmus+ and Horizon 2020. With a team of experienced project managers combining outstanding expertise in internationalization and networking, VCCIC contributes significantly to the development and implementation of innovative solutions for SMEs and VET institutions.

Estonian Chamber of commerce and Industry

Estonian (Tallinn)

The Estonian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ECCI) is a leading and influential organization representing the interests of the Estonian economy, which has united over 3,600 companies since its foundation in 1925 – mainly medium-sized companies from various industries. As a representative of the Estonian economy, the ECCI actively promotes a business-friendly environment and is involved in legislation with around 170 proposals for improvement every year. Its role in the project is comprehensive and is based on its many years of experience in EU projects, where it has already taken on leading tasks and carried out sustainable public relations work. ECCI provides an experienced team for the project, combining project management, operational coordination, PR and the promotion of educational cooperation. With this combined expertise, ECCI is making a decisive contribution to the success of the project.

Stiftung „Mittelstand-Gesellschaft-Verantwortung“

Germany (Heidelberg)

The Stiftung Mittelstand – Gesellschaft – Verantwortung is an independent network for the promotion of SMEs and brings together over 400 partners, including ministries, social partners, associations and research institutions. As part of the “Offensive Mittelstand” project, the foundation acts as a central transfer hub and supports SMEs with practice-oriented standards and targeted training. With a focus on coping with demographic change, digital transformation and climate change, the foundation promotes a trusting corporate culture and sustainable quality standards. In this project, the foundation contributes its extensive experience from over 20 successfully completed projects and specific training concepts for SMEs. With an experienced team and innovative tools such as the “Digital Mentors”, it offers comprehensive solutions to strengthen competitiveness and sustainability in the SME sector.

Wielkopolska Craft Chamber in Poznan

Poland (Poznań)

The Greater Poland Chamber of Crafts in Poznań (WCCP) is a central organization of economic self-government for crafts in the region, which unites over 5,380 craft businesses in 43 guilds and five cooperatives. Its main tasks include conducting journeyman and master craftsman examinations, organizing training courses and workshops and promoting the skilled crafts sector through numerous vocational training projects and initiatives. With its extensive experience in EU-funded projects, particularly in the area of international internships and further training, the WCCP plays a key role in the project. By integrating training materials and specific expertise in the field of artificial intelligence, it strengthens the training offer and prepares craft businesses for future challenges. Supported by an experienced team, the WCCP contributes its expertise in project management and educational cooperation, making a significant contribution to the success of the project.

Hungarian Association of Craftmen's Corporations

Hungary (Budapest)

The Hungarian Association of Skilled Crafts Corporations (IPOSZ) is the largest national employers‘ and professional association for Hungarian small and medium-sized enterprises and brings together 30,000 member companies from over 200 skilled trades. As a committed player at national and European level, IPOSZ promotes the competitiveness of SMEs through targeted projects in the areas of digitalization, green economy and technological renewal. IPOSZ plays a central role in this project by contributing its extensive experience in vocational training and the use of innovative technologies. Through close cooperation with universities and expert networks and regular training sessions, IPOSZ enriches the project with practical training and tailor-made training programs. With this expertise, IPOSZ strengthens the project objectives and actively supports SMEs in advancing the use of artificial intelligence and ensuring their future viability.

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