Description
In today's rapidly evolving economic landscape, the ability to accurately measure the impact of cluster initiatives is more important than ever. Clusters are vital engines of innovation, competitiveness, and regional development, driving significant economic and social transformations. As policymakers and stakeholders seek to optimize the benefits of clusters, there is a growing need for a robust understanding of how to capture their multifaceted contributions. They can relate to the direct impact on their members, the impact on the regional ecosystem, or the wider economic network. Some of the aspects to highlight are how clusters influence innovation, job creation, and sustainability, while also looking at their role for the green and digital transition.
The European Cluster Collaboration Platform, on behalf of the European Commission, organised the EU Clusters Talk “Impact Insights: Measuring and Optimising Cluster Performance” on 18 September, 8:30 – 9:45 CET, to open the dialogue on how to assess a cluster’s impact and discuss approaches for measuring the true value of clusters in Europe’s economy.
Speakers included:
- James Wilson, Research Director, Orkestra -Basque Institute of Competitiveness Teaching Faculty, Deusto Business School
- Gerard Meier zu Köcker, Executive Director, RegioClusterAgentur Baden-Württemberg
- Kristiina Jokelainen, CEO, SmartNorth, Ltd.
- Gabriela Macoveiu, Director Communication, Innovation and External Cooperation, ADR North East Regional Development Agency
This even is part of regular online meetings brought to the cluster community by the European Cluster Collaboration Platform. They offer up-to-date insights into the latest industrial policies and clusters’ involvement, projects and best practices, the latest ECCP news, and funding opportunities. The EU Clusters Talks are a space to exchange knowledge and to discuss cluster-relevant topics, which will change with every meeting.
Summary
Please find here the slides of this EU Clusters Talk.
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