As part of the EIT Higher Education Institutions (HEI) Initiative, the CreaTech project continues to advance innovation capacity within Europe’s Cultural and Creative Industries (CCIs). Throughout November, EMUNI contributed to several key activities supporting this mission.
Showcasing CreaTech at Inovacije in pika – 11 November 2025
EMUNI assistants Gal Pastirk and Rade Trivunčević presented the CreaTech project at the annual event Inovacije in pika, organised by the University of Primorska – Centre for Knowledge Development and Transfer. Hosted at UP FAMNIT, the event featured innovative projects across smart industry, the circular economy, visual sciences, tourism, education, cultural heritage, and the forest–wood sector, attracting experts from Slovenia, Croatia, Italy, Bulgaria, and Estonia. EMUNI’s contribution strengthened the project’s visibility and highlighted its role in supporting creative entrepreneurship and sustainable development.
WP4 Webinar: Digital Tools and Business Models for CCIs – 13 November 2025
In cooperation with the Faculty of Design (FD), EMUNI delivered a consortium-wide webinar titled “Business Model Strategy: Leveraging Essential Digital Tools for CCIs.” The session offered students practical insights into digital transformation, innovative business modelling, and essential tools for building resilient creative enterprises. Conducted via Zoom, the webinar provided actionable knowledge relevant to today’s CCI landscape.
WP3 Lecture: Collaboration, Ethics, and Resilient CCI Business Models
EMUNI and Faculty of Design partners also co-hosted a lecture under CreaTech WP3 Module 3, focusing on interdisciplinary collaboration, ethical innovation, and sustainable business practices in the Cultural and Creative Industries, emphasising their social impact potential.
CreaTech at the International Euro-Mediterranean Congress – 17 November 2025
At the International Euro-Mediterranean Congress on Higher Education, Scientific Research and Innovation, held at EMUNI University in Piran, EMUNI representatives Rade Trivunčević and Gal Pastirk presented “The CreaTech Project: Bridging Higher Education and Creative Industries.”
The congress, organised by the Institute of Economic Development and Social Research (İKSAD, Türkiye) in collaboration with EMUNI, gathered participants from 24 countries across Europe, Asia, and Africa. The presentation demonstrated how CreaTech fosters innovation, enhances creative competencies, and strengthens cooperation between academia and CCIs throughout the Euro-Mediterranean region.
Start-up Booster Program Launches First Pilot Cohort
EMUNI has officially launched the first pilot cohort of the Start-up Booster Program, developed under Task 6.2 of the CreaTech Project. Beginning on 27 October and running until Christmas, the pilot serves as an important test of this new support model for early-stage entrepreneurs in the creative and cultural sectors.
The programme brings together start-ups from Albania, Kosovo, the United Kingdom, Greece, and Slovenia, encouraging cross-cultural exchange and collaborative learning. Over eight intensive weeks, participants progress through the full business development cycle—from idea validation and problem definition to innovation design, financial planning, and pitching. Mentors from EMUNI and partner institutions provide tailored guidance, supported by access to wider innovation networks, including incubators and investors.
A highlight of the cohort is Slovene designer Nika Ravnik, whose zero-waste fashion brand combines sustainable production methods, innovative construction, and sculptural aesthetics. Her brand builds recognition through sales, customer growth, media visibility, and diverse collaborations.
The pilot will conclude in December with final presentations and business-plan submissions. Insights will be captured in a comprehensive Cohort Report, shaping future programme cycles under Tasks 6.3 and 6.4 and contributing to a stronger regional creative entrepreneurship ecosystem.
