CreaTech Newsletter – Issue #1

We are excited to announce the publication of the first edition of the CreaTech Newsletter, marking an important milestone for this European initiative that bridges creativity, entrepreneurship, and higher education to shape the future of the Cultural and Creative Industries (CCIs).

This first issue showcases the consortium’s progress, with several key deliverables already completed:

  • Project Management Guidelines – led by the University of Tirana, providing governance, communication, and quality assurance frameworks.

  • Data Management Plan – also led by the University of Tirana, ensuring secure, ethical, and interoperable use of project data.

  • Communication, Dissemination & Transferability Plan – developed by ECHN, focusing on outreach and long-term impact.

  • Capacity Building Program Framework – coordinated by CNR, supporting innovation, leadership, and entrepreneurship training for HEI staff and students.

  • Knowledge Lab Toolkit – created by AAB College, offering practical tools to establish CCI Knowledge Labs in HEIs.

  • Start-Up Booster Blueprint – designed by EMUNI University, a tailor-made acceleration program for creative and cultural start-ups.

What’s next?
The coming months will see the launch of CCI Knowledge Labs across partner universities, mentoring pilot programs for creative entrepreneurs, and the introduction of the CreaTech Digital Platform — an interactive hub for learning, exchange, and collaboration across Europe’s creative and academic ecosystems.

Mailing address: info@crea-tech.eu