The 22nd INSME Annual Meeting, taking place on 12–13 October 2026 at the Chamber of Commerce of Heraklion, Crete (Greece),

 The 22^nd INSME Annual Meeting, taking place on 12–13 October 2026 at the Chamber of Commerce of Heraklion, Crete (Greece), co-organised with Enterprise Greece will focus on “Driving SME Competitiveness: Innovation, Sustainability and Growth”. 

As global economic and technological changes continue to reshape the business landscape, strengthening the competitiveness of SMEs has become more important than ever: artificial intelligence, sustainability, innovation, and access to finance are no longer separate challenges, but intertwined drivers of growth.

The extensive programme available here includes:

• SMEs' adoption of Artificial Intelligence, robotics, and automation
• Sustainability and green innovation as drivers of competitiveness
• Regional innovation ecosystems and technology transfer
• Access to finance and talent to support SME growth

 

Hosted in the vibrant city of Heraklion, on the beautiful island of Crete, the Annual Meeting will also offer valuable networking opportunities alongside a rich cultural programme showcasing the island's unique heritage and hospitality.

To confirm your participation, please complete the registration form available here. Once your registration has been reviewed, you will receive a confirmation email.

We look forward to welcoming you to Crete.
 

Kind regards,

INSME Secretariat