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The Assembly of European Regions (AER) is the largest independent network of regions in wider Europe, gathering regions from 25 countries—from Norway to Turkey and from Georgia to Portugal. The AER is present everywhere on the European continent, inside and outside the European Union. It is the place to be for regional stakeholders across Europe: for politicians, officers, experts and activists.
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European Entrepreneurs CEA-PME (Confédération Européenne des Associations de Petites et Moyennes Entreprises) is the largest confederation of voluntarily associated small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in We are a Brussels-based business federation which currently counts 27 European associations among its members, with more than million enterprises, employing over 20 million people. It maintains relationships with 15 partner associations in Europe, the Americas, Africa, Asia, Australia and New Zealand.
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ECGI is a global research network and international scientific non-profit association providing a forum for debate and dialogue between academics, legislators, and practitioners, focusing on major corporate governance and stewardship issues. It is a membership organisation open to all those with an interest in corporate governance and stewardship. Its 327* appointed research members publish their work on corporate governance in the ECGI Working Paper Series, a trusted source of global research used by practitioners and academics worldwide. *as at 24 May 2021.
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The European Commission initiated the establishment of a European Advanced Manufacturing Support Centre to help SMEs assess the possibility of adopting both advanced manufacturing solutions as well as social innovation strategies thereby transforming their organization towards next-generation factories with more competitive, modern and sustainable production.
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Diesis Network is a growing Ecosystem for Ecosystems, supporting a new economy based on social and economic impact.
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The Europe-Africa-Caribbean-Pacific Liaison Committee (COLEACP) is a private sector interprofessional association not-for-profit established in 1973 by stakeholders in the international fruit and vegetable trade. COLEACP is a network of companies, professional organisations and experts, committed to inclusive and sustainable agriculture. Operationally, COLEACP is a technical assistance tool supporting a sustainable and inclusive development of the private sector (SMEs)and the enabling environment (incl. competent authorities) in 50 countries (outside the EU). Since its creation, COLEACP has been managing development projects in the ACP agricultural and food sector, financed by international donors (mainly EU). The overall objective of the current EU programmes (Fit for Market and Fit for Market SPS) is to reduce poverty, improve food security and food safety, and ensure sustainable and inclusive growth by strengthening the agri-food sector in ACP countries. The specific objective is to enable smallholders, farmer groups and organisations,and MSMEs to access domestic, regional and international markets by complying with SPS issues and market requirements, in a sustainable framework.
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The China IP SME Helpdesk supports European Union (EU) Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) to both protect and enforce their Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) in or relating to Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan through the provision of free information and services. These take the form of jargon-free, first-line, confidential advice on intellectual property and related issues, plus training, materials and online resources. The Helpdesk's free services for European SMEs include: Helpdesk Enquiry Service – Confidential Advice Individual SMEs and SME intermediaries can submit IPR enquiries directly to the Helpdesk via phone, email or in person, getting access to a panel of experts to receive free and confidential first-line advice. Send your queries to [email protected] to receive and expert reply within three working days. Training The Helpdesk arranges training on China IPR protection and enforcement in Europe and China, tailored to the needs of SMEs: General IPR issues, including IP registration and establishing an IP protection strategy. Practical business challenges such as choosing a Chinese business partner, attending a trade fair, licensing. Helpdesk IPR Clinics offering SMEs free 20-minute one-on-one consultations with an IP expert are available at many training events. Train-the-trainer resources for SME service providers and intermediary bodies to improve the awareness of intermediary representatives about the scope and tools offered by the China IPR SME Helpdesk. Materials Browse the Helpdesk industry and business-focused guides and training materials that address China IPR issues by: IP Factsheets for Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan. IP topic, including patents, trade marks, copyrights, licensing, dealing with counterfeiting. Business focus, including IP as a business asset, technology transfer, finding the right lawyer. Industry, including textiles, medical devices, ceramics etc. How to guide for step-by-step guidance to complete IP protection or registration processes in China Online Services The multi-lingual online portal () provides easy access for all EU SMEs to Helpdesk information and services, including Helpdesk guides, E-learning modules, event information, live webinars, infographics, podcasts and the Serious Game.
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European Business Service Alliance (EBSA) brings together the European associations within the business services sector. Business services are important for the European economy, however they are often invisible in our everyday lives.EBSA’s vision is to achieve an internal market for business services in the EU, and to gain recognition for the important role business services play in the European economy.EBSA therefore work on increasing knowledge, visibility and recognition of the business services industry at the European level and promote the convergence of views and positions expressed by European Business Services associations in order to enhance our ability to make strong representations to the EU Institutions and other relevant European and international stakeholders.
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Fire Safe Europe (FSEU) is a unique alliance of fire experts, firefighters, associations, and international companies. FSEU’s mission is to improve fire safety in buildings for people and society.
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In the European Standardisation System, Small Business Standards' mission is to: Represent the interests of SMEs in the standardisation process; Raise their awareness about standardisation and facilitating their uptake of standards; Motivate them to engage in the standardisation process. The association represents the interests of 12 million SMEs through 21 SME member organisations.
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The Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry (FESI) is the pre-competitive platform representing the interests of the sporting goods industry in Europe, advancing its members’ priorities and promoting initiatives that benefit the sector, EU citizens and the society as a whole.
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The Leuven Centre for Global Governance Studies is an interdisciplinary research centre of the Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Leuven (KU Leuven), Belgium. It has been founded in 2007 and was recognized as a KU Leuven Centre of Excellence in 2010. In 2016 GGS was recognized by the European Commission as a “Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence on Human Rights and the Rule of Law in Europe and the World”, a tremendous honour and European recognition of our work. In 2018 GGS kicked off RECONNECT, a large-scale Horizon 2020 project on ‘Reconciling Europe with its Citizens through Democracy and the Rule of Law’, as well as CONNECTIVITY, a six-year research programme on ‘Connectivity, Contestation and Cooperation in Global Governance’. GGS aims to make high-quality, fundamental and policy-relevant contributions to the study of globalization, global governance processes and multilateralism, with a particular focus on the role of the European Union. In full recognition of the complex issues involved, GGS approaches global governance from a multi-level and multi-actor perspective. GGS considers non-European perspectives to global governance of great importance. It hosts the EU-China Focus and the Leuven India Focus, organizes regularly transatlantic conferences and events focusing on Latin America and Asia, and takes a keen interest in the Global South. In addition to its fundamental research, GGS carries out independent applied research and advises policy-makers on multilateral governance and global public policy issues. It regularly organizes conferences, seminars and debates on these issues, including a Euro-Asia Summer School and the International Law and Global Governance Summer School. GGS works with academic and policy partners from all over the world, including the European Parliament, the European Commission, the European External Action Service, the Committee of the Regions, the OECD, UNIDO, UNCTAD, the World Bank and the WTO. GGS also publishes the Leuven Global Governance Series with Edward Elgar Publishers and makes its research available through working papers, policy briefs and global governance opinions.  
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EREK - your reference point on business competitiveness through resource efficiencyThe European Resource Efficiency Knowledge Centre (EREK for short) is here to help European companies, especially SMEs, save energy, material and water costs. We provide tools, information and business opportunities that show you new and better ways to be resource efficient and benefit from circular economy business models which turn waste into an asset.EREK also supports national, regional and local organisations across Europe that work with SMEs to improve their environmental performance, helping them to become more resource efficient.SMEs can get the following benefits thanks to EREK’s tools and services: Access to knowledge on best available technologies and business models Better control of energy, water and material costs Compliance checks for upcoming regulations Become less dependent on suppliers Demonstrate return on investment when adopting resource efficient measures Information on funding sources and technology providers Help building a green image which enables the targeting of new customer segmentsEREK offers the following to SME intermediaries: Tools and instruments for businesses to assess their saving potentials Access to top international knowledge, technical expertise and practices on resource efficiency Capacity-building workshops and networking events Online training opportunities to learn from resource efficiency experts Overview of relevant support programmes available on European, national and regional levels Updates on professional events within the communityConcrete activities include: European Resource Efficiency Self-Assessment Tool for SMEs -Catalogue of Resource Efficiency Improvement Measures European Resource Efficiency Information Database Online EREK platform Structured knowledge on resource efficiency best practices -News, trends, and information on support programmes Database and managed European network of the national and regional organisation providing support to SMEs in resource efficiency measures Capacity-building and training workshops Knowledge resources, expertise and sharingWho are we?EREK is an initiative of the European Commission and it is implemented by a consortium of organisations including Technopolis Group, VDI Zentrum Ressourceneffizienz (DE), WRAP (UK), Motiva (FI), Enviros (CZ), WAAT and Arctik (BE).
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Brussels National Contact Point (NCP Brussels) is a regional initiative whose aim is to help companies, universities, research centres, and other stakeholders of the Brussels Capital Region to access EU funding for Research and Innovation.hub.brussels has been nominated by the Brussels Capital Region to deliver the services of National Contact Point. Today, it hosts the NCP Brussels team.NCP Brussels is an active member of several thematic NCP networks gathering major EU National Contact Points on Horizon Europe. We can facilitate access of Brussels-based stakeholders to the services provided by these networks.NCP Brussels is trained and informed by the European Commission on upcoming topics and events, legal and financial matters. Under Horizon Europe, we cover all parts of the programme except the European Research Council (ERC) and Marie-Slodowska Curie Actions (MSCA) under the 1st pillar.We work in collaboration with Enterprise Europe Brussels and Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs. Do not hesitate to watch our video in the media section to discover our services and understand better our collaboration.  Enterprise Europe Network - Brussels -  aide les entreprises européennes à innover et à s’internationaliser.Le réseau est présent dans plus de 60 pays à travers le monde. Il regroupe 3000 experts de plus de 600 organisations membres.Vous voulez innover ? Vous voulez vous développer à l’international ?Les experts d’Enterprise Europe Network Brussels fournissent:– du conseil et des services pour se développer à l’international et faire face aux défis du marché unique– aide à trouver des partenaires– et donne du support pour l’innovationLes sociétés bruxelloises peuvent contacter les experts d’Enterprise Europe Network Brussels chez hub.brussels et à la Chambre de Commerce de Bruxelles. 
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CEN (European Committee for Standardization) and CENELEC (European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization) are recognized by the European Union (EU) and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) as European Standardization Organizations responsible for developing standards at European level. These standards set out specifications and procedures in relation to a wide range of materials, processes, products and services. The members of CEN and CENELEC are the National Standardization Bodies and National Electrotechnical Committees of 34 European countries. European Standards (ENs) and other standardization deliverables adopted by CEN and CENELEC, are accepted and recognized in all of these countries. European Standards (ENs) contribute to enhancing safety, improving quality, facilitating cross-border trade and strengthening the European Single Market. They are developed through a process of collaboration among experts nominated by business and industry, research institutes, consumer and environmental organizations, trade unions and other stakeholders. CEN and CENELEC work to promote the international alignment of standards in the framework of technical cooperation agreements with ISO (International Organization for Standardization) and the IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission).
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IP Europe brings together R&D-intensive European companies and research institutes committed to innovation, from SMEs to global enterprises and non-profit research entities operating in a variety of industrial sectors. IP Europe is a coalition of IPR and R&D intensive organizations globally headquartered in Europe. Our goal is to educate European policy-makers and give a voice to innovative companies, including SMEs, that rely on their R&D investments and their patents to succeed. IP Europe will help you: Keep you informed of new European rules and policies that affect your ability to secure fair revenues from your R&D investments Meet EU lawmakers that take decisions affecting your R&D investments Act and influence EU policies affecting your patents and R&D investments alongside with world-class European enterprises Find EU programs that help you leverage your patent portfolio and secure investments for your projects
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European Aluminium, founded in 1981, is the association that represents the whole value chain of the aluminium industry in Europe. We actively engage with decision-makers and the wider stakeholder community to promote the outstanding properties of aluminium, secure growth and optimise the contribution our metal can make to meeting Europe’s sustainability challenges. Through environmental and technical expertise, economic and statistical analysis, scientific research, education and sharing of best practices, public affairs and communication activities, European Aluminium promotes the use of aluminium as a permanent material that is part of the solution to achieving sustainable goals, while maintaining and improving the image of the industry, of the material and of its applications among their stakeholders.
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The Concrete Initiative (a project led by CEMBUREAU- the European Cement Association, BIBM- the European Federation of Precast Concrete and ERMCO- the European Ready-Mix Concrete Organisation) wishes to engage with stakeholders on the issue of sustainable construction, and in particular the barriers and solutions to harness its multiple benefits.   It examines the economic, social and environmental implications of sustainable construction and the need for a balanced approach among these three pillars. 
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UNITEE plays a crucial role in Europe as it is the only organisation representing entrepreneurs and professionals with a migrant background, whom we refer to as « New Europeans »: people who live in Europe but have connections with more than just the country where they live.Through its national federations and member associations, UNITEE represents entrepreneurs and business professionals across European countries and from all the major sectors of the European economy.
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Cosmetics Europe is the European trade association for the cosmetics and personal care industry. Our members include cosmetics and personal care manufacturers, and also associations representing our industry at national level, right across Europe. Directly, or through our national membership, we represent more than 4000 companies.
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EBN is a not-for-profit that serves a pan-European, global community of people that use innovative business as a driver for regional (economic) development. EBN’s initiatives include EU|BIC certification, development and distribution of quality business support programmes, facilitation and initiation of project collaborations, global networking and advocacy for excellent business support actors like the EU|BICs. There are now more than 130 quality-certified EU|BICs and 46 Associate Members shaping our global EBN network. Becoming an EU|BIC means responding to our mission to use business and innovation as a force for regional development with the best possible actions to create vibrant, thriving startups and SMEs. In other words, EU|BICs take real steps to ensure that their services are best advantageous to their clients and best advantageous to their regions.
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Greenovate! Europe is a not-for-profit network of organisations dedicated to sustainable innovation. Together we develop sustainability projects and provide innovation support services to researchers, companies and policy-makers.
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The European Chemical Employers Group (ECEG) represents the chemical, pharmaceutical, rubber and plastics industries in Europe. As a Brussels-based social affairs organisation it is a recognised social partner and a consultation body of the European Institutions and other stakeholders. With approximately 2.25 million direct employees in more than 16.000 companies, the sector is one of the biggest and most dynamic industries in the EU.
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We are non-profit organisation, established in 1995, which stands up for science-based information on food and health.Our mission is to offer accessible, appealing and actionable science based information on food and health to inspire and empower people to make better decisions about diet and lifestyle.At EUFIC, we are a group of passionate science and communication experts who believe in the power of informed consumers and in a world where people choose to live healthily because they know how to.
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The EU-Japan Centre for Industrial Cooperation is a unique venture between the European Commission and the Japanese Government. It is a non-profit organisation established as an affiliate of the Institute of International Studies and Training (IIST). It aims at promoting all forms of industrial, trade and investment cooperation between the EU and Japan and at improving EU and Japanese companies
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The American Chamber of Commerce in Belgium (AmCham Belgium) is one of the largest and most influential business organizations in the country. Founded in 1948, it has more than 500 members who together strive for a more competitive and prosperous Belgium. AmCham Belgium is an independent non-profit organization. In addition to US companies in Belgium, our members include local and other international businesses operating in the country.
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As the largest developing country and the biggest grouping of developed countries, China and the EU have been working together to build a thriving and strong relationship, which is instrumental to world peace and development. Ever since the establishment of the China-EU comprehensive strategic partnership in 2003, we have witnessed tremendous progress in our ties, culminating in the China-EU 2020 Strategic Agenda for Cooperation issued at the 16th China-EU Summit. This important document has charted the course for our future relations. I am confident that with concerted efforts, China and the EU will embrace an even more rewarding decade in bilateral relations and contribute more to world peace, development and prosperity.The Chinese Mission to the EU is committed to advancing China-EU relations and promoting mutual understanding and exchanges between our peoples.
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CSR Europe is the leading European business network for corporate social responsibility (CSR), comprised of more than 40 national corporate social responsibility associations that work with more than 10,000 companies across Europe, and over 60 multinational companies. Our Enterprise 2020 initiative brings together the European corporate social responsibility movement to encourage businesses to contribute to achieving the Europe 2020 goals by delivering high levels of employment, productivity and social cohesion.We also have campaigns and projects on various aspects of corporate social responsibility including sustainable living in cities; business-city collaboration; circular economy; responsible supply chains; business and human rights; non-financial reporting; workplace innovation; internships and apprenticeships; entrepreneurship; lifelong employability; and STEM and e-skills.
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Accountancy Europe unites 50 professional organisations from 37 countries that represent close to 1 million professional accountants, auditors, and advisors. They make numbers work for people. Accountancy Europe translates their daily experience to inform the public policy debate in Europe and beyond. Accountancy Europe is in the EU Transparency Register (No 4713568401-18).
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CEMA is the association representing the European agricultural machinery industry. With 11 national member associations, the CEMA network represents both large multinational companies as well as the numerous European SMEs active in this sector. CEMA represents more than 4,500 manufacturers, generating an aggregated annual turnover of more than EUR 26 billion. 135,000 people are directly employed in the sector, with a further 125,000 people working in distribution and maintenance
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The EFG is a not-for-profit organisation whose purpose is to represent the professions of geology in Europe, especially to the European Union (EU) and its various bodies. EFG contributes to protection of the environment, public safety and responsible exploitation of natural resources by:- Promoting excellence in the application of geoscience.- Supporting research and teaching that underpins it.- Raising public awareness of the importance of geoscience to society.
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Pro Europa is passionate about the UK
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Cerame-Unie is the voice of the European ceramic industry. It creates and maintains a constructive dialogue with the EU institutions, international partners and the social and environmental stakeholders by providing expertise in such important fields as:- environment, health and safety, - climate change and energy, - trade and internal market,- construction,- research and innovation,- raw materials, - standardisation.
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Transeo is the first association in the SME transfer sector (sale/acquisition of SMEs).Transeo encourages and promotes the exchange of good practices between experts to stimulate the European SME transfer market. Transeo increases awareness of the business transfer issue at regional, national and European level and works on solutions and projects to improve business transfer at European scale.Transeo connects: - Private experts (M&A practices, matching platforms, lawyers, auditors, accountants, chartered accountants, tax consultants, M&A consultants, intermediaries in business transfers, business transfer agencies, banks, private equity firms,
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EUROBAT acts as a unified voice in promoting the interests of the European automotive, industrial and special battery industries to the EU institutions, national governments, customers and the media. With 40 members from across the continent comprising more than 85% of the battery industry in Europe, EUROBAT works with stakeholders to help develop new battery solutions to issues of common concern in areas like e-mobility and renewable energy storage.
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UNITEE is the only organization representing entrepreneurs and professionals with a migrant background, whom we refer to as « New Europeans »: people who live in Europe but have connections with more than just the country where they live. Through its 6 national federations and 77 associations, UNITEE represents more than 15 000 entrepreneurs and business professionals across 23 European countries and from all the major sectors of the European economy.
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ISPE was founded in 1980 by a handful of people who believed the pharmaceutical industry needed an organisation that would deal with practical applications of science and technology for technical professionals. Their aim was to improve efficiency and best practices. The much-needed forum provided by ISPE began with a membership of engineers in North America. In time, ISPE membership expanded beyond engineering to include a broad representation from pharmaceutical professionals, including a vital link with quality control and assurance personnel.ISPE, which now has 22,000 Members in 90 countries worldwide, continues to work to keep industry professionals informed of the latest technological and regulatory trends that are occurring in the marketplace. ISPE is committed to the advancement of the educational and technical efficiency of its members through forums for the exchange of ideas and practical experience.
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PubAffairs Bruxelles is a cross-sectorial network of professionals working in the fields of public and regulatory affairs correlated to the European Union.PubAffairs Bruxelles aims at creating an open platform foster debate, information exchange and the development of ideas among its members, establishing a diverse community which encompasses young stagiaires, as well as experienced lobbyists.
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The European Network of Living Labs (ENoLL) is the international, non-profit, independent association of benchmarked Living Labs in Europe and worldwide (founded in 2006 under the auspices of the Finnish European Presidency) grown through
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The Fundación Comunidad Valenciana-Región Europea strengthens the participation of the Valencian Region in the European Union’s policies and actions. It also promotes a better knowledge of these actions and policies. The Fundación Comunidad Valenciana-Región Europea is a non-profit foundation with an indefinite duration under the protection of the Generalitat Valenciana, the Valencian Regional Government, according to the current legislation.
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"Promote rail market growth for sustainable mobility"Promote European policies favourable to railShape a European interoperable and efficient railway systemEnsure European rail supply industry leadership through advanced research, innovation and qualityProvide members with market, technical and political intelligence
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The Group of the Progressive Alliance of Socialists and Democrats is the second-largest in the European Parliament. It fights for social justice, with more and better jobs, a clear social dimension to EU policy, environment protection including action on climate change and a strong EU that gives a lead to the rest of the world. The Group has led efforts to reform financial markets and relaunch the global economy. We campaign tirelessly for real equality between men and women in Europe. The Group is led by Martin Schulz.
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The Brussels School of Governance (BSoG) carries out interdisciplinary research, organises fully accredited higher education programmes and delivers a broad range of academic services in various policy-relevant fields, including energy & environment, security & diplomacy, migration & diversity, and digitalisation & democracy. The School is an alliance between the Institute for European Studies (Vrije Universiteit Brussel), which has a long-standing reputation in postgraduate education & research, and Vesalius College, which has a solid undergraduate & graduate education offering.
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 ERRIN, the European Regions Research and Innovation Network, is a dynamic network of more than 120 EU regions and their Brussels-based offices. Go to membersERRIN facilitates knowledge exchange, joint action and project partnerships with the aim to strengthen its member region's research and innovation capacities and enhance their success in EU programmes.ERRIN also aspires to influence EU policies in order to make them respond better to the needs of European regions and, to this end, engages in debate with EU institutions and participates in EU policy consultations. 
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ACCA is the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. We’re a thriving global community of 227,000 members and 544,000 future members based in 176 countries and regions that upholds the highest professional and ethical values. We believe that accountancy is a cornerstone profession of society that supports both public and private sectors. That’s why we’re committed to the development of a strong global accountancy profession and the many benefits that this brings to society and individuals. Since 1904 being a force for public good has been embedded in our purpose. And because we’re a not-for-profit organisation, we build a sustainable global profession by re-investing our surplus to deliver member value and develop the profession for the next generation. Through our world leading ACCA Qualification, we offer everyone everywhere the opportunity to experience a rewarding career in accountancy, finance and management. And using our respected research, we lead the profession by answering today’s questions and preparing us for tomorrow. Find out more about us at accaglobal.com
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EBAN, the European Trade Association for Business Angels, Seed Funds, and other Early Stage Market Players is a non-profit association representing the interests of business angels, business angels networks (BANs), seed funds and other entities involved in bridging the equity gap in Europe. Our main activities include representing the early stage investment market in Europe, carrying out research on the angel market and producing facts and trends, identifying and sharing best practices, promoting the role and visibility of business angel networks and early stage funds in Europe, promoting synergies and networking opportunities among actors in the industry, supporting the emergence of professional structures and quality standards across Europe, and supporting the internationalisation of the angel and early stage industry and movement.
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The International School of Protocol and Diplomacy is Europe's leading academic institution solely dedicated to studies in these fields. We combine the fields of protocol, diplomacy and cross cultural relations in order to bring students and participants a unique range of study programmes designed and developed by academics from a multi-cultural perspective.ISPD is an organisation born out of the need for an academic institution that prepares and certifies professionals in the field of international procedures and relations.We have taken all of our programmes on a step further by combining them with cross cultural communication, thus preparing our students to go global with an ability to interact with several cultures.Our students and alumni have had the opportunity to listen to, learn from and be challenged by leading experts from the fields of International relations, procedures and conventions such as the former European Union Ambassador to the Holy See, the former Chief of Royal Protocol of Queen Beatrix of The Netherlands, the former Chief of Protocol of the European Commission, the Head of Information at the International Criminal Court, the former Belgian Ambassador to China, and the Head of Protocol of the European Parliament.Last academic year, 2013-2014, was marked by an important milestone that we are very proud of: the ISPD passed the Qfor standard certification with 92% quality average in all of the 8 instruments of the quality evaluation, attributed
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The Technical Centre for Agricultural and Rural Cooperation (CTA) is an ACP-EU institution working in the field of information for development. We operate under the ACP-EU Cotonou Agreement and our headquarters are in The Netherlands. When it was set up, in 1984, CTA was given the challenging task of improving the flow of information among stakeholders in agricultural and rural development in African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) countries.Our work focuses on three key areas:providing information products and services (e.g., publications, question-and-answer services and database services);promoting the integrated use of communication channels, old and new, to improve the flow of information (e.g., e-communities, web portals, seminars, and study visits);building ACP capacity in information and communication management (ICM), mainly through training and partnerships with ACP bodies.At the core of all our activities are our partnerships with ACP national and regional bodies. We also work with a wide network of ACP-EU public and private sector bodies, as well as international organisations around the world.
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The British Chamber of Commerce in Belgium (BCCB) offers : • A vast network of contacts in the right places enabling you to increase your client reach • Influence policy where it matters by providing access to key policy and decision makers within Belgium and in the EU institutions • Help to develop your business by offering networking and corporate hospitality opportunities
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CECIMO represents the common interests of the European Machine Tool Industries, particularly in relation to authorities and associations. CECIMO promotes the European Machine Tool Industry and its development in the fields of economy, technology and science
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77 of the world's most prominent suppliers for car parts, systems and modules and 29 National trade associations and European sector associations are members of CLEPA, representing more than 3,000 companies, employing more than three million people and covering all products and services within the automotive supply chain.Based in Brussels, Belgium, CLEPA is recognized as the natural discussion partner by the European Institutions, United Nations and fellow associations (ACEA, JAMA, MEMA, etc).
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SOLIDAR is a European network of 60 Civil Society Organisations working to advance social justice in Europe and worldwide. With 60 member organisations based in 27 countries (22 of which are EU countries), member organisations are national NGOs in Europe, as well as some non-EU and EU-wide organisations, working in one or more of our fields of activity. The network is brought together by its shared values of solidarity, equality and participation.
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European Engineering Industries Association
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The European Small Business Alliance (ESBA) is a respected, apolitical, and influential advocate for European entrepreneurs. We are the campaigning voice for the modern European entrepreneur. Independent. Knowledgeable. Influential. Challenging. And Loud. ESBA campaigns on behalf of a million small businesses throughout Europe, all of whom (whether they are micros, self employed, traditional family businesses, or hi-tech startups), share one very important thing in common.  They are all entrepreneurs.
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Over the past 70 years, the College of Europe has built a solid reputation for its knowledge, innovation and leadership on EU affairs.  As part of its mission, the College of Europe in Bruges has been providing executive education, professional trainings and consultancy services since 1996.   To do so, the College relies upon its extensive network of professors, including academics and practitioners from the public and the private sector, trainers, experts and alumni.   On the one hand, as centre of excellence in professional training on EU affairs, the College delivers executive and tailor-made courses (with an average of more than 4,000 participants from over 65 different countries per year). The learning methodology and training techniques used allow participants to truly invest in their professional development: sharpening their competences and skills; thus, being genuine catalysts for lasting change and professional success. Read more about our executive education offer and our tailor-made courses.   On the other hand, given its expertise on the European Union and its policies, the College, as a non-profit institution, has been offering services in the framework of projects funded by the European Union and other international donors. Through the successful implementation of more than 250 international projects (from technical assistance, service and framework contracts to academic cooperation and research projects) implemented in more than 40 countries across the world, the College is nowadays an established reference in project management. Read more about our projects.   Who we are  The Executive Education, Training & Projects Office (previously Development Office) was established in Bruges in 1996 and consists of a multinational team with solid experience in designing learning services targeting professionals and in managing European and worldwide projects.  What we can offer tailor-made services from a competent team that is capable of responding to your needs;  high-quality results drawing on the expertise of one of the most genuinely European university institutes, which was founded in 1949;  exclusive networking possibilities with EU professionals, professors, alumni and partners.
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AmCham EU speaks for American business committed to Europe on trade, investment and competitiveness issues. It aims to ensure a growth-orientated business and investment climate in Europe. AmCham EU facilitates the resolution of transatlantic issues that impact business and plays a role in creating better understanding of EU and US positions on business matters. Total US investment in Europe amounts to $700 billion, and currently supports over 4 million jobs.
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INTA is a global association of trademark owners and professionals dedicated to supporting trademarks and related intellectual property in order to protect consumers and to promote fair and effective commerce. Founded in 1878, INTA has offices in New York (head office), Brussels, Shanghai, Singapore, Santiago de Chile and Washington DC, and representatives in New Delhi and Geneva. INTA members are 7,000 organizations in more than 190 countries (representing 30,000 professionals) and supports them through policy development and advocacy, education and training, information and publications, and networking and benchmarking.The Europe Representative Office was set up in September 2006 to better represent the Association to the EU Institutions, other associations and stakeholders, and to act as a local point of contact for Members, government officials and other stakehdolers in Europe.
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EUROCHAMBRES is the Association of European Chambers of Commerce and Industry. EUROCHAMBRES represents over 20 million enterprises in Europe – 93% of which are SMEs – through members in 45 countries and a European network of 2000 regional and local Chambers.
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FECC is the European voice of the chemical distribution and trading industry. Its membership includes both national associations and companies throughout Europe. FECC members create value in the supply chain by meeting the demands of over one million downstream users ranging over all branches of industry, with their specific needs and diverse purchase volumes.
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CECE is the Committee for the European Construction Equipment Industry. It represents and promotes the interests of this important industry sector on a European level and in close co-operation with its sister associations in North America, Japan and Korea also worldwide. CECE is an international non-profit association according to Belgium law, registered in Brussels, Belgium.
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YES-The European Confederation of Young Entrepreneurs is the main association of young entrepreneurs in Europe. YES represents around 40.000 young entrepreneurs below 40 years of age. YES aims at improving the economic and social performance of European entrepreneurship. Its members include major national associations of young entrepreneurs in the field of industry, trade and services from 16 countries.
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The Belgian-Italian Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit association under Belgian law and is legally and financially autonomous. It was founded in 1950 to foster contacts between Belgium and Italy. Its resources come mainly from contributions of its members and from the benefit of its activities. The Chamber is recognized by the Italian Government under the law 01.07.1970 n.518 and certified ISO 9001. It is part of the Assocamerestero, the Italian Chambers of Commerce Association abroad, composed by 76 Chambers worldwide. It is located in the center of Brussels near the European Institutions. The Belgian-Italian Chamber of Commerce is the point of reference par excellence for any company willing to promote its own business and widen its network in Italy and in Belgium. The Chamber indeed offers a wide range of promotional services, assistance and consultancy, which represents an advantage for its members. The Belgian-Italian Chamber of Commerce provides the students of its courses with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, which are necessary tools for those who want to work in the European environment.
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The European Confederation of Directors' Associations (ecoDa) is a not-for-profit association founded in December 2004 under the laws of Belgium. Its objective is to represent the views of company directors from EU member states to corporate governance policy-makers at EU level.
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Friends of Europe provides an open forum for debate among EU and national policymakers, NGOs, business leaders, the media and civil society. More than a traditional think-tank, Friends of Europe aims to stimulate debate beyond the Brussels elite by linking up with major think-tanks and media from across Europe's national capitals.Friends of Europe organises a range of different events in varying formats, according to the issues under discussion.
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The European Ombudsman investigates complaints about maladministration in the EU institutions and bodies. Any EU citizen, company or association in a Member State can lodge a complaint. The Ombudsman offers fast, flexible and free means of solving problems with the EU administration.
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