JOIST Innovation Park is preparing to launch a new strategic initiative with an international focus. The Soft Landing Programs are scheduled to launch soon, aiming to facilitate participants’ access to the European market, via Greece. Specifically, the program is scheduled to be held during the week of December 8–13, 2025, in Athens, Greece. The city of Athens has been designated as the arrival point for participants and the location where the program’s activities will take place, with an application deadline of November 11, 2025.
About the Program
The first Soft Landing Program aims to offer a guided pathway for C-level executives from Asia and Africa to expand and scale their businesses within the European market. Designed and hosted by JOIST Innovation Park, this executive immersion connects participants with key institutions, innovation ecosystems, and compliance experts who understand the complexity of European expansion.
Program Experience
Through hands-on workshops, high-level meetings, strategic sessions, and ecosystem visits, participants will gain actionable insights into the European market. They will learn how to navigate Europe’s business culture, regulatory landscape, and legal framework with confidence. By engaging with leading organizations and funding bodies, participants will uncover opportunities that drive sustainable growth and lasting market presence.
Daily Themes
As part of the program, each day will feature a curated set of activities focused on a specific thematic area. The daily themes are structured as follows:
Day 1 | Understanding the European Market: Greece as a Strategic Gateway
Day 2 | Strategic Positioning in the European Market
Day 3 | Legal Framework, Regulatory Environment, and GDPR Compliance in the European Union
Day 4 | Understanding the European Collaboration System, Innovation Networks & Hubs, and EU Funding & Innovation Opportunities
Day 5 | Cultural and Networking Experience – Sightseeing
Experts and Speakers
Concerning the instructors, industry experts, and speakers of the Soft-Landing Program are top-tier professionals and institutional representatives from Greece and across Europe. They are selected to offer direct access to market insights, partnerships, and collaboration opportunities that enable long-term success.
Institutional Participation
Representatives from Greek and European institutions, startup ecosystems, chambers of commerce, business associations and networks, research centers, investment organizations, and innovation hubs will actively participate in the scheduled program activities. Their involvement aims to foster meaningful networking opportunities for the participants and provide in-depth insights into the Greek and European markets.
Contact Information
For more information about the program and the application start date, please contact:
Katerina Diminikou – kdiminikou@joistpark.eu, +30 6977453331
JOIST Visitors Service: +30 2410 234422
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