Grow your business at the ICC!
At EuraCreative, we recognise that sector-specific support is essential to unlocking the potential of projects. That is why, through our Take Off entrepreneurial programme, you will follow a business start-up pathway tailored to the cultural and creative industries.
Designing an innovative solution within the cultural and creative industries – whether in the audiovisual sector, special effects, virtual or augmented reality, or applied marketing and communication – a solution that offers a new cultural experience… means understanding a specialised ecosystem where technological challenges are being reshaped by AI to deliver enhanced experiences, where financing intersects with intellectual property issues, and where people make the difference in engaging with their market and partners.
Is it time for innovation?
Does your idea or project stand a chance of being selected?
Whether you’ve just finished your studies or are already working in the creative industries… our business start-up support is aimed at all serious and motivated individuals. Whether it’s an innovative app, a solution, a tool or a service that revolutionises the fields of audiovisual production, cinema, performing arts or experience design… Whether you’re working alone or as part of a team, come and develop your project at the EuraCreative incubator in the Lille metropolitan area.
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The entrepreneurial journey is not always plain sailing, even within the creative industries.
Our team is here to listen to you right now, to understand your project and assess its stage of development, so that we can guide you in designing a value proposition that stands out in your target market.
Several group sessions are available to allow you to meet us in person, ask your questions and get a feel for the programme.
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What makes our ICC support different?
An ecosystem
The Take Off incubation programme, dedicated to the cultural and creative industries, draws on a vast and valuable network of regional and national professionals, offering you a genuine opportunity for discussion and advice to test and refine your project at every stage of its development.
The location of our incubator at the heart of the renowned Plaine Images creative district, a centre of excellence within the Lille metropolitan area, is a major asset. We strongly recommend that you are physically present on site.
Our support is underpinned by our knowledge of an ecosystem comprising 150 companies based on the site, research centres, universities and professional associations. We are in daily contact with the challenges and innovations of our industries and their success stories.
Our close relationships with funding bodies for projects and businesses in the sector, such as Pictanovo, the CNC and the CNM, enable us to guide you through your research and procedures.
Access to major events
We forge close ties with key players in the sector across the Hauts-de-France region, in Belgium and in London. We support our portfolio companies in identifying opportunities at trade fairs and events such as Vivatech in partnership with the European Metropolis of Lille, and South by South West London…
Market analysis
Every month, our team sends you an exclusive newsletter summarising trends, technological developments and changes in the audiovisual market.
An essential tool for staying ahead of the curve and remaining competitive in a constantly evolving sector.
Renowned professionals
Throughout your journey, our team will give you the opportunity to meet consultants, professionals and leaders from the cultural and creative industries. Our network of 700 companies offers plenty of opportunities to make valuable connections.
Training courses
Themed workshops and ‘expert’ sessions led by seasoned professionals will punctuate your journey, covering every aspect of your project. Nothing will be left to chance to maximise your chances of success. Attending this in-person programme is a real advantage. Pitching your project is a skill that can be learnt to convince investors and funders.
Our ICC programme
Joining EuraCreative’s Take Off incubation programme – specialising in the cultural and creative industries – means not only gaining a thorough understanding of all the aspects of your innovative proposal, from the business plan to marketing and communication, but also understanding the challenges of your market. Following an initial collaborative phase, you will benefit from close support from our start-up managers. Our connections with the right contacts will save you valuable time. Your project is yours; we are simply here to facilitate!
Testimonial
Joining EuraCreative’s Take Off incubation programme – specialising in the cultural and creative industries – means not only gaining a thorough understanding of all the aspects of your innovative proposal, from the business plan to marketing and communication, but also understanding the challenges of your market. Following an initial group phase, you will benefit from close support from our startup managers.
Our connections with the right contacts will save you valuable time. Your project is yours; we are here to facilitate!
Who is accompanying you?
Behind this ICC programme are experienced entrepreneurs and passionate experts who form the backbone of the ICC ecosystem in the European Metropolis of Lille and beyond.
These professionals do more than simply pass on knowledge and offer advice…: they share their insights and open up their networks to facilitate connections that will help you make tangible progress.
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Anne Bouy
Marketing - SO -
Laure Gheselle
Governance, Entrepreneurial mindset - HUMUS -
Florent Bertiaux
Prototyping - LESWWW -
Anthony Lecerf
Responsible Digital Technology, CSR – IT’S ON US -
Julie Rouzaud
Business Model - CENTVINGTSIX -
Anthony Beaudier
Financial Strategy - GLOBAL VISION -
Danouchka Zemis
Financial Strategy - SOCO&FI; -
Inès Gara
Business Strategy - Freelance -
Noémie Kempf
Community - Independent -
Pauline Moron
Executive coaching – freelance -
Alizée Legrand
UX/UI Design & Gamification - Freelance -
Stéphanie Drouvin
Pitch, public speaking skills, drama – LES PIEDS SUR SCENE -
Leïla Tiberi-Lombard
Pitch, public speaking skills, drama – LES PIEDS SUR SCENE -
François Samier
Pitch, public speaking skills, drama – LES PIEDS SUR SCENE -
Julien Frisch
AI, Vibe coding - SAPIA -
Aline Delattre
Management, HR – VALUES AND VALUE -
Marie-Angélique Derudder
Management, HR – VALUES AND VALUE -
Aurélie Tarnowski
Communication strategy - HUBBLE COMMUNICATION -
Grégory Mérignac
Intellectual property - INPI -
Thomas Cerbelle
Accountancy - NUMBR -
Rémi Auguste
IT Development - WEAVERIZE -
Mohamed Seghir
Operational strategy - THE WIRE -
David Mancino
HR Strategy - APEC -
Julien Meunier
Consultancy, growth, innovation - RYDGE Conseil
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Do you think your project would benefit from our support for the cultural and creative industries? Have you read through the steps, looked at the testimonials, and feel that now is the right time?
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question?
Our team of entrepreneurs is here to answer any questions you may have
Pierre-André
Dubreuil
Entrepreneurship Manager
Frédéric
Blin
Head of Entrepreneurship
Romain
Lowys
Entrepreneurship Manager
Pierre-André
Dubreuil
Entrepreneurship Manager
Frédéric
Blin
Head of Entrepreneurship
Romain
Lowys
Entrepreneurship Manager