Häme Smart Growth

We develop the prerequisites for internationalization and innovation of the companies in Kanta-Häme, and support the international ventures of SMEs’ product and service innovations.

We build a concept for sustainable international growth the the innovative businesses of the Kanta-Häme region. The concept is split into two work packages according to the businesses’ readiness, the development level of their product and service innovations and their international competencies.

We have experts coaching businesses towards marketizing their innovations to international markets. HAMK’s International Business students provide the micro and SME businesses versatile services, like tailored sprints and internationalizing solutions.

In addition, we promote networking between companies and their connection to various ecosystems and international networks. We create a framework for the joint development of companies and students and the networking of companies’ business operations.

The project is executed together with Linna Business Development Ltd.

Target group

The project targets innovative micro and SME businesses mainly in the Kanta-Häme and Southern Pirkanmaa regions. The businesses must be interested in enhancing their international operations.

Operating area

The main operating areas of the project are Kanta-Häme and Southern Pirkanmaa. The aim is to enhance the local companies’ prerequisites for internationalization and therefore helping them and the whole area become competitive.

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