The European Innovation Council (EIC) is inviting EIC-backed start-ups to apply for the EIC Multi-Corporate Day with Imec and Tomorrowland on media and entertainment, showcasing innovations for a more sustainable, durable, and safe industry.
This business acceleration activity will offer tailored preparation to maximise the opportunity to partner with Imec and Love Tomorrow by Tomorrowland.
Selected EIC beneficiaries will also gain access to final networking and pitching sessions at “The Impact Circle”, an invitation-only event bringing together top startups, investors and corporates at the Love Tomorrow Summit in Boom (Belgium) on 22-24 July 2026
What’s in it for you?
The selected EIC awardees will receive business acceleration support powered by the EIC Corporate Partnership Programme, including dedicated training, mentoring, pitch dry runs, and further support to present their solutions in an in-person pitching and matching session in July with imec and Tomorrowland decision-makers. Additionally, the selected EIC companies will benefit from post-activity support to maximise the impact of their business proposals.
The opportunities for the selected EIC companies include:
- Personalised preparatory support, including a group session with Imec and Tomorrowland, a 1-to-1 session with business experts, high-quality feedback to adjust the pitch deck, pitch dry run, and a business proposal review.
- Privileged access to imec and Tomorrowland high-level decision-makers.
- Knowledge-sharing and networking opportunities.
- Potential for collaborations, strategic partnerships, or market entry with imec and Tomorrowland.
Who can apply?
This call is open ONLY for EIC-backed start-ups, scale-ups and SMEs.
The media and entertainment industry stands at the forefront of cultural and technological transformation, with a unique opportunity to redefine consumer experiences, sustainability, durability, and safety.
From reimagining large-scale events to pioneering circular infrastructure, the sector is ripe for groundbreaking innovation. This challenge invites visionary innovators who can revolutionise the industry and match Imec and Tomorrowland’s ambitions.
