Found.ation

Greece’s innovation ecosystem is evolving faster than ever, and we are gathering the community to discuss what comes next.

Join us on December 10 at 12:30, at the National Gallery – Alexandros Soutsos Museum, for 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐜𝐞 – 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, co-organised by .ation, 28digital and -NTUA

This year’s conference will bring together leaders from government, research, corporate, tech and investment to explore the trends, opportunities and strategies shaping Greece’s digital future.
Talks, fireside chats and panel discussions will dive into the emerging patterns, insights, and opportunities shaping today’s innovation environment.

Participants will also get an exclusive first look at the 𝐅𝐖𝐃 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐜𝐞: 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐮𝐥𝐬𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓–𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 Report by Found.ation. The report introduces the full spectrum of ecosystem-driven innovation with essential data, trends and forecasts, from academia and research institutions to corporate transformation initiatives: https://thefoundation.gr/innovation-platform/our-publications/fwd-greece-innovation-pulse/

🎟️ Secure your spot today: https://thedigitalfuturegreece2026-theinnovationconference.confetti.events/

Έχεις μια δημιουργική ιδέα; Ώρα να την κάνεις πράξη!

Ο 1ος Διαγωνισμός Δημιουργικής & Πολιτιστικής Καινοτομίας Sydna Startups στηρίζει startups, επιχειρήσεις και δημιουργούς που συνδέουν τον πολιτισμό, την τεχνολογία και τον τουρισμό στη Νότια Αττική.

📅 Προθεσμία υποβολής αιτήσεων: 13 Δεκεμβρίου 2025
🏆 Final Pitch Day: 14 Ιανουαρίου 2026, Ίδρυμα Ευγενίδου
💰 Έπαθλα έως 2.000€, mentoring και δικτύωση για τις πιο δημιουργικές ιδέες.

Στο Found.ation στηρίζουμε πρωτοβουλίες που ενισχύουν την καινοτομία και την επιχειρηματικότητα και δίνουν χώρο σε νέες ιδέες να αναπτυχθούν.

Μάθε περισσότερα & δήλωσε συμμετοχή: https://sydna-startups.gr/1os-diagonismos-dimioyrgikis-k-politistikis-kainotomias/

From eco-friendly deliveries to digital receipts and green supply chains, the next chapter of retail is all about responsibility and impact.

At Found.ation, we support initiatives that highlight how technology and sustainable practices are shaping smarter, more conscious business models for the future.

🔗 Read more in the Retail Innovation Report by Cardlink and Found.ation, exploring how eco-consciousness is becoming part of every point of sale:

Eco-consciousness at Every Point of Sale - Cardlink Adopting an eco-friendly approach and prioritizing sustainability at every stage of product and service sales has emerged as a strategic priority for the retail sector.

in financial services thrives when bold ideas meet the right platforms.

That’s why, at Found.ation, we support initiatives, like FinQuest by Alpha Bank,
an international competition designed to showcase and support technology solutions that power the future.

For 2025, the theme is artificial intelligence. The competition is open to startups and scale-ups with ready and tested products centred on one of the following thematic areas:
🔹 AI solutions for banking innovation
🔹 Family ecosystem
🔹 Travel
🔹 Smart living financial tools
🔹 Employee training

Through workshops, one-on-one mentoring sessions, and curated business development meetings, the participants will have the opportunity to finetune their solution and then present it to a committee of esteemed professionals to claim cash prizes and the chance to work with us, as well as gain access to tools, platforms, and advisory services offered by the competition partners.

If you’re building in AI, this is a stage worth stepping on.
𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐥 𝟎𝟏.𝟏𝟎: https://www.alpha.gr/en/retail/finquest

Driving innovation with AI? Join FinQuest 2025 FinQuest is the Alpha Bank innovation competition.

📰 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐞𝐧𝐝 📰
How tech is reshaping retail, beyond just shiny gadgets.

How are retailers using tools like AI, advanced analytics, phygital strategies, and omnichannel marketing to stay ahead? It’s not only about keeping up; it's about efficiency, sustainability, and anticipating customer needs.

Found.ation supports innovative ideas, like Cardlink's initiatives, that drive the Greek business ecosystem forward.

🔗 Read the full article: https://cardlink.gr/innovation/technology-as-a-strategic-tool-in-retail/

Technology as a Strategic Tool in Retail | Cardlink Retail Innovation Hub – Powered by Found.ation   How Technological Advancements Are Reshaping the Retail Sector Technology and digital transformation have become undeniable catalysts for progress in the retail sector in recent years. What is now becoming increasingly clear is the necessity for a meaningful digital upgrade; one that creates the ...

Every idea has potential. But how does it become a business?

At Career Days Athens 2025 by Kariera.gr , Found.ation will share how incubators can play that role: helping founders turn concepts into companies and guiding talent on their journey to market.

Our Director of Innovation & Transformation, Products & Services, Pablo Mostrous, will join the stage on Saturday 13/9 at 16:00 to talk about “From Idea to Market: How Incubators Support Entrepreneurship.”

Dear participants,
This is more than a career fair. It’s a chance to meet employers, explore opportunities, and hear real stories about building, scaling, and succeeding.

🔗Reserve your spot: https://lnkd.in/dVfHvHqa

on 13-14 September at Metropolitan Expo.

✨Fresh From the Oven: The AI Readiness Challenge Report

What does it really take to make AI work in business?
Found.ation, in collaboration with BOUSSIAS Events, captured the insights of senior executives during the 7th Innovation Leaders Think Tank at the 10th Digital Business Transformation Conference.

🔎 The findings are clear: unclear goals, poor data, skill gaps, and fuzzy accountabilities are slowing AI progress.

The key takeaway? AI success goes beyond technology. It requires strategy, governance, people, and a culture of adaptation.

➡️ Explore the full report and learn how to position your organization for a successful AI transformation: https://thefoundation.gr/innovation-platform/our-publications/ai-readiness-challenge/

The AI Readiness Challenge Found.ation and Digital Business Transformation Conference by Boussias Events explore how organizations can effectively prepare to leverage AI.

📰 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐞𝐧𝐝 📰
Independent living at home is becoming increasingly important as the global population ages.

Many startups are creating innovative solutions that help people over 65 remain safe, healthy, and connected while staying in their own homes. Highlighting these efforts is essential to promoting dignity and quality of life in later years.

Found.ation supports Interamerican’s work through its Innovation Hub, exploring this topic with research and quality content that bring attention to impactful innovations.

Read the full article here: https://www.interamerican.gr/blog/details?id=aging-in-place-anexartiti-zoi-sto-spiti-gia-ano-ton-65

LinkedIn This link will take you to a page that’s not on LinkedIn

Η εμπειρία του εργαζομένου δεν είναι απλώς μια HR διαδικασία, είναι ο καθοριστικός παράγοντας που επηρεάζει την ανθεκτικότητα, την κουλτούρα και την μακροπρόθεσμη ανάπτυξη ενός οργανισμού.

Ο Φίλιππος Ζακόπουλος, Managing Partner στο Found.ation, εξηγεί στο Money Review εξηγεί γιατί η νέα εργασιακή εμπειρία είναι το μεγάλο στοίχημα στην εποχή της ψηφιοποίησης.

Διαβάστε περισσότερα:

Η νέα εργασιακή εμπειρία: Το στοίχημα του εργαζόμενου στην εποχή της ψηφιοποίησης | Moneyreview.gr Οι οργανισμοί που επενδύουν ουσιαστικά στην εμπειρία των ανθρώπων τους, είναι εκείνοι που χτίζουν το μέλλον.

In the 𝐄𝐈𝐓 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐮𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓, our participants don’t just learn about entrepreneurship, they learn from it through the experience of our mentors.

These are the people who have built, scaled, and transformed businesses, and now share that hard-earned knowledge with early-stage founders. They challenge assumptions, sharpen ideas, and help teams see the path from concept to market with clarity.
▪️Dr. Elena Boretou, BoD Member & Advisory Board Member | The S.T.O.I.C Hub, Board Member | KEMEL Non Profit Organization
▪️Paris Frantzeskakis, Technical Department Director at DESFA
▪️Ellie Diakanastasi, Ph.D., Venture Building Consultant, Enterpreneur in Residence
▪️George Boretos, Enterpreneur and Advisor, Founder & CEO | FutureUP, Mentor | KEMEL Non Profit Organization
▪️Konstantinos Kalogerakis, Country Head | Cloud Office
▪️Konstantinos Karakasiliotis, Head of Physical Interaction | Korr. Kindling Originality
▪️Despoina Argyrou, Investment Analyst | Apeiron Venture Capital
▪️Magy Kontou, Co-founder & Lead Product UI/UX | Simple Apps

From validating problems and refining solutions to navigating finance, technology adoption, and go-to-market strategy, our mentors are the compass that helps founders avoid costly detours and move faster toward impact.

Together with EIT Digital, we’re helping bold ideas become real businesses.
Stay tuned as we will share this year’s founders’ milestones, from first spark to market launch and investor talks.

🤖 If AI Were Your Colleague, Who Would It Be?

It’s no longer a question of if, but how AI shows up at work. From drafting emails to surfacing insights in your dashboards, AI is quietly becoming an everyday presence as part of your team.
So, we asked ourselves, and our community, a simple question:
If AI were a teammate, what kind of colleague would it be?
The answer is not as obvious as you think.

Here is what we discovered:

If AI Were Your Colleague, Who Would It Be? Rethinking teamwork in the age of algorithms.

«Η καινοτομία δίνει σε μια εταιρία έναν νέο τρόπο σκέψης.»
Και αυτή η σκέψη χρειάζεται καλλιέργεια, εργαλεία και κοινότητες που την υποστηρίζουν.

Η Celia Gkavanozi, Innovation Project Manager στο Found.ation, μιλά στο πρώτο podcast του Sydna Startups για τις προκλήσεις, αλλά και τις λύσεις στο ελληνικό startup οικοσύστημα.

🎧 Ακούστε το επεισόδιο εδώ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9yuXLwCvdfk

1o podcast Sydna Startups: Μικρές επιχειρήσεις – Μεγάλες ιδέες H δράση Sydna StartUps εγκαινιάζει μία νέα σειρά θεματικών podcast, για την καινοτομία, τις προοπτικές και την καθημερινότητα της νεοφυούς επιχειρηματικότητα...