SME-BOOST
SME-BOOST is an informal, nationally represented network that offers a modern, results-oriented approach to supporting innovative small and medium-sized enterprises.
About SME-BOOST
SME-BOOST connects SMEs with business support organizations, universities, and financial institutions to provide them with access to the expertise, knowledge, and resources they need to grow, innovate, and become more competitive. Through SME-BOOST, Bulgarian companies receive practical support for more successful development and better positioning on European and global markets.
Business services
SME-BOOST works with small and medium-sized enterprises that are looking for more than just general advice. The network helps SMEs identify their growth opportunities, find suitable partners, and secure financing for their next steps.
SME-BOOST’s ambition is to provide individual, results-oriented support by engaging both national and international resources and partners.
ARC Fund is the national coordinator of the network for Bulgaria.
How we help SMEs
Innovation
Enhancing SMEs’ potential to innovate, grow and develop new products, services and business models.
Sustainability
Helping SMEs in their transition to more sustainable business models.
Resilience
Empowering SMEs by building up their business resilience to future challenges.
EU Single market
Help SMEs navigate EU legislation, rules and formalities and address Single Market obstacles.
Business, Technology and R&D Partnering
We match companies with the right business partners and to promote new technologies globally.
Digitalisation
Helping SMEs tailor digital solutions to their business needs.
Internationalisation
Supporting SMEs to help them access international markets and business opportunities.
Access to finance
Providing advice on EU funding instruments and other financial support tools.
Get in touch to receive tailored advice, support and opportunities for international partnerships: Plamen Ivanov, plamen.ivanov@arcfund.net
