EPIC-X Open Call for Business Coaches is now live

The EPIC-X project, in which SAPIE - Slovak Alliance for Innovation Economy is a proud partner, opens an exciting opportunity for experienced professionals ready to make a real impact on the European deep tech ecosystem.

📅 This is a rolling call with two evaluation deadlines: 30 April 2026 and 29 May 2026

We are inviting Business Coaches, Strategic Advisors, and Experts with strong experience in areas such as:

🔹Market access & go-to-market strategy

🔹Commercialisation of innovation

🔹Scaling startups internationally

🔹Investment readiness & fundraising support

🔹Leadership & executive mentoring

🔹Communication & storytelling for tech ventures

🔹Deep tech applications & innovation pathways

🔹Regulated sectors & compliance challenges

🔹Intellectual property (IP) strategy

Through the Acceleration+ programme, selected coaches will support women-led deep tech startups from 16 European countries.

Selected coaches will be matched with one or more of the 20 startups taking part in the six-month programme, providing tailored support across:

🔹commercialisation & scaling

🔹investment readiness

🔹leadership & communication

🔹deep tech applications, and regulatory or IP-related challenges

If you´re passionate about supporting ambitious founders and shaping the future of deep tech in Europe, this opportunity might be for you.