Join our EU Innovation Fund Masterclass
In collaboration with the Danish Energy Agency, we invite potential applicants to an exclusive series of three webinars on the EU Innovation Fund (EUIF) that are designed to help you prepare for the upcoming the 2026 call.
Throughout the EUIF Masterclass, some of our most experienced EU consultants will host three course modules and share their extensive knowledge of the EU Innovation Fund and provide you guidance on how to develop and write a successful funding application.
Read more about the three course modules below.
EU Innovation Fund Masterclass
1: Initial Phases of EU IF
This module has taken place
First module provides a thorough understanding of the programme’s structure, selection criteria, and examples of funded projects, This will help you assess whether your project fits the EU IF framework.
In addition, the webinar will cover consortium composition, project scoping, alternative financing options and a step-by-step guide to the application and project management process.
18 November 2025 at 13:00–15:00
This module walks you through the application process, from documentation requirements, financial modelling to greenhouse gas emission calculations. You will also gain insights into best practices, common pitfalls and practical examples from past applications.
The course builds on and expands on Module 1, however, both new and participants from the first session will benefit from the second module.
8 January 2026, 13:00–15:00
The final module highlights tips, tricks, pitfalls, and best practices for preparing a successful EU Innovation Fund application, based on practical insights from previous applicants.
We will also look at how to strengthen your proposal by linking your project’s impact to relevant EU policy priorities. Also, a short recap of the previous webinars will ensure all participants can benefit, both new and those who attended the first two.
Meet the Experts behind the EU Innovation Fund Masterclass
Filippo Maria Contenti
Partner, Senior Consultant
MSc. Social Needs and Urban Areas Design / MSc. Marketing Research
Filippo transforms clients' innovative ideas into compelling business cases by simplifying and clarifying their potential. With his holistic perspective, he expertly advises businesses in market analysis, commercialisation, and stakeholder engagement, while crafting financing strategies to take projects from concept to market, supporting growth from start-ups to large industries.
Félix Urbain
Partner, Head of the ECC BU
M.Sc. Management, Business and Economics / PhD Materials Science
Félix, a world record holder, enhanced Solar-to-Hydrogen conversion efficiency with his research team using affordable photovoltaic materials. Félix was a postdoctoral scientist in multiple topics, such as batteries, CO2 recycling, and e-fuels. Leaving the science community to exclusively work on industry-scale projects, Félix supports clients drive their innovative ideas to applications.
Iñigo Ozcoidi Gallues
Project Consultant
MSc. Industrial Engineering
His academic background support his success with the Innovation Fund. Iñigo has also been an Industry 4.0 technician, used machine learning methods for production planning, managed projects and participated in volunteer activities around the world. Today, he actively contributes to the development of pioneering concepts and collaborates with colleagues from various fields and industries.
Jan Rezek
Managing Director, NICF
MSc. Strategy, Organisation, Leadership
After years in grant financing, Jan saw a recurring challenge - clients needed multiple advisors to secure full financing. He founded our Corporate Finance department to bridge the gap and create a true one-stop shop covering grants, venture and project debt, equity financing, and exits. Jan structures complex transactions strategically, aligning deals with corporate goals. He leads our EIB, EIC Fund, and M&A activities.