Artificial Intelligence
Gerasim Y. Slavov
InnovationAmp European Digital Innovation Hub | BRAIN++
Talk TopicInnovationAmp: Accelerating Digital Transformation
About the speaker
Gerasim Y. Slavov has over 20 years of management experience in telecommunications and media. His expertise includes strategic leadership, digital transformation, marketing and building partnerships with investors, institutions and industry.
He holds master's degrees in Business Administration from the University of Lincoln, UK, in European Studies from the University of Limerick, Ireland, and in Linguistics from Sofia University, as well as a bachelor's degree in International Relations from the American University in Bulgaria.
About the talk
Talk DescriptionMany companies have ideas for adopting artificial intelligence and automation, but find it hard to take on the risk and cost of the first step. InnovationAmp is a European Digital Innovation Hub (EDIH) and helps precisely at this stage. The hub offers technology testing before investment, training, support in finding funding and access to a network of partners. Together with the computing resources of the BRAIN++ AI Factory, these services reduce risk and shorten the path from pilot project to market-ready solution.
Key TakeawaysTesting before investing: a company can validate a technology solution with the hub's experts before committing its own funds. Real cost reduction: EDIH services are provided free of charge and are funded by the Digital Europe Programme and the national budget. Computing power for AI: start-ups and SMEs can access EuroHPC supercomputing resources through BRAIN++ without buying their own infrastructure. A stronger position with investors and funds: with a validated prototype, a digital maturity assessment and a clear implementation plan, a company has better chances with the NIF, the Fund of Funds or private investors. Skills for the team: the hub offers training in AI, data and cybersecurity tailored to the company's specific needs. Access to the European network: more than 200 hubs across the EU make it easier to find partners, technologies and new export markets. A clear first step: the audience will learn how to get in touch with InnovationAmp, what to prepare and what to expect in the first weeks.