Małopolska is a strong economic hub and an excellent place for business development. The region is one of the most dynamically developing provinces on the economic map of Poland and Central Europe. Our region is open to investment and fosters a business-friendly climate for entrepreneurs and innovation implementation.

Małopolska is the only one among 300 European regions to have received the special distinction of European Entrepreneurial Region 2024 for its forward-looking vision of development and support for entrepreneurship. The award is the result of significant efforts by many regional institutions dedicated to strengthening the business and innovation potential of the region, as well as actions supporting cooperation with Ukrainian institutions and entrepreneurs in rebuilding Ukraine and supporting its European aspirations. Thanks to strong support for entrepreneurship, enhanced competitiveness, and the optimal use of EU funds and public resources, Małopolska clearly stands out among other provinces.

Małopolska 2030 Regional Development Strategy and the Małopolska Region Innovation Strategy 2030 are key documents that define the most important areas of regional development and strategic directions for the regional government and institutions in the region.

Małopolska focuses on cooperation and development, including through initiatives such as:

  • Business in Małopolska Centre – a partnership between the Małopolska Region, the Małopolska Regional Development Agency S.A., and the Krakow Technology Park Sp. z o.o. The Centre undertakes activities aimed at attracting new foreign investments and supporting the expansion of Małopolska businesses into international markets.
  • #StartUP Małopolska – a training and acceleration program for young, innovative companies from the region.
  • Małopolska – where technology becomes business – a program designed to support events organized by the Małopolska startup community and the creative industry, focused on developing competencies in entrepreneurship and modern technologies, including through the use of creative workspaces like fablabs.
  • Global Entrepreneurship Week in Małopolska – the region’s largest celebration of entrepreneurship, organized as part of the Global Entrepreneurship Week initiative, in cooperation with dozens of local institutions.
  • Małopolska Successor Network – a program aimed at increasing the level of succession readiness in Małopolska-based companies.
  • Małopolska Researchers’ Night – a recurring event organized by the Małopolska Region in collaboration with regional universities, research institutes, and science-promotion organizations, with the main goal of popularizing science and innovation among the residents of Małopolska.
  • Małopolska Economic Award – an award recognizing the best entrepreneurs in the Małopolska Region who stand out for their innovation, implementation of modern solutions, and contribution to the modern economy.
  • NEREUS – Network of European Regions Using Space Technologies – through membership in the NEREUS Network, the Region is directly involved in actions and policies related to the development of the space sector and the use of space technologies for European regions and their citizens.
  • European Clean Hydrogen Alliance – its primary goal is to identify and establish a network of investments within the hydrogen value chain.
  • Vanguard Initiative – an interregional partnership focusing on stimulating innovation in the industrial sector and building value chains based on regionally identified smart specializations.

Current information on the activities of the Małopolska Region in the area of entrepreneurship and innovation can be found at
www.businessinmalopolska.pl and via social media.

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