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WHAT IS ELITE?

An ecosystem for the most ambitious private companies

ELITE, launched in 2012 by Borsa Italiana and now part of Euronext Group, is the European network of private SMEs which accelerates the process to access private and public capital markets. Our mission is to support companies by connecting them to capital, skills and network to drive their sustainable growth in the long-term. In France the programme is developed in partnership with ESCP Business School

 

Who is it for

Ambitious private companies from any sector looking to scale up their business and explore funding options.

How this benefits you?

ELITE companies are better prepared to access capital markets. ​Our 12-month programme ensures companies are investment ready and connected to top-class executives and new business opportunities.
 

How do I join?

Participating companies typically have €10m+ revenues and have good historic growth and future potential. After you apply we are looking forward to going through an in-depth assessment with you in order to be able to join the ELITE programme

WHY JOIN?

Become an ELITE company

WORLD-CLASS PROGRAMME

We offer you a wide a range of live and on-demand training courses from leveraging on top business schools faculty and our network of partners. 
 

OUTSTANDING NETWORK

Being part of an innovation-driven network has never been more important. Also, all ELITE members are selected and approved from an internal committee, and this means you can access top class executives.
 

PARTNERS AND ADVISORS

Access a high-touch service through relationship managers; a one-stop-shop for strategic initiatives and receive support through the expertise of ELITE qualified advisors and partner.
 

ALTERNATIVE FUNDING OPTIONS

ELITE is the most time and cost-effective way to connect you with multiple funding solutions to scale your business.

KNOWLEDGE

  • Strategy Series
  • Growth Labs

NETWORK

  • Europe-wide events
  • Outstanding peers and advisors
  • Coaching & Mentoring

CAPITAL

  • Access alternative funding options
  • Business matching opportunities
  • Financial Advisory and IPO Support
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Inclusive capital markets for SMEs


ELITE is partner of the French-Italian Accelerator

In 2021 we launched the first French-Italian Accelerator teaming up with Bpifrance, Cassa Depositi e Prestiti (CDP) and Team France Export to guide the growth of companies through dedicated training sessions and increase business opportunities across the two countries by planning bilateral meetings:

• 40 French and Italian ambitious companies
• 500 business meetings
• 100 learning hours

Growth Labs

Through immersive one-day Growth Labs, you have the opportunity to deep-dive into key growth’ drivers. In-person meetings of the year will be:

Nov
13
2025
Workshop - Empowering growth: approaches to talent acquisition and retention

In today’s talent-driven economy, the ability to attract, engage, and retain top people is no longer just an HR challenge—it’s a strategic priority for any growth-oriented business. Mid-sized European companies face a unique tension: they must compete with larger firms for talent, while maintaining the agility that defines them.
This one-day deep-dive workshop is designed for CEOs, founders, and HR senior managers who are ready to move beyond the basics of employer branding and perks. Together, we’ll explore what truly drives retention in 2025—and how to build people strategies that align with evolving employee expectations, hybrid work realities, and generational shifts. Through a blend of expert insights, real-world case discussion, and peer-to-peer exchange, participants will leave with:

• A clear picture of the core drivers of attraction and engagement today

• Tools to co-design talent strategies with leadership teams and HR team

• Fresh ideas from peers facing similar scale, complexity, and culture questions
 

If your company is scaling—and your people strategy hasn’t kept up—this workshop is where you close the gap.
 

Because talent is no longer a support function. It’s your competitive edge.

Register

ELITE Partnership

The smartest way to grow your business
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