Launching Project - Karlskrona 30-31.10.2023
The TAB Project recently held a successful partner meeting in the beautiful city of Karlskrona in Sweden. This event brought together a diverse group of participants from various countries, all united by a shared vision to innovate at the intersection of tech, art, and business.
Participants and Origins:
The meeting saw the participation of individuals from several organizations and countries, including:
Blue Science Park, Sweden: Marie Björck, Johanna Persson, Jörgen Adolfsson, Lennart Johansson, and Anna Sanderson
Hyper Island , Sweden: Kevin Sanikidze and Cecilia Lindberg
Media Design, Poland: Monika Klein
West Pomeranian ICT Cluster, Poland: Magda Ławicka and Estera Pawliczak
Rietavas Tourism and Business Information Centre, Lithuania: Rasa Baliulevičienė, Laima Dockevičienė, and Vaiva Petrauskiene
Karlskrona Municipality, Sweden: Susanne Ekblad
BEPART - The Public Imagination Movement, Italy: Giovanni Franchina and Joris Jaccarino
HI Story, Sweden: Magnus Carlsson
Joint Secretariat Interreg South Baltic, Poland: Aleksandra Gierat
Arts Dot/Blue Science Park, Sweden: Anna Enquist Müller
Paula Gullbing AB, Sweden: Paula Gullbing
Composer/Musician, France: Jeffrey Mpondo
Script 46, Sweden: Anette Mattsson
The agenda was packed with engaging activities and discussions aimed at fostering collaboration and setting the stage for future work.
Key sessions included:
Presentation of Democreate: An innovative program aimed at transforming the Swedish job market through the power of culture and creativity.
Interreg South Baltic Programme: A detailed overview by Aleksandra Gierat.
Workshops on Collaboration: Participants engaged in workshops to discuss effective ways of working together, fostering an open and safe atmosphere for discussions.
To build camaraderie and strengthen relationships, participants enjoyed a surprise social activity and a delightful dinner at Villa Oscar. These informal settings provided ample opportunities for deeper connections and networking.
One of the highlights was the "Walk and Talk" sessions where participants, grouped into small teams, took short walks around the campus. This unique approach encouraged open dialogue and helped participants get to know each other better, discuss their interests, and share insights on collaboration.
During this activity, BEPART - The Public Imagination Movement, presented and gave participants the opportunity to use an application it has created that makes it possible to bring art into the public domain.
The meeting concluded with a clear roadmap for future collaborations and monthly digital meetings. The participants left with increased trust and clarity on their roles and expectations, setting a strong foundation for the project's success.
The TAB Project partner meeting in Karlskrona was a resounding success, showcasing the power of international collaboration in driving innovation at the nexus of tech, art, and business.