8:00 am

Opening session

In France as well, collaborative research and innovation are top priorities for both private and public-sector players. The French government, the Ile-de-France Region and the city of Paris have all committed to plans of action to support collaborative R&D, innovation and job creation. How do these strategies fit into the future development of the European economy?

• Jean-Louis Missika, Deputy Mayor of Paris, in charge of innovation, research and universities
• Jacqueline Penez, regional adviser, Ile-de-France region
• Gilbert Roger, Vice-Chairman of the General Council, Seine Saint Denis
• Joël Gayssot, Director of the Development Agency of Val de Marne
• Daniel Canepa, Prefect of Ile-de-France region and Prefect of Paris

Introduction
Scientific research, technological development (RDT network) and innovation all play a major role in the process of economic growth and a return to growth. French and European clusters contribute greatly to achieving these objectives. Issues and outlook for building an Innovative Europe.       

• Jean-David Malo, Project leader in charge of "Les Régions de la connaissance" (Regions for Knowledge)

Clusters in Europe
Developing "The European Project factory"

• Introduction: Nikos Pantalos, In charge of the European Cluster Policy, Directorate General for Enterprise and Industry (European Commission)
  
  
• Round Table:
  • Prof. Antoni Subira, member of the European Cluster Policy Group
  • François-Xavier Level, President, Europa Intercluster
  • Sophie Fourmond, responsible for international cluster co-operations, Agence "Competence Networks Germany" (coordination & support de 120 German Competence Networks)
  • Dominique Vernay, Chairman, SYSTEM@TIC Paris-Region              
  • Michel Ganoote, International Department - European Delegate, Strategy and Development, OSEO

"Talk and walk"
Summary presentation of 13 European clusters seeking partnerships with other French and European clusters
• "Three minutes / 3 slides" per cluster

Inter-cluster cooperation: A user's manual
When exploring transnational R&D projects between French and European clusters, sharing experiences is a useful exercise: how to set up a consortium, define common goals, spot success and risk factors, finance projects, derive the benefit, surmount hurdles, manage transnational project, manage timing, and more. What tools do clusters need to work together?

• Introduction: Pascal Rogard, Director, SME competitiveness and growth department, Europe and international partnerships under the Ministry of the Economy, Finance and Industry.
• Illustrations and case studies: 
  • Anne Guillaume, Project leader, DAS Road Safety, Mov’eo
  • Anna Nilsson-Ehle, Director,  SAFE
  • Patrick Cocquet, General Representative, Cap Digital
  • Andrew Bullen, IIP CREATE
  • David Monteau, Head of Innovation, INRIA
  • Andrea Romagnoli, FILAS

Address by Christian Estrosi, Minister in charge of Industry under the Minister of the Economy, Industry and Employment

Innovation and the City of Tomorrow
Integrating innovative technologies for tomorrow's digital, sustainable city

• Round table: Chairmen of the seven Paris-area business clusters
  • Dominique Vernay, Chairman, System@tic
  • Michel Ray, Vice-President,  Advancity
  • Alain Coutrot, Chairman, ASTech
  • Henri Verdier, Chairman, Cap Digital
  • Jean Laurent, Chairman, Finance Innovation
  • Jean Derégnaucourt, Deputy Director, Medicen
  • Serge Gregory, Vice-President, Mov'eo

Break - Tour of the exhibit