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CCIFS Activities
The leading FrenchSerbian business network, the French-Serbian Chamber of Commerce, is an institution that brings together French companies in Serbia, as well as Serbian and other international companies that maintain trade relations with France or French companies. The Chamber is also a reliable partner to all companies from France wanting to obtain information about Serbia or launch operations in the country
The main role of the CCIFS is to enable its members to access its network of companies and exchange experiences and knowledge, establishing cooperation with other members in Serbia and around the world. In order to promote economic exchanges between France and Serbia and enable communication between member companies, the CCIFS organises about 40 different events annually.
Start-up Accelerator The CCIFS successfully implemented its Start-up Accelerator competition for the third consecutive year, representing a programme of free mentoring support for start-ups and enterprises established no more than a year ago. The White Lemur start-up was selected, with its SOMA project, which deals with the production of biodegradable material from agricultural waste to re-
place polystyrene in industry. During 2020, the winner will enjoy the support of the CCIFS Management Board, directors and managers of the largest French companies operating in Serbia, who will use their experience, contacts and ideas to help this start-up develop its business. The winner also gains the right to membership in the Chamber, thus increasing its visibility and expanding its network of contacts. Panel discussion “Skills of the future” The French-Serbian Chamber of Commerce, in cooperation with the Career Development Centre of the University of Belgrade, organised a panel discussion for students entitled “Skills of the Future”, held in the Ceremonial Hall of the University Rectorate. The CCFS last year signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the 29
