working groups for economy
Each forum is able to set up a certain number of working groups focusing on
specific policy issues. Each working group has a specific remit and tasks, for
example preparing a position paper on a particular topic, or managing
activities such as a European project or campaign.
Each working group
consists of individuals, nominated by member cities, who are considered as
having relevant knowledge and expertise. Each working group is chaired by a
member city, which is also responsible for reporting back to the relevant forum
on the results achieved.
- economy
City branding and international economic relations
This working group focuses on how city identity, branding and marketing can reinforce strategic plans for growth and prosperity by attracting investment, business, people and tourists
- economy
Entrepreneurship and SMEs
This working group will focus on supporting business creation and development and skills development in cities, supporting our objective of long-term economic development
- economy
Innovation
This working group promotes exchanges on local innovation ecosystems and influences EU policies and funding programmes, such as Horizon 2020.
- economy
Long term investment
This working group will focus on how to use financial instruments, develop investments projects and promote the exchange of the best practices in supporting investments in cities