SmartESA is launching a new series of online webinars and is currently seeking experts, French startups, and innovation labs to contribute as speakers. This is a call for professionals to share their expertise in specific technology and innovation sectors through online interventions.
At a Glance
- Opportunity Type: Call for Experts / Speakers
- For: Experts, French Startups, and Innovation Labs
- Format: Online Intervention
- Application Deadline: Rolling deadlines from February 24 to April 5, 2026
- Location: Online / Remote
Call for Experts Overview
SmartESA, the ESA Business School’s accelerator, is organizing a series of online sessions to discuss critical topics in the digital and industrial sectors. They are actively looking to connect with experts who are working with French companies, research labs, or startups in specific fields to serve as contributors for these webinars.
Topics and Deadlines
Prospective speakers should note the following topics and their respective application deadlines:
- Supply Chains & Resilient Infrastructures: Deadline February 24, 2026
- Cybersecurity & Digital Trust: Deadline February 26, 2026
- EduTech: Deadline March 14, 2026
- Digital Economy: Deadline March 16, 2026
- HealthTech & Wellbeing Innovation: Deadline April 5, 2026
Eligibility Criteria
- Target Profiles: Experts, French startups, and innovation labs.
- Affiliation: Applicants should be working with a French company, research lab, or startup in the relevant fields.
How to Apply
To express interest or recommend an expert, send an email to SmartESA.
- Email: smartesa@esa.edu.lb
- Subject Line: Chosen Topic – Expert Call
About SmartESA
SmartESA is the national startup and corporate accelerator of the ESA Business School in Beirut. Established in 2017, it leverages ESA’s management know-how and network to help startups jump-start their projects by providing the right tools, skills, and connections for success.
Learn More: SmartESA
