Introduction to cluster development in Ukraine — develop clusters with the support of EU4Business!

Video Series Presentation: Clustering for Small and Medium Enterprises

We invite you to watch the first in a series of 10 videos developed by the “Ukrainian WoodHouse Cluster” team in partnership with Board, within the framework of the EU4Business program, funded by the European Union and the German Government.

This video series complements our technical guide and provides a visual understanding of the advantages and principles of clustering. These videos will help you understand how clusters are formed and operated, inspiring the application of this approach in Ukraine. Together, the lectures and videos offer a comprehensive overview of clustering opportunities for business and the economy. Using examples of successful European clusters, you will see how business associations foster the development of local industries.

Key Concepts and Benefits

To begin, we define the terms “cluster” and “clustering” and break down the specific benefits for entrepreneurs participating in projects initiated by these clusters.

• Economic Impact: Clusters are capable of playing a vital role in the sustainable development of Ukraine’s economy.
• Strategic Advantage: This impact is achievable provided there is a clear understanding of their purpose and the advantages they offer compared to other economic development models.

Expert Insight: Speaker Profile

The featured speaker for this video is Andrii Dligach, a Doctor of Economics, Founder and Head of Advanter Group, Founder of the Board business community, and Chairman of the Board of the Coalition of Business Communities for the Modernization of Ukraine.

Topics covered in the video:

• How clusters facilitate the attraction of foreign direct investment (FDI) to Ukraine.
• Major achievements within the Ukrainian cluster ecosystem.
• Current obstacles hindering the development of clustering.

The EU4Business program provides support so that every entrepreneur can contribute to the economic success of their state. We demonstrate how our practical step-by-step guide to forming clusters can drive growth for SMEs in Ukraine.

With the support of the international business community Board, we anticipate active participation from entrepreneurs who will receive concrete recommendations for developing their own clusters. Our goal is to ensure effective interaction and cooperation to achieve tangible results.

Background Information: 

This project is implemented under the grant competition for systemic SME support within the international cooperation program “EU4Business: Recovery, Competitiveness, and Internationalization of SMEs,”co-funded by the European Union and the German Government.

The EU4Business program is strategically designed to bolster Ukraine’s economic stability, recovery, and long-term expansion. By creating a more favorable environment for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), it directly supports the technical implementation of innovations and the scaling of exports. For more details, visit: www.eu4business.org.ua

Institutional Support & Partners:

• Business Development Fund (BDF): Executor of the grant competition.
• Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH.
• Ukrainian WoodHouse Cluster: The dedicated implementation partner.

The content of this publication is the sole responsibility of the Ukrainian WoodHouse Cluster and does not necessarily reflect the official position of the European Union, the German Government, or the BDF.