How can artificial intelligence (AI) enhance operational performance and profitability in the hospitality sector — currently one of the key drivers of the local economy in the Province of Cuneo? In what ways can the latest technological tools introduced to the market, including those developed by innovative startups, become a concrete lever for growth, optimisation and evolution for companies operating in the HoReCa sector?

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These questions will be at the core of a new free workshop organised by the  Fondazione CRC in collaboration with the Innovative Business Incubator of the Polytechnic University of Turin (I3P). The initiative will bring together young entrepreneurs, established companies, industry associations and technology enthusiasts for a dialogue aimed at sharing practical needs and experiences, emerging technological trends and forward-looking business visions.

The workshop seeks to create a space for discussion among key players in the hotel and restaurant industry, emerging startups offering new sector-specific solutions and actors within the Cuneo innovation ecosystem. It will provide training and knowledge-sharing opportunities for all participants. Startups will have the opportunity to engage with long-established local companies on processes, technologies and entrepreneurial strategies, while established businesses will be encouraged to strengthen their capacity to innovate both working methods and everyday operational tools.

Overall, the meeting aims to foster knowledge transfer and promote a culture of Open Innovation — a crucial driver for enhancing the competitiveness of the hospitality sector and the broader local economic fabric.

The initiative is part of the  GrandUP! Tech project, promoted by Fondazione CRC in collaboration with I3P, with the goal of supporting the development of an innovation ecosystem and the creation of new businesses in the Cuneo area. The project is implemented within the framework of the “Memorandum of Understanding for Innovation and Digitalisation of Enterprises in the Province of Cuneo”, signed by Fondazione CRC and the Camera di Commercio di Cuneo together with the main local trade associations, including Coldiretti, Confagricoltura, Confartigianato, Confcommercio, Confindustria and Legacoop Piemonte.

How to participate

The event will take place on Thursday, March 12, 2026, from 6:30 pm, in person in Cuneo at the Meeting Room of Spazio Incontri of Fondazione CRC, Via Roma 15.

The event is open to everyone and participation is free, however, places are limited and registration is required.

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On April 8–9, Turin will become a European meeting point for discussions on climate resilience, territorial innovation, and participatory experimentation. The FARClimate Forum, the 5th General Assembly of the Horizon Europe – Research and Innovation Action project (HORIZON-MISS-2022-CLIMA-01-04), will take place at the Community Hub DORADO (Lungo Dora Firenze 27).

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The event is organized and hosted by Green Growth Generation (GGG), a partner of the European consortium actively involved in the development of the project and in promoting territorial practices related to the ecological transition.

The Forum will bring together FARClimate project partners, researchers, public administrations, civil society organizations, and stakeholders from several European countries. Over the course of two days, discussions will focus on the intersection of research, public policy, and local practices, with the aim of sharing concrete solutions to strengthen climate resilience in urban and peri-urban agricultural and forest systems.

At the core of the project are the Living Labs—territorial laboratories where institutions, businesses, local communities, and research centers co-design and test innovative solutions to address the impacts of climate change.

In addition to working sessions among European partners, the program will include field visits to selected initiatives in Turin that stand out for their work in urban innovation, regeneration, and sustainable practices. These visits will offer an opportunity to connect international dialogue with concrete local experiences and highlight models that can be replicated in other European contexts.

The FARClimate Forum therefore represents a strategic moment to showcase Turin’s ecosystem of organizations and initiatives working on impact and climate transition, while strengthening the dialogue between local actors and international networks.

The event is primarily intended for professionals and stakeholders active in the fields of territorial innovation, sustainability, and climate policy.

For further information, please contact communication@greengrowthgeneration.com

Those interested in participating can fill in the form

Applications are now open for the 11th Edition of the most prestigious initiative by AIF – Associazione Italiana Formatori, aimed at promoting best practices in learning pathways, human capital enhancement, and organizational development.

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Applications for the Training Excellence Award must be submitted by May 5, 2026.

The Award Ceremony is scheduled for June 29, 2026, at the Palazzina di Caccia di Stupinigi (Turin), and once again this year a special print and digital publication will be produced by the association featuring all participating projects.

For participants and sponsors, the Award represents a great opportunity for nationwide visibility.

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