Baltic Circular Threads 2nd training round
APPLICATIONS FOR THE SECOND ROUND OF BALTIC CIRCULAR THREADS TRAINING PROGRAMME ARE OPEN UNTIL 31 AUGUST!
The second cycle of the programme runs from September to November and is aimed at young people aged 18–29 who have practical skills or an educational background in crafts, textiles, or design, but who lack entrepreneurial knowledge and wish to develop their idea into a viable business.
A total of 24 participants will be selected for the training group: 12 from Estonia and 12 from Finland.
The training programme in between is delivered as a series of online lectures. Participation in the programme is free of charge, and the working language is English.
Schedule of the Second Cycle:
31.08.2026 Application deadline
04.09.2026 Participants selection and announcement
22.–25.09.2026 2nd Cycle Kick off event in Mikkeli, Finland
• What is entrepreneurship and what do you need to know about a business model? How to use a business model canvas? What is design thinking and how to use the art of storytelling in entrepreneurship?
29.09.2026 – Sustainable practices and circular economy
01.10.2026 – Q&A session: sustainable practices and circular economy
05.10.2026 – Marketing Strategies and Branding pre-recorded
08.10.2026 – Q&A session: marketing strategies and branding.
12.10.2026 – Using AI and digital tools in marketing.
15.10.2026 – Q&A session: using digital tools in marketing
19.10.2026 – Financial management and pricing EST/pre-recorded
22.10.2026 – Q&A session: financial management and pricing
27.10.2026 – ESG, EU regulations, consumer rights. Legal and ethical aspects.
29.10.2026 – Q&A session: ESG, EU regulations, consumer rights. Legal and ethical aspects
09.11.2026 – Mental health and self management. FIN/pre-recorded
12.11.2026 – Q&A session: mental health and self management
18.-20.11.2026 Kick Out event in Tartu.
• Pitching and public speaking.
