We love to see start-ups grow and it’s especially encouraging to see the next generation of entrepreneurs make a flying start.

What do HSBC and the BizSpark program have in common?  They are both focused on supporting innovative SMEs across the world.

Jan Muehlfeit, Chairman of Microsoft Europe, on unlocking human potential through inspiring creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship; and improving European competitiveness by re-aligning education programmess and providing support for start-up companies.

I was asked to describe in 5 minutes how we can help to overcome the challenges facing Europe.

Who would start a business development for start-ups in a slump? That’s precisely when it has to be done, says Microsoft.

The European Research Council head urges basic research for economic growth – and charts a course for expansion