The ELIS Innovation Summit, formerly known as the Sport Innovation Congress, will take place on the 13th of November 2024 at the High Tech Campus in Eindhoven.
Join us for this one-day event to explore innovative solutions and the latest technologies aimed at promoting an active and healthy lifestyle – whether in sports, public spaces, at work, or beyond.
Get inspired by presentations from speakers like Robert-Jan Smits, Gregory Sedoc, Natasja Paulssen, Anri Vuori, Roald van Vliet and many more. Enjoy interactive workshops, diverse exhibitions, and plenty of opportunities to connect and network!
The ELIS Innovation Summit, formerly known as the Sport Innovation Congress, will take place on the 13th of November 2024 at the High Tech Campus in Eindhoven.
The Summit is a one-day event centred around exploring innovative solutions and technological advancements to stimulate a sportive and active healthy lifestyle within the domains of sports, public spaces, the workplace and beyond. It is filled with inspiring presentations, engaging workshops, diverse exhibitions and plenty of networking opportunities.
This year’s theme is “Crossing Borders for Sport & Vitality”. We believe that challenges related to sports and vitality are not limited by borders. Working together and using innovative solutions are crucial to stimulate a healthy and active society. Making the transition from healthcare to care for health.
The Summit will be the place to hear about innovation and collaboration projects. Meet the ELIS Innovation HUB and learn how support opportunities for SMEs are being created through projects and cooperation with other International Innovation Hubs for sports & vitality. The summit brings great opportunities to learn and make new connections in the field of sports and vitality.
Be inspired and make new connections. Do not miss it!
The ELIS Innovation Summit 2024 takes place on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 and promises a full day of activities.
Explore cutting-edge innovations at the Innovation Square, participate in hands-on workshops tailored to real-world applications, and hear from distinguished speakers shaping the future of sports and vitality. This program inspires, engages, and connects professionals across industries.
Please take a look at the full schedule below for details on each session.
Get ready for an exciting lineup of speakers at the ELIS Innovation Summit 2024. Leading experts and innovators will take the stage to share their insights on the future of sports and vitality. This is your chance to hear from the best in the field and be inspired by their stories, experiences, and forward-thinking ideas.
Robert-Jan Smits
President of Eindhoven University of Technology, with a strong European background, having previously served as Director-General for Research and Innovation at the European Commission.
Gregory Sedoc
Former top athlete and innovation advisor focused on leveraging innovation to encourage active lifestyles. Supports innovators in developing new solutions and hosts the Sportinnovator “Gamechangers” campaign.
Natasja Paulssen
Founder of Dutch Rose Media, specializing in simplifying complex data through augmented reality and innovative tech solutions for businesses.
Peter Sprenger – Chairman
Chairman of the Dutch Volleyball Federation and Chairman of Techonomy, driving digital transformation and strategic growth within the sports and technology sectors.
Anri Vuori
Environmental Innovator and Growth Strategist at Lahti Region Development LADEC Ltd
Harmen Bijsterbosch
Managing Director of InnoBeweegLab, driving strategy, operations and partnerships. Network coordinator at public space of Beweegalliantie.
Montse Centellas
International Manager with 15+ years in SME internationalization and innovation, specializing in global strategies for sports and tourism. Experienced in EU project management.
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Ad de Bont
Urban planner and project leader specializing in creating active and healthy living environments. Partner at Urhahn since 2014 and co-founder of the Healthy Design Platform.
Damian Bott
Head of Strategy at PSV Eindhoven where he defines, creates and embeds their Vision2023 to create stars among their most important target groups.
Roald van der Vliet
Chairman of InnoSportlab De Tongelreep, human movement scientist and swimcoach entrepreneur.
Tamás Dékán
Managing director and pioneer in promoting cross-border initiatives in sports, with a focus on business development.
Ilse van der Heijden
Project manager specializing in European sports and physical activity projects, with a focus on Exergaming.
Rene Wijlens
Executive director with in-depth expertise in European sports networks and vitality projects.
Lars van Raaij
Founder of Magic Trailz, specializing in sports, gamification and storytelling to motivate children
and families to get active outdoors.
Javier Gámez-Payá
Professor of physical activity and sports biomechanics at the
Faculty of Health Sciences of the European University of Valencia.
Bertrik Berfelo
Lecturer and researcher at HAN University of Applied Sciences, specializing in Sports Economics & Strategic Sports Management.
Mijke Sluis
An experienced project and interim manager specializing in healthcare and sports, with a background in psychology and movement sciences and extensive experience at the Dutch Ministry of Health.
Bernard Grundlehner
Experienced System Architect with a demonstrated history of working in the research industry. Over 10 years of experience in advanced development of medical wearables.
Egbert Jaspers
An embedded systems expert specializing in video content analysis and multi-core computing architectures. He has led numerous projects in digital video processing and is currently an entrepreneur in the tech industry.
Gerard Huiskes
Former Innovation Manager at Ahrend with experience in the furniture industry, specializing in research, innovation, vitality, sustainability, change management and continuous improvement.
Bas Ruyssenaars
Creative entrepreneur, founder/CEO of YOU.FO and The Choice Architects, and co-founder of the Institute of Brilliant Failures.
Noud van Herpen
Program Manager at SSNB, focused on promoting physical activity in public spaces, using sport to enhance community well-being and social connections.
Marc van der Zande
Experienced project manager specializing in sports and health innovation with national and European expertise.
Christopher Geelen
Electrical Engineer with expertise in computer vision and machine learning, managing projects that bridge software development and business.
Scott Reid
Sustainability and stakeholder relations professional with experience and knowledge across a range of different sectors.
Martijn van Eck
Senior consultant sports area and public spaces. He specializes in sports areas and creating an exercise-friendly environment.
Maurits Overmans
Co-founder and CEO at Aristotle Technologies. They help organizations to train the brain functions that hinder the acitivities of daily living of their end-users in dual-task with their context-related (motor) exercises.
The summit is designed for companies, educational institutions, governments, and innovation labs that are are active or interested in the field of innovation within the sports and vitality sector.
This includes representatives from educational institutions, local governments, both professional and recreational, as well as professionals such as researchers, educators, trainers, coaches, technical directors, policy makers, product developers, and freelancers.
Through practical illustrations and engaging speakers, you will gain a deeper understanding of the significance of sports and vitality in your fields of work and learn how to effectively implement it.
The summit offers an excellent opportunity to interact directly with other participants, allowing to discover new opportunities, forging valuable connections and establishing collaborative endeavors.
The ELIS Innovation Summit unfolds at the High Tech Campus in Eindhoven, renowned as the most intelligent square kilometer on the planet.
The ELIS Innovation Summit unfolds at the High Tech Campus in Eindhoven, renowned as the most intelligent square kilometer on the planet.
Through practical illustrations and engaging speakers, you will gain a deeper understanding of the significance of sports and vitality in your fields of work and learn how to effectively implement it.
The summit offers an excellent opportunity to interact directly with other participants, allowing to discover new opportunities, forging valuable connections and establishing collaborative endeavors.
An essential part of the ELIS innovation summit 2024, is the Innovation Square. Here businesses can showcase their innovations for sports & vitality through a demonstration. During the whole event attendees can walk around the innovation square, so it encourages interaction and the possibility of networking and possible new collaborations. Each year we handpick and invite a selected number of innovative companies and projects that can book a spot in the limited available space.
Do you want a chance to showcase your innovative solution, service or project during one of the best events the Brainport region has to offer? Send us an email at partners@elisinnovationhub.com
I3-Inshape
Builds a European network of innovation hubs for sports & vitality, supporting SME growth and cross-border collaboration.
FuzeField
Combines play, movement, and learning into a new dimension, where the three elements reinforce each other.
Digit-pre
Innovative solutions in prevention, prediction & remote care, enhancing digital health applications.
Sport Data Valley
Sport Data Valley is a leading data analysis infrastructure for sports, exercise, and health.
You.Fo
An innovative sports game where an aerodynamic ring is thrown using specially designed sticks.
Vention
Develops & produces embedded electronics and software to fast track your product development using a modular platform
Comeback Center
Offers personalized rehabilitation for injury recovery and mobility, with a focus on athletes.
Sportamundi
A social enterprise supporting the non-profit sports sector with digital solutions in “Sport, Education, and Research.”
Vinotion
Vinotion develops AI-driven computer vision and motion tracking for performance and safety in sports, health, and industry.
LumenArt
Designs innovative lighting solutions that blend aesthetics and functionality, transforming residential, commercial, and outdoor spaces.
ReMotion
ReMotion® revolutionizes rehabilitation with immersive technology, combining motivation, gamification, and efficiency for a transformative experience.
Magic Trailz
An interactive platform that enriches outdoor adventures with tech-enhanced trails, combining navigation and storytelling to deepen the outdoor experience.
SportsImproVR
A virtual reality platform for athletic training, using immersive simulations and personalized data to boost performance in a controlled setting.
ELIS Innovation Hub
A center for sports and health innovation, uniting industry, startups, and researchers to create advanced solutions through collaboration.
Embedded Fitness
Uses technology to create interactive exercise experiences, promoting an active lifestyle in schools, gyms, and rehab centers.
Green Urban Data
Leverages data to promote sustainable urban development, guiding cities to improve sustainability and quality of life.
Kinetic Analysis
Kinetic Analysis captures precise human motion data through advanced sensors, driving innovation in health and performance solutions.
Tech2play
Creates adaptive sports equipment, empowering wheelchair users to engage in sports like soccer for fitness and inclusion.
The ELIS Innovation Summit, formerly known as the Sport Innovation Congress, is celebrating its 20th edition this year.
A cumulative total of over 5,000 individuals have attended previous editions.
The ELIS Innovation Summit is excellently rated by professionals with a 4.7/5.0.
“Well-organized conference. The speakers and topics covered were undeniably interesting.”
“I found it to be a substantively robust congress with a diverse program.”
“Well-catered, engaging, and featuring high-caliber participants among both speakers and attendees.”
“I gained a multitude of new and innovative ideas during the ELIS Innovation Summit.”
Are you among the 250+ professionals planning to join us at the High Tech Campus on 13 November 2024?
Then register today!
The ELIS Innovation Summit is initiated and supported by:
With contribution from the following projects:
For questions about the ELIS Innovation Summit, please contact info@elisinnovationhub.com.
Richard Migchielsen
Projectleader Innovation platform sustainable sports
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