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Trade Fair Assistance in GeorgiaWith Estonian support, Georgian small businesses expanded into European markets and created nearly a thousand new jobs
With the support of Estonia and UNDP, Georgian small and medium-sized enterprises have created 960 new jobs and helped 25 companies enter the European Union market for the first time in the past three years. The ESDTEV-funded program has strengthened the export capacity of 306 companies and brought new economic growth to Georgia with the help of Estonian know-how.
Trade Fair Assistance in GeorgiaDesigning for the World: Woodtiness’ Journey from Georgia to International Expansion
Woodtiness is a Georgian handmade accessories brand built around individuality, emotional expression, and contemporary reinterpretations of cultural identity. The brand creates thoughtfully designed pieces inspired by Georgian traditions, translated into a modern design language that connects personal storytelling with timeless craftsmanship.
Trade Fair Assistance in GeorgiaThe World Stage Awaits: How Georgian Brand COSMO Is Building Its Path Toward International Success
Behind every successful export story lies a journey of learning, adaptation, and strategic growth. For COSMO, that journey began with a vision to take Georgian craftsmanship beyond national borders.
- 01Export Consultants Mastery 2025-2026: Immersive Study Visits in Estonia
- 02Study visit in Tallinn: an intense week of hands-on learning, new connections and “wow” moments
- 03Study Visit: From Tbilisi to the Nordic Creative Market – Georgian Agencies Explore Finland’s Creative Business Models
- 04Study Visit: From Tbilisi to Europe – Strengthening Creative Service Exports Through Estonia’s Digital Governance and Creative Industry Practices
Study visit in Tallinn: an intense week of hands-on learning, new connections and “wow” moments
The week was designed to bring together training and graduation, company visits, networking and very practical exposure to Estonia’s business and digital environment.
Trade Fair Assistance in GeorgiaAlumni Success Story: Wine Diamond Transforms Georgian Winemaking into Jewelry
The Visionest Institute team is proud to continue our Georgian Alumni Success Stories series by highlighting the journey of Wine Diamond, a groundbreaking Georgian brand transforming wine into jewelry and captivating audiences both locally and internationally.
Trade Fair Assistance in GeorgiaVisionest Institute Celebrates Alumni Success: Knitteria’s Journey to the Global Stage
The Visionest Institute team is proud to share the story of one of our inspiring alumni – Knitteria, whose dedication, creativity, and ambition beautifully reflect the spirit of our programs. In September 2025, during our visit to Tbilisi for a women’s entrepreneurship exhibition, we had the chance to see firsthand how alumni like Knitteria are turning vision into reality and making an impact both locally and internationally.
Trade Fair Assistance in GeorgiaHow to Stand Out at an International Trade Fair? Hands-On Workshop with Practical Learning Video, Tbilisi, Georgia. Register by 31 August! (Georgian participants only)
September 12, 16:00 -18:00
ArmeniaVisionest Institute’s 35th season opened with a playful spirit!
Visionest Institute’s 35th season will be lively and playful.
Trade Fair Assistance in GeorgiaFrom Tbilisi to Florence: Exclusive Study Tour & Trade Fair Experience for Georgian Fashion SMEs
As part of the “Trade Fair Assistance for Georgian SMEs” initiative, Visionest Institute organized a high-impact study visit to Florence, Italy, focused on the children’s fashion industry. From June 23 to 26, over seven Georgian SME representatives accessed leading European brands and participated directly in the Pitti Immagine Bimbo trade fair-one of the world’s premier kidswear platforms.
Trade Fair Assistance in GeorgiaMore Than 30 Entrepreneurs, 20 Companies, One Vision: Digital Sales and Online Marketplaces Training Concludes with EU Certified Graduation in Tbilisi
Visionest Institute successfully concluded its three day Digital Sales and Online Marketplaces training with an official graduation ceremony on June 5 in Tbilisi. The event brought together more than 30 entrepreneurs representing 20 small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) from across Georgia – many from the fashion, textile, and design industries – who received EU recognized certificates for completing the intensive program.
Trade Fair Assistance in GeorgiaApply Now: Visionest Institute Launches Fully Funded “Sustainability and Product Innovation Training” for Georgia’s Fashion and Textile Representatives
Visionest Institute is announcing a rare, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for 20 Georgian companies in fashion, accessories, uniforms, jewellery, and textiles to participate in an exclusive, intensive EU-focused training program. Don’t miss out on this unique chance to fast-track your brand’s growth and export readiness. Each selected company may nominate up to two representatives to join this transformative experience.
Trade Fair Assistance in GeorgiaMomentum Builds in Tbilisi: Visionest Institute Marks 1-Year Milestone in Georgia with Powerful Digital Training for SMEs | 2025
On June 3, 2025, a significant milestone was reached for Georgian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as Visionest Institute inaugurated a dynamic three-day training program titled “Digital Sales and Online Marketplaces.” Hosted at the University of Georgia and led by EU digital export specialist Martina Vazzoler, this initiative marks Visionest’s impactful one-year anniversary since entering the Georgian market.
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