Visionest
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Armenia · 25 parts
- 01Visit to Armenia to strengthen development cooperation
- 02Visionest Institute Launches New Export Training Program in Armenia – Apply Now!
- 03Apply Today: Export Consultants Mastery 2025 – 2026 for Georgia, Ukraine, Estonia & Armenia
- 04Visionest Institute Holds First-Ever Info Day in Yerevan to Empower Armenian SMEs
- 05First steps in Armenia — and how we got here?
- 0660 SMEs across 5+ sectors: Export training program kicks off in Armenia
- 07Visionest Institute from Estonia shares strategic knowledge with Armenian companies to achieve export success
- 08From Armenian mountains to European markets: An Armenian family tea brand sets its sights on Europe
- 09Armenian producer plans to enter the Scandinavian market with a new Export plan
- 10New markets: “Our confidence is increased!”
- 11Export readiness, new products, new skills: Armenian SMEs successfully completed Visionest’s program
- 12Armenian cheese in the UAE and Europe: Visionest’s program participant sets new export benchmark
- 13Visionest Connect Podcast. First English-language episode: Armenia’s Untapped Opportunities for Estonian Leaders
- 14Photo Gallery ⟩ Export Acceleration Programme Launched in Yerevan: From Strategy to Action
- 15The opening of the Estonian Embassy in Armenia will give a new boost to bilateral relations: Deputy Minister of Economy
- 16Gallery ⟩ Visionest in Armenia: A new season of the export accelerator has started in Yerevan
- 1740 Armenian companies begin journey toward new export markets: Export Acceleration Program launched in Armenia
- 18Armenian Esco-Pharm expands its global reach through the Export Acceleration Program
- 19Estonia stands with Armenian producers. Trade expo to take place in Tallinn
- 20Armenian companies graduated from Visionest Institute’s Export Acceleration Programme 2026
- 21850+ Visitors, 80+ Companies, New Partnerships: Made in Armenia Expo took place in Estonia
- 221 step forward toward export diversification. Visionest launched mentorship for Armenian companies
- 23One of Armenia’s leading manufacturers of meat products prepares for new export markets
- 0—Towards new markets with Visionest Institute: Armenian producers complete Export training
- 0—Armenia in Focus: Supporting Exporters | Interview with the CEO of Visionest Institute
Sona Grigoryan · Oct 29, 2026 · 8 min
Armenia in Focus: Supporting Exporters | Interview with the CEO of Visionest Institute
In this interview, the CEO of Visionest Institute discusses Estonia’s export experience, the Export Acceleration Programme in Armenia, and how practical training and mentoring can help Armenian companies make decisions, prepare for market challenges, and identify new ways for diversification.
Georgia: Inclusive Access to Markets · 32 parts
- 0—The Trade Fair Assistance for SMEs in Georgia Program is waiting applicants from Apparel sector
- 0—Enterprise Georgia, UNDP, ESTDEV and Visionest Institute Launch “Trade Fair Assistance for SMEs in Georgia” Program for Apparel Sector
- 0—Transforming Georgian SMEs: Visionest Institute Launches First Project in Georgia
- 0—Empowering Georgian SMEs: “Trade Fair Assistance for Georgian SMEs” Program was launched at the heart of Tbilisi, Georgia
- 0—Unlocking Global Opportunities: Visionest Institute’s First Workshop Guides Georgian SMEs to Success at International Trade Fairs
- 0—The Path to Globalization: Trade Fair Assistance for Georgian SMEs
- 0—International Trade Fair Success: Georgian Brands Take on Europe
- 0—Register Now: “Digital Sales & Online Marketplaces” Training for Participants in Georgia
- 0—Graduation Ceremony Marks the Completion of the “Trade Fair Assistance for SMEs in Georgia” Program
- 0—Momentum Builds in Tbilisi: Visionest Institute Marks 1-Year Milestone in Georgia with Powerful Digital Training for SMEs | 2025
- 0—Apply Now: Visionest Institute Launches Fully Funded “Sustainability and Product Innovation Training” for Georgia’s Fashion and Textile Representatives
- 0—More Than 30 Entrepreneurs, 20 Companies, One Vision: Digital Sales and Online Marketplaces Training Concludes with EU Certified Graduation in Tbilisi
- 0—From Tbilisi to Florence: Exclusive Study Tour & Trade Fair Experience for Georgian Fashion SMEs
- 0—How to Stand Out at an International Trade Fair? Hands-On Workshop with Practical Learning Video, Tbilisi, Georgia. Register by 31 August! (Georgian participants only)
- 0—September 2025 in Tbilisi: Georgian SMEs Kick Off the “Sustainability and Product Innovation” Training
- 0—Celebrating the Successful Completion of the “Sustainability and Product Innovation Training” in Tbilisi
- 0—Innovative Workshop in Tbilisi: Mastering Trade Fair Success for Georgian SMEs
- 0—Visionest Institute Celebrates Alumni Success: Knitteria’s Journey to the Global Stage
- 0—Alumni Success Story: Wine Diamond Transforms Georgian Winemaking into Jewelry
- 0—Registration Open: Georgia’s Architecture Trampoline – Elevate Your Expertise to the Next Level!
- 0—Architecture Trampoline: A New Era for Georgian Architecture
- 0—Registration Now Open: Georgian Marketing & Design Agency Export Program
- 0—Registration Now Open: Georgian Education Services Export Program
- 0—Education Elevator: Georgia’s Education Services Make The Global Move
- 0—From Tbilisi to Europe: Georgia’s Creative Agencies Actively Expand Abroad
- 0—The World Stage Awaits: How Georgian Brand COSMO Is Building Its Path Toward International Success
- 0—Designing for the World: Woodtiness’ Journey from Georgia to International Expansion
- 0—With Estonian support, Georgian small businesses expanded into European markets and created nearly a thousand new jobs
- 0—Success Story: Export Hub Georgia-Winner of the Excellence in Strategic Insight Award
- 0—Estonia Hosts Georgian Architects: Exploring Architecture, Innovation and New Connections
- 0—From Tallinn to Helsinki: Georgian Architects Building Connections Through Architecture
- 0—Making History: Tallinn Welcomes Its First-Ever Delegation of Georgian Architects to Explore Circular Economy Innovation
Tatia Paradashvili · Sep 30, 2026 · 6 min
From Tallinn to Helsinki: Georgian Architects Building Connections Through Architecture
As part of the “Architecture Trampoline” international study programme, nine Georgian architecture companies travelled from Tallinn to Helsinki to continue their study visit and meet with Finnish professionals, institutions and architects.
Export Consultants MasteryTatia Paradashvili · Jun 5, 2026 · 19 min
Success Story: Horizon Export Agency – Grand Winner of the Export Consultant Mastery Program 2025-2026
This first Success Story highlights the journey of the Grand Winner team – Horizon Export Agency. Their consistent performance, strong collaboration, and professional discipline distinguished them throughout the programme, culminating in the Grand Winner Award presented in Tallinn at the graduation ceremony.
Study Visits · 4 parts
- 02Study visit in Tallinn: an intense week of hands-on learning, new connections and “wow” moments
- 01Export Consultants Mastery 2025-2026: Immersive Study Visits in Estonia
- 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
Tatia Paradashvili · May 4, 2026 · 5 min
Study Visit: From Tbilisi to Europe – Strengthening Creative Service Exports Through Estonia’s Digital Governance and Creative Industry Practices
Following the previously published study visit to Finland, Georgian marketing and design agencies participating in the “Creative Services Export” programme implemented by Visionest Institute continued their structured international learning journey in Estonia.
Export Consultants MasteryTatia Paradashvili · May 4, 2026 · 5 min
Export Consultants Mastery 2025 – 2026: 1st International Cohort Marks Grand Graduation in Tallinn
The Export Consultants Mastery (ECM) Programme 2025-2026 reached its culmination with a formal graduation ceremony held in the heart of Tallinn on 22 April 2026, marking the successful completion of a nine-month intensive international training journey.
Study Visits · 4 parts
- 02Study visit in Tallinn: an intense week of hands-on learning, new connections and “wow” moments
- 01Export Consultants Mastery 2025-2026: Immersive Study Visits in Estonia
- 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
Tatia Paradashvili · May 3, 2026 · 4 min
Study Visit: From Tbilisi to the Nordic Creative Market – Georgian Agencies Explore Finland’s Creative Business Models
Five Georgian marketing and design agencies were selected for a fully funded study visit to Finland, marking a significant milestone in the “Creative Services Export” programme implemented by Visionest Institute.
Study Visits · 4 parts
- 02Study visit in Tallinn: an intense week of hands-on learning, new connections and “wow” moments
- 01Export Consultants Mastery 2025-2026: Immersive Study Visits in Estonia
- 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
Tatia Paradashvili · May 1, 2026 · 4 min
Export Consultants Mastery 2025-2026: Immersive Study Visits in Estonia
The Export Consultants Mastery (ECM) Programme 2025-2026 continued its nine-month international learning journey with a high-intensity study visit phase in Estonia, reinforcing its core methodology of immersive, practice-based professional development.
Georgia: Inclusive Access to Markets · 32 parts
- 0—The Trade Fair Assistance for SMEs in Georgia Program is waiting applicants from Apparel sector
- 0—Enterprise Georgia, UNDP, ESTDEV and Visionest Institute Launch “Trade Fair Assistance for SMEs in Georgia” Program for Apparel Sector
- 0—Transforming Georgian SMEs: Visionest Institute Launches First Project in Georgia
- 0—Empowering Georgian SMEs: “Trade Fair Assistance for Georgian SMEs” Program was launched at the heart of Tbilisi, Georgia
- 0—Unlocking Global Opportunities: Visionest Institute’s First Workshop Guides Georgian SMEs to Success at International Trade Fairs
- 0—The Path to Globalization: Trade Fair Assistance for Georgian SMEs
- 0—International Trade Fair Success: Georgian Brands Take on Europe
- 0—Register Now: “Digital Sales & Online Marketplaces” Training for Participants in Georgia
- 0—Graduation Ceremony Marks the Completion of the “Trade Fair Assistance for SMEs in Georgia” Program
- 0—Momentum Builds in Tbilisi: Visionest Institute Marks 1-Year Milestone in Georgia with Powerful Digital Training for SMEs | 2025
- 0—Apply Now: Visionest Institute Launches Fully Funded “Sustainability and Product Innovation Training” for Georgia’s Fashion and Textile Representatives
- 0—More Than 30 Entrepreneurs, 20 Companies, One Vision: Digital Sales and Online Marketplaces Training Concludes with EU Certified Graduation in Tbilisi
- 0—From Tbilisi to Florence: Exclusive Study Tour & Trade Fair Experience for Georgian Fashion SMEs
- 0—How to Stand Out at an International Trade Fair? Hands-On Workshop with Practical Learning Video, Tbilisi, Georgia. Register by 31 August! (Georgian participants only)
- 0—September 2025 in Tbilisi: Georgian SMEs Kick Off the “Sustainability and Product Innovation” Training
- 0—Celebrating the Successful Completion of the “Sustainability and Product Innovation Training” in Tbilisi
- 0—Innovative Workshop in Tbilisi: Mastering Trade Fair Success for Georgian SMEs
- 0—Visionest Institute Celebrates Alumni Success: Knitteria’s Journey to the Global Stage
- 0—Alumni Success Story: Wine Diamond Transforms Georgian Winemaking into Jewelry
- 0—Registration Open: Georgia’s Architecture Trampoline – Elevate Your Expertise to the Next Level!
- 0—Architecture Trampoline: A New Era for Georgian Architecture
- 0—Registration Now Open: Georgian Marketing & Design Agency Export Program
- 0—Registration Now Open: Georgian Education Services Export Program
- 0—Education Elevator: Georgia’s Education Services Make The Global Move
- 0—From Tbilisi to Europe: Georgia’s Creative Agencies Actively Expand Abroad
- 0—The World Stage Awaits: How Georgian Brand COSMO Is Building Its Path Toward International Success
- 0—Designing for the World: Woodtiness’ Journey from Georgia to International Expansion
- 0—With Estonian support, Georgian small businesses expanded into European markets and created nearly a thousand new jobs
- 0—Success Story: Export Hub Georgia-Winner of the Excellence in Strategic Insight Award
- 0—Estonia Hosts Georgian Architects: Exploring Architecture, Innovation and New Connections
- 0—From Tallinn to Helsinki: Georgian Architects Building Connections Through Architecture
- 0—Making History: Tallinn Welcomes Its First-Ever Delegation of Georgian Architects to Explore Circular Economy Innovation
Tatia Paradashvili · Mar 28, 2025 · 3 min
International Trade Fair Success: Georgian Brands Take on Europe
2025 marked an exciting beginning for Georgian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through the “Trade Fair Assistance for SMEs in Georgia” program. Supported by Visionest Institute, Georgian fashion brands were given the opportunity to present their collections at prominent international trade fairs, facilitating their entry into European markets and enhancing their visibility on the global stage.
Georgia: Inclusive Access to Markets · 32 parts
- 0—The Trade Fair Assistance for SMEs in Georgia Program is waiting applicants from Apparel sector
- 0—Enterprise Georgia, UNDP, ESTDEV and Visionest Institute Launch “Trade Fair Assistance for SMEs in Georgia” Program for Apparel Sector
- 0—Transforming Georgian SMEs: Visionest Institute Launches First Project in Georgia
- 0—Empowering Georgian SMEs: “Trade Fair Assistance for Georgian SMEs” Program was launched at the heart of Tbilisi, Georgia
- 0—Unlocking Global Opportunities: Visionest Institute’s First Workshop Guides Georgian SMEs to Success at International Trade Fairs
- 0—The Path to Globalization: Trade Fair Assistance for Georgian SMEs
- 0—International Trade Fair Success: Georgian Brands Take on Europe
- 0—Register Now: “Digital Sales & Online Marketplaces” Training for Participants in Georgia
- 0—Graduation Ceremony Marks the Completion of the “Trade Fair Assistance for SMEs in Georgia” Program
- 0—Momentum Builds in Tbilisi: Visionest Institute Marks 1-Year Milestone in Georgia with Powerful Digital Training for SMEs | 2025
- 0—Apply Now: Visionest Institute Launches Fully Funded “Sustainability and Product Innovation Training” for Georgia’s Fashion and Textile Representatives
- 0—More Than 30 Entrepreneurs, 20 Companies, One Vision: Digital Sales and Online Marketplaces Training Concludes with EU Certified Graduation in Tbilisi
- 0—From Tbilisi to Florence: Exclusive Study Tour & Trade Fair Experience for Georgian Fashion SMEs
- 0—How to Stand Out at an International Trade Fair? Hands-On Workshop with Practical Learning Video, Tbilisi, Georgia. Register by 31 August! (Georgian participants only)
- 0—September 2025 in Tbilisi: Georgian SMEs Kick Off the “Sustainability and Product Innovation” Training
- 0—Celebrating the Successful Completion of the “Sustainability and Product Innovation Training” in Tbilisi
- 0—Innovative Workshop in Tbilisi: Mastering Trade Fair Success for Georgian SMEs
- 0—Visionest Institute Celebrates Alumni Success: Knitteria’s Journey to the Global Stage
- 0—Alumni Success Story: Wine Diamond Transforms Georgian Winemaking into Jewelry
- 0—Registration Open: Georgia’s Architecture Trampoline – Elevate Your Expertise to the Next Level!
- 0—Architecture Trampoline: A New Era for Georgian Architecture
- 0—Registration Now Open: Georgian Marketing & Design Agency Export Program
- 0—Registration Now Open: Georgian Education Services Export Program
- 0—Education Elevator: Georgia’s Education Services Make The Global Move
- 0—From Tbilisi to Europe: Georgia’s Creative Agencies Actively Expand Abroad
- 0—The World Stage Awaits: How Georgian Brand COSMO Is Building Its Path Toward International Success
- 0—Designing for the World: Woodtiness’ Journey from Georgia to International Expansion
- 0—With Estonian support, Georgian small businesses expanded into European markets and created nearly a thousand new jobs
- 0—Success Story: Export Hub Georgia-Winner of the Excellence in Strategic Insight Award
- 0—Estonia Hosts Georgian Architects: Exploring Architecture, Innovation and New Connections
- 0—From Tallinn to Helsinki: Georgian Architects Building Connections Through Architecture
- 0—Making History: Tallinn Welcomes Its First-Ever Delegation of Georgian Architects to Explore Circular Economy Innovation
Tatia Paradashvili · Sep 18, 2024 · 2 min
Empowering Georgian SMEs: “Trade Fair Assistance for Georgian SMEs” Program was launched at the heart of Tbilisi, Georgia
On September 10, 2024, the “Trade Fair Assistance for Georgian SMEs” program officially commenced with an engaging welcome event at the Wyndham Grand Tbilisi Ballroom. This milestone event set a strong foundation for Georgian SMEs seeking to expand their global presence.
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