One day Workshop on Sophia Antipolis

Frontplaces initiates and stimulates discussion through the presentation of socio/economic and environmental factors upon which Sophia Antipolis was built. This assessment is used for both a benchmark and a framework to evaluate, understand and compare how the Telecom Valley economy in Sophia has prospered while sustaining a high quality of life.

Frontplaces has the opportunity to access key corporate and public resources of Sophia Antipolis through its numerous contacts and professional networks. This existing networking permits Frontplaces' clients to be fully immersed in Sophia's business and social context within one day.

The one-day program includes:

• Guided tour of Sophia Antipolis (including land development, growth and regional planning)
• Presentations* by Distinguished Speakers on issues ranging from:
  • Creation of the Sophia Antipolis business park
  • Business incubator development
  • Presenting innovative technologies
  • Developing partnerships and networking
  • Evaluating the region's planning for growth
  • Addressing diversity and cross-cultural challenges
  • Maintaining technological competitiveness
  • Enhancing human resource skills

*Sessions can be organised either through a panel discussion or a dynamic round table. Specific visits with public institutions or private organizations can be arranged upon request

• Full day program includes two coffee breaks and a locally prepared French lunch.
  
• Local cultural activities in the evening can be arranged upon request, including visits to traditional Provençal villages, vineyards, olive gardens, perfumeries, museums, authentic French dining and entertainment.
  

In a one day "fact-finding Sophia Antipolis mission", our experience will broaden and enhance your understanding of cutting-edge technology of this area and offer insights into the nature of managing business & social structures in a globally competitive economy.