Cornelia Schwizer

Cornelia Schwizer currently serves as a Consultant at ZENIT GmbH, a prominent public-private partnership dedicated to fostering innovation and technological advancement in North Rhine-Westphalia. In her role, Cornelia leverages her extensive expertise in research, project management, and strategic planning to support start-ups, SMEs, and research institutes in navigating the complex landscape of European Union funding opportunities and partnership development. Her work is instrumental in facilitating access to finance and fostering international collaborations, aligning with ZENIT’s mission to strengthen regional innovation ecosystems.

A key aspect of Cornelia’s role involves identifying and connecting her clients with suitable EU funding programs, such as Horizon Europe and the European Innovation Council (EIC). She actively supports clients through the entire project lifecycle—from initial proposal development and strategic planning to partnership building and policy analysis—ensuring they meet the rigorous criteria required for successful funding applications. Her expertise in policy analysis and sustainability further enhances her ability to advise organizations on integrating innovative, environmentally sustainable solutions into their projects.

Cornelia is also deeply involved in managing key projects that promote cross-border cooperation and innovation-driven growth within the EU framework. Her skills in event management and strategic communications enable her to organize and facilitate networking events, workshops, and stakeholder engagement activities that foster collaboration among diverse actors in the innovation ecosystem. With her comprehensive understanding of research, policy, and data analysis, Cornelia continues to contribute significantly to ZENIT’s goal of empowering regional and European innovation initiatives, ultimately helping clients turn groundbreaking ideas into impactful realities.