B2B Exchange Program

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR TAKING PART TO THE 2026 B2B EXCHANGE CALL FOR ENTRIES!

Call for entries to take part to MIA B2B Exchange | CEE Animation Lab is closed and was highly welcomed! Participants will be informed of the results by October 5th, 2026.

MIA B2B Exchange | CEE Animation Lab is a training and networking event designed to intercept producers who are looking to move steps into the Animation industry. Selected participants will engage with industry experts and fellow producers in an interactive panel of discussion and a dedicated one-on-one networking activity, being offered also the opportunity of receiving tailored advice on their projects development especially focusing on co-production and financing strategies.

The MIA B2B Exchange | CEE Animation Lab offers valuable insights into the international co-productions and the European and Italian markets, featuring presentations from established professionals of the animation industry.

The confirmed tutors for the 2026 edition of the Lab are the producer, specialised in development and financing strategies Alessandra Principini, and the director, writer and screenwriter, winner of a Cristal Award and a César Award, Chiara Malta.

The Lab will take place in Rome, October 21st and 22nd.

MIA B2B Exchange is a program initiated by MIA in 2022, made possible with the support of Creative Europe MEDIA with the mission of supporting production talents coming from countries with diverse production capacity and to foster the international circulation of professionals in the audiovisual sector.

The program aims to strengthen the ability of these professionals – especially those working with high-end or complex formats – to adapt to new creative processes and evolving business models, helping them make the most of the opportunities offered by the global audiovisual industry.