DATE & TIME
2 October 2025, 9:00 – 10:30
TRACKS
TRACK 5: Living Labs Operations, Methods, Tools, and Impact
ROOM
AQUA
Description
This 90-minute hands-on workshop is designed for Living Lab managers and anyone involved in Living Lab initiatives who want to sharpen their stakeholder engagement skills. Through practical exercises and collaborative tools, participants will learn how to identify, prioritise, and engage stakeholders more effectively in the co-creation process. The session combines real-life examples, group work, and actionable takeaways—including a ready-to-use template tailored for Living Lab contexts.
Agenda
Timeslot |
Item |
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| 09:00 – 09:15 | The session begins with a welcome and framing segment, introducing participants to the objectives and format of the workshop. Followed by a presentation on stakeholder management fundamentals, including key tools and concepts, that participants can take with them after the session. |
| 09:15 – 09:35 | Participants will engage in a stakeholder mapping exercise in small groups, identifying key actors relevant to their projects. |
| 09:35 – 09:55 | Participants will choose one type of stakeholder and work on a Current vs. Desired board as well as an influence/interest matrix. |
| 09:55 – 10:15 | Groups will begin drafting a basic engagement plan, considering risks, opportunities, actions, and communication strategies. |
| 10:15 – 10:30 | Participants will conduct a gallery walk to review each other’s work and engage in a wrap-up discussion to identify key takeaways and applications. |
Facilitator
Bertille Auvray
Founder of Co InitiumLab and Normandy Living Lab Manager
Bertille Auvray
Founder of Co InitiumLab and Normandy Living Lab ManagerBertille Auvray is a European project manager specialised in the Living Lab methodology. She supports public and private organisations in designing and implementing open innovation projects. With experience in sectors such as tourism, mobility, healthcare, and agriculture, she focuses on co-creation, stakeholder engagement, and participatory methods. She has implemented stakeholder management plans in various projects she has been involved in and offers tailored support fostering collaboration within the quadruple helix.