Frequently Asked Questions

JED (Entrepreneurship and Discovery Days) is a professional forum that brings together each year entrepreneurs, investors, decision-makers and economic partners from Africa, Normandy and Europe. The 3rd edition will be held on October 8, 9 and 10, 2026 in Rouen, France, around the theme: "Africa-Normandy: innovation, investment and strategic partnerships for shared and sustainable prosperity".

JED 2026 is open to all professionals: business leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, institutional representatives, policy makers, consultants, students and anyone interested in economic opportunities between Africa, Normandy and Europe. Whether you are an established player or just starting out, you will find your place in this dynamic ecosystem.

Registrations are made exclusively online via our website. Go to the "Booking" section and select the pack that best suits your needs. After completing the registration form, you will proceed to online payment by credit card. A confirmation email will be sent to you immediately.

We offer three packs:

• Standard Pack (€150): Conference access, networking and lunch included.
• Premium Pack (€299): Conference access, lunch, gala dinner and VIP session.
• Corporate Pack (€999): 2 participants, company visits, privileged contact, lunch, B&B and gala dinner.

Yes, you can cancel your reservation under the following conditions:

• Up to 30 days before the event: full refund.
• Between 29 and 15 days before the event: 50% refund.
• Less than 15 days before the event: no refund.

To cancel, send an email to contact@jedforum.com.

We accept payments by credit card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express) via our secure payment provider. All transactions are encrypted and secure. We do not accept cash payments on site.

JED 2026 takes place in Rouen, Normandy, France. Sessions will be held in several prestigious locations in the city, including conference rooms, networking spaces and partner companies. Exact addresses will be communicated to registered participants.

The 3rd edition of JED will be held on October 8, 9 and 10, 2026. The complete program will be revealed soon on our website.

Speakers are selected based on their expertise and contribution to the theme of the event. They benefit from coverage of their travel and accommodation expenses. If you wish to propose a presentation, send your application with a CV and a subject proposal to contact@jedforum.com.

Yes, all venues hosting JED are accessible to people with reduced mobility. If you have specific needs, do not hesitate to contact us in advance so that we can welcome you in the best conditions.

Rouen is easily accessible:

• By train: Rouen-Rive-Droite station, connected to Paris in 1h15 via TER or the Paris-Le Havre line.
• By car: From Paris (A13), from Caen (A13), from Amiens (A29).
• By plane: Rouen Vallée de Seine airport (limited capacity) or Paris airports (CDG/Orly) then train or car.
• By bus: Regular connections from major Norman cities.

We recommend several hotels near the event venues:

• Mercure Rouen Centre Hotel (4*).
• Novotel Rouen Centre Hotel (4*).
• Ibis Styles Rouen Centre Hotel (3*).
• Le Vieux Carré Hotel (4*).
• La Couronne Hotel (3*).

We advise you to book quickly as places are limited during the event period.

To stay informed about JED news:

• Subscribe to our newsletter (form at the bottom of the page).
• Follow us on social networks (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram).
• Regularly consult our website for the latest updates.

JED offers several levels of partnership: institutional partners, media partners, service partners and sponsors. To learn more, consult our Partners section or contact us directly at contact@jedforum.com with your proposal.