To highlight the figure of the businessman and businesswoman and to claim their impact on society and on the economy of the future as a driver of progress. This is the objective with which Pimec Joves promotes, for the second year, the Congress of Young Entrepreneurs of Catalonia.
The event, which will take place next November 5 at the IESE Business School Barcelona, will focus on youth, bringing together all sectors and associations of the Catalan business fabric to generate synergies that allow promoting new business projects, fostering innovation and consolidating a more competitive and sustainable entrepreneurial ecosystem.
As Gemma Roy, president of Pimec Joves, points out, "the young collective is, without a doubt, a key piece for the economic and social future of Catalonia and we must work to respond to their concerns and offer them support in their business journey." For this reason, the employers' association promotes the second edition of this congress, during which "it will be demonstrated that this generation is fully committed and has the will to contribute to growth and progress."
Success stories to inspire new generations
The congress will feature the participation of leaders in the Catalan business sector, such asAleix Puig, co-founder and president of Vicio burger joints; as well asJordi Romero, co-founder and co-CEO of the Barcelona unicorn Factorial.Also represented will be other success stories from the Catalan business fabric, from sectors as varied as hospitality, cosmetics, and technology. Speakers include Jon García; creator of the renowned Jon Cake cheesecakes; Anna Fuster, CEO of Two Poles cosmetics; and Marta Vidal, CEO of the emblematic Vallformosa winery.
Quique Roca, managing director of Bookline, the startup that automates telephone reservations; Diana Ballart, co-founder and CEO of The Smart Lollipop, the smart lollipop capable of detecting diseases; and Marta Rodríguez, co-founder and CEO of the Blindstairs hiring platform, complete an extensive and diverse program that will serve as inspiration for future generations.
The event will also serve to recognize and highlight the talent of young entrepreneurs, through three awards, in the categories of entrepreneurial initiative, generational succession, and innovation, which will be presented during the second edition of the congress.