This is the first part of a series of posts where Elliott will share his inside track on his experience of going through an incubator program. You can find the other editions here: Part II (Back To School)Part III (Design Thinking)Part IV (Legal & Fundraising)Part V (Marketing & Networking)Part VI (Pitching, Decks & Financials)Part VII (Demo Day & Last … [Read more...]
Fighting Fraud – How Opticks is combatting the rising threat of ad fraud
Who are Opticks and what do they do? Digital fraud is the greatest challenge marketers and advertising agencies face today. Broadly speaking, ad fraud involves the deliberate false creation of events in the marketing lifecycle, such as fake impressions, fake clicks, and fake leads. Opticks Security was founded in 2018 with the mission of combatting this growing threat. The … [Read more...]
Barcelona Expat Week: Your launchpad for success in the city
Finding your feet: Relocating can be tough at the best of times, let alone during a global pandemic. For this reason, Barcelona City Council is promoting a new platform to virtually connect the city's international talent during the COVID-19 pandemic in support of its thriving expat community. This fall, the city’s international community will benefit from Barcelona Expat … [Read more...]
A high-growth, travel tech startup CEO’s learnings from the pandemic
The following is a guest post by James Burrows, CEO and founder of Rentals United. When the needs of shareholders and investors are replaced with those of customers & staff. It's not even close to being post-pandemic but I thought it would be a good exercise to look back over the past few months and reflect on what I’ve learnt and how Rentals United has … [Read more...]
How Remote Teams Can Be Key To Acquiring High-Quality Talent In Barcelona
The following is a guest post by Viktoria Lindner, CEO and founder of DRIVE!MPACT. “In Barcelona, the demand for digital profiles has increased by almost 40% in one year, whereas the Profiles available have grown by just 7.6%” — Barcelona Digital Talent Government program Why remote work? Barcelona has become a hub for fast-growing startups, bringing with it a high … [Read more...]
An Interview with Sissel Hansen, Founder of Startup Guide
CEO Sissel Hansen talks to us about founding Startup Guide and why she’s so excited about her latest Barcelona-based venture. 1 - Where did the idea for Startup Guide come from? And how has the concept evolved in the past few years? The idea behind Startup Guide was actually born out of frustration with existing resources for startup founders. When I moved from … [Read more...]
Leading The Charge: 8 Of The Best E-Mobility Startups In Barcelona
Today’s inner-city transport is increasingly shifting towards a cleaner, more convenient and more sustainable option. With constant innovation and technological advances shaping our future, a fundamental switch towards electric transportation, or ‘e-mobility’, seems inevitable. It’s no surprise then that Barcelona, a leading smart city and a mecca for new trends and … [Read more...]
Startup Grind 2019: The Year in Focus (& What’s Ahead in 2020)
From its inception in 2014, through to its present day status as one of the leading lights on the Barcelona startup scene, Startup Grind Barcelona has captured the imagination of Barcelona’s brightest minds. A community for creative thinkers, a place to find inspiration and to connect with missing links, Startup Grind Barcelona is quite simply one of the best startup events … [Read more...]
Programa Primer – A Spark in the Dark for Startups in Catalonia
For ambitious entrepreneurs, getting a startup off the ground can be incredibly difficult. Having access to a platform that provides fundamental support and advice is crucial. This is why Programa Primer from Catalunya Emprèn, a public initiative that acts as a catalyst for startups in Catalonia during their first three years, is having such an impact on new … [Read more...]
Xarxa Emprèn – A Valuable Helping Hand for Entrepreneurs and New Startups in Catalonia
Starting a company is a huge undertaking. The thrill of being at the wheel of something that could take off at any moment is counterbalanced by the fear of it suddenly crashing and burning. There’s a lot to think about: how to turn a good idea into reality; how to make a business plan; how to engage with a target audience; where to get funding, and so on. Most entrepreneurs … [Read more...]