Different entities in Málaga that support entrepreneurship and business creation have joined forces to create “Málaga Startup Network,” as a collaborative network promoted by BIC Euronova, the European Business and Innovation Centre of Málaga
Málaga Startup Network announces its establishment as a collaborative network of intermediary entities with the aim of promoting entrepreneurship, fostering the creation of new technological and innovative startups, as well as boosting the entrepreneurial and innovation ecosystem of Málaga.
The presentation ceremony was held at The Green Lemon in Málaga TechPark, with the participation of María Jesús Vera Carrillo, Provincial Secretary General of the Territorial Delegation of Educational Development and Vocational Training and University, Research and Innovation in Málaga of the Regional Ministry of University, Research and Innovation of the Junta de Andalucía; Alicia Izquierdo García, Councillor for Innovation, Urban Digitalisation, Promotion of Technological and Business Investment and Investment Attraction of Málaga City Council; Juan Carlos Rubio Romero, Vice-Rector for Students, Employability and Entrepreneurship of the University of Málaga; Felipe Romera Lubias, Director of Málaga TechPark and Álvaro Simón de Blas, General Director of BIC Euronova, the European Business and Innovation Centre of Málaga.
The Málaga Startup Network, promoted by BIC Euronova, the European Business and Innovation Centre of Málaga, is made up of different public and private entities, including incubators, accelerators, institutions and governmental bodies, all of them committed to the growth and success of Málaga startups. Its members include, among others, BIC Euronova, Junta de Andalucía, Andalucía Emprende, Málaga City Council, Promálaga, Parque Tecnológico de Andalucía Málaga TechPark, University of Málaga, Fundación Corporación Tecnológica de Andalucía (CTA), Innova IRV (Instituto Ricardo Valle de Innovación), Polo Nacional de Contenidos Digitales, Fundalogy, Impact Hub, The Pool Marbella, Málaga Tech and Santander Startups.
Málaga Startup Network comes in response to the growing demand for support for entrepreneurs and startups, offering a robust ecosystem that aims to facilitate access to resources, mentoring, collaboration, support in the search for funding, networking opportunities and internationalisation.
Carlos García Giménez, President of BIC Euronova and Territorial Delegate of Economy, Finance, European Funds and Industry, Energy and Mines of the Junta de Andalucía in Málaga, points out that “We are very excited to launch Málaga Startup Network and to work together to build a vibrant and dynamic ecosystem for entrepreneurs and startups in Málaga.”
Málaga Startup Network was created to foster an entrepreneurial culture in the province of Málaga, encouraging individuals and teams to develop their innovative ideas and turn them into viable businesses. It provides entrepreneurs with the necessary tools and resources to develop and scale their businesses, including coworking spaces, specialised training and access to advanced technology. Málaga Startup Network will also attend to startups in their search for funding, connecting them with investors, venture capital funds and other sources of financing.
On the other hand, Málaga Startup Network will promote internationalisation by helping startups to expand into international markets, providing them with the necessary guidance and contacts to take their products and services beyond local borders.
In addition, Málaga Startup Network will foster collaboration by creating an environment of exchange between the different entities that make up the network, facilitating synergies and knowledge transfer. Likewise, Málaga Startup Network invites all entities interested in entrepreneurship and innovation to join this initiative and collaborate in the creation of a prosperous future for the province.