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100% agree. What is the point of trying to attract tech and other talent to Barcelona when, through an anti business, quasi communist, kill business, policy position, the Municipality effectively enters private industry and bans a sector? The result. Room accommodation will go into the black economy and for those few rooms that make it to market in the this submerged sector, the unofficial rental price will not be market related, but related to the Municipality having banned professionally managed colivings. Who suffers? The investors of course. But who suffers more. The tenant..... Madrid, Valencia and Malaga beckons both.

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📈 Data-driven success in action! CoolRooms Hotels, with properties across Spain and Portugal, has seen a 20% revenue increase by using BEONx and Lighthouse's Market Insight to revolutionize their revenue management strategy. From optimizing pricing to predicting market trends, the impact has been profound. Achievements: ✅ 10-20% improvement in ADR and occupancy ✅ 15-20% revenue growth ✅ Improved efficiency in decision-making A huge shoutout to CoolRooms for embracing data-driven innovation and to BEONx for being a stellar partner in this journey. Onward and upward! 🚀 https://mylh.co/3Tb2Qnd

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🌟 Malaga: The Coworking Capital of Spain! 🌟 We are proud to announce that Malaga has reached a 93% occupancy rate in its coworking spaces in the first quarter of this year, positioning itself as the city with the highest coworking space occupancy in Spain, according to the latest CBRE study. 📈 Impressive Growth: The demand for coworking spaces in Malaga continues to grow, with 172 new spots filled from January to March. With 935 coworking spaces and a total of 9,350 square meters, the city is consolidating as one of the main expansion points for the largest market operators. 📍 National Trend: Despite a slight slowdown in Madrid, the national market remains strong with over 5,000 flexible job positions contracted across Spain. Valencia and Palma de Mallorca are leading the growth with 231 and 106 spots contracted respectively. 🚀 A Successful Model: Malaga and Valencia also stand out for their rates, with an average cost per spot of 390 euros and 347 euros respectively, making them among the most competitive in Europe. 🔗 For more information, read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dxPHqcAv

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🌟 #TechSpirit 2024 kicked off yesterday with inspiring sessions and groundbreaking pitches!🌟    Barcelona's startup and tech community met up for networking opportunities, collaboration, and business growth.    🗣At the Catalan Pitch Competition, 24 startups showcased their innovative projects to an enthusiastic audience, which voted for the best proposals. The top 15 startups advancing to the next stage are: 🩺 Health & Life Sciences: Dsight | Healthtech Innovations SL | heecap | MedBrain | Nanobots Therapeutics 💻 ICT: Equito App | NeurekaLAB | Secrets Vault | LTA Labs | Tennders | Virmedex 👨‍💻 Deep Tech & Other tech: Agrikola.AI | ATOM H2 | Clic Recycle® | Phoenix Foods | YPlasma 🎉Congratulations to the selected startups, and best of luck today! 🚀 As Day 2 of #TechSpirit 2024 unfolds, we’re excited to see even more innovation, collaboration, and growth across Barcelona’s dynamic startup and tech scene! Tech Barcelona | Oriol Sans i Ballart | Jordi Aguasca | Rocío Flor #TechSpirit #Startups #Innovation #Barcelona #Catalonia

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Proud to be at the forefront of social impact innovation, alongside 11 leading Catalan startups. 🌟 At SolarMente, we believe in creating a future where sustainability and technology work hand in hand to bring real change. Being part of the Impact Social Cup allows us to contribute to projects that go beyond business, funding ocean cleanups, reforestation, and plastic collection. 🌍💚 14 September ➡️ Let’s see how far we can go. ☀️🚀 https://lnkd.in/dmMX8C8Y #SolarMente #DoItSolarMente #EasySolarMente #EnergyEfficiency #SolarEnergy #Sustainability #RenewableEnergies #SmartHome #GreenTechnology #SelfConsumption #EnergyOptimization #CleanEnergy #EnergyTransition #ArtificialIntelligence #TechnologicalInnovation #SmartSolutions #EnergyFreedom #InnovativeProducts

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200% More Online Check-Ins? Here’s How It’s Done. 💯 What do you get when Hotel Gran Bilbao and Hotel Ciudad de Burgos team up with HiJiffy’s conversational AI? A hospitality success story backed by real numbers: 📈 200% increase in online check-ins 🤖 90% of routine questions handled automatically 🏨 5% growth in direct bookings Plus, with WhatsApp campaigns achieving an impressive 81% open rate, guests enjoy a smoother, more personalised journey from #booking to check-out. Meanwhile, hotel staff have the time to focus on what truly matters: creating memorable experiences for visitors. Want to hear it straight from the source? Raul Amestoy Lara and Judit Segura Romero share how HiJiffy helped elevate guest communication and boost results. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dehPmji6 #hotelinnovation #AIinhospitality #guestexperience

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Another wonderful achievement for the creator of #RevMarketingAutomation technology, Userguest has secured another round of funding to further propel and revolutionise hospitality technology! With a boasting record of generating more than $100M in direct revenue for hotels today, Userguest has achieved an extraordinary product-market fit and earned the unwavering trust of its clients in more than 30 different countries. Userguest's co-founder, Hicham Benyebdri, shared his excitement for the future. ''This investment underscores our investors' confidence in our vision to create an automated tool that optimises conversions and revenue for hotels'' Exciting times ahead for hoteliers all over the world to maximise their direct revenue, reduce their cost of adquisition and increase direct customer lifetime value ! See more details of the PR here: 👉 https://lnkd.in/dtkyCxjK #DIRECTREVENUE #RevMarketingAutomation #RevenueStrategy #ProfitManagement Userguest Nicole Varela Hicham Benyebdri Assil Bernossi Ahmed Chami Derek Pilcher Open Revenue Consulting Raquel Navarro Marín Ana carte Lucia Lacalamita Paula Navarro González Violeta Yuste Andía https://lnkd.in/dtkyCxjK

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💥 Pitch your startup in an exclusive investment forum at the next Networking session! On Thursday, May 30th, at 6:30 PM, Ca l’Alier will host an investment forum organized in collaboration with #EconomistesBAN, the Business Angels network of the Col·legi d'Economistes de Catalunya. 🚀 Six selected startups will have the unique opportunity to deliver a 5-minute pitch to prominent investors in the sports and technology sectors. Do you want to be one of them? Why is this a unique opportunity? 💰 Investment Opportunities: Perfect your pitch and convince investors – this could be your big moment. 🔍 Direct Exposure: Gain visibility in front of key investors with a strong interest in the sports sector. This could be a significant boost for your project’s growth. 🤝 Valuable Connections: Meet other entrepreneurs with innovative visions and professionals who share your passion. This forum could open doors to strategic collaborations. 📈 Expert Evaluation: Receive direct feedback, helping you refine your pitch and value proposition for future presentations. After the presentations, enjoy the classic cocktail networking in a relaxed and enriching environment, where you can talk, exchange ideas, connect, and create new synergies. 🚨 Registration Deadline: You have until May 19th to apply and tell us the story behind your project. 🎯 Get ready to present your startup and make it shine at this event that could be a great springboard for your future! 🔗 Register now! https://lnkd.in/edYDh7jy

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Transforming Real Estate Investment: €6.8M Raised and Counting! We're excited to share that Ratio.cx, launched in January 2024, has secured €6.8M from international real estate investors. Our platform offers advanced digital tools for developers and investors, making real estate investment more accessible and efficient. Thanks to our first white label software development, we unlocked a significant demand from LATAM investors with moderate capital who wanted to have exposure to European real estate income without planning to be physically in Spain. With a minimum investment of €500 and allowing payments in local currency in over 10 countries, our process takes less than 5 minutes and is entirely online. It includes visualization of the opportunities, Q&A, online advisory using AI to answer questions from the data room, legal documentation for remote signing, and a dashboard to track the evolution of their investments and monthly payments. As a result, 156 investors from Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, and Panama collectively invested €6.8M in various real estate projects in Spain. This is just the beginning. We will continue to add more features for real estate developers and investors, both local and international. Connect with us on LinkedIn: Ratio.cx Thanks EMPRESA EXTERIOR https://lnkd.in/dwVsfp8z

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Are you truly maximizing your hotel’s direct booking potential? Tune into the latest episode of Hotel Tech Insider by HotelTechReport.com, featuring our Founder, Juanjo Rodriguez, as he reveals the secrets behind driving revenue through innovative technology and personalization strategies🎙️ Listen to the full episode here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dMrP33ha #hotelmarketing #hoteltech #directbookings

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🚀 Investment in early-stage Spanish technology companies reached new heights in 2023, exceeding 1 billion euros, according to the Spanish Tech Ecosystem Report 2024 by GoHub Ventures. 📈 Venture capital investment in Spain's tech sector has stabilized, returning to pre-pandemic trends. Following the slowdown in 2020 and the subsequent liquidity-driven surge, investment levels now surpass those of 2019. Spanish startups raised 2.2 billion euros across over 850 funding rounds in 2023. 🌟Early-stage rounds, those raising up to 15 million euros, attracted the most capital. Pre-seed (up to 1 million), seed (up to 4 million), and series A (up to 15 million) rounds collectively exceeded 1 billion euros in 2023, matching 2021 and surpassing 2022. 🌍The report ranks Spain seventh in Europe for venture capital investment. In early-stage investment, Spain ranks fourth. It also ranks fourth in the number of funding rounds. Regarding exits of over one billion dollars, Spain is seventh in Europe, with eighteen unicorn-status companies. 💻 In 2023, 47% of VC-backed investments in Spain went to SaaS (Software as a Service) companies, reflecting a global trend. SaaS has overtaken marketplaces and e-commerce as the leading business model in Spain for the past two years, indicating the maturity of the Spanish tech industry. 🌿 Climate tech and digital health companies saw significant VC fundraising in 2023, attracting 404 million euros and 226 million euros, respectively. Additionally, the Spanish startup ecosystem's maturity is evident in the emergence of a new generation of founders with experience from unicorn companies like Glovo, Cabify, Jobandtalent, Fever, Wallbox, TravelPerk, and Factorial. Over ninety entrepreneurs from these companies participated in funding rounds in 2023. Read the complete news article➡ https://lnkd.in/eVe5bYhH #Investment #SpanishTech #EarlyStage #VentureCapital #GoHubVentures #SaaS #Innovation #Startups #DigitalTransformation 🌟📊🚀

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WELCOME ❗ GCO Ventures has joined Tech Barcelona as a Global Partner, bringing its startups to #Pier01. GCO's corporate venturing vehicle will broaden its impact in #Barcelona's tech and digital ecosystem, fostering the development of new startups by connecting them with over 1,300 members and 90 partners within the association. 🗣 Maria José Alvarez, General Director of GCO Ventures: "We are very excited to become Tech Barcelona's Global Partner, as we share the same values to foster entrepreneurship and promote the creation of new startups. Joining forces with Tech Barcelona is a new step in our goal to promote talent and expand our presence in the #innovation sector. With this collaboration, we offer our support to the entrepreneurial community and, in addition, it will allow us to connect the projects we already have underway with other initiatives promoted by the association." 🗣 Miquel Marti, CEO of Tech Barcelona: "The involvement of large companies like GCO in the innovation ecosystem is fundamental for its development. This step reaffirms Pier01's position as a meeting and connection point for all technological and digital agents, as well as the epicentre where ideas from corporations, research centres, entrepreneurs, investors and public entities are built and turned into reality". #TBPartner

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In this latest of our 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 #podcast series, featuring interviews with leading estate agents across #Spain we chat with Jacomo Waldherr, the CEO & Owner of Forum Inmobiliaria in Fuerteventura, Canary Islands.  In this conversation, he discusses his early career in rock music television, his move to the Canary Islands, and the challenges of transitioning into real estate. Learn how he handled market changes, the impact of global crises, and the growing demand for property on the island. Key points: 🔸 Analysis of rising property prices 🔸 Impact of holiday rentals on long-term lettings 🔸 Insights on international buyer trends 🔸 Comparison of Fuerteventura to other Canary Islands 🔸 Advice for potential property investors You can... 🎙 Listen on Spotify here: https://lnkd.in/dZ3t7uHJ 📺 Watch on YouTube here: https://lnkd.in/dArdBw7H This interview offers valuable information for anyone interested in the Fuerteventura property market or considering investment in the Canary Islands. 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐚 𝐊𝐲𝐞𝐫𝐨 𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠? Email [email protected]

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Love this real wisdom from Mauricio Prieto on how he and his eDreams co-founders built a unicorn company, often following a contrarian path from the pop-start-up culture that too often is espoused and passed as immutable fact. Every start-up founder should read and think about the lessons he learned that he is generously sharing here:

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Excited to announce our partnership with Factorial 🤝 I was in their office 2 weeks ago and quite amazed by what they have built with Itnig - Startup Ecosystem : a community, coworking space, podcast and investment fund Those initiative from successfull founders is a strong driver of the tech ecosystem in a city like Barcelona Reagarding the Fleet / Factorial powerful integration, we brings new efficiencies to IT and HR processes with : 👉 Seamless Data Synchronization: keep employee information up-to-date across all systems automatically. 👉 Streamlined Onboarding: provision new hires with the right IT equipment instantly, enhancing the employee experience from day one. 👉 Effortless Offboarding: simplify departures by automating access revocation and equipment return processes. 👉 Enhanced Security: ensure that only current employees have access to company devices and sensitive data. Simplified Compliance: maintain an accurate IT asset inventory in sync with HR records for easier audits and reporting. This integration allows businesses to focus on strategic initiatives while reducing administrative overhead in both IT and HR departments. cc Jordi Romero, Eduard Gallart Xifra, Sergi Molins, Carlos Andión Rodríguez

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The State of Hospitality Real Estate in Spain: Trends and Insights for 2023 Spain's hospitality real estate market is undergoing a significant transformation in 2023, driven by a resurgence in tourism, sustainability initiatives, and the integration of artificial intelligence. As we look at the latest figures, it's clear that this sector offers exciting opportunities for investors. Key Market Data for 2023 - Hotels Sold:In 2023, approximately 1,500 hotels were sold across Spain, reflecting a robust recovery in the market as tourism rebounds post-pandemic. #TourismRecovery #HotelMarket - Average Daily Rate (ADR):The average daily rate for hotel rooms has reached around €130 per night, indicating a steady increase in room pricing as demand surges. #AverageDailyRate #SpainTourism Most Expensive Cities for Hotel Purchases: - Madrid: The capital remains the most expensive city for hotel investment, with an average price per room estimated at €200,000. #Madrid #LuxuryHotels - Barcelona: Known for its vibrant culture and tourism, the average price per room is around €175,000. #Barcelona #HotelInvestment - San Sebastián: This picturesque coastal city commands an average of €220,000 per room, making it the priciest market for hotel acquisitions. #SanSebastián #SpainRealEstate Sustainability and Artificial Intelligence The focus on sustainability continues to grow within the hospitality sector. Hotels adopting eco-friendly practices not only attract environmentally conscious travelers but also reduce operational costs. Meanwhile, artificial intelligence is playing a crucial role in enhancing guest experiences, optimizing energy consumption, and streamlining operations. #SustainableTravel #AIinHospitality #EcoFriendlyHotels The hospitality real estate market in Spain is thriving, bolstered by a strong tourism recovery and a commitment to sustainable practices. Investors should consider the promising trends and the potential for growth in this sector, especially with the expertise of Spain Inmobiliaria, a leading hospitality real estate broker that specializes in connecting investors with prime hotel opportunities. #InvestmentOpportunities #RealEstateTrends #SmartInvesting For more detailed insights and data, refer to the Hospitality Market Report 2023 by the Spanish Hospitality Association (AEHM), which provides comprehensive analysis and statistics. Explore the vibrant opportunities in Spain's hospitality real estate market with Spain Inmobiliaria. Don't miss out on the chance to invest in a thriving sector! #HospitalityRealEstate #SpainTourism #HotelMarket #SustainableHospitality

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Exploring the Future of Urban Innovation at Smart City Expo 2024 in Barcelona! This week, I had the opportunity to dive into the incredible world of smart cities and advanced technology at the Smartcity Expo Smart City Expo in Fira Barcelona, one of the leading events in urban innovation. From cutting-edge autonomous vehicles to eco-friendly electric solutions, the expo showcased how technology is transforming our cities to be more efficient, sustainable, and livable. Autonomous and Electric Vehicles stole the spotlight! These vehicles promise to reduce urban congestion and emissions while providing smoother and safer transportation options. The advancements in AI and battery technology were truly impressive, highlighting a future where city transport is greener and smarter. If you’re curious to see what the expo had to offer, I’ve shared a live walkthrough of the event! Join me as I explore these innovations firsthand. Check out the full video here: https://lnkd.in/dFRyQN5m Have you seen any exciting developments in smart cities recently? Or maybe you’re working on a project that’s shaping the future of urban life? Let’s connect and discuss how we can make our cities smarter and more sustainable together! #SmartCityExpo2024 #Barcelona #scewc24 #UrbanInnovation #AutonomousVehicles #ElectricVehicles #SmartCities #SustainableCities #Technology

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Looking for future #impactunicorns?🦄 + ❤️‍🩹 + 🌎 🌍 🌏 ? Out of "100 ways to fix the future", 4 genius tech-based solutions come from Spain and the early-stage startups put on the Norrsken Impact/100 list 2024. 3 are newcomers and 1* is returning from last year's list: *011h: Transforming the construction industry to make it sustainable, efficient, and affordable. Founders: Lucas Carné Carcas, Jose Manuel Villanueva H2SITE : Enabling Hydrogen Transportation for a Sustainable Future Founders: Andrés GALNARES, Jose Antonio Medrano Jimenez, Jon Meléndez Rey, Gorka Hermoso Idoven: AI-powered detection and precision medicine for cardiology Founders: Manuel Marina Breysse, José María Lillo Castellano, iñigo juantegui INBRAIN Neuroelectronics: Lighting up the path to a better neural future to improve peoples’ lives. Founders: Carolina Aguilar, Jose Antonio Garrido Posted yesterday Sep 25 from CMO Norrsken VC Luke Richardson: "Proud as punch to share Impact/100 2024 – Norrsken's list of the top 100 companies that matter right now – shining bright on Nasdaq's Times Square Tower during Climate Week NYC. Many companies talk about their mission or purpose – but it's really just marketing... These 100 startups, however, have a legitimate reason to exist, whether that's using AI to prevent heart attacks (Idoven), turning plastics into high-performance, circular materials (Novoloop), or cleaning up our skies, one electric aeroplane at a time (Heart Aerospace). They're all working hard to make our world more sustainable and long-term livable for the rest of us. 👏" Link: https://lnkd.in/dgfsTwGe Image: Some serious copying and cropping from their websites with the intent to give the limelight to the actual founders. (AI PPT designer gave up 🤣)

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