Ennova Esade

We are thrilled to present our 2023-2024 Annual Report 🚀, highlighting the events, partnerships, and remarkable successes of this past academic year as one of the most important student associations at Esade A heartfelt thank you to all our dedicated members at Ennova, whose tireless commitment and collective effort have been instrumental in driving our progress and creating exceptional events, but most importantly, for being part of this family. A special shoutout to our sponsors and guest speakers, whose support and expertise have been invaluable in enriching our student community and enhancing our initiatives. As we look ahead with anticipation, we are excited about the future of Ennova. Together, we remain committed to inspiring and shaping the next wave of innovators 💡 Thank you for being part of our journey 🚀 #EnnovaEsade #AnnualReport #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Gratitude #Community

¡Noticias increíbles! ESFS | Esade Student Finance Society x Ennova Esade tienen el honor de anunciar una entrevista exclusiva con Carlos Blanco — el inversor de VC más activo de España! 🚀 Únete a nosotros para conocer la trayectoria de Carlos, sus ideas sobre el emprendimiento y su visión para el futuro. Descubre de primera mano lo que se necesita para tener éxito en el mundo de las startups y el venture capital. El viaje de Carlos Blanco: La carrera de Carlos Blanco es un testimonio del poder, de la dedicación y la perseverancia. Desde lanzar su primer negocio en los primeros días de internet, hasta co-fundar Akamon Entertainment (Now Tangelo Games Spain) que vendió por más de €20M, Carlos ha dejado una marca memorable en el ecosistema emprendedor de España. A pesar de los desafíos que enfrentó en su carrera, ha invertido en más de 200 startups, incluyendo grandes nombres como Glovo, Holded y Deporvillage.com. Además, ha co-fundado Conector Startup Accelerator (acelerando más de 200 startups), Encomenda Capital Partners SGEIC (invirtiendo €25M en proyectos tecnológicos) y Nuclio (hogar de proyectos como Housfy y Nuclio Digital School). Reconocido con premios como el AEBAN - Asociación Española Business Angels Networks al Mejor Business Angel en España, su historia destaca en resiliencia y adaptabilidad, ofreciendo lecciones valiosas para emprendedores e inversores. Acompáñanos en esta entrevista con Carlos Blanco, seguida de una sesión de Q&A y un espacio para hacer networking con su equipo. Es una oportunidad única para obtener conocimientos importantes sobre emprendimiento, determinación y éxito, y escuchar directamente al principal inversor de VC en España. 📅 Fecha y Hora: 26 de noviembre, 13:15-14:45 📍 Ubicación: Campus Esade Sant Cugat 💲 Entrada Gratuita No te pierdas esta ocasión para aprender, hacer networking y ser inspirado por un verdadero líder de la industria. ¡Regístrate ahora! https://lnkd.in/duYB5QS8

We’re thrilled to announce ✨ Female Founders Night x She Bloom Ventures ✨– an inspiring event that aims to empower aspiring female entrepreneurs! In partnership with She Blooms Venture, this event will bring together powerful female voices in the entrepreneurial world to share their journeys, challenge the status quo, and help you turn your visions into ventures. 💼✨ Don’t miss the chance to connect, learn, and grow with a community of like-minded individuals passionate about creating meaningful change in business and beyond. 📅 Join us on November 16th, from 4 pm to 8 pm at One-Co work Catedral for a day filled with insights, networking, and motivation. 🎟️ Stay tuned for ticket releases and more updates – let’s bloom beyond boundaries together! 🌱

🇪🇸🇭🇰 On October 17th, a group of extremely talented students from The University of Hong Kong visited us for the Talent Exchange. This event, organised by our Ventures Department, was a great opportunity for students, both from Esade and The University of Hong Kong, to build connections from across the world and learn about each other’s business ecosystems. Everything culminated with a competition. The teams solved real cases brought by Code Sherpas and Libre Foods and the winners were chosen. 🏆 We would like to thank Marti Guasch Mercadé for sharing his expertise in the Spanish VC Market, as well as Cristina Verdi Tobón from Code Sherpas and Alan Iván Ramos from Libre Foods for sharing their insights and presenting interesting and thought-provoking cases. 🇭🇰 And also the faculty and students from The University of Hong Kong who visited us and took us on a very deep dive into business in their city. Talent Exchange was such an insightful and novel experience thanks to all the people that came and made it happen!

It is priceless to have someone who already experienced what you will go through by your side. Luckily, the teams at IdeaUp Challenge will have someone like this! It is a great pleasure for us to announce the team mentors for this year's edition. These successful professionals will always be there to help you and your team make it big! We would like to thank these mentors for their willingness to support talented students in making their dream a reality. Adrià Vázquez Rodríguez - CFO at Vicio Richard Nilsson - Founder & CEO at MyPetGo Beatriz Ibañez - Senior Social Impact Consultant Daniel Clivillé - Partner at Crea Inversión Pedro Gil - Investment Manager at Bcombinator Luis Vives - Director of Corporate Relations and Engagement at Esade Ana Guasch Seculi - Independent Advisor New Technologies & Innovation at Puig Sandra Andrés Bach - Founder | Strategy & Marketing Consultant at We Are Blue Sergi Pallarès Nadal - Co-Founder & CEO at StockCrowd Mar M. - Strategic Partnerships at uPledge Pedro Amador - Founder & Director at Happiness Play Ken Douglas - Board & Investment Committee Member at Nina Capital Jordi Sacristán Adrià - Strategic marketing consultant Jordi Planas Bielsa - Strategic Initiatives Coordinator at Barcelona Supercomputing Center Karina Riera - Mentor at Acelera Startups If you want to be the best, you have to learn from those who are already there! 🏆 And although the invaluable experience, teachings, and extraordinary people met on the way are the main rewards, thanks to our great partners, the top 3 startups will win prizes that will pave their way to the real world. For the winning team: Intelectium - Lite advisory (valued at €2,500) - 4 personalized mentoring sessions For 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places: Intelectium - Free review of the pitch deck or, alternatively, a mentoring session on different financing possibilities for the projects. Bcombinator - direct spot and access to all the benefits of the accelerator ESADE BAN - 1 year of free legal advice Esade Alumni - assistance in exploring public financing options eWorks - membership in the incubator After winning the Challenge, you can expect a sea of opportunities! So, are you ready to grow into an entrepreneur you always wanted to be? You can still sign up here (closing on October 21st): https://lnkd.in/eSJ5MzHh

🧩💡 2nd Edition of the Case Cracking Competition We kicked off the school year strong with Ennova's first event: the Case Cracking Competition! This year, we partnered with Deloitte to bring together over 100 talented ESADE students for two weekends full of problem-solving and consulting. Over these two weekends, teams worked on solving a real case presented by Deloitte. The first weekend focused on case presentation and preparation, while the second weekend showcased team pitches, culminating in the announcement of the winners 🏆. Participants not only honed their problem-solving skills but also had the chance to network and connect with fellow students throughout the event. A huge congratulations to the winning team: 🥇 Mariia Tsaturyan, Emma Sibout, Maria Blanch Bellido, Mireia Han and Valentín Cáceres Martí ! 🎉 Your ideas and dedication truly stood out. 👏 Shoutout to the runner-ups: 🥈 2nd Place: Sara Susperregui Stempkowska, Nuria Diaz Noguerol, María José Peralta, Margherita Wittum, and Alina Khafizova 🥉 3rd Place: Pauline Courdacy, Anna Trela, Laia Pérez Arrom, Dan Poppet, and Constantin Béliard We also want to extend our heartfelt thanks to Èric Serra Ferré, Ramiro Planas Lambán and Jordi Garcia Febrer from Deloitte for sharing their expertise and evaluating the pitches. Your insights were invaluable! 🙌 And a special thanks to Frit Ravich and The Coca-Cola Company for supporting our event by providing products that fueled the participants. We’re looking forward to next year’s edition and the exciting challenges it will bring! 🔥

🇭🇰 Talent Exchange: HKU x Ennova 🇪🇸 A chance to immerse yourself in a new entrepreneurial ecosystem 💡Join us at the Sant Cugat Campus to unlock new opportunities, learn from top business leaders from Barcelona and Hong Kong, and connect with peers who share your passion for innovation. This is how future global partnerships begin! 🌍 Global Insights * Learn directly from VCs, social enterprises, and startup founders from both Barcelona and Hong Kong. * Discover how Hong Kong’s strategic location and regulations support innovation, and compare it to Barcelona’s startup scene. Hear real-world case studies and gain deep insights into how both ecosystems thrive. 🔝 Learn from the best * Alan Iván Ramos - Founder and CEO at Libre Foods * Cristina Verdi Tobón - Founder and CEO at Code Sherpas * Simon Gonzalez - Founder and CEO at Sustein Material * Marti Guasch Mercadé - Assistant Professor of Accounting at Esade 🤝 Build Lasting Connections * Take part in 1-on-1 networking activities with other entrepreneurial minds. Whether you're looking for future collaborators or global partnerships, this event is a perfect chance to expand your professional network. 💡 Sharpen Your Skills * Compete in the pitching competition! Work in mixed teams of 5, tackle real-world startup cases, and showcase your best ideas. 🏆 📅 Date: Thursday, October 17th 📍 Location: Sant Cugat Campus ⏰ Time: 9:00 - 14:00 💸 Cost: Free! Event Schedule: 1️⃣ Panel Discussion (9:00 - 10:30) * Exchange perspectives between Hong Kong’s and Barcelona’s entrepreneurial worlds. Topics include VC investments, AI regulations, environmental laws, and much more. 2️⃣ Networking Session (10:45 - 11:30) * Meet and connect with fellow students and founders over snacks, exploring collaboration opportunities. Take part in engaging activities together. 3️⃣ Pitching Competition (11:45 - 14:00) * Work in mixed teams of 5 to solve startup challenges, pitch your ideas, and get feedback from an expert panel. The winning team will be announced at the end! This event is your great chance to learn, network, and grow while gaining firsthand experience from the best in the field. An international collaboration event that could transform your entrepreneurial journey! 🌐 ➡️ Go to this link to sign up (only 20 spots available): https://lnkd.in/duZnrk8i

Why is it so valuable to an Esade student’s career to go to Case Cracking Competition? 🚀 Kickstart your career: Elevate your future in consulting by solving real business cases from a leading global consultancy firm. ⁠🔭 Explore: See if consulting is something you could do in the future 🧠 Boost your skills: Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and presentation skills. 🎤 Pitch to professionals: Present your ideas to top Deloitte consultants. 🏅 Amazing prizes: Get a signed certificate, a possible LinkedIn endorsement from Deloitte and Ennova, and even your talent could be spotted by Deloitte professionals! 🚀 🗓 Key Details: • Dates: September 28 & October 5 • Fee: €20 for both days • Application Deadline: September 25 🤝 Your best opportunity to network, solve interesting cases, and possibly open doors to your consulting career! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gdJcsweX

INTRODUCING IDEAUP: A 6-MONTH ENTREPRENEURSHIP JOURNEY We are excited to announce the launch of IdeaUp, a hands-on program designed to help you transform ideas into innovative startups. Whether you're studying an undergraduate or master's in Barcelona, this is your chance to immerse yourself in the entrepreneurial world and collaborate with industry experts! 🗓️ Workshops & Key Dates: Workshop 1 (October 12th): HR & Talent Management – Strategies to align your team for success Workshop 2 (October 26th): Idea Validation, Business Planning & Customer Discovery Networking Auction (November 9th): Meet mentors and solidify your team’s idea Workshop 3 (November 23rd): Product Development & MVP Creation Workshop 4 (February 15th): Sales & Marketing – Go-to-market strategies, digital marketing, and growth hacking Workshop 5 (March 1st): Fundraising & Investor Relations – Learn the art of pitching and securing capital Challenge Gala (March 15th): All team present their ideas to a panel of experts Final Gala (April 5th): The best 5 teams will pitch their fully developed ideas to a panel of investors 🌟 Why You Should Apply: Gain valuable insights into entrepreneurship and innovation Network with industry professionals and mentors Push your startup idea from concept to execution Compete for a spot in the Final Gala and showcase your progress to investors ❗Important to remember: Having a pre-existing idea is not necessary, as participants will be guided through every step of the startup development process. Applications open on September 23rd. 👉 SAVE THE DATE and kickstart your entrepreneurial journey! 💲Participation Cost: 60 euros per person Ready to take the leap? Let’s turn your vision into reality! #IdeaUp #Entrepreneurship #Barcelona #Startups #Innovation #Networking #Business

📢 CRACK A CASE WITH DELOITTE We are thrilled to bring you another edition of the Case Cracking Competition, and this year, it’s bigger than ever with Deloitte being there to guide us and teach us the craft! 🎉 This two-day event is a fantastic opportunity for all ESADE students to enhance their consulting skills and solve a business case provided by Deloitte. Event Breakdown: Day 1 (September 28th): Workshops by Ramiro Planas Lambán on how to crack a case, giving you valuable insights and strategies from Deloitte professionals. Presenting the case to solve. Day 2 (October 5th): The competition day, where teams, after applying their learnings and developing their innovative solutions, will pitch them to Deloitte’s expert panel. 💡 Key Details: Application Deadline: September 25th Event dates: September 28th (Workshops) / October 5th (Competition) Location: ESADE Sant Cugat (Auditorium) 🏆 Prizes for Winners: Signed certificate from Deloitte and Ennova Opportunity for recruiter spotlight and CV submission to Deloitte Possible LinkedIn endorsements from both Deloitte and Ennova This is a golden opportunity to sharpen your skills, gain insights from top professionals, and stand out to recruiters! Join this edition of our Case Cracking Competition! ➡️ SIGN UP here: https://lnkd.in/gdJcsweX