Nova

"The best way to predict the future is to create it." They say. Well, that’s exactly what our Novas have been doing lately. The surge of entrepreneurs securing incredible funding rounds in just the last few days has been nothing short of impressive. Hold on tight as we break down their achievements: 💗 Anton Osika, co-founder of Lovable - a groundbreaking “software that builds software”- is making waves in the European startup scene, especially for those in Product. The company recently announced a €15M round. 🏡 Jose Manuel Cartes & Sofia Iturbe, founders of LIBEEN Smart Housing, have just secured €25M to expand their platform designed to make homeownership more accessible and revolutionize the real estate sector. 👁🗨 Javier Elizalde, COO & co-founder of Wooptix, is pushing the boundaries of optical technology. The company has developed a proprietary, patented technology capable of measuring and processing the entire light spectrum - the only one of its kind. They’ve just closed a €10M Series B round. You might just find yourself thinking, "Wait, I’m in the same network as them. I could just reach out through Nova Connect!" And that’s right 😉

“El feedback continuo es la única forma de crecer exponencialmente” En este episodio del Podcast de Nova, charlamos con Juanjo Mestre, CEO y cofundador de Dcycle, un SaaS que permite a las empresas medir de forma sencilla sus datos ESG, es decir, su impacto en sostenibilidad. Si quieres descubrir: ♻ Las regulaciones europeas en sostenibilidad y cómo pueden afectar a tu empresa. 💰 Cómo lograron levantar una ronda de financiación de 6M€ con Samaipata. 🤝 El secreto para mantener una relación sólida entre socios, incluso en momentos difíciles. 💣 Por qué la clave del éxito está en saber pivotar y adaptarse. 🏆 Las mejores estrategias para construir una cultura de equipo de alto rendimiento. Escúchalo ahora y conoce a la persona detrás de una de las start ups con mayor proyección de crecimiento en el panorama actual. Encuentra el link en los comentarios.

🚀 Meet Rebecca Mackenzie, Nova of the Month for February! With a decade of experience shaping global marketing strategies, Rebecca is not just a leader—she’s a communicator at heart. As Global Director of Product Marketing at Salesforce, she has mastered the art of messaging, positioning, and product storytelling. But her passion for public speaking and empowering others also took her on a big journey. In 2023, she launched “The Confident Communication Coach”, turning her expertise into a coaching platform that helps professionals unlock their full potential as speakers. Her story is one of ambition, growth, and giving back—core values that define Nova’s top talent. Join us in celebrating Rebecca’s achievements! ✨ #NovaOfTheMonth #Leadership #PublicSpeaking #Marketing #Growth #Community

📊 Strategy is more than just a PowerPoint… Real impact happens when great minds in strategy and operations come together to exchange ideas, tackle complex challenges, and drive transformation. That’s why we’re excited to launch the Strategy & Operations Vertical Group at Nova! Leading the way is Luigi B., an expert in strategy and operations with extensive experience optimizing business performance, streamlining processes, and leading high-impact initiatives. As the Vertical Leader in Italy, he’ll help connect the brightest professionals in the field to learn, collaborate, and grow together. This is your chance to join a community that speaks your language—all through the Nova App! 🚀 (More groups to be launched soon!) #VerticalLeaders #NovaStrategy #StrategyAndOperations #Leadership

No more limits. Instantly connect with Novas in your city through our app. With 25+ city groups and growing, your local network is just a tap away. A huge thank you to our City Leaders for making this happen. Missing your city? Drop a comment and tell us where we should go next! 🌍🌍

💫 Diverse teams don’t just feel good; they perform better. In this Talent First edition, we talk about the impact of diversity. Diverse teams make smarter decisions, develop more innovative products, and better understand customers. But (and this is critical), diversity works only when managed well. Without inclusion and effective leadership, diversity can backfire—leading to friction, miscommunication, and even lower performance. Let’s break it down, dimension by dimension. Keep reading and share your perspective with us!

💻 "Ser ingeniero de software es más que escribir código" En este episodio del Podcast de Nova, hablamos con Williams Aguilera, ex-CTO de Nova Talent y líder de la comunidad de Software en Nova, sobre el presente y el futuro de la tecnología en España. Lo que aprendemos con Williams: 📊 Cómo han evolucionado los roles y salarios en el sector tech. 💰 Los errores más comunes al entrar en el mundo del software (y cómo evitarlos). ⚙️ Consejos para gestionar equipos de ingeniería con autonomía y responsabilidad. 🤝 Cómo será la nueva comunidad de Software en Nova y cómo unirte. 🚀 Su nuevo proyecto emprendedor que une hardware y software de una forma única. 🎧 Escúchalo ahora y descubre cómo impulsar tu carrera en tecnología. Encuentra el link en comentarios. #NovaPodcast #SoftwareEngineering #TechCareers #WilliamsAguilera #NovaCommunity

💻 Great code is just the beginning… Real innovation happens when top engineers come together to share knowledge, overcome obstacles, and push boundaries. Because of that, we’re launching the Software Engineering Vertical Group at Nova! Leading the way is Williams Aguilera, a software architect expert with nearly two decades of experience building scalable solutions, leading technical teams, and shaping the startup ecosystem. As Vertical Leader, he’ll help connect the brightest minds in engineering to learn, collaborate, and grow together. If you’re a Nova member in software development, this is your chance to be part of a community that speaks your language—all through the Nova App! 🚀 #VerticalLeaders #NovaEngineering #SoftwareEngineering

Is hiring Top Talent important? → The short answer is YES... But here's why 👇 In this Talent First edition we reflect on: 🔹 The real impact of top talent – How one top performer can be 4-8× (or even more) as productive as an average employee. 🔹 Lessons from sports and business – Why the corporate world is mistaken in underestimating talent’s impact compared to sports. 🔹 Firsthand hiring lessons – The “bar-raising” principle introduced at Nova and how hiring the wrong person can break a company or department. Keep reading and leave us your insights in the comments!

⚖️ "No basta con ser un gran técnico, hay que aprender a vender" Beatriz Vara de Rey, Partner en Ambar Partners y líder de la Vertical Legal en Nova, nos habla en este episodio del Nova Podcast sobre la transformación del sector legal y cómo construir una carrera en la abogacía hoy. 💡 Aprenderás sobre: 💼 La evolución de las carreras en derecho y los rangos salariales en firmas top. 📊 Cómo han cambiado los despachos y la irrupción de nuevos modelos como Ambar. 💰 "No basta con ser un gran técnico, hay que aprender a vender": la importancia de las habilidades comerciales. ⚖️ Cómo equilibrar la vida personal con una carrera tan exigente. 🤝 La nueva comunidad legal en Nova: oportunidades, networking y crecimiento profesional. 🎙️ Escúchalo ahora y descubre cómo será el futuro del sector legal. Busca el link en comentarios. #NovaPodcast #LegalCareers #Abogacía #BeatrizVaraDeRey #NovaCommunity #Derecho