Speakers

PROGRAM

MORNING

10:30–11:00 — Registration & Welcome Coffee

Start your day with a warm Andalusian welcome:

  • Check-in, name badges & welcome pack

  • Light regional breakfast (olive oil toast, pastries, coffee)

11:00–11:10 — Opening Remarks

Welcome by the host/moderator

  • Introduction to the mission of Holandandalucía: fostering Spain–Netherlands collaboration

11:10–11:40 — Keynote

Roel Nieuwenkamp, Ambassador of the Netherlands: Why Southern Spain? Why the Netherlands?

  • Emerging trends in Southern Spain’s startup scene (agritech, renewable energy, tourism tech)

  • Dutch investment opportunities (deep tech, sustainability, logistics, impact investing)

11:45–12:10 — Keynote

Director ProMálaga o Consejal de Málage o Miembro de la Junta: Why Invest in Southern Spain?

  • Andalusia as Europe's future energy provider

  • Malaga's rise as a high-tech hub attracting global talent

12:10–12:35 — Keynote: Andalusian Success Story

Joaquín Cuenca Abela, CEO Freepik

  • From start up to global player" The story of the Freepic from small Andalusian start up to world wide player.

12:35–13:00 — Startup Pitch Sessions (Round 1)

  • Three startups presenting

13:00–14:30 — Andalusian Networking Lunch

Sector-focused networking tables for:

  • Climate & Environment

  • Agri & FoodTech

  • AI & Data

  • Logistics & Smart Cities

  • Spanish Investors meet Dutch investors

AFTERNOON

14:30–14.55 — Keynote: Andalusian Success Story

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15.00–16.15 — Perspectives of Three Seasoned Investors

  • From different angles three experienced angel investors share their experiences followed by a panel discussion

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15.30–16.00 - Panel discussion

  • The three investors will share their insights on investing in Spain and Andalusia during a panel discussion. Questions from the public are gathered online.

16:00–16:30 — Startup Pitch Sessions (Round 2)

  • Three startups presenting

16:30–17:45 — Investor–Startup Speed Networking. Open door Polo Digital.

  • Networking market, dozens of start-ups are available to explain their services and ambitions.

  • Open door, walk around in the largest incubator of Andalusia and meet start ups

  • Investors meet investors

  • High-value matchmaking designed for actionable connections.

17:45–20:00 — Networking Cocktail

  • Join us at the beach of Málaga for informal drinks with Spanish wines and tapas

  • Private investor conversations

  • Media & photo opportunities

  • Award ceremony, best start up pitch