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