Marina de Empresas: propelling Valencia as a premier innovation hub

Our partner of July couldn’t be other than Marina de Empresas, a vibrant entrepreneurial hub in Valencia, consists of EDEM, Angels, and Lanzadera. These entities work synergistically to offer exceptional education, mentorship, and funding to entrepreneurs. A perfect combination to boost Valencia as a reference innovation hub in Europe:  

• EDEM: Premier business school offering advanced management and entrepreneurship programs. 

• Lanzadera: Accelerator that has supported over 1.300 startups. Some of them after visiting Lanzadera as part of our Destination and InnoConect VLC programs, initiatives developed by Invest In Valencia, offering a comprehensive overview of the opportunities our vibrant city has to offer. 

• Angels: Venture capital firm investing in innovative startups with over 38M€ of accumulated investment and 59 participated companies
  

  Why Marina de Empresas?
  

   Their dedication to creating wealth, employment, and fostering entrepreneurship aligns seamlessly with our mission. Their openness to collaboration and substantial contributions make them a cornerstone of Valencia’s business community.

  Founded by Juan Roig, the visionary behind Mercadona, Marina de Empresas embodies his legacy of promoting entrepreneurship and economic growth. Roig’s commitment to nurturing talent and innovation has left an indelible mark on Valencia’s business landscape. 

Marina de Empresas is embarking on exciting expansion plans to further bolster Valencia’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. This expansion will enhance their capacity to support startups and foster innovation.

Our team recently visited our partners at their stunning location in Marina de Valencia. Toni Villuendas, Investment Analyst at Angels Capital, shared detailed insights and his vision on our fruitful collaborative relationship. This visit highlighted the strong synergy between our teams and reinforced our commitment to driving innovation and growth together.