José Luis Bonet defends entrepreneurship as a strategic engine for the Spanish economy at 4YFN

 

The president of the Cámara de España, José Luis Bonet, has reaffirmed in Barcelona the value of entrepreneurship as a pillar of national competitiveness during their visit to the institution's stand at the Four Years From Now (4YFN), promoting the program Impulsa Startup for the acceleration of technology-based companies.

 

Entrepreneurship as a generator of opportunities and employment

 

During the day, José Luis Bonet, accompanied by Inmaculada Riera, general director of the Cámara de España, and María ToscaThe Director of Employment, Training and Entrepreneurship has taken the pulse of the innovative ecosystem at the event held in parallel to Mobile World CongressThe president emphasized that entrepreneurship transcends the mere creation of businesses: "It's about creating opportunities, promoting skilled employment, and increasing the country's competitiveness.", he stated before members of the Cámara de España and Red de Cámaras de Comercio.

 

In a context where the innovation Positioned as an essential driving force, the chamber institution seeks to facilitate a solid channel for talent. Bonet He emphasized the importance of the reach of territorial chambers of commerce to reach entrepreneurs who would otherwise lack specialized resources to scale their business models.

 

Boost Startups: Training, Mentoring and Scaling

 

The program Impulsa Startup It is consolidating itself as a comprehensive tool for the creation and acceleration of emerging companiesIn its latest edition, the initiative has benefited more than 700 entrepreneursThe program is structured in two critical phases for the survival and success of the projects:

 

• Create and Grow: Phase focused on the development of a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) through training and technical mentoring.
• Takes off: Scaling stage of the business model and preparation for access to professional investment rounds.

 

The following are the key figures detailing the program's impact on the business sector:

 

Concept	Data / Impact
Entrepreneurs benefited	More than
Projects promoted	More than
Affiliated Chambers of Commerce (2025)	33 local cameras
Final Date II Despega Award	March 4th 2026

 

Territorial presence and funding framework

 

In 2025, a total of 33 Cámaras de Comercio They joined the program, including delegations in Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Bilbao, Sevilla y ZaragozaAmong other things, this network allows for direct mentorship with local entrepreneurs, connecting them startups with the real business fabric of each province.

 

The program Impulsa Startup It has the co-financing of FSE+ (European Social Fund Plus) within the framework of Programa de Educación y Formación, Empleo y Economía Social (2021-2027), ensuring the sustainability of these actions to support technological entrepreneurship.

 

As a culmination of his participation in the 4YFN, the Cámara de España will celebrate the final of the Second edition of the Despega National Award Wednesday, March 4th, where eight finalist startups will compete in the Founders Stage.

 

Key points and frequently asked questions about Impulsa Startup

 

What is the Impulsa Startup program?

It is an initiative of the Cámara de España Designed for the creation, mentoring and acceleration of technology-based startups, offering a clear path from idea to investment.

 

What do the "Create and Grow" and "Take Off" phases consist of?

The "Create and Grow" phase focuses on developing a viable product (MVP), while the "Take Off" phase focuses on scaling the business and presenting it to professional investors.

 

Who is funding this initiative to support entrepreneurship?

The program is co-financed by the FSE+ under the Programa de Educación y Formación, Empleo y Economía Social (2021 – 2027).