Catalonia's Tech Hubs: Cultivating Talent and Driving Innovation in Europe

At the recent Tech Spirit 2024 celebrated in Barcelona, Catalonia Trade & Investment hosted an engaging roundtable titled "Catalonia's Tech Hubs: Cultivating Talent and Driving Innovation in Europe." This dynamic session brought together key industry leaders to discuss how Catalonia has become a thriving hub for technology, innovation, and talent development.

Industry leaders share insights on Catalonia’s Tech Ecosystem

Moderated by Mireia Lopez, International Promotion Manager at Catalonia Trade & Investment, the roundtable featured:

• Cristina Albalate, Customer Planning Lead at Bayer
• Pol Fenollar, Lab Lead at Dynatrace
• Pol Soler, Head of Revenue and Strategy at Revolut

Together, they explored how global companies are leveraging Catalonia's vibrant tech ecosystem to drive innovation and build strong teams.

“The diversity of talent and the ability to connect with markets worldwide make Barcelona an unbeatable location for companies like Revolut”

Pol Soler, Head of Revenue and Strategy at Revolut

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"Catalonia is the gateway to Europe for tech innovation"

Cristina Albalate from Bayer highlighted the region’s strategic advantages: “Catalonia’s infrastructure and talent pool make it the perfect place for companies like Bayer to innovate and expand. It’s not just about resources; it’s about the mindset of innovation that permeates the region.”

Catalonia’s competitive edge in talent cultivation

Pol Fenollar (Dynatrace) emphasized the availability of skilled professionals: “Catalonia has a unique ability to attract and retain top tech talent. The combination of world-class universities and a collaborative business environment ensures a continuous flow of expertise.”

A global perspective from Revolut

Pol Soler from Revolut underscored Catalonia’s global connectivity: “Barcelona’s role as a tech hub isn’t just regional; it’s global. The diversity of talent and the ability to connect with markets worldwide make it an unbeatable location for companies like Revolut.”

Catalonia: a thriving ecosystem for technology development

Catalonia is home to over 140 technology development centers (Tech Hubs Overview, 2024 by Mobile World Capital and Catalonia Trade & Investment), providing cutting-edge solutions to global challenges. In the past seven years, this number has grown significantly, cementing Catalonia’s position as a European leader in innovation.

How Catalonia Trade & Investment can help your business

Catalonia Trade & Investment is committed to supporting companies in establishing and growing their tech hubs in Barcelona and beyond. From tailored advice to strategic partnerships, we help businesses harness the full potential of Catalonia’s ecosystem.
Are you ready to join the ranks of global innovators? Contact us to learn how we can support your company’s growth in Catalonia.