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Discover how SaaS platform Metricool ES ♾️ reached $17M ARR without external funding 🚀 team.blue, part of the investment firm Hg, has acquired Metricool, the Spanish #socialmediamanagement platform now valued at over €100M. Founded in 2015 by Juan Pablo Tejela and Laura Montells, Metricool has grown rapidly, reaching €17M ARR and surpassing 2 million users. In fact, their ARR increased by €2M since the interview we conducted—highlighting how fast they’ve been scaling! How did Metricool get here? -Independent growth: Founded in Madrid, Metricool expanded without external funding until Axon Partnersinvested €5M in 2022 for a 20% stake. -All-in-one social media management: The platform offers tools to plan, publish, and analyze content, becoming a favorite among agencies and brands. -A new chapter with team.blue: With team.blue now involved, Metricool gains access to 3.3 million customers across Europe, accelerating their global expansion plans. Axon remains a minority shareholder. This acquisition marks a new phase for Metricool as they continue to lead in their field, now with a greater reach for international #growth. We had the opportunity to interview Juan Pablo Tejela thanks to our digital expert Mar Rojas at Digitalevel. We want to extend our congratulations to Juan Pablo, Laura, and the entire Metricool team for their fantastic work. Dive into the full story of Metricool ES ♾️’s journey in our blog post. 👇 https://lnkd.in/dhMxCb8j From its humble beginnings as a side project, this #SaaS tool has grown into a global player in #digitalmarketing, driven by the vision and dedication of its founders. Learn how they overcame early challenges and relied on word of mouth to attract their first users in a highly competitive space. What’s their secret? Keeping the focus on customer needs and a straightforward product without unnecessary complications. A valuable lesson for #entrepreneurs and creatives—don’t miss it!

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🎙 From selling a #startup for €165 million in 5 years to investing in the best startups in Europe. This week, Ander Michelena, General Partner of Acurio Ventures, participated in the Nova Talent podcast. During this episode they have discussed several interesting topics of entrepreneurship:  ➡ What is Ander most proud of when he thinks about his professional career. ➡ How Acurio improves the risk-return ratio with its investment model.  ➡ Why the rest of the funds do not perceive Acurio as a threat. ➡ Why rebranding when your company's brand is already well known in the market. #investment #entrepreneurs

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Meet our Speakers: CRM Talks Madrid | Ubaldo Hervás 👋 "We've been analyzing our websites incorrectly for the past 20 years." - Ubaldo Hervás ≡ CRO is about to challenge everything you know about user behavior analysis. Meet Ubaldo, Head of CRO & Experimentation at LIN3S ≡ Digital Consulting and Associate Professor of Big Data Analytics & AI at IE Business School, who'll be shaking up your perspective at CRM Talks Madrid on December 4th. 🎯 His topic: "Users are mad: how to measure for data-driven decision making" In this game-changing session, you'll discover: - Why traditional funnels fail to capture modern customer journeys - How to apply statistical models that reveal actual user behavior patterns - Real automotive industry case study on data-driven decision making - Framework for setting actionable marketing KPIs that drive real impact 📚 Ubaldo brings unique expertise as: - Author of "Data Analytics for Digital Marketing" (2024) - Director of Master's in Growth Hacking & Marketing Automation at IEBS Biztech School - Professor at IE Business School of Human Sciences and Technology This session is crucial for anyone serious about personalization and accurate measurement in the modern digital landscape. This is just the first peek at our amazing speaker lineup for CRM Talks Madrid. Stay tuned to meet other experts in the coming days! 🎟️ Remember: while the event is free, spots are limited and going fast. Save your spot: https://lnkd.in/eEETsR93 #CRMTalks #DataAnalytics #MarTech #Madrid

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Congratulations to all the winners of the South Summit Startup Competition!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 This 13th edition was very close with 100 finalist startups in the 10 verticals. The winners were: 1. IBBX: Industry 5.0. The company develops solutions for monitoring, control and automation of projects through IoT (Internet of Things) and artificial intelligence. 2. Invopop (YC W23): Enterprise. The Madrid-based startup that helps global companies to issue electronic invoices in any country. 3. Embat: fintech & insurtech. This startup automates more than 90% of treasury accounting entries with artificial intelligence. 4. Suntalhpy: Climate Tech. It develops advanced heating and cooling solutions to increase energy efficiency in household consumption. 5. TransferChain: Trust Tech & Data. The startup combines blockchain and cryptocurrency to offer the first online storage solution. 6. Webel: Consumer Trends. It has an app where customers can buy, sell or rent any service or product in the fastest and most varied way possible. 7. Shakers: Future of Work & Talent. Uses AI to match freelancers with companies and projects. 8. Sycai Medical: Health. It aims to empower radiologists to improve healthcare through machine vision and big data. 9. Sticky: Digital Culture. It has developed a codeless operating system to make interactions in physical spaces last less than ten seconds. 10. NaviLens: Mobility & Smart Cities. It develops technology to empower people with disabilities. Javier Pita has also received a second prize: the Grupo Social ONCE award in the awards for innovation and social inclusion at the South Summit 2024. Amazing all of them! https://lnkd.in/d9WVPRXG #Startups #UPM #growth #sustainability #investment #cleantech #cleancities #smartcities #SouthSummit24 South Summit ClimAccelerator Climate-KIC EIT Climate-KIC Spain Universidad Politécnica de Madrid https://lnkd.in/d9WVPRXG

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🚀 We're excited to share insights from the recent roundtable presentation of the report 'Artificial Intelligence in Catalonia,' a collaborative effort between ACCIÓ and industry leaders, where Albert Iruela Sánchez, our Co-Founder and CSO at Omnios, was invited to speak about the latest solutions in AI developed by Omnios. 📊 The event featured notable speakers including Imma Rodríguez from ACCIÓ, Marco Orellana Fuenzalida from CIDAI, Lluc Guarro Serrahima from Roca Salvatella, and Macarena Suanes, PhD, from AIS, discussing the current landscape and future prospects of AI in Catalonia. According to the report, Catalonia boasts 488 companies engaged in AI, generating €2.155 billion in revenue and employing 14,525 individuals. The services and industry sectors emerge as the primary adopters of this transformative technology. At Omnios, we're dedicated to crafting tailored strategies that drive business growth. We turn insights into action, optimizing your path to success. #AIinCatalonia #TechnologicalInnovation #ACCIÓ #OmniosEvents #DigitalFuture

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🏆 €800K Up for Grabs for Innovative Startups! 🏆 Founders in Spain and Portugal, it’s your time to shine! The Premios EmprendeXXI awards are offering €800K in funding, training, and visibility to groundbreaking startups with Enisa and CaixaBank DayOne leading the charge. Eligible tech-driven startups under 3 years old can apply until December 5 for a shot at winning in one of these impactful categories: 🫂 Social Impact ♻️ Sustainability ⛓️ Disruptive Innovation 🪜 Scalability 🌾 Agri-Food 💳 Fintech Category winners will receive €20,000, a chance to train with MIT & Esade, plus access to the AlumniXXI network. And that’s not all—19 regional winners (17 in Spain, 2 in Portugal) will each take home €6,000! Got a vision? Make your mark in one of the ecosystem’s most prestigious startup awards. Follow Abahope for updates on funding opportunities and founder tips. #Startups #Innovation #Funding #PremiosEmprendeXXI #Entrepreneurship #Spain #Portugal #TechFounders

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🌟 Ready to boost your conversions and #AudienceEngagement while cutting costs? 💰 Discover how MacLucan: Estrategia de contenidos & Panda Security did just that with Taboola! See how they used #NativeAds to achieve: 📈+121% in Conversion Rate 📉-57% in Cost Per Acquisition 📈+80% in Engagement Read: https://ow.ly/ZxqP50RHzAl #OnlineAdvertising #DigitalMarketing #MarketingStrategy #CaseStudy #MarketingInsights #Cybersecurity

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Customers' data privacy and consent are paramount, especially in matters concerning the prevention of money laundering and terrorism financing. It's crucial for organizations to ensure that consent is freely given, informed, and specific to the purposes for which it's being sought. Transparency and accountability in data handling are fundamental principles upheld by GDPR regulations. Let's hope this serves as a wake-up call for all organizations to prioritize ethical data practices and respect customers' rights to control their personal information. #DataPrivacy #GDPRCompliance

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Just 1 week to go until the Empowering the Future of Finance! 🚨 We are counting down to the big day – our Empowering the Future of Finance event is just 1 week away! On 13 November 2024 at Barcelona Finance Hub by Aticco, fintechinsurtechclub is bringing together leaders, innovators, and decision-makers in finance and technology to explore what’s next for the industry. 📅 Event Details: 📍 Location: Barcelona Finance Hub, Passeig de Gràcia, 19, 9th Floor, Barcelona ⏰ Time: Opening remarks kick off at 16:00, with a networking session and an exclusive tour of the hub afterward! Agenda Highlights: ✴️ Future of Finance – Exploring macroeconomic trends, financial innovation, and the role of technology in shaping 2025 and beyond. ✴️ Payments 101 – How businesses can adapt to evolving consumer demands with innovations in speed, security, and accessibility. ✴️ The Power of Blockchain – Real-world applications and the potential of decentralized technology in financial services. ✴️ AI Strategies for Financial Transformation – How AI is reshaping finance through cutting-edge applications, emerging trends, and competitive strategies. With an impressive lineup of speakers this is a unique opportunity to gain insights and connect with key influencers in the field. ⚠️ Tickets are nearly sold out! Make sure to secure yours before it’s too late: https://lnkd.in/dHvWtath We are excited to welcome you to Barcelona’s financial hub -Don’t miss out on shaping the future with us! #FutureOfFinance #Fintech #Insurtech #Blockchain #AI #FinanceInnovation #BarcelonaEvents

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"Mom, we made it in the news!” We are thrilled to announce our €800k Pre-Seed led by {{linkedin_mention(urn:li:organization:11132867|Abac Nest Ventures)}}, with participation from {{linkedin_mention(urn:li:organization:28553535|Combination VC)}}, {{linkedin_mention(urn:li:organization:10616214|JME Ventures)}}, and {{linkedin_mention(urn:li:organization:1546341|Itnig - Startup Ecosystem)}}. This investment affirms Hoola’s unique approach to Conversational AI in eCommerce. 6 months after taking on our first paid client, we’re proud to support 75+ brands with the challenges they face around customer experience. We could go on and on about how our proprietary tech is the must-have for eComs looking to improve customer support while driving conversion, but honestly, we’ll let the numbers speak for themselves: 70% of chats automated > 15% Conversion Rate in conversations 22x average ROI Hoola is just getting started and has some very cool & unique (if we do say so ourselves) features in the pipeline to continue helping eComs You can read the article here (ESP): https://lnkd.in/gNAYBMHF

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🚀 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗫𝟰𝗛𝗣𝗖 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗦𝗖 𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗼𝗳𝗳𝘀 👥 Want to participate in the Startups2Funding at the Barcelona Deep Tech Summit? 🗓️ On November 6th, from 10 am to 12 pm, the Startups2Funding activity will take place, where one-on-one meetings will be held between investors and startups. Steps to sign up: 1. Register on the platform Fill out the form you’ll find here.▶️ https://lnkd.in/dmVQhfG6 2. Validate your profile You will receive an email in your inbox. Just validate it. 3. Request a meeting Once your profile is validated, you’ll have access to the list of available investors. Select and request a meeting. The investor will need to accept your meeting request (it’s not immediate). More information: https://lnkd.in/d_pqVZf5  #BarcelonaDeeptechSummit #deeptech #BDTS24 #spinoffs #investors #startups

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🚀 Fran Vision HUB: Revolutionizing the Franchise Market in Europe We're thrilled to announce the official launch of Fran Vision HUB, Europe's first business incubator exclusively dedicated to developing new franchises! 🏢 What we offer: Advanced strategic consulting Franchise Academy Elite mentorship Innovation laboratory Global networking hub 💼 Unique opportunities: €10 million investment fund International acceleration program Integrated digital platform 🤝 Founding Member: We're proud to have the Romanian Franchise Association, a public utility association, as a founding member of Fran Vision HUB. 🌍 Our impact: We aim to create over 100 new franchise concepts in the next 5 years, generating over 10,000 jobs across Europe. "Fran Vision HUB is not just an incubator, but a catalyst for the future of franchises in Europe." - Alexandru Irimescu, CEO Are you a visionary entrepreneur, investor, or industry expert? Join us on this transformational journey! 📩 Learn more: www.franvisionhub.eu (coming soon) #FranVisionHUB #Franchising #Entrepreneurship #Innovation

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🚀📈 Estimated Media Value (EMV) in Spain - Paid Media 2022 vs. 2023 The latest EMV data for Spain reveals some key insights from 2022 to 2023: - 🥇 Fashion 👗 and Food & Beverage 🍷 continue to dominate the market with significant media value. - 🥈 Sectors like Retail 🛍 and Entertainment 👨‍🎤 are showing positive growth, while Beauty & Cosmetics 💄 faces a decline. - 🥉 Telecommunications ☎ stands out with the highest YoY growth, highlighting its rising media influence. What can we learn from this? 🤔 The data underscores the dynamic nature of media investments and how different sectors are adapting. Fashion and Food & Beverage remain strong, but growth opportunities are emerging in Retail and Entertainment. Meanwhile, Telecommunications is rapidly increasing its media presence, signaling a potential shift in marketing strategies. Understanding these trends can help brands better allocate their media budgets and maximize their impact. 📊💡 https://lnkd.in/dAz7gTC4 Primetag IAB hashtag #EMV #InfluencerMarketing #PrimetagAnalytics #PaidMedia #MarketingInsights

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Last week, members of Globant GUT, including Monika Diez del Sel and María Campos Aranda, attended the Meta EMEA Agency Summit 2024 in Dublin. ✨ The event covered key digital marketing trends, and we’ve gathered some valuable insights. 📢 Check out our article to see how these takeaways can elevate your brand's strategy! https://lnkd.in/gkAxgs3S #DigitalMarketing #InnovationInsights #MetaSummit2024

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Hitting a ceiling of growth, and the importance of leadership" Tom, Tom is a Business Angel and very early stage VC investor focused on founding teams based in Spain from any sector. In the interview, Tom humbly opens up about his own limitations as a leader and the important balance between operations execution and leadership. He adds that execution is everything, and as leaders you have to look for people who can execute. #leadership #coaching #conversations

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Hitting a ceiling of growth, and the importance of leadership" Tom, Tom is a Business Angel and very early stage VC investor focused on founding teams based in Spain from any sector. In the interview, Tom humbly opens up about his own limitations as a leader and the important balance between operations execution and leadership. He adds that execution is everything, and as leaders you have to look for people who can execute. #leadership #coaching #conversations

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Hitting a ceiling of growth, and the importance of leadership" Tom, Tom is a Business Angel and very early stage VC investor focused on founding teams based in Spain from any sector. In the interview, Tom humbly opens up about his own limitations as a leader and the important balance between operations execution and leadership. He adds that execution is everything, and as leaders you have to look for people who can execute. #leadership #coaching #conversations

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"Justice has its tempo, but is relentless" says Iñigo Barea Egaña in reference to the uneven level playing field we still see in Spain. Few players continue to use bogus self-employed couriers, but we anticipate this will come to an end soon. Just Eat Spain has played an essential role in driving our very much needed path to profitability in the segment I lead in 2023, and the overall Just Eat Takeaway.com position, while seeing step-change growth in our new verticals value proposition, across groceries, pharma, cosmetics and others. Our unique employee-only logistics know-how, fully compliant with the Rider Law, has been and remains an essential differentiating factor giving our partners the service reassurance they require. 👉 Read the full interview in El Periódico de España, here: https://lnkd.in/ecMYjxhd

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