Catalyst Stage
Jun 4, 2026
1:30 PM1:45 PM
Ecosystem Growth
España Crece: How Institutional Capital Is Transforming the National Startup Ecosystem
Guillermo JiménezAXIS (Grupo ICO)Managing Director
Description
Public capital is one of the most powerful and least understood levers for building a world-class innovation ecosystem. AXIS, the investment arm of Instituto de Crédito Oficial, manages four funds that have quietly shaped Spain's venture landscape over the past decade: from fund-of-funds to direct investment in growth, sustainability, and deep tech. This session explores the next chapter — España Crece — and what it means for founders, investors, and the future of the Spanish entrepreneurial ecosystem. (Sesión en español)