South Summit Madrid 2026
AI Venture Buildathon by IE University x Lovable
Most startup ideas never make it past a conversation. This one has 3 hours to become real.
The AI Venture Buildathon is a live, hands-on sprint where participants go from identifying a problem to pitching a working proof of concept, all in a single session. Every step is AI-powered, fast-paced, and designed to compress weeks of early-stage work into one morning.
IE University brings the methodology, led by Quico Machín and Joe Haslam; Lovable powers the build. A jury of investors and industry leaders pick the winners.
How it works:
Step 1: Identify the problem / Step 2: Validate the idea / Step 3: Build your MVP with Lovable / Step 4: Pitch to the jury.
💻 What to bring: Your laptop, a problem worth solving, and 3 focused hours.
🧑💻 Who this is for: Founders, builders, and anyone with an idea they've been sitting on for too long.
⚠️ Team size: 1 to 6 participants
📄 Apply to participate. Your profile will be reviewed and you will be contacted with more details.
Jun 5, 2026 — 10:00 am - 1:00 PMThe Next Big Thing
