Qué Pasa en Madrid

Your weekly newsletter with Business & Tech events for professionals and entrepreneurs in Madrid.

Week 15 // 7th to 13th April

Hola, Madrileños! Qué pasa this week in Madrid?

Monday, 7th

• 🧠 Masterclass: Piensa global, Actúa con Inteligencia Cultural/ 4.30 - 5.30pm: masterclass for developing cultural intelligence as a key skill for professionals and entrepreneurs working in international environments. Gain practical tools for global communication, close cultural gaps, and build an international mindset.
• ✍️ Co-writing Madrid/ 6 - 8pm: find your writing focus zone among other people in a session of 90 min. Optionally, you can share afterwards what you wrote.
• 🦈 Mini Shark Tank ALYA: Empowering the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs!/ 6 - 8.30pm: startup pitch session organized by the ALYA Association and AlyaX for members to present their business ideas in a "Mini Shark Tank" format.
• 🤝 Professional Networking/ 7.30 - 11.30pm: another edition of this beloved networking event which brings together professionals and entrepreneurs for an evening of networking, idea exchange, and social interaction, with group activities and a relaxed atmosphere with drinks.

Tuesday, 8th

• 🚀 Women in Startups (Club de la Ensalada de Frutas)/ 12 - 1pm: a growth-focused gathering at the Google for Startup Campus for women entrepreneurs, providing a supportive space to discuss challenges, exchange ideas, and gain insights in a relaxed setting.
• 🤖 Qué son los Agentes de IA y para qué Sirven/ 12 - 1pm: this session explains what AI agents are, how they work, and their real-world applications to reduce costs or create new products, using over 20 examples.
• ☕ Coffee Break con el CEO de Stamp/ 12 - 2pm: talk by the CEO of Stamp, a startup that innovates VAT exemption for travellers. He will share challenges and strategies from his own journey.
• 🤝 Liderazgo Afectivo/ 6 - 8pm: learn about leadership based on empathy, genuine relationships, and care for people to encourage dialogue and critical thinking on creating growth-oriented professional environments.
• 📚 Club de Lectura/ 6 - 9pm: book club with a cozy space to enjoy coffee, explore literature, share perspectives, and connect with fellow book lovers through engaging conversation and cultural exchange.
• 💼 Claves para Colaborar con Grandes Corporaciones siendo Startup (formaDOOR)/ 6.30 - 8.30pm: session with practical insights on how startups can effectively collaborate with large corporations, covering evolving partnership models, common challenges, and key expectations, with guidance from two innovation strategy experts.
• Evento EX Martes/ 7 - 9pm: supporting managers and leaders in a relaxed setting (with cervezas!). A chance to reflect on the challenges of leadership, share self-care strategies, and connect with other managers.
• 🎤 Open Mic Storytelling/ 7 - 9pm: event that invites participants to share true, personal tales lasting 2-7 minutes, during an intimate evening of fun and self-expression in a relaxed and supportive environment.
• 🙋🏻 Diseña un Onboarding Coherente con tu Cultura Corporativa/ 7 - 9pm: designing an onboarding process that aligns with company culture and purpose from day one. Hear about common mistakes in onboarding and the importance of creating a consistent experience that reinforces belonging and trust, rather than just aiming for a "wow moment" on the first day.
• 💻 Maquinito Codiguito: Creative Coding + IA/ 7 - 9pm: workshop for creative coding and interactive art, this time to create digital works that respond to simple mouse clicks and keyboard inputs. Designed for beginners who want to learn how to integrate user interaction into digital artwork using simple coding techniques.
• 🌇 Afterwork Date on The Rooftop/ 7 - 11pm: afterwork on a rooftop with music, drinks, and a great view, where you can connect with new people and share ideas. It is dedicated especially to digital nomads and freelancers, but is open to anyone that wants to join.

Wednesday, 9th

• 🎙️ Historias Aseguradas LIVE: Entrevista + Afterwork/ 6 - 8pm: live interview with Victoria Medina García, the new Director of Technology and Data at Allianz Spain, discussing innovation, digital transformation, and the future of the insurance industry. The event includes networking and refreshments after the interview.
• 📈 Descubriendo Ideas de Inversión en Madrid/ 6 - 8pm: experts and fund managers reviewing the top-performing investment funds of 2024 and discuss investment strategies for 2025. The event includes presentations and a panel discussion on topics like financial education and market outlook for the upcoming year.
• 🗣 Club de la Oratoria/ 7 - 8.30pm: learn about the key stages of preparing an oratory piece, from long-term planning to last-minute adjustments, with personalized feedback and strategies to improve your public speaking skills.

Thursday, 10th

• ☕ VC & PE Finance Breakfast/ 9 - 11am: exclusive event for Finance Managers and CFOs from Venture Capital and Private Equity funds, featuring a panel discussion on how technology is reshaping financial roles. The discussion will include insights from CFOs at K Fund and Nuclio.
• 🔥 Proptech Thursday/ 10am - 12pm: monthly event series that connects professionals to explore innovations shaping the future of PropTech (Property Technology), this time with experts from Microsoft, Goom, and Wembley Studios.
• 🤝 Conecta, Aprende, Disfruta/ 5 - 7pm: friendly networking event for entrepreneurs, offering a relaxed atmosphere to share experiences, learn from others, and explore growth opportunities while enjoying casual conversations.
• 📈 ¿Tiene Sentido Invertir en Startups?/ 5.30 - 8.30pm: event organized by Madrid Innovation Driven Ecosystem (MIDE) dedicated to family-owned businesses to explore opportunities for diversifying investments, particularly in startups. There will be expert talks on strategies for startup investment, investment clubs, and challenges and opportunities in the field.
• 🚀 La Tertulia de Itnig/ 6 - 8pm: Itnig, a startup ecosystem founded in Barcelona, is hosting its monthly "Tertulia" (talk show) event at the Google for Startup Campus, where entrepreneurs can network, discuss current trends, and present their projects to investors. The agenda includes a live discussion, a Q&A session, and ample networking opportunities.
• ❌ Ctrl+Z: De los Errores se Aprende/ 6 - 8pm: let's speak about failures in the construction and project management fields, for professionals to learn from past mistakes in project planning and execution.
• 📊 Métricas para Mejorar: Midiendo sin Perder el Rumbo/ 6 - 9pm: session focused on understanding and applying metrics effectively to drive organizational growth, including topics like the value of metrics, common biases, practical exercises, and tips for using metrics strategically in decision-making processes.
• 🙋🏻‍♀️ Women Taking Place/ 6 - 9.30pm: (4th edition) showcasing innovative projects led by women entrepreneurs, where finalists present their ideas to a jury. The event includes a roundtable discussion on the challenges and opportunities for women in business, followed by networking and a pitch competition.
• 🛜 10 aspectos que Transforman un Hosting en la Elección Ideal/ 6.30 - 8.30pm: a WordPress expert talking about the key factors to consider before choosing a hosting provider. Learn from his experience in WordPress hosting and marketing.
• 🗣 Improve Your Public Speaking Skills in Madrid/ 7 - 9pm: weekly session focused on improving public speaking skills (in English), helping you to build confidence, overcome anxiety, and effectively engage audiences. Learn techniques for speech structure, body language, and voice modulation, while receiving personalized feedback and support in a small group setting.
• ⁉️ WATIF Live!/ 7 - 10pm: live recording of the WATIF podcast, where the hosts will discuss future trends. The event also includes an aftershow with audience interaction and a casual social session for networking and reflection.

Friday, 11th

• ☕ Coffee Party/ 11am - 1pm: coffee, fuel for people. Enjoy this networking event powered by speciality coffee, with an icebreaker to make connections as easy as ordering your coffee. Plus, enjoy free coworking after the event to keep the good vibes going.
• 🤖 ¿IA creadora? ¿Conciencia artificial?/ 7 - 9pm: a talk on the challenges and possibilities of AI, exploring its potential for creativity and consciousness, and the ethical, scientific, and philosophical implications. Aimed at both experts and anyone interested in the evolving field of AI.

Saturday, 12th

• 🚂 Mercado Artesanal | Mercado de Motores/ 11am - 9pm (1/2): monthly artisan market at the Museo del Ferrocarril, featuring over 150 stalls with design, handmade goods, and vintage fashion, alongside live music and food trucks.
• 🔐 Cibersecurity Spain Hub España (CIBER-SHUBE)/ 9 - 7.30pm: event focused on cybersecurity, innovation, and technological entrepreneurship, aimed at boosting Spain's economic and social recovery. It offers free access for selected Spanish startups working in cybersecurity and focuses on internationalization. Winners of pitch competitions at previous events in Madrid, Marbella, and Salamanca will have the chance to connect with major international stakeholders.

Sunday, 13th

• 🚂 Mercado Artesanal | Mercado de Motores/ 11am - 9pm (2/2): second day of the monthly artisan market at the Museo del Ferrocarril, featuring over 150 stalls with design, handmade goods, and vintage fashion, alongside live music and food trucks. 

📚 Business Book of the Month: Entrepreneur Revolution: How to Develop your Entrepreneurial Mindset and Start a Business that Works by Daniel Priestley 📚

• What: a guide to shifting from the outdated industrial-age mindset to a more agile, entrepreneurial way of thinking, covering fundamental principles of building a business. You can also find some good interventions of Daniel Priestley in podcasts like "The Diary of a CEO" or "Deep Dive with Alí Abdaal" which I often listen to.
• It's for you if: you're an aspiring or early-stage entrepreneur looking for mindset and strategy guidance, and you are interested in understanding digital tools and global trends to build a business (or you just enjoy reading about it).
• Key takeaways: a lot of principles we follow for our work and professional life are a result of how we studied at school, but there are other ways of approaching problems. You don’t need a huge corporation to succeed; lean, agile businesses that solve specific problems can be very successful in the current interconnected society. You need different products for different stages of business growth and customer engagement.

This was Hedera - Hispana Hub organized by Cryptodays at the Madrid Innovation Lab (MIL) last week 🔥

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Disclaimer: Qué Pasa en Madrid is not an affiliate nor responsible for the events included in the present email. Informational purpose only. Issue #26 (06.04.25)