The EU-LAC Digital Accelerator, represented by IESE Business School, participated in the prestigious 4YFN Conference, held alongside the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona.

The 4YFN event is renowned globally as a leading platform dedicated to connecting startups, investors, corporations, and institutions, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship through networking opportunities, pitch sessions, expert panels, and interactive workshops.

At this prominent event, IESE Business School facilitated new partnerships aimed at driving digital transformation across the Atlantic. The EU-LAC Digital Accelerator initiative supports startups, SMEs, and entrepreneurs looking to scale innovative digital solutions internationally. During 4YFN, attendees directly engaged with IESE Business School experts, gaining valuable insights into promising ventures and exploring numerous opportunities for cross-regional collaboration and growth.

IESE Business School effectively networked with over 50 startups and SMEs during the conference, with more than 30 based in Spain. This significant presence underscored Spain’s dynamic and fertile innovation ecosystem, highlighting its strategic importance as a global hub for entrepreneurial and digital innovation.

The successful participation of IESE Business School and the EU-LAC Digital Accelerator at 4YFN emphasised the essential role of transatlantic cooperation in cultivating a vibrant digital future. The event reinforced existing partnerships and initiated new collaborative pathways, enhancing digital connectivity and innovation between Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean.