In an increasingly connected world of work, it is important to know what networking is and how to and how to apply it correctly has become a key skill for any professional. From the marketing team of Aticcomarketing team, we live it every day: generating genuine connections can be the engine of new opportunities, collaborations and growth.

What is networking in the work environment?

The networking in the workplace consists of building and cultivating professional relationships that can bring mutual value. Unlike casual contact, this type of relationship is based on trust, professional interest and the possibility of sharing knowledge, ideas or even future projects. In essence, it is about being present, visible and providing value to others inside and outside your organization.

Although it is often associated with events and meetings, today networking also happens in the corridors of a coworking space, over coffee with a colleague or in an informal chat after a presentation.

The importance of networking to advance professionally

Investing time in networking not only improves visibility within your company, but can open doors to new roles, projects, mentors or even career changes. For those of you wondering what networking is all aboutthe answer is in the results: a strong network can be a constant source of learning and opportunities.

In spaces such as Aticcowhere freelancers, startups and consolidated companies coexist, the constant exchange of ideas and contacts is part of everyday life. This dynamic environment facilitates the development of professional relationships that can mark a before and after in your career.

Strategies for networking at work

1. Attend internal and external eventsParticipate in talks, trainings or afterworks. These are key moments to connect. 
2. Share what you knowBe generous with your knowledge. Posting on LinkedIn, giving feedback or leading an initiative can position you as a reference. 
3. Initiate conversationsSometimes a "What are you doing here?" is enough to open a door. 
4. Be authenticGenuine interest generates more lasting connections. 

These strategies also apply to network marketinga more focused approach to business relationships, but which shares the foundation of networking: trust and collaboration.

Networking in times of remote and virtual work

Virtuality has changed the rules of the game, but it has not eliminated the need to connect. Tools such as Slack, LinkedIn or Google Meets have become new meeting points. Actively participating in online communities or proposing virtual meetings can help you maintain your visibility even at a distance.

How to maintain and strengthen your network of work contacts

Networking is not only about meeting new people, but also about taking care of existing relationships. Here are some ideas to keep your network alive:

• Interact with your contacts in social networks.
• Congratulate achievements or share useful resources.
• Propose collaborations when the opportunity arises.

Consistency and sincere interest make the difference.

Common mistakes when networking at work

• Being overly pushy or having a solely opportunistic approach.
• Failure to listen to others and take a genuine interest in their objectives.
• Stop cultivating the relationship once an advantage has been obtained.

Avoiding these mistakes will help you build a solid and lasting professional network.

Are you interested in boosting your networking in an environment designed for it?

📍 Discover how we promote it at Aticco with a vibrant community and ongoing events that drive connections between professionals and companies.

Frequently asked questions about networking at work

How do I start networking if I'm new to the company?
Start by introducing yourself to your colleagues, join group activities and look for opportunities to collaborate on projects. Showing initiative and curiosity is the best way to integrate.

What digital tools are the most effective for networking at work?
LinkedIn is the network par excellence for the professional environment, but don't underestimate the power of platforms like Slack, Notion or even team WhatsApp groups.

We live in a fast-paced world, where notifications, meetings and to-dos are constantly competing for our attention. At Aticco, we believe that innovation lies not only in technology, but also in the way we take care of people. For this reason, we are committed to a more human vision of work, where the mindfulness in the work environment plays an essential role.

In our coworking spaces, designed to boost well-being and productivity, we encourage practices such as mindfulness so that people can reconnect with themselves, reduce stress and make decisions with greater clarity.

What is mindfulness and why is it useful in the workplace?

Mindfulness is the ability to be present in the present moment, consciously and without judgment. Applied to the workplace, it allows professionals to focus on one task at a time, reduce emotional reactivity and improve their relationship with stress.

Unlike multitasking, which scatters the mind and drains energy, mindfulness promotes deep focus, helping to avoid mistakes, improve the quality of work and maintain a calm attitude even under pressure.

Benefits of mindfulness at work

Innovative companies are already integrating mindfulness programs for mindfulness programs for employees as part of their corporate culture. Some of the most prominent benefits include:

• Reduction of work stressby training the mind to observe without reacting immediately, anxiety levels are reduced.
• Increased concentration and mental clarityhelps to prioritize and make more effective decisions.
• Improved working relationshipsActive listening and empathy are encouraged.
• Increased productivityby working with greater presence and less dispersion.
• Burnout preventionPromotes conscious breaks that recharge energy.

Strategies for practicing mindfulness in the office

Incorporating mindfulness into the workday does not require major investments or radical changes. Here are some simple strategies:

• Conscious pauses: take a couple of minutes of deep breathing between tasks.
• Beginning of meetings with a minute of silenceto focus the team's attention.
• Design of quiet spacesas the ones we offer in Aticco to disconnect and recharge energies.
• Encourage digital disconnectionAvoid using cell phones during breaks or key meetings.

Practical mindfulness exercises to reduce stress

Here are some easy practices that anyone can do at their desk:

• Conscious breathing: close your eyes and focus on your breathing for 3-5 minutes.
• Body scanning: bringing attention to different parts of the body to release tensions.
• 5 senses techniqueThe 5 senses technique: observing an object, listening to nearby sounds, noticing physical sensations, identifying smells and tastes. This helps to anchor the mind to the present.

How to foster a mindfulness culture in companies

For mindfulness to really transform the work environment, it is key that the organization integrates it as part of its culture. Some actions can be:

• • Offer workshops or trainings on mindfulness at work..
  • Include mindfulness practices in the onboarding of new employees..
  • Having spaces designed for wellbeing, such as those we offer at Aticco, adapted to new generations and the values of the most innovative companies. like the ones we offer at Aticco, adapted to the new generations and the values of the most innovative companies.

At Aticco, we believe that working better also means living better. That's why our spaces are designed not only to foster collaboration and networking, but also to facilitate a healthier, more conscious and balanced lifestyle.

Interested in creating a more conscious and productive work environment for your team? Discover what you can achieve in a flexible space like the ones at Aticcowhere well-being goes hand in hand with innovation.

Frequently asked questions about Mindfulness at work

How does mindfulness help improve concentration at work?
Mindfulness trains the mind to focus on a single task, which reduces dispersion and improves efficiency. This translates into greater mental clarity and more conscious decision making.

What simple mindfulness techniques can be applied in the office?
Some easy techniques are deep breathing, mindful pauses, body scanning, and using sensory anchors (such as a cup of tea or relaxing music) to reconnect with the present moment.

On April 10, we celebrated at Aticco María de Molina (Madrid) a new edition of Women Taking Placeour day dedicated to highlighting and supporting female talent within the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Once again, we brought together women entrepreneurs, investors and industry leaders to generate connections, share learning and accelerate projects with impact.

The most eagerly awaited moment was undoubtedly the pitch competitionwhere seven finalist projects presented their ideas before a jury of experts. The result? A winner that left us all with our mouths open. But before we tell you who it was, we take you through everything that happened during this day full of inspiration, training and community.

Talks, mentoring and key learnings

Throughout the day there was a combination of training sessions, inspiring testimonials and networking spaces designed to offer real value to all attendees.

Personal Branding with Mar Domínguez (La Malcriada Agency)

We opened the day with a talk that set the bar very high. Mar Domínguez, CEO of La Malcriada Agency, shared with us her vision on how to build a personal brand with purpose and results. She spoke bluntly about the importance of image, content strategy and automation well understood.

He reminded us that today it is not enough to have good intentions: if we do not capture attention, we do not generate impact. That content must balance virality with authority, and that the moment to activate the sale doesn't have to be aggressive if it's done wisely. And yes, LinkedIn is not for making friends, but for opening opportunities. A powerful, direct and very useful session for all of us who are building a brand around what we do.

Legal keys for female founders, with Silvia Martínez (Lexcrea)

Silvia, managing partner of Lexcrea, main partner of this edition of Women Taking Place, shared essential legal tools for women running startups. From partner covenants to financing, she broke it all down with clarity. We also talked about KPIs, convertible notes and how to understand the relationship with an investment fund as a mutual alliance.

Conversation with Clara Cohen

Our COO, Naiara Chaler, interviewed Clara Cohen, cultural intelligence expert and startup mentor. It was an honest talk about leadership, professional identity and the imposter syndrome:

"If you did A and B, you can do C."

We talk about pivoting, resilience, and the value of understanding culture as a key skill in international contexts.

Workshops and spaces to advance projects

During the day, we facilitated workshops to resolve doubts for early stage projects. From legal issues to strategic support, we have the support of the Aticco team, Lexcrea and leading entrepreneurs.

We also had a dynamic facilitated by Sonia from Frizzant, who combined yoga, meditation and relaxation to help us connect mind and body. It was a moment to pause, breathe and reconnect before continuing with the rest of the day. This brought a 360 approach to Women Taking Place, adding wellness and balance to the learning and inspiration.

Round table: "Entrepreneurship and making a mark without getting lost along the way".

Moderated by Silvia Martínez, this conversation brought together:

• Ana Lozanowinner of the previous edition.
• Paloma Cañeteinvestor.
• Maria Lorenzoan investor in AWASI.

It was a space for reflection and real experience on sustainable growth as an entrepreneur.

Pitch Competition: talent in action

We welcomed seven startup finalists who presented their projects to a specialized jury. The criteria: innovation, impact, viability and scalability.

The winner was Tricopharmingled by Chiara Sanseverino. Her technology improves the cultivation of medicinal plants to create natural therapeutic solutions for pets. Their pitch stood out for clarity, focus and growth potential.

Tricopharming received a prize valued at 17.000 €.17,000, which includes:

• One year of coworking at Aticco for two people.
• Mentoring and accompaniment program.
• Preferential access to the program Startup Booster.
• Visibility in the media and access to specialized training.

The other finalist startups were: Jointy, LexDoka, Ectos, AIManager360, SimSkills y Healing Travels. All of them with powerful proposals and committed leadership.

Afterwork to close with the community

As a closing, we toasted together in an afterwork where we continued sharing ideas, contacts and future collaborations. Because at Aticco we believe that the ecosystem is built from real connections.

Women Taking Place is much more than an event

It is a platform to make visible, connect and promote female entrepreneurship. From Aticco, we will continue to generate spaces where ideas led by women have the place they deserve.

If you are interested in becoming part of the community, find out more at aticco.com

The office sector in Spain is at an interesting juncture, posing a challenge to national expansion strategies for companies with demand for space. The year 2024 has been particularly good in terms of transactions, marking a change of trend in the market. 

This intense activity has been accompanied by a downward trend in the stock of available office space in recent years. In cities such as Madrid (downtown) the office stock is in the 4% range, and in other growing cities such as Valencia and Malaga the figure is even lower, close to 2% in central locations. This is a clear indication of a growing demand that far exceeds the existing supply.

If I stop to analyze the causes of this, one of them is undoubtedly the transformation of the needs of employees in general and especially those of large companies. Today, workers are looking for greater flexibility and comfort, but also companies are looking to attract and retain talent. This is causing an exodus to the urban center, which in turn creates a strain on existing availability, as opposed to the increased availability of metropolitan areas. Working in the center remains a trend.

Companies are not only looking for central locations, but also for space in buildings with sustainability seals and ESG criteria. This trend has led to a massive renovation of buildings to meet these standards. As a result, the availability of buildings with these certifications is still low.

On the other hand, compared to other European cities, Spain remains relatively affordable in terms of office rental costs. Cities such as London or Paris have significantly higher rental prices (up to double). This differential means that large companies are willing to pay a little more in Spain, as it is still an economical option in comparison. This cost-benefit attractiveness is a key factor that is driving demand in cities such as Madrid and Barcelona, causing prices to continue to rise.

This temporary bottleneck in terms of stock contrasts with the new land developments that will alleviate the situation in the coming years. Against this backdrop, in my view the office market in Spain continues to offer interesting investment opportunities today. We continue to work in a tight but dynamic environment and we see that alternatives continue to come onto the market, each time with better quality standards and competitive prices. 

Investing in the creation of new office space not only responds to the growing demand, but also presents an attractive opportunity, in terms of profitability, response to this demand, growth...

Although we are navigating times of change and high demand, the office sector in Spain continues to be a good scenario for strategic investment.

From March 3-6, we were present at 4YFN (4 Years From Now), the reference event for startups within the MWC, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors and professionals from the global ecosystem. During these four days, Aticco had a booth full of activity, key meetings and events that further strengthened our entrepreneurial community.

A space for networking and innovation

Our booth was a meeting point where we connected with startups, investors and strategic partners. We had the opportunity to share our vision on entrepreneurship, talk to professionals from different sectors and meet again with startups that have gone through our acceleration program at AticcoLab, such as Airlingo y Zenit.

In addition, each day we offered a different networking space at the booth, with the presence of collaborators and dynamics to encourage the connection between attendees. Among the highlights were the interactive raffle and, of course, the delicious Munswhich became the star snack for our visitors.

Key trends in startups and technology at 4YFN 2025

4YFN25 put the spotlight on artificial intelligence as a driver of transformation in multiple industries. From digital health to fintech to sustainability, AI is establishing itself as a key enabler of growth and innovation for startups.

In digital health, startups like The Blue Box and Horus ML are revolutionizing disease detection with AI, while in green tech, companies like EnergyX and Mitiga Solutions are applying artificial intelligence to optimize energy efficiency and predict weather disasters. In the fintech sector, 4YFN25 Award-winning startup Bankuish is democratizing access to credit for freelance workers through AI-powered financial assessments.

Large corporations have also reinforced their commitment to open innovation, integrating startups into their digitalization and process optimization strategies. The event highlighted the key role of universities and research centers in technology transfer, with spin-offs that are bringing scientific advances to the business world.

In addition, AI is transforming emerging sectors such as mobility and space exploration. Startups such as FOSSA Systems and IS-Wireless are using artificial intelligence to optimize telecommunications networks and nanosatellites, pushing the boundaries of connectivity and automation.

The 4YFN Awards highlighted the most disruptive startups, putting at the center those that combine advanced technology with social and environmental impact. This reinforces the trend that innovation must not only be profitable, but also sustainable and accessible.

Key conversations on entrepreneurship and scalability

4YFN is also a learning space. In this edition, we reflected on the challenges that startups face in their growth. Naiara Chaler, COO of Aticco, moderated a talk together with experts from the ecosystem in which the opportunities and risks of Venture Capital were discussed.

The importance of sustainable growth was highlighted, relying on hybrid models to maintain the entrepreneurial culture and managing capital strategically. Expanding into new markets requires more than investment; the involvement of founders and building strong local teams is key. In addition, the relationship between founders and investors must be based on trust and mutual respect to ensure success.

Aticcos afterwork: a 4YFN classic

As it is already a tradition, we organize our 4YFN Afterwork at Aticco Bogatellan event where we gathered startups, professionals and entrepreneurs from all over the world in a relaxed atmosphere full of opportunities to connect. With live music, good food and a vibrant atmosphere, it was a perfect night to close an intense day of the fair.

Thanks to our partners LETSLAW y Orienceand to the collaboration of The Muns, Mahou San Miguel, MIWI REAL DRINKS, Sa Tuna Gin y Frizzantwe made this edition of the afterwork a complete success.

Conclusion: 4YFN remains the epicenter of the startup ecosystem.

One more year, the 4YFN leaves us with great learnings, new contacts and the certainty that innovation and entrepreneurship continue to evolve strongly. We leave with a full agenda and many ideas to continue promoting startups from Aticco.

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At Aticco we are always looking to drive innovation and entrepreneurship, and today we are taking another step forward in this mission. We have partnered with the Global LegalTech Hub (GLTH) to launch the largest legal technology ecosystem globally. Through the GLTHpoints project, our offices in Madrid and Barcelona will become the first interconnected spaces that will bring digital transformation to the legal sector.

A boost to global innovation

Thanks to this alliance, our spaces in Madrid and Barcelona become the home of GLTH, providing startups, professionals, corporations and universities with an ideal environment for collaboration and the development of innovative solutions in the legal field. But this is just the beginning. With this initiative, we seek to accelerate the digitalization of the sector, connect global talent and facilitate internationalization, uniting Europe, Asia and America through technology and law.

Our headquarters in Madrid will be located at Aticco Castellanain the heart of the financial district, scheduled to open in June 2025. In Barcelona, the hub will be based at the Barcelona Finance Hub by Aticcoin the emblematic building of the Barcelona Stock Exchange.

An epicenter of collaboration and innovation

GLTHpoints is born with a clear purpose: to become the meeting point where law and technology merge to revolutionize the sector. To this end, we will offer:

• Access to investment and potential customers
• Digital training and acceleration programs
• Events, conferences and workshops with international experts
• Networking with key players in the legal and technology ecosystem

The goal is to create a collaborative ecosystem that fosters innovation, connecting talent, technology and knowledge in a unique environment.

Madrid and Barcelona: two key cities for legal transformation

With the opening of these hubs, we reaffirm our commitment to two of the most dynamic cities in Spain to be a bridge between Europe, Asia and America, promoting internationalization and digital transformation.

Madrid, as the business and legal center of southern Europe, will become a natural bridge to emerging markets, mainly Latin America. Barcelona, with its entrepreneurial ecosystem and innovative character, will attract global talent and foster synergies with other sectors.

"With the GLTHpoints in Madrid and Barcelona, we are creating the ideal environment to transform ideas into tangible solutions that address the challenges of the legal future," says Ferran Sala, president of GLTH.

At Aticco, we remain committed to innovation.

For us, this alliance is a natural step in our mission to empower emerging ecosystems. As our CEO, Gabriel Espín, explains: "We constantly seek to be an engine of innovation and entrepreneurship, and this collaboration reinforces our mission to create workspaces that facilitate connections and the growth of key communities such as LegalTech".

With this project, Aticco and the Global LegalTech Hub consolidate Spain as the global epicenter of the legaltech revolution. We will continue working to connect talent, technology and knowledge, driving innovation in all sectors.

If you want to be part of this revolution, join us at Aticco and be part of the change!

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In this edition of Aticco's Success Stories, we want to tell you the story of Bankflip, a startup that has revolutionized the automation of access to documents and data from public administrations. We had the opportunity to talk with Gabriel Esteban, CTO & Co-Founder of Bankflip, who shared with us his experience at Aticco and how this space has been key in its growth.

What is Bankflip?

Bankflip is an innovative solution that allows automated access, with the user's express permission, to documents and data available in the electronic offices of public administrations. Thanks to its technology, its clients can optimize processes and reduce operating costs efficiently.

Growing with Aticco: From a fix desk to a private office

When Bankflip arrived at Aticco, the team consisted of just three people. "We occupied a fix table and, as the team grew, we grew in size at that table," recalls Gabriel Esteban.

As the startup expanded, its workspace had to evolve with it. "When we outgrew the size of the table, we moved into Aticco Bailén and they offered us the possibility of being in a private office," explains Gabriel. Currently, the Bankflip team already has almost twenty people, and its evolution within Aticco has been key to its development.

The Aticco Experience: A flexible space and a vibrant community

For Gabriel and his team, choosing Aticco was a natural decision. "We had already gotten to know coworking spaces before at events and visiting other clients with our previous company. When we had the need, we decided to take the plunge," he says.

In addition to the physical space, Bankflip found in Aticco an environment that fosters connection, flexibility and team well-being. "Being at Aticco allows us to have a comfortable work space, with diverse activities, from breakfasts to afterworks that liven up any work day," says Gabriel.

Delegating operational management to focus on the essentials

Growing a startup is not without its challenges. From managing the team to finding funding, there are multiple factors that can divert attention from what's really important. In this regard, Aticco has been key for Bankflip. "Thanks to Aticco we can forget about some of those challenges, such as office management, things not working when the internet fails or any other logistical issues. Delegating all this to Aticco is ideal for us and allows us to focus on what really matters," Gabriel emphasizes.

Bankflip and its future: Becoming a benchmark solution

With a solid foundation and an expanding team, Bankflip is looking to the future with ambition. "We want to become a reference solution that allows any customer in any region to get data in an automated and simple way, reducing their operational costs and improving efficiency with their users," says Gabriel.

Bankflip is a clear example of how a flexible work environment adapted to the needs of each growth phase can make a difference in the development of a startup. And at Aticco, we continue to promote stories like hers.

Do you want to be the next startup to grow with Aticco? Discover our spaces and join our entrepreneurial community.

Don't miss the full interview with Gabriel Esteban:

Aticco s ecosystem goes a step further in its commitment to innovation and entrepreneurship with the launch of Funding Placea new space where investors and entrepreneurs meet to promote startups with high growth potential.

With a solid track record accelerating startups, Aticco now invites its community to invest with it. If you have always wanted to invest in startups but did not know where to start, Funding Place is the perfect opportunity to do it in the hands of experts and with total transparency.

What is Funding Place?

Funding Place is a crowdfunding portal to invest in startups investing in startupscreated so that anyone can be part of the Aticco ecosystem as an investor. We connect capital with talent, allowing entrepreneurs with innovative projects to receive the financial boost they need to scale their businesses.

When you invest in a startup through Funding Place, you become a partner of the company and can benefit from its growth. In addition, you can access tax advantages that optimize the profitability of your investment.

Why invest with Funding Place?

Funding Place is not just an investment portal. It is a real connection space within the Aticco ecosystem within the Aticco ecosystem, with carefully selected opportunities and the backing of investors with extensive experience in the startup sector.

Some reasons to join us:

Validated opportunities

The Aticco's investment committee has backed more than 100 startups and facilitated the financing of more than 50M€50M, ensuring that each startup in Funding Place has been rigorously selected. Investors from Aticco s ecosystem have participated in success stories such as. Glovo, Deporvillage, Factorial, Kantox, eDreams, Civitatis and Vicio..

2. An ecosystem with real support

Funding Place is not just a digital platform. It is part of the Aticco ecosystemecosystem, with more than 6,000 professionals and 350 companies distributed in 14 buildings in Barcelona, Madrid and Valenciagenerating networking and growth opportunities.

3. Exclusive events and networking

Investors will have access to exclusive events, pitch competitionspitch competitions and investment forums where they will be able to meet entrepreneurs in person before investing.

4. Transparency and follow-up

Funding Place provides quarterly reports and manages the entire investment process with support from Startupxplore PFP, S.L.ensuring that each investor has full visibility over their participation.

5. Tax benefits

Investors will be able to access, where applicable, the following tax benefits tax advantages such as a 50% personal income tax deduction for investment in emerging companies, thus optimizing their profitability.

6. Flexible and accessible investment

From 2.000€anyone can start investing and diversify their portfolio in startups from different sectors.

The team behind Funding Place

Funding Place was created with the support of Aticco and the experience of Quino Fernández y Adrián Escabiastwo leaders in the startup and investment world. Quino Fernández, with more than 20 years of experience in technology and entrepreneurship, has led Aticco Lab and accompanied dozens of startups in their growth, providing his knowledge and expertise in each phase of business development. Adrian Escabias, a five-time entrepreneur and investor in more than 30 projects, has been key in the connection between entrepreneurs and capital, facilitating high-impact opportunities in the ecosystem.

Thanks to this team, Funding Place not only offers investment, but also access to a community committed to innovation and entrepreneurship..

How to start investing?

Investing in startups through Funding Place is easy and secure. Very soon we will announce our first investment opportunity, and to access it, you only need to register in our portal and explore the available opportunity. You will find detailed information about their business model, founding team and growth projection.

If you decide to participate, you can reserve your investment and sign digitally in a secure way. We take care of the legal and financial management to make the process transparent and smooth.

In addition, as an investor, you will be able to access exclusive events and receive periodic reports on the evolution of the startup in which you participated. You are already a partner of the company!

Be part of the Funding Place investor community!

If you are passionate about innovation and want to be part of the next generation of successful startups in Spain, Funding Place is your place. 

Join the waiting list and discover before anyone else the first Funding Place startup.

Funding Place by Aticco offers the possibility of investment through the platform Startupxplore PSFP, S.L., registered under number 18 in the registry of providers of participatory financing services of the CNMV.

In the startup world, connections and access to key resources make the difference between getting off the ground or falling by the wayside. At Aticco we know this well, and that is why we have sealed a strategic alliance with SeedRocket, the first ICT startup accelerator in Spain, to continue driving innovation and the growth of the entrepreneurial ecosystem in the country.

About SeedRocket

Founded in 2008 by Vicente Arias and Jesús MonleónSeedRocket is the pioneer accelerator in ICT projects in Spain. Its model equity free model offers startups training, mentoring, workspace and access to a network of business angels, facilitating the transfer of knowledge and promoting the growth of emerging companies. To date, they have analyzed more than 5,500 projects and accelerated more than 140 startupswhich have raised more than 128 million euros in investment. If you want to know more about their program and opportunities, visit their website.

An agreement that generates opportunities

Thanks to this collaboration, startups that are part of SeedRocket will have access to our coworking spaces in Barcelona. coworking spaces in Barcelonaenjoying an inspiring work environment and surrounded by a vibrant community. But this goes even further: this alliance will allow us to share knowledge, resources and experiences to further enhance the development of innovative projects.

"We are delighted to join forces with SeedRocket. This agreement not only strengthens the local ecosystem, but also opens doors to a future full of synergies and promising projects." highlights Quino FernandezCEO of Aticco Lab, our platform for promoting entrepreneurship.

For his part, Jesús Monleón, co-founder of SeedRocket, adds: "For SeedRocket, this alliance with Aticco is one more step to continue contributing to the Barcelona startup ecosystem. We believe that our visions in terms of fostering entrepreneurship and innovation are very aligned, so we are sure that this agreement will bring a lot of value by attracting talent and strengthening synergies".

Fostering entrepreneurial talent

At Aticco we share with SeedRocket the same philosophy: to support entrepreneurs throughout the growth process.combining mentoring, access to investors and flexible workspaces. This agreement will allow SeedRocket-accelerated startups to benefit from our infrastructure and community, expanding their opportunities for growth and connection to the ecosystem.

This alliance also reinforces our commitment to consolidate our position as the innovation and entrepreneurship hub of reference in Spain, a space where startups, investors and mentors can connect, collaborate and scale together.

With this new agreement, Aticco and SeedRocket reinforce our commitment to the entrepreneurial ecosystem, betting on the creation of opportunities, innovation and growth of talent in Spain. The future of entrepreneurship is built here and now!

Maybe you're an entrepreneur and you haven't realized that your start-up has started to scale-up. Or maybe you are sensing it but you are not sure if it is really happening. Maybe you are a CEO and you have seen the need for your start-up to make a quantum leap and start to organize itself as a scale-up. Or maybe you're an early employee of a start-up and you're pissed off because your company is changing too fast. Or maybe you are a business angel and you think that one of your main start-ups is already starting to be a scale-up, but you want it to accelerate its growth even more and thus multiply the value of your investment. This post is for you. 

When a start-up begins to transition into a scale-up, it is one of the most important and vital moments it will encounter on its way to becoming a successful, profitable and sustainable future large company. A scale-up is a company that has moved beyond the initial start-up stage and is experiencing rapid and sustained growth, both in terms of revenue and in terms of customers or employees. This term is used to describe companies that have demonstrated viability in their business model and are in the process of scaling their operations to expand their market impact. Realizing that your start-up, whether you are an entrepreneur, employee or investor, is beginning this transition will be key to the success of the company as well as your own personal success. 

What are the key elements that will make you see that you are at the start-up / scale-up transition point? 1) Your company has a proven, viable business model with a clear path to profitability. 2) You have achieved steady, accelerated growth typically between 200%-300% per year in revenue over a 3-year rolling period, usually accompanied by sustained employee growth, geographic expansion and ongoing new product launches.usually accompanied by sustained employee growth, geographic expansion and continuous new product launches. 3) The startup has closed or is in the process of closing Series B or C rounds of investment. 4) You have a consolidated core team that only needs to add new recruits to an already stable structure.

Well, you already know that your company is a scale-up and you are working non-stop to reach your goals. What challenges will you face? 1) Maintain the quality of the initial product that led you to your first success, while scaling the company non-stop. We all imagine examples, is making 100,000 smash burgers a year the same challenge as making 10M burgers? Clearly not, there is a challenge of maintaining quality. 2) Start competing with companies bigger than you and challenge them for leadership. Scale-ups always have competitors whether they are new or traditional, with them you will compete for customers, talent and investment. 3) Create, manage and administer the growth of the team and its impact on the company's values. The successful team of a start-up is not the same as that of a scale-up. When companies grow, they need more specialists in each of the areas. And they need to organize themselves in methodologies that can sustain continuous growth for months. Planning and execution will be key, and the challenges are enormous. 

Finally, what are some of the scale-up best practices that come to mind (and that Aticco has some of the best in Europe)? 1) Standardize processes, i.e. methodology, methodology, methodology. 2) Recruit and retain talent. 3) Maintain quality, continue to focus on the customer. 4) Enhance organizational culture. 5) Scale technology. 6) Financing management. 7) Anticipate major risks, to the extent possible. 

Having said all this, are you a start-up or a scale-up?