Open Call
Boosting with you
Business in Madrid
In the Community of Madrid, it is estimated that there are around 1500 SMEs that are more than 50 years old.
And we are also aware that traditional businesses are suffering more and more to remain in our neighborhoods and towns.
For this reason, we would like to count on you to help us to promote its continuity as a hallmark of Madrid. Are you in?
challenges
PATIO Campus and the Ministry of Economy, Finance and Employment of the Community of Madrid join forces to promote the generation of ideas and services that help guarantee the succession of traditional and family businesses, encouraging the generation of employment and wealth in the community itself.
01
Talent Management and Generational Change
Talent management and generational change has become a critical challenge for Madrid's SMEs, which must ensure that they attract and retain young talent while taking advantage of the experience of veterans.
02
Digitalization and Innovation
Digitalization and innovation are imperatives in today's business world, and SMEs in Madrid must adapt quickly to new technologies and trends to remain competitive.
03
Implementation of automatic processes
The implementation of automatic processes has become essential to increase the operational efficiency of Madrid's SMEs and reduce costs, allowing them to focus on their growth and development
04
Financing vehicles
The search for suitable financing vehicles has become a constant challenge for SMEs in Madrid, as they seek funding sources that allow them to expand and prosper in a dynamic market.
05
Re-identity and brand
Re-identity and branding are essential for Madrid's SMEs to stand out in a saturated market, since they must communicate their purpose and values effectively to attract customers and strategic partners.
WE EXPLAIN TO YOU HOW
How to participate
1. Registration
Complete the registration form with detailed information about your startup and the proposed solution.
2. Evaluation
A panel of experts will evaluate the proposals based on criteria such as innovation, viability and potential impact.
3. Selection
The selected proposals will have the opportunity to present their solutions at an exclusive event to the Patio Campus team and collaborators.
Participation requirements
All requests must be submitted through the official platform and English and Spanish are the official languages throughout the acceleration process and to be eligible.
The acceleration program developed by Patio Campus and in collaboration with the Community of Madrid will accept requests for proposals that meet the following requirements:
Be legally constituted or plan to be legally constituted in the next 6 months.
They have at least one founder dedicated full time to the project.
They have a product or service in the market.
Be looking to establish collaborations with SMEs in less than 6 months.
Be aware of all your legal obligations.
What benefits will you have if your proposal is selected
Personalized program
With this acceleration program, you will be accompanied by Patio Campus's innovation teams to identify the needs of your project and business model, creating realizing a 100% personalized acceleration for your project.
Visibility
Visibility in the press and networks and access to the best international events thanks to Patio Campus.
Collaboration
When you enter the ecosystem, you will have access to the large corporations that founded Patio Campus (BMW, Grupo Pascual, Iberia, Inditex, Mahou, Merlin Properties and L'Oréal) and the Community of Madrid
Exclusive events
You will be able to experience the first meeting of startups and entrepreneurs with SME associations with the objective of carrying out pilots with one of the SMEs
Investing
You can access Patio Campus's network of Business Angels, Venture Capital, Family Offices and others.
Perks
Free or highly discounted services including technological, marketing, legal and talent services, among others, offered by renowned international companies.
Mentors
You will have access to national and international expert professionals who will accompany you during the program.
Network of contacts and ecosystem
You will be part of an innovation ecosystem never seen before, with a view to Latin America and the rest of the world as a reference campus for innovation and sustainability.
Demo Day
Presentation before a jury and investors. (Approximate date: June 2024).
High-Level Mentors
You will be accompanied by Patio's innovation team to identify the needs of your project and business model, jointly developing a 100% personalized support program for your project.
Demo Day
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Network of contacts and ecosystem
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Phases of the program
Open call: February 1 - April 1
Evaluation of proposals: 1-15 April
Meeting with SMEs: 16 - 19 April (Up to 25 proposals will be selected)
Jury Day (selection of proposals): April 26 (Up to 12 proposals will be selected)
Mentoring: April 29 - June 30
Demo Day (public presentation to media/investors/SMEs/etc): June