Startup Olé Marbella will gather more than 1,500 professionals on June 17 and 18.

José Carlos García

Marbella

Marbella will host the third edition of Startup Olé Marbella on June 17 and 18, one of the main international entrepreneurship and investment events in Southern Europe. It will gather more than 1,500 attendees, 350 speakers, 50 investment funds and corporations, and over 300 startups and companies at the Congress and Exhibition Palace. Alejandro Freijo, the General Director of Economic Development and SMEs, highlighted that the initiative, supported by the City Council, the Andalusian Regional Government, and the Malaga Provincial Council, will "consolidate the city as a reference for international innovative ecosystem agents over two days, strengthening its position as a leading destination not only in the tourism sector but also in technology and business."

"This event proves that Marbella is not just participating in the conversation about entrepreneurship and innovation but is leading it," he stated, emphasizing that "when we talk about this sector, we are not only talking about technology, we are talking about opportunities for the youth, for companies, to attract investment and talent, and to generate wealth and employment in our city." He also highlighted the municipal commitment to such initiatives, noting that "from the City Council, we firmly support projects that connect entrepreneurs, innovation, investment, and talent." In this regard, he pointed out that beyond the participation figures, "the truly important aspect is the opportunities that are created, because behind every meeting there could be an investment, behind every contact a partnership, and behind every idea a company capable of creating jobs and wealth."

This year's edition will feature participation from prominent international figures in the entrepreneurial and technological ecosystem such as Andreas Mihalovits, considered one of Europe's most influential business angels; Jere Erkko, creator of Angry Birds; Armando González, CEO of RavenPack; Florian Jansen, CEO of FJX; Lara Moloney, founder of Circle Málaga; or Carlos Cantú, co-founder of Seneca, among others. Also, top-tier institutions and entities such as Andalucía Emprende, ENISA, CDTI Innvierte, SpainCap, and numerous national and international investment funds will be present, including Kfund, Faraday, Bewater Funds, Armilar, Bcombinator, Sego Finance, or Global Super Angels Club.

"This is the definitive consolidation of Marbella on the international map of entrepreneurship, startups, and technological investment"

Emilio Corchado

CEO of Startup Olé

Emilio Corchado, CEO of Startup Olé, stated that this edition represents "the definitive consolidation of Marbella on the international map of entrepreneurship, startups, and technological investment." The event organizer explained that the event would grow by about 30 percent compared to the previous edition and highlighted that "the fair has filled all available spaces for startups and exhibitors, reflecting the interest and confidence that Marbella generates as an innovative ecosystem." He also emphasized the city's ability to attract talent, stating that "we are working to make Startup Olé Marbella the great technological and investment event of the European summer." He valued that "Marbella offers unique conditions to combine professional excellence, business opportunities, quality of life, and international connectivity."

Conferences on Applied AI

The program will address some of the trends transforming the global economy, with special focus on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, sustainability, smart cities, tourism, real estate, health, wellness, and longevity. In addition to conferences and panel discussions, it will include startup competitions, business meetings, private meetings with investors, and networking activities designed to foster business opportunity generation. As a novelty, the event will also host several international conferences specialized in applied artificial intelligence, which will bring together more than a hundred researchers and experts from various countries to analyze the latest innovations in intelligent systems and their application in strategic sectors. Attendance at Startup Olé Marbella 2026 is free with prior registration through the official website of the event.

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