Summary
- Torrevieja hosts a seminar on June 26th focused on using failure as a stepping stone to success.
- Event organized by Miguel Hernández University (UMH) Scientific Park and torrevieja City Council.
- Speakers Daniel Andreu and Ismael Galiana share lessons from their entrepreneurial challenges.
- Includes a panel discussion, networking opportunities, and presentation of the Torrevieja Emprende Awards.
- Free attendance with prior registration encouraged.
turning Failure into Possibility: Torrevieja Seminar Empowers Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurship is often glamorized as a story of immediate success, but real journeys include obstacles and setbacks. recognizing this, the vibrant coastal city of Torrevieja is set to host an inspiring seminar titled “start-up Talks Torrevieja | Failure as a Catalyst for Personal Success” on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at 18:30. The event will take place at the torrevieja Nautical Club, inviting aspiring entrepreneurs, business professionals, and community members to explore how failure can fuel growth and personal triumph.
What to Expect at the Seminar
Organized by the Scientific Park of Miguel Hernández University (UMH) of Elche in collaboration with the Torrevieja City Council, the seminar showcases two notable entrepreneurs who have transformed challenges into valuable learning experiences:
- Daniel Andreu: Former founder of Agrosingularity, a project that did not survive but provided key insights for his career. He is now the General Director at gesinflot, specializing in road transport fleet management.
- Ismael Galiana: Founder of Yavino, another business that concluded early but enabled Galiana to steer his career toward renewable energy. He currently leads the Solar Team at Konery, a consultancy focusing on energy efficiency.
Both speakers will share candid accounts of their entrepreneurial journeys-from the excitement of starting up to navigating setbacks and eventually finding new leadership roles in the business world.
Engaging Discussions and Networking Opportunities
The seminar structure invites participants to engage actively: following the presentations, there will be a round table discussion encouraging dialog about the lessons learned from failure and ways to sustain motivation. This will be followed by a networking session where attendees can exchange ideas,form partnerships,and strengthen the local startup ecosystem.
Celebrating Innovation: Torrevieja Emprende Awards
Excitingly, the seminar will also feature the presentation of the third edition of the Torrevieja Emprende Awards. These accolades recognize the most impactful entrepreneurial initiatives from within the municipality, spotlighting creativity and determination in the local business scene. The awards will be presented by Ricardo Recuero, Torrevieja’s Councillor for Education, Innovation, Modernisation, and Clarity.
About Torrevieja Emprende and UMH Scientific Park
The Torrevieja Emprende program is part of the larger Emprende UMH initiative, which supports municipalities and public institutions throughout the province of Alicante in fostering entrepreneurship and business growth. Managed by UMH scientific Park, this program offers mentoring, training, and resources to help startups flourish.
Event Details & registration
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Date | Thursday, 26 June 2025 |
| Time | 18:30 |
| Location | Torrevieja Nautical Club |
| Admission | Free (Registration required) |
| Registration URL | Register here |
Whether you are an entrepreneur, student, or simply interested in the dynamics of business success and failure, this seminar offers valuable insights to see failure not as the end but as a new begining.
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