Sploro participated in the official launch event of Startup Olé 2026, held at the historic La Bolsa de Madrid, reinforcing its commitment to strengthening Europe’s entrepreneurial ecosystem and supporting startup growth through accessible funding mechanisms.
The event marked the beginning of a new edition of Startup Olé, a leading international platform connecting startups, investors, corporates and public institutions. The community continues to expand globally, with three in-person events already confirmed in Miami, Marbella and Salamanca, consolidating its international footprint.
During the launch event, Miguel García, CEO of Sploro, took part in Roundtable No. 5:
He shared the stage with:
The session explored how strategic connections — between startups, investors, media, corporates and public institutions — are the true drivers of sustainable innovation.
One message stood out clearly: ecosystems thrive when funding and opportunity are accessible.
During the discussion, Miguel delivered a key message to the startup community:
“We want to encourage the entrepreneurial ecosystem and everyone working closely with startups. We want to show them that Europe is not as distant as it may seem, and that European funds are far more accessible and attainable than most of us believe.”
This vision is backed by results.
Sploro has managed multiple Cascade Funding programmes under Horizon Europe, building a strong portfolio of impact:
Cascade Funding has become one of the most agile mechanisms within Horizon Europe to support startups and SMEs. By simplifying administrative processes and accelerating grant allocation, it enables early-stage companies to validate technology, scale innovation, enter new markets and strengthen their competitiveness. At Sploro, we go beyond programme management, acting as a strategic connector within the innovation ecosystem to ensure funding opportunities translate into real, measurable growth for startups.
Startup Olé 2026 marks another step forward in building a more connected and international startup ecosystem.
With confirmed events in Miami, Marbella and Salamanca, the platform continues to foster cross-border collaboration and investment opportunities.
Sploro’s participation reinforces our mission:
Because innovation should not be limited by perceived complexity.
And European funding should feel within reach.
