Celebrating Women and Girls in Science: Sploro’s Ongoing Commitment to Gender Equality in European Innovation
11 February 2026
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For the second consecutive year, Sploro will be part of the Valencia Digital Summit (VDS) — one of Europe’s most dynamic gatherings of innovators, entrepreneurs, and investors. Taking place on 22–23 October 2025 at the City of Arts and Sciences, this year’s edition focuses on global growth, sustainability, and diversity within the tech and innovation ecosystem.
Sploro’s presence at VDS 2025 will shine a spotlight on women-led innovation in deep tech, bringing to the stage some of the most promising entrepreneurs supported through two of Sploro’s flagship European programmes: EmpoWomen and Women TechEU.
Under the banner “Going Global from Day One: Women Leading Deep Tech Towards Scaling Up”, Sploro will co-host a dedicated session in collaboration with EmpoWomen, Women TechEU, and Club Globals.
This 20-minute panel, moderated by Virginia Gómez, Sploro’s Head of EU Department, will explore how early-stage, science-driven startups can build global ambitions from the start. The discussion will feature four outstanding voices from the deep tech ecosystem:
Together, they will address the key levers of internationalisation — from IP and regulatory strategy to capital, partnerships, and talent — offering founder-first insights and actionable advice to inspire the next generation of women innovators.
Immediately following the panel, Sploro will also co-organise the Women-led Deep Tech Lightning Pitches, presented by Marta Fernández and Mario Paladini.
This fast-paced pitching session will showcase female founders pioneering cutting-edge technologies across Europe, with each startup delivering a concise three-minute pitch followed by expert feedback from Virginia Gómez and Agathe Acchiardo.
The activity aims to celebrate the creativity, resilience, and ambition of women entrepreneurs breaking new ground in AI, health tech, robotics, and sustainable innovation — a true reflection of the European deep tech landscape.
Representing Sploro at VDS 2025 will be:
Their joint mission: to strengthen the visibility of women-led startups, promote cross-border collaboration, and continue building a thriving European innovation ecosystem through EU-funded initiatives.
Following its success at South Summit Madrid, where Sploro recorded a special edition of Efecto Cascada Podcast exploring the intersection of innovation, technology, and art, the podcast returns to the spotlight at Valencia Digital Summit.
Throughout the event, Paula Ostiz will conduct on-site interviews with founders and ecosystem leaders from EmpoWomen and Women TechEU, capturing authentic stories about scaling deep tech ventures, securing EU funding, and navigating international growth.
These conversations will form part of an upcoming Efecto Cascada VDS special episode, featuring inspiring voices and lessons from the heart of Europe’s innovation scene.
With its continued presence at major European events like SLUSH and How To Web Sploro reinforces its commitment to empowering women entrepreneurs, bridging innovation ecosystems, and driving the next wave of European deep tech.
