SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE 15 Oct. (EUROPA PRESS) –
The president of the Canary Islands, Fernando Clavijo, is dedicated to fostering collaborations between the public and private sectors to enhance economic diversification.
He made this assertion at the inauguration of ‘OktoberTech’ this Tuesday in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, a prominent technological event aimed at establishing the Canary Islands as a hub for innovation and technology.
Organised and promoted by the Canary Islands Technological Excellence Cluster and Proexca, this initiative has gathered international experts, leading enterprises, startups, and academics to discuss trends, share knowledge, and form partnerships that will drive the industry’s growth, while simultaneously bolstering the local economy and enhancing the visibility of the islands as a centre for innovation.
The president remarked, “It is true that we have been discussing the vital need for economic diversification for decades, but we must acknowledge that we are already beginning to reap the benefits of our efforts.”
In this context, he cited advancements in the audiovisual sector, aeronautics, astrophysics, the blue economy, and renewable energy, among others.
“These are sectors where we have made significant strides in just a few years, leveraging the immense talent of our universities and research centres which, in conjunction with the entrepreneurial capabilities of our businesses, have created an ecosystem that thrives on mutual support,” he noted.
Clavijo reminded the audience that the government’s designation of the technology sector as strategic has enabled the establishment of the necessary instruments to ensure Canarian talent is harmonised with administrative frameworks.
Committed to sustainable development, he stated that “technology companies are crucial as they do not necessitate land use or raw materials, which are limited in the Canary Islands; they merely require ideas and dedication, and by creating quality jobs, they will aid in our goal of enhancing worker productivity,” concluded the president.
Throughout the event, participants will have the opportunity to attend presentations by prominent figures in the national technological landscape.
SPEAKERS
Notable experts include Jon Hernández, an influencer specialising in AI with 185,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel; Alejandro Martín-Cleto from Founderz; and David Macías of IAOS, who will provide insight into the startups of which they are part in a global context.
Global leaders such as Luca Pianigiani from Jumper and Noemí Brito from KPMG Spain will also join the discussions.
During the engaging ‘Lightning Connections’ session, led by Yunior González from Squaads, attendees will have the chance to connect directly with one another and explore new collaborative opportunities.
Success stories from the Canary Islands will be highlighted, allowing for a quick and intimate introduction to individuals like Álvaro Reguera from KeyTrends and Romina Ojeda from Reboot Academy, who will share their experiences regarding the creation and development of innovative projects.
Additionally, Luis Hernaiz Falcón from Guanxe and Guillermo Cedrés Afonso from Grupo Inetel will explore the challenges and prospects for entrepreneurship in the Canary Islands.
