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Are you an entrepreneur with a business idea? If you've always thought about starting your own business, no matter your sector, Emprèn Serveis and Impulsa Experience are the perfect free programmes for you.
We present two 100% free pre-acceleration programs designed to help you turn your idea into a reality. These are fully subsidized courses, funded by the Government of Catalonia and co-funded by the European Union.
Both programs follow the same structure:
Emprèn Serveis: a program for entrepreneurs in the services sector
This program, organized by EUHT StPOL together with FAGEM, is aimed at entrepreneurs looking to develop their business ideas within the services sector.
It’s 100% free and concludes with a pitch to potential investors.
Core elements of the program:
- Strategy and Business Validation: define your customer, validate your idea, and turn your concept into a profitable model. Learn how to sell from day one and find your Product-Market Fit using real data.
- Finance, Legal, and Operations: structure your business. Master tax and legal issues, access public and private funding, and streamline your processes for sustainable growth.
- Digitalization and Scalability: automate, delegate, and scale. Use technology to achieve more with less: CRMs, AI, data analytics, and streamlined systems.
- Communication and Global Leadership: communicate with impact and lead with vision. Improve your pitch, master storytelling, and get ready to scale your business… in English too.
Application deadline: July 21st.
Program start: September 9th.
Impulsa Experience: launch your business in the hospitality, gastronomy, or accommodation sector
This program is led solely by EUHT StPOL and is aimed at entrepreneurs in the hospitality, gastronomy, and accommodation industries.
Also funded by the Government of Catalonia and co-funded by the European Union, it’s 100% free and perfect for taking your idea to the next level.
As with the other program, it includes:
- Personalized mentoring and expert guidance
- Specialized training in technology and business management
- MVP validation and real-world testing opportunities
- Direct contact with investors and key industry players
Application deadline: July 29th.
Program start: September 15th.
Why should I apply?
Both programs are an excellent chance to take your business idea further, and best of all: they’re completely free!
You’ll have expert guidance to help you build your business model, solve any doubts, and receive specialized training.
What’s more, you’ll have the opportunity to pitch your project to potential investors, as the program concludes with a business presentation. And if your project is among the top ones selected, you’ll gain extra visibility with your own stand at Mobile World Capital 2026.
Will you miss this opportunity? There’s still time to sign up!
Remember: spots are limited and selection is competitive. We’re waiting for you!