G-ACCELERATOR
IMPACT CALL 2024
Supporting next generation
entrepreneurs with Innovative and
Triple impact ideas
THE G-ACCELERATOR PROGRAM: WHAT IS IT?
The G-Accelerator is an innovative program designed to provide support and assistance to GBSB Global students and alumni who wish to launch an entrepreneurial venture or startup with Impact. It supports participants throughout their journey, from idea generation, market test and business model validation, strategies and resources and financial planning.
WHO ORGANIZES IT?
The G-Accelerator program is designed and managed by GBSB Global in partnership with UVic – UCC Universitat Central of Catalunya and the Institute of Social Innovation and Impact (ISSI) the University of Northampton in the United Kingdom.
The G-Accelerator Impact Call is funded by the Departament d’Empresa i Treball of the Generalitat de Catalunya and co-funded by the European Social Fund Plus.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO APPLY AND PARTICIPATE?
The G-Accelerator program welcomes all current GBSB Global students and alumni but it's not reserved for them alone: it's open to the entire entrepreneurial ecosystem and virtually anyone can apply. However, since the goal is to develop and launch an entrepreneurial venture or startup in Catalonia, entrepreneurs living outside of Spain must be willing to both establish a business in this Spanish autonomous community and travel to Barcelona to participate in presentations during the program.
WHAT ARE THE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AND WHAT PROJECTS CAN BE SUPPORTED?
The G-Accelerator Program is a 6-month pre-accelerator program that aims to support seed and pre-seed startups or projects that want to create a socially, economically and environmentally sustainable business in Catalonia. It's also specifically designed for next-generation entrepreneurs with innovative and disruptive ideas, who want to launch a "Triple Impact Business" in Catalonia.
The program aligns with the SDGs of the Agenda 2030 and focus specifically on the following verticals:
- Sustainable business
- Circular and proximity economy
- Sustainable cities and communities
- Health and well-being
- Responsible production and consumption
- Quality education
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
Networking
Access to the local (Barcelona - Spain) and International (Europe – World) entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Financial support
Up to €3,000 budget for additional mentoring hours after completion of the G-Accelerator program
TRAINING
The 6-month, 230-hour program is divided into 3 blocks covering Ideation, Go to Market Planning, Business Readiness and Funding.
TRIPLE IMPACT AWARENESS
What is it all about?
- The social, economic and environmental impact dimensions of your business
- Integrating sustainability, social and environmental responsibility into your business model
What is it for?
- Improve the social dimension of your business
- Use impact metrics to assess your company's social and sustainability performance
IDEATION BLOCK
What is it all about?
- Methodology and tools for defining your value proposition and business model
What is it for?
- Review your opportunity and customer discovery process
- Identify your key customers and addressable market
- Gain an overview of the key aspects of your business model
MARKET TESTING
What is it all about?
- Define your go-to-market strategy
- Integrate customer feedback
What is it for?
- Test your business proposition with the real market
- Be efficient in your product development strategy
MANAGEMENT SKILLS
What is it all about?
- Business and management resources to develop your business
What is it for?
- Gain management know-how in a holistic approach
- Plan the resources needed to develop your business
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MEET THE TRAINERS
Richard Hazenberg
TRAINER: Fundamentals of Social Innovation and social entrepreneurship - Social Pitch
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-richard-hazenberg-91504259/
Professor of Social Innovation and leads the Institute for Social Innovation and Impact at the University of Northampton. Richard has research interests in the areas of social innovation, social finance, public service innovation and social impact measurement.
Claire Paterson-Young
TRAINER: Impact Metrics - Social Pitch
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-claire-paterson-young-520a20b8/
Senior Researcher at the Institute for Social Innovation and Impact (ISII). A key feature of her research is the development of social impact measurement approaches that aid organizations to identify the positive and negative, intended and unintended outcomes of interventions and activities.
Xavier Arola
TRAINER: Opportunity Analysis & Lean Canvas Methodology - Economic & Financial Plan - Funding - Investor Pitch
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/xavierarola/
G-Accelerator Program Director, expert in Strategic Business and Financial Consulting, Project Management, Venture Builder, Venture Debt and Equity.
Stephan Seifert
TRAINER: Design Thinking - Agile Methodologies for BI
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanseifert/
Consultant in Innovation and Service/Product Design Development.
Emilio Guerra Sambrano
TRAINER: Business Model Canvas
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilio-guerra-sambrano-48271411/
Consultant on Strategy/Digital Transformation/Entrepreneurship. Professor and Mentor at GBSB and TeamsLabs.
Danil Dintsis
TRAINER: Project Development
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dintsis/
30 years' experience in IT, portfolio, project management and digital transformation.
Josep Oriol López Plana
TRAINER: Social Responsibility and Sustainable Business
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joriollp/
Expert in open innovation, intrapreneurship and sustainability.
Juan I. Zaffora
TRAINER: Circular and Proximity economy principle
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juanizaffora/
Entrepreneur. Right now, Juan is coordinator a project in Ship2B (Tech4Climate). He also teaches in the prestigious Master of entrepreneurship and Social Innovation at UPF (Barcelona).
Sergi Grau
TRAINER: Market Test: Customer Development & Product Development
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sgrau/
Sergi is currently a Full Professor at the Universitat de Vic - Universitat Central de Catalunya (UVic-UCC) and co-founder of Neurekalab. He’s the coordinator of the Digital Care research group at the University of Vic.
Elisenda Tarrats Pons
TRAINER: Market Test: Customer Development & Product Development
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elisenda-tarrats-94542863/
Actually, Elisenda is in charge of the Entrepreneur's department in Universitat de Vic (UVIC) also she is a Full Professor and she is member of Emprèn research group.
Wing Yan Man
TRAINER: Entrepenurial Mindset
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wingyanman/
Coach and Founder of 3310 - School for Millennials, Wing is a young entrepreneur that strive to create a world that represents the values of authenticity, inclusion and quality that can help other people and get consistently triggered by new subjects and skills to learn.
David Potin
TRAINER: Effective Presentations
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-potin-0204375/
Executive Coach, Expert in Careers' Redefinition & Improvement.
Eva Bozilovic Schrack
TRAINER: Market Research
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evabozilovic/
University lecturer and a marketing and business development professional with a lot of international experience. Her career in different industries in several countries and cultures provided her with a broad perception of the academic and the business world alike. Her passion lies in passing knowledge to students and helping SMEs to reach their business objectives.
Mari Carmen Martin
TRAINER: Team Building
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maricarmenmartin1/
Talent Strategist, part time lecturer, consultant and counsellor, I facilitate individual and organizational processes of wellbeing, management transformation, HR innovation, competencies development and emotional skills.
Fernanda Bonini
TRAINER: Digital Marketing Strategies
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fernandabonini/
More than 15 years' experience in Marketing and Digital Marketing Strategies, specialized in Luxury & Gastronomy business fields.
Jordi Villanova Sanfeliu
TRAINER: Operational Plan
35 years' experience as integrated logistic manager for Spain and Portugal, Replenishment purchasing and customer service manager, strategy, project management and HHRR.
Javier Gonzalez Nuñez
TRAINER: From Investor Pitch to SHA
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/javiergonzaleznuñez-professor/
Extense working experience in the finance industry and finance strategic roles at executive level managing strategic projects in the pharmaceutical industry & financial services industry. Javier also teaches finance, business and entrepreneurship related topics at Universities in Europe, Asia & Africa and creates courses and academic programs. As a public speaker he gives conferences about finance, education and entrepreneurship.
Moisés Rojas Donada
TRAINER: Legal and Tax
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moises-rojas-donada-476b1b63/
Financial consultant experienced in accounting, financial and tax advice.
Jan Jonckheere
TRAINER: Selling Abroad
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janjonckheere/
30 years of experience working in international business. Expert in international trade techniques, opening export markets, strategic management, and supply chain management.
Guillem Bargalló Torrent
TRAINER: Social Responsability and Sustanaibility on Business
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/guillembargallotorrent/
Guillem Bargalló Torrent is the founder of El Bien Social, a Spain media business that focuses on promoting social and environmental impact projects. Guillem is also a university professor of sustainable marketing, branding, and social entrepreneurship.
Claudia Olvera
TRAINER: From Investor Pitch to SHA
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claudia-olvera-phd-1527a32/
Claudia Olvera is a manager of entrepreneurial and investment at La Salle Technova Barcelona. Claudia holds a PhD in Business Administration and Management from Universitat Politécnica of Catalunya, a bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance, MBA in Family Business, and a master’s degree in Entrepreneurship and Innovation. She also has experience being an international researcher at Science to Business Marketing Research Centre of the University of Applied Sciences, Münster Germany.
Elie Sarkis
TRAINER: Digital Marketing Strategies
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarkiselie/
Elie Sarkis is a digital marketing trainer and consultant and is currently a Digital Marketing instructor at University of Dubai and GBSB Global Business School. Elie is also a Managing Partner of Intoact International, a Verified ATD Master Trainer, Inbound Marketing, and Google Certified professional with 10 years of experience in Digital Marketing.
Iria F. de Ana Portela
TRAINER: Design Thinking Methodology
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iria-f-de-ana-portela-11816411/
Iria F. de Ana Portela is an economist specialized in luxury and innovation. Ira has experience in several career fields such as fashion business, ideation, innovation, and product creation. Ira also holds a degree in Business and a Masters on Fashion and Design.
Tomy Megna
TRAINER: Social and Environmental Innovation
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomymegna/
Tomy Megna is the General Director of Learning by Helping, a laboratory of social innovation.
Sara Pahlevan
TRAINER: Marketing Plan
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-pahlevan-9277a5a9/
Sara Pahlevan is a Marketing and Project Management Executive with over 20 years of experience within the Corporate and Educational Sectors. Specialist in the areas of Project Management, Automotive Testing, Research & Analysis, and Marketing Management.
MENTORING
Up to 20 hours per startup. Accredited professionals will be available to help participants develop their business idea. They will work in two different ways.
A mentor will support each project throughout the duration of the program.
Expert mentors are temporarily assigned according to the specific needs of each startup (funding, technology, user experience...).
ALL MENTORS ARE APPOINTED THROUGH A CONSENSUS PROCESS BETWEEN THE ENTREPRENEURS AND G-ACCELERATOR
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MEET THE MENTORS
Xavier Arola
MENTOR
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/xavierarola/
G-Accelerator Program Director, expert in Strategic Business and Financial Consulting, Project Management, Venture Builder, Venture Debt and Equity.
Marc Albajar
MENTOR
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-albajar-1a08a3a/
Over 10 years' experience as a Lean and Process Eng. Director, Lean Consulting, Professor of the Executive MBA at EADA.
Pablo Barrera
MENTOR
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pablobarrerar/
Entrepreneurial professional with diverse experience in high-end areas for sectors such as product development, the fashion industry and distilled beverages. Lecturer of higher education in topics related to innovation management, entrepreneurship, management and strategy.
Fernanda Bonini
MENTOR
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fernandabonini/
More than 15 years' experience in Marketing and Digital Marketing Strategies, specialized in Luxury & Gastronomy business fields.
Arturo Carballo
MENTOR
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arturo-carballo/
Digital Strategy | PropTech professional.
Isabel Córdova Samaniego
MENTOR
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isabelcordova/
Isabel Córdova Samaniego is a leader in the development and promotion of start-ups. Ambassador of Spain at UU Start-up Community and president of Spain Alumni Chapter of Beta Gamma Sigma, she is also university professor and start-up mentor. In 2012 she co-founded a start-up accelerator and, for the last nine years, her professional mission has focused on the conception, business modeling, financial strategies and implementation of the early growth phase of start-ups.
Daniel Esguevillas
MENTOR
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/desguevillas/
Strategy and Innovation Consultant and Professor, expert in Cities and Learning Innovation, background in Design (PhD) and Management (MBA).
Almudena Ferrer
MENTOR
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/almudenamferrer/
Expert in development of innovation projects with different companies. User-centered design and innovation methodology trainer. In-house innovation projects for several companies.
Sergi Grau
MENTOR
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sgrau/
Sergi is currently a Full Professor at the Universitat de Vic - Universitat Central de Catalunya (UVic-UCC) and co-founder of Neurekalab. He’s the coordinator of the Digital Care research group at the University of Vic.
Oscar Molina Crivillen
MENTOR
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oscarmolina/
For 20 years have been powering growth for several startups, SMEs and big listed multinationals within media, digital business and quality of life services, from startup stage to scale-up and IPOs. Prof. Oscar Molina has launched half-dozen companies from corporate venturing and his own risk-faced perspective.
Eduardo Sugrañes
MENTOR
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eduardosugranes/
Know mad and innovation geek, hungry mind seeking its next opportunity to make the world a better place by working on the Business Strategy of cutting-edge and disruptive technologies. Eduardo is leaving his footprint as innovation specialist for several multinational corporates, as a seasoned professor at different business schools and universities, and as startup mentor at different venture builders and entrepreneurship programs.
Lakshay Suri
MENTOR
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lakshaysuri/
More than 6,5 years of experience in creating products in the digital & tech domain. Currently working as a Senior Product Owner at a financial tech company and building fintech solutions to make traditional banks exploit the power of digital banking.
Elisenda Tarrats Pons
MENTOR
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elisenda-tarrats-94542863/
Actually, Elisenda is in charge of the Entrepreneur's department in Universitat de Vic (UVIC) also she is a Full Professor and she is member of Emprèn research group.
Joad Lopez
MENTOR
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joadlopez/
Joad Lopez is an entrepreneur, business mentor, lecturer, and strategy consultant. Joad holds a Georgetown University postgraduate degree in Franchise Management, a BBA degree from EU Business School, and an International MBA degree from EADA Business School.
Claudia Olvera
MENTOR
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claudia-olvera-phd-1527a32/
Claudia Olvera is a manager of entrepreneurial and investment at La Salle Technova Barcelona. Claudia holds a PhD in Business Administration and Management from Universitat Politécnica of Catalunya, a bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance, MBA in Family Business, and a master’s degree in Entrepreneurship and Innovation. She also has experience being an international researcher at Science to Business Marketing Research Centre of the University of Applied Sciences, Münster Germany.
Cristian Ferreyra
MENTOR
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cferreyra/
Cristian Ferreyra has 18+ years of experience in operations, with expertise including Pharma, Retail, DTC, and Marketplaces. Cristian is also a business school professor and startups mentor.
José M. Juan
MENTOR
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josé-manuel-juan-f-36356866/
José M. Juan has 17+ years of experience in supply chain, logistics, and global trade industries. Co-founder of two startups, consultant, and mentor of innovative projects. José is also an expert in business development and project management in various countries.
Marçal Farreras
MENTOR
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcal7lider7coach7creador7de7cambio/
Marçal Farreras has over 25 years of experience as a cross-functional general manager and wide multicultural leadership. Marçal has a passion for sales and marketing and helping young talent in down-to-earth strategizing. He has maintained roles as senior advisor, executive coach mentor, and high education lecturer in the latest years.
Iria F. de Ana Portela
MENTOR
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iria-f-de-ana-portela-11816411/
Ira F. de Ana Portela is an economist specialized in luxury and innovation. Ira has experience in several career fields such as fashion business, ideation, innovation, and product creation. Ira also holds a degree in Business and a Masters on Fashion and Design.
Sara Pahlevan
MENTOR
Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-pahlevan-9277a5a9/
Sara Pahlevan is a Marketing and Project Management Executive with over 20 years of experience within the Corporate and Educational Sectors. Specialist in the areas of Project Management, Automotive Testing, Research & Analysis, and Marketing Management.
NETWORKING
The G-Accelerator promotes the networking in three levels:
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Between the beneficiaries of this program.
There are different profiles and stages of development among the entrepreneurs and startups in this program. The exchange of insights, concerns and results is of great value.
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Between the program beneficiaries and local entrepreneurs in Barcelona. GBSB Global G-Accelerator is an associate member of Barcelona Tech City, and you will have access to the training assets and same preferred conditions as GBSB Global has as a member of The Impact Call 2024.
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Between the beneficiaries of the program and the international entrepreneurial community. GBSB Global G-Accelerator has an agreement with enpact.org to present and select specially selected startups for their international programs.
FINANCIAL SUPPORT
Up to €3,000 to support additional mentoring hours after the end of the program. We provide financial support to the winners of each edition to help them enter the acceleration phase of their project with a go-to-market and fundraising strategy.
- Access to public and private funding
- Customer development strategy
- Product development strategy
HOW DOES THE G-ACCELERATOR PROGRAM WORK?
G-Accelerator Impact Call Program is a 24-week roadmap that includes ideation, go-to-market, customer and product development, management skills, and introductory modules. This training program is divided into three main blocks as shown below.
PROJECT PROGRESS
IDEA PITCH
Deliverables 1st Stage
Lean Canvas
Impact Business Model Canvas
TAM-SAM-SOM
BP 1st DRAFT
SALES PITCH / SOCIAL PITCH
Deliverables 2nd Stage
MVP - Prototype
Product Development Roadmap
BP 2nd DRAFT
INVESTOR PITCH
Deliverables 3rd Stage
Economic and Financial Plan
Investor DECK
BP Version Final
After each stage, some deliverables, a pitch, and a business plan are required for progress
Every week you will have training sessions according to the roadmap and stages of the program
Mentors will guide you through the process through mentorship sessions
At the end of the program, there will be a final presentation (investor pitch) at the G-Accelerator Demo Day and the final business plan presentations should be delivered.
WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU
YOUR RESULTS
Gain all the skills and knowledge needed to develop your business project through:
- A proper and complete business plan
- A proven prototype (MVP preferred)
- A market test validation
- Resource planning for the next stage of development, specifically:
- Team
- Funding Strategy
YOUR COMMITMENT
- Full commitment to the Program
- Not participate in other accelerator programs during the training period
- Be an active member of the G-Accelerator community
OUR PARTNERS
It's a local partner that will focus on two main aspects:
The go-to-market strategy through its partnership networks (companies and institutions) in Catalonia.
Prototype development through the technological expertise of the faculty.
It is a local partner focused on:
Promoting the G-Accelerator opportunity among entrepreneurs from rural areas of Catalonia.
Identifying rural companies to validate the MVPs of the beneficiary projects.
Identifying synergies with rural businesses.
It's an international partner focused on:
The social dimension of the startup and its expertise in social entrepreneurship.
The measurement of social impact through the experience of the Institute for Social Innovation and Impact.
Enpact is an international partner of the G-Accelerator and supports its startups by providing access to international ecosystems.
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