G-ACCELERATOR
IMPACT CALL 2023
Supporting next generation
entrepreneurs with Innovative and
Triple impact ideas
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The G-Accelerator Impact Call 2023 Program is looking for next generation entrepreneurs with
innovative and disruptive ideas that are intent on launching a business with Triple impact.
What do we mean by
next generation
entrepreneurs?
These are individuals with a call or yearning to transform perspectives, approaches, or processes. These creative and resilient individuals are ready to face challenges and difficulties head on. People that want to own their own businesses, manage their own professional lives developing something sustainable and profitable that will impact the world and better society.
What do we mean by
Innovative and disruptive
ideas?
In this current call, we focus on supporting innovation and disruption through digitalization, recognizing innovation can arise from other industries not just that of technology. We are happy to discuss innovative and disruptive ideas on business processes, modeling, positioning, and more.
What do we mean by
Triple Impact
Operating a good business is not enough for us. We want to partner with people who care about improving the world and society through sustainable business models that are socially, economically and environmentally responsible.
Our current program verticals are:
- SUSTAINABLE BUSINESSES
- CIRCULAR AND PROXIMITY ECONOMY
- SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND COMMUNITIES
- HEALTH AND WELLBEING
- 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 euros budget to dedicate to additional mentorship hours after the accomplish of the G-Accelerator program
TRAINING
6-month training program divided into 3 blocks that encompass ideation, go to market planning,
business readiness, and funding.
TRIPLE IMPACT AWARENESS
What is it about?
- The Social, Economic and Environmental impact dimension of your business
- Integrate sustainability, social and environmental responsibility in your business model
What is it for?
- Increase the social dimensions of your business
- Using impact metrics to assess the social and sustainability performance of your business
IDEATION BLOCK
What is it about?
- Methodology and tools to define your value proposal and business model
What is it for?
- Review the opportunity you are addressing and the customer discovery process
- Identify your key customers and the addressable market
- Understand overview of the key aspects of your business model
MARKET TESTING
What is it about?
- Define the go-to-market strategy
- Integrate the feedback from your customer
What is it for?
- Test your business proposal with the real market
- Be efficient on your product development strategy
MANAGEMENT SKILLS
What is it about?
- Business and management resources to develop your business
What is it for?
- Gain the know -how of the management on 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 will be allocated. Accredited professionals will be on hand to help you develop your business idea.
MENTORSHIP IS DIVIDED INTO TWO MAJOR CATEGORIES:
Mentorship throughout the process
A dedicated mentor will support you throughout the whole duration of the program
Specific Mentorship
Expert mentors are temporarily assigned according to the specific needs that each startup may face (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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Phase 2: G-Accelerator Impact Call Program - It's a 24-week roadmap that includes ideation, go-to-market, customer, and product development, managerial skills and acquaintance modules. This training program is divided into three main blocks:
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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 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 euros to support mentorship hours after the end of the program:
- Access to public and private funding
- Customer development strategy
- Product development strategy
WHAT IS THE PROCESS?
Phase 1: G-Accelerator Bootcamp – Participate in a 4-day intensive practical workshop and group activities to validate your business idea using an Agile and Design Sprint methodology. At the end, each project will pitch its proposal to a panel of judges who will select the final 12 projects to move on to Phase 2.
Phase 2: G-Accelerator Impact Call Program – It's a 24-week roadmap that includes ideation, go-to-market, customer, and product development, managerial skills and acquaintance modules. This training program is divided into three main blocks:
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 Final DRAFT
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 OUTCOMES
Gain all of the competencies and knowledge needed to develop your business project through:
- A proper and complete Business Plan
- A proven prototype (MVP desired)
- A Market Test validation done
- Resource planning for the next stage of development, specifically:
- Team
- Funding Strategy
YOUR COMMITMENT
- Full commitment to the Program
- Not to participate in other accelerator programs during the training period
- Be an active member of the G-Accelerator community
OUR PARTNERS
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.
Local Partner focused on:
Promote the G-Accelerator opportunity to entrepreneurs coming from rural areas of Catalonia.
Identify companies in the rural area to validate the MVPs of the beneficiary projects.
Identify synergies with rural companies.
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.
International partner focused on:
Enpact is as an international partner to the G-Accelerator and is supporting its startups by providing access to international ecosystems.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP TESTIMONIALS
AND MANAGEMENT TESTIMONIAL
Meet Alejandro Turpin, a young, bright entrepreneur who lived and worked in Barcelona. He joined our G-Accelerator training program as he wanted to make a transition from the scientific field to the business world. He joined our incubator to gain the right business acumen, expand his professional network, strengthen his entrepreneurial skills, and succeed with his social enterprise idea as he takes his start-up to the market.
Watch his full interview to find out more about Alex's highly technical and innovative "Doppler & Hertz" project, the details of the training process so far, and his career development plans.
G-Accelerator is an innovative program designed to provide support and assistance to current GBSB Global students and alumni who wish to launch an entrepreneurial venture. Whether the entrepreneurial projects are in their infancy or already partially funded, GBSB Global invites all entrepreneurs to apply for the program to receive expert mentorship and guidance to turn their dreams into a successful reality.
Watch our interview with Xavier Arola Pérez, an experienced CEO with over 20 years of experience, Professor and Managing Director of the G-Accelerator Program here at GBSB Global. Visit our website to learn more about our services.
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