What Scaleup Spain Network does

Scaleup Spain Network is a 6-month mentorship and acceleration program created in 2021 by three Spanish organizations: Fundación Innovación Bankinter, Adigital (Asociación Española de la Economía Digital), and Wayra (Telefónica Open Innovation). It targets Spanish scaleups that are beginning their transition from startup to scaleup, applying selective criteria of 60-100% CAGR growth, at least €1M in revenue or funding, validated product-market fit, and demonstrated founder ambition for international scaling. The program explicitly addresses a gap it identifies in the Spanish ecosystem: abundant early-stage support but insufficient scaffolding for companies at the scaling stage, where economic impact is highest.

The program operates as a non-profit initiative provided at no cost to selected companies, with all operational costs funded by the three founding entities. It delivers a hybrid model combining online sessions with in-person bootcamps and key sessions held primarily in Madrid and Barcelona. The curriculum pairs framework guidance with case studies from successful scaleup founders, founder roundtables, and a personal mentor assigned to each participant. Selection follows a three-phase process involving independent experts, mentors, and a final selection panel. Upon completion, alumni gain ongoing access to the Scaleup Spain Network community for continued activities, content, and peer collaboration.

Through six editions conducted between 2021 and 2025, the program has supported 62 alumni companies spanning fintech, healthtech, energy, SaaS, e-commerce, legal tech, cybersecurity, and other verticals, collectively employing over 3,900 people and having raised more than €1,030 million in investment. Geographic scope is restricted to companies based primarily in Spain, though the program is designed to prepare founders for international scaling. The network is also supported by a strategic partnership with Endeavor España, contributing mentor and investor access across recent editions.

Name

Scaleup Spain Network

Legal name

Scaleup Spain Network

Website

https://scaleupspain.es

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Scaleup Spain Network is a free 6-month mentorship and acceleration program, co-founded in 2021 by Fundación Innovación Bankinter, Adigital, and Wayra, that supports Spanish scaleups with 60-100% CAGR growth and €1M+ in revenue or funding through mentorship, peer networking, and post-program alumni access.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Startup Acceleration / Business Mentorship Program

NAICS

Educational Support Services (61171), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Management Consulting Services (8742)

akta.pro primary industry

Mentoring, Coaching, Alumni Networking & Peer Support Platforms (EDAFAMAN)

akta.pro secondary industries

Mentorship, Coaching & Office-Hours Platforms (MPACALAG), Training, Enablement & Talent Development Summits (THAHAMAH)

Keywords

• Scaleup acceleration program
• Startup mentorship program
• Founder development network
• Innovation ecosystem support
• Business scaling program

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Non-profit program operations: Scaleup Spain Network is a non-profit initiative funded by three founding entities. The program is provided at no cost to selected companies. All operational costs are borne by Fundación Innovación Bankinter, Adigital, and Wayra. The program's value is derived from ecosystem building and fostering Spain's scaleup ecosystem rather than direct revenue generation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Scaleup Spain Network is a 6-month, non-cost mentorship and acceleration program for Spanish scaleups, created jointly by Fundación Innovación Bankinter, Adigital, and Wayra (Telefónica). It connects high-growth Spanish startup founders (60-100% CAGR, €1M+ in revenue or funding) with experienced scaleup founders, investors, and industry experts through personalized sessions, practical case studies, peer roundtables, and a dedicated personal mentor. Upon completion, participants join an ongoing alumni network with exclusive activities and continued collaboration.

Product overview

Scaleup Spain Network is a single, unified acceleration program (not a modular platform) designed to help Spanish scaleups navigate their growth transition. The core offering is a 6-month intensive program combining mentorship from experienced founders, practical case studies, and peer learning sessions. Upon completion, alumni gain access to the Scaleup Spain Network — an exclusive ongoing community that provides continued activities, content sharing, and networking opportunities. The program is offered at no cost to selected companies and includes personalized mentoring and hybrid (online/offline) learning sessions.

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Products and services

• Scaleup Spain Network Program A 6-month mentorship and networking acceleration program for Spanish scaleups, connecting founders with experienced entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts to support their growth transition. Free of charge for selected companies meeting criteria of 60-100% CAGR growth and €1M+ in revenue or funding.
• Scaleup Spain Network Alumni Community Ongoing network of program alumni providing continued access to exclusive activities, content, peer collaboration, and networking opportunities after completing the 6-month program. Includes 62+ alumni scaleups collectively employing over 3,900 people and having raised €1,030M+ in investment.

Quantifiable outcome

• 62 startups have completed the program as alumni
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers26 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• Fundación Innovación BankintercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOne of the three co-founders of Scaleup Spain Network. Founded in 2003, the foundation works to promote sustainable wealth creation in Spain through innovation and entrepreneurship. Aligned with Bankinter's principles, it acts as a global, multidisciplinary, and disruptive ecosystem that hybridizes knowledge, education, and entrepreneurship.
• Wayra (Telefónica Open Innovation)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOne of the three co-founders of Scaleup Spain Network. The most global, connected, and technological open innovation hub, acting as the interface between Telefónica and the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Present in 7 hubs across 10 countries in Europe and Latin America. Invests in mature, technological startups and helps them grow by creating business opportunities with Telefónica.
• Adigital (Asociación Española de la Economía Digital)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOne of the three co-founders of Scaleup Spain Network. The leading association for the digital economy in Spain, integrating companies and organizations committed to innovation, competitiveness, and digital transformation. Through EsTech (España es Tecnología), Adigital promotes visibility and representation of Spanish technology scaleups.
• Endeavor EspañaflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic founding partner and ally in launching and developing the program. Endeavor España connects entrepreneurs, mentors, investors, and large companies to help the most promising companies scale and generate a multiplier effect in the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Has been actively collaborating during the first six editions, contributing to strengthening the scaleup ecosystem in Spain.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Lanzadera: Spanish accelerator led by Juan Roig (Mercadona) supporting startups with mentorship, training, and seed capital. Directly comparable as a Spanish scaleup/startup accelerator program serving founders with similar value proposition of mentorship and networking.
• Endeavor: Global high-impact entrepreneur support organization, with Endeavor España as a flagship strategic partner of Scaleup Spain Network. Endeavor connects founders with mentors, investors, and corporates to scale, making it the most directly comparable peer in mission and model.
• Wayra (Telefónica Open Innovation): Telefónica's global open innovation hub and one of three co-founders of Scaleup Spain Network. Operates its own corporate venture and acceleration programs across 7 hubs in 10 countries, serving as both a partner and a directly comparable accelerator.
• SeedRocket: One of Spain's pioneering startup accelerators, based in Barcelona, providing mentorship, seed funding, and a demo day. Comparable as a Spanish accelerator targeting early/growth-stage founders.
• Conector Startup Accelerator: Barcelona-based startup accelerator with multiple programs supporting Spanish founders through mentorship, investment, and ecosystem access. Directly comparable in scope and Spanish focus.
• Bbooster Ventures: Spanish venture builder/accelerator with programs supporting founders from idea to scaleup stage. Comparable as a domestic accelerator providing structured programs and network access.
• Antai Ventures: Barcelona-based startup studio and accelerator backing Spanish and European founders. Comparable as a Spanish-focused early/growth-stage program combining venture building with mentoring.

Broad incumbents

• Y Combinator: World's largest startup accelerator, providing seed funding, mentorship, and a global founder network. While globally dominant rather than Spain-focused, it competes for the same high-quality Spanish founders who meet Scaleup Spain Network's bar.
• Techstars: Global accelerator operating multiple programs worldwide with mentorship-driven cohorts. Comparable as a broad incumbent in the accelerator space, competing for similar founder talent at the scaling stage.

Regional players

• Demium Startups: European startup accelerator with operations across Spain and other Southern European markets. Comparable as an emerging regional peer targeting founders from idea through seed stages with structured programs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/scaleup_spain
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/scaleupspain

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Investors

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M&A

Investments13 records

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