KREAS - Formación y gestión del talento en industrias alimentarias

What KREAS - Formación y gestión del talento en industrias alimentarias does

KREAS is a non-profit foundation (Fundació per a la formació integral en indústries càrnies i agroalimentàries KREAS) registered in Catalonia on January 29, 2013 and headquartered in Olot, Girona. It functions as an Integrated Training and Work Centre specialized in the agri-food industry, delivering higher-level vocational cycles (Cicles Formatius de Grau Superior), official Certificats Professionals recognized by the Generalitat de Catalunya, and Formació Contínua per a Empreses (continuous training for companies). Its defining methodology is a 100% dual training model (K-100% dual) that combines classroom instruction with workplace experience in food companies at a 50/50 ratio, supported by a Moodle-based virtual campus (kreas.esemtia.net) used by students, faculty, research staff, and partner companies.

The foundation operates within a multi-stakeholder governance structure: the FECIC meat industry federation (representing over 96% of Catalan meat production), UVic-UCC university via the Balmes University Foundation, and the Ajuntament d'Olot each hold founding roles on the Board of Trustees, alongside major food companies such as Noel Alimentaria, Casa Tarradellas, Bon Preu, La Fageda, and Grup Cañigueral. Complementary services include the subsidized Projecta't professional orientation program, Prospecció Empresarial (industry needs analysis), Acreditació de Competències Professionals, a Borsa de Treball (job board), Erasmus+ international mobility (ECHE 2021-2027), and an R+D+I division focused on food sustainability and circular bioeconomy.

KREAS generates revenue primarily through public subsidies from the Departament de Treball, the Consorci per a la Formació Contínua de Catalunya, and European Union funds (notably Erasmus+), supplemented by regulated tuition fees for vocational training cycles. Programs such as Projecta't are 100% subsidized and free to active workers in the Catalan food industry. The foundation has trained over 8,300 students, works with more than 100 collaborating food companies, and reports employment insertion rates above 90% for higher vocational graduates. It operates with a small team of 14 employees and serves Catalonia, broader Spain, and the EU through its mobility programs.

Name

KREAS - Formación y gestión del talento en industrias alimentarias

Legal name

Fundació per a la formació integral en indústries càrnies i agroalimentàries KREAS

Website

https://kreas.cat

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

KREAS is a Catalan non-profit foundation that runs an integrated training and work center for the agri-food industry, delivering 100% dual vocational cycles, professional certificates, and subsidized continuous training to individuals and food companies via a Moodle-based virtual campus.

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Product category

Vocational Education and Training (Agri-Food Industry)

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Technical and Trade Schools (61151), Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Nutrition, Special Diets & Wellness Cooking (EDAOAKAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Food Safety, Sanitation & HACCP Training (EDAOAKAG), Food Safety & Workplace Sanitation (HACCP, Hygiene) (EDABAEAN)

Keywords

• Vocational training
• Food industry education
• Dual training programs
• Professional certification
• Agri-food talent

Headquarters

HQ city

Olot

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Subsidized Public Training Programs: KREAS operates primarily through government subsidies from the Departament de Treball and European Union funds. Programs like Projecta't are 100% subsidized by the Consorci per a la Formació Contínua de Catalunya.
2. Vocational Training Tuition: Revenue from tuition fees for professional certificates, higher vocational degrees (Cicles Formatius), and continuous training for companies in the food industry.
3. Erasmus+ Mobility Programs: International mobility funding through Erasmus Charter for Higher Education (ECHE) for student exchanges and practices within EU companies.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

KREAS delivers vocational training, professional certificates, and continuous corporate education exclusively for Spain's agri-food industry, using a 100% dual training methodology (K-100% dual) that combines classroom instruction with workplace experience in partner food companies. It also provides career orientation (Projecta't), competency accreditation, a job board, international Erasmus+ mobility, and applied R+D+I in food sustainability and circular bioeconomy.

Product overview

KREAS is an integrated vocational training and employment center specializing in the food and agri-food industry. The organization offers a comprehensive portfolio of educational products and services including: Cicles Formatius de Grau Superior (vocational degree programs in food industry quality and marketing), Certificats Professionals (professional certificates), and Formació Contínua per a Empreses (corporate training). These core educational products are complemented by professional services including the Programa PROJECTA'T (career orientation), Prospecció Empresarial (industry needs analysis), Acreditació de Competències (competency accreditation), Borsa de Treball (job placement), and Mobilitat Internacional (international mobility through Erasmus+). All educational programs are delivered through the Campus Virtual (Moodle-based LMS), with a 100% dual training methodology combining academic instruction with practical company experience. The R+D+I division supports applied research in food sustainability and innovation.

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Products and services

• Cicles Formatius de Grau Superior (Higher Level Training Cycles) Vocational training programs at the higher education level specializing in the food industry, including CFGS in Processes and Quality in the Food Industry (PQiA) and CFGS in Marketing and Publicity, delivered through 100% dual training methodology combining academic study with workplace experience.
• Certificats Professionals (Professional Certificates) Official professional certification programs recognized by the Catalan Government (Generalitat de Catalunya) for workers in the food industry, enabling participants to obtain formal qualifications based on demonstrated professional competencies.
• Formació Contínua per a Empreses (Continuous Training for Companies) Customized continuing education programs designed for food industry companies to improve employee skills, adapt to market changes, and address specific organizational needs through subsidized training.
• Programa PROJECTA'T (Professional Orientation Program) A subsidized professional orientation service for active workers in the food industry, providing career counseling, skills assessment, and personalized training pathways, funded by the Consorci per a la Formació Contínua de Catalunya.
• Prospecció Empresarial (Business Prospecting) Identification and analysis of training needs within the food industry sector through surveys and interviews with company representatives, helping detect emerging occupations and key competencies required in the market.
• Acreditació de Competències Professionals (Professional Competency Accreditation) Service enabling professionals to obtain official certification for competencies acquired through work experience, non-formal training, or volunteering, through a process of assessment and accreditation recognized by the FPCAT Agency.
• Borsa de Treball (Job Board) Labor intermediation service connecting trained professionals with food industry companies, facilitating job placement for students and alumni while helping businesses find qualified personnel.
• Mobilitat Internacional (International Mobility) Erasmus+ program enabling students and staff to undertake international placements and training in EU countries, including hosting international students, with the Erasmus Charter for Higher Education (ECHE) accreditation.
• Campus Virtual / Aula Virtual (Virtual Campus) Online learning management system (Moodle-based) providing access to educational resources for students, teachers, research staff, and partner companies, available in multiple profile-specific sections.
• R+D+I (Research, Development & Innovation) Applied research and innovation center focused on food sustainability, circular bioeconomy, and food waste reduction, aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals and connected to UVic-UCC research groups.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 90% employment insertion rate for students completing higher vocational studies
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• European Union (Erasmus+)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021KREAS holds the Erasmus Charter for Higher Education (ECHE 2021-2027) enabling student mobility and international practices within EU companies. The charter facilitates sending CFGS students to perform practices in European Union companies.
• FECIC (Federació Empresarial de Càrnies i Indústries Càrnies)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 January 2013FECIC is the Business Federation of Meat and Meat Industries representing over 96% of Catalan meat production. It is a founding partner of the KREAS Foundation and holds a Vice President position on the Board of Trustees. FECIC provides industry representation, sector expertise, and connections to meat industry companies for training partnerships.
• UVic-UCC (Universitat de Vic - Universitat Central de Catalunya)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 January 2013UVic-UCC is the parent university of the KREAS Foundation through the Balmes University Foundation (FUB). The university's rector serves as President of the KREAS Board of Trustees. This umbrella relationship enables access to consolidated research groups and collaborative synergies for innovation in the agri-food sector.
• Ajuntament d'OlotcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOlot City Council is a founding partner of KREAS, with the Mayor serving as Vice President of the Board of Trustees. The council supported the establishment of KREAS as a successful project with direct impact on the economic and social fabric of the Garrotxa region.
• Consorci per a la Formació Contínua de CatalunyacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Consortium for Continuous Training of Catalonia is the main public funding body for KREAS programs. It provides 100% subsidies for programs like Projecta't and administers SEPE (State Public Employment Service) funds for vocational training and professional accreditation.
• AERES (Dutch Vocational Training Center)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDutch vocational training center in Wageningen visited by KREAS students as part of international exchange program. Serves as a model for dual training methodology implementation.
• OSB Vocational and Technical Anatolian High School (Turkey)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTurkish vocational school that sends students for 3-week stays at KREAS as part of international student reception program. Enhances cultural exchange and English communication skills.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• CESUR: Large Andalusian vocational training and higher education group operating multiple campuses across Spain. Comparable business model in vocational training with subsidized and corporate offerings, though with a much broader sectoral and geographic footprint than KREAS.
• QLICK (QoLICK / Quiron Formacion): Spanish vocational training provider with a broad catalog of professional certificates and continuous training including food-related content. Comparable to KREAS in delivering subsidized Catalan/Spanish vocational training, though it operates across many sectors rather than specializing in food.
• Salesians Sarrià – Centre de Formació Professional: Large Spanish vocational training network offering CFGS and professional certificates across many sectors including food industries. Comparable in delivering subsidized Spanish vocational training, but with a much wider program portfolio and a different governance model.

Direct peers

• AERES: Dutch vocational training center in Wageningen focused on food, agri, and life sciences. KREAS students visit AERES as part of international exchange, and AERES serves as a model for dual training implementation — directly comparable in mission and food-sector focus.
• Education Holdings UK (e.g., Lifetime Training): UK-based vocational training and apprenticeship provider with food industry programs. Comparable in operating subsidized apprenticeship/dual training models for the food sector, with similar reliance on government funding and employer partnerships.

Regional players

• Centro de Formación Profesional Perea: Spanish vocational training center offering medium and higher-grade training cycles in food industries and other sectors. Comparable in delivering regulated CFGS programs in food production, similar dual-training exposure, but operating in a different Spanish region.
• CTM (Centre de Transferència de Tecnologia) Manresa: Catalan technical center offering applied training and technology services to industry, including food sector firms. Comparable in mission around industry-aligned training and technical services in Catalonia, though with a broader technology and engineering focus.

Others

• Eurochambres / European Vocational Training providers: European network of chambers of commerce and vocational training providers, including food industry apprenticeships. Comparable thematically as KREAS engages with EU mobility and industry-aligned training, though it is an institutional network rather than a single operator.
• FPCAT (Fundació per a la Formació Continua de Catalunya): Catalan consortium administering continuous training subsidies and SEPE funds. Functions as KREAS's primary funding channel rather than a direct competitor, but is a key reference institution in the same subsidized training ecosystem.
• FECIC (Federació Empresarial de Càrnies i Indústries Càrnies): Catalan meat industry business federation representing 96%+ of regional meat production. FECIC is a founding partner of KREAS, providing industry representation and shaping curriculum, making it a strategic industry counterpart rather than a competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

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