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ENTREPRENEURIAL ECOSYSTEM

Álava, which is part of a world-class, connected and ever-growing Basque entrepreneurial ecosystem, offers the necessary advantages to boost start-ups.

The Basque entrepreneurial environment enables fluid interaction between start-ups, established companies, research centres, universities and investors. There are also a large number of public and private agents providing support with a collaborative mindset.

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Industrial space

Quality of life

Entrepreneurship in Álava

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The Basque Country now has more than 1,000 start-ups, a solid business base that creates jobs and value. Seven out of ten Basque start-ups develop innovative solutions for strategic sectors, with a survival rate 80% above the European average.

The 2020 Entrepreneurship Impact Ecosystem Index compiled by Impact Hub, which considers more than 133 indicators, positions Álava at the forefront of Spain.

Incentives for entrepreneurship and funding

Álava offers an ideal ecosystem for people wanting to start a new business. With a wide range of incentives and programmes like Emprender en Álava, Ekintzaile, Aurrera, Basque Fondo and Hazibide, significant funding can be accessed, from loans of up to € 250,000 to direct grants of up to € 110,000.

In addition to financial support, these schemes offer specialised assistance.

Álava Provincial Council

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Incubation and acceleration spaces

Álava’s local development agencies provide an ideal environment for growth with incubators, modern infrastructure and assistance programmes:

These agents coexist with private support initiatives, including Hazi Fundazioa, Gazte Enpresa Fundazioa, Radar Ventures, METXA and Bultz-Lan Consulting.

Active entrepreneurial community

The province is home to an active and collaborative network of entrepreneurs, with regular events and gatherings. Specifically, Álava Emprende is a leader in dissemination and promotion, organising courses, workshops, conferences and events.

Álava emprende

Among others, Ekin Day is a space for entrepreneurial inspiration and networking, while the Ekin Breakfasts offer discussions on current entrepreneurship topics.

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