Following a successful promotional visit to Miami during eMerge Americas, Gateway Summit Málaga is set to return for its upcoming edition on October 1 and 2 at the Málaga Cruise Terminal. The summit aims to go beyond traditional tech conferences by generating concrete connections between entrepreneurs, investors, corporations, and innovation ecosystems on both sides of the Atlantic.
César Caballero, Coordinator of Gateway Summit, emphasized the positive reception Málaga received in Miami, noting that U.S. and Latin American investors are increasingly looking for new innovation hubs. "Málaga sparked tremendous curiosity due to its blend of talent, high quality of life, international connectivity, and a business ecosystem that has matured rapidly," he said. The trip yielded strategic collaboration agreements and commitments from numerous investors and companies to attend the October summit.
Gateway Summit's distinctive airport-inspired concept, featuring spaces like the 'Pitching Runway' and 'Takeoff Talks', reflects its philosophy as a connecting hub. This year's agenda balances top-tier content, investment, networking, and immersive experiences. The Pitching Runway will allow 10 finalist startups to pitch directly to investors, while specialized workshops, deal-making meetings, and an Experience Zone offer hands-on engagement with emerging technologies.
The thematic focus covers major tech trends including Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, FinTech, EdTech, HealthTech, SpaceTech, Smart Cities, Connected Mobility, Tokenization, Bitcoin, Real Estate, Tourism, and Impact Investing. Investment is a central pillar, with a unique initiative bringing together around 20 investors to provide a live, practical guide on startup evaluation and investment decisions.
Prominent speakers from companies like Mastercard, Renault, Indra, Quirón, PLD Space, Metricool, and Markus Gotthard will address topics from connected vehicles to drones and AI in global security. Representatives from Cisco, Reental, and Bolt are also expected, with more announcements to come. The summit will feature strong representation from the United States, Latin America, and Europe, reinforcing its transatlantic bridge focus.
Gateway Summit is tailored for startups, scaleups, corporations, venture capital funds, angel investors, family offices, institutions, universities, and tech hubs. For international attendees, it serves as a concentrated entry point into the Spanish and broader European ecosystems. Investors can discover high-potential deals, participate in dedicated investment rooms, and arrange one-on-one meetings. Advanced networking and matchmaking tools ensure that the right decision-makers connect seamlessly.
Beyond sessions, the summit offers practical workshops, including a live masterclass on venture funding led by Iván García Berjano, and a session by Reental on accessible alternative investments. 'Tres en Forma' features renowned investors Jesús Alonso Gallo, Rodolfo Carpintier, and Néstor Salvador Boichenco, focusing on business growth. The Experience Zone will showcase live tech demonstrations and immersive experiences.
As César Caballero put it, the key question at the end of Gateway should be "Who did you meet, and what deals will follow from that meeting?" This ROI-driven approach is what sets Gateway Summit apart, aiming to deliver tangible outcomes for all participants.
