How to get investment for your startup: Real stories of founders and their rounds.
Raising investment is not just about raising money: it is about facing an emotional and strategic process that puts any founder to the test. In this blog, two Tetuan Valley alumni, Lucía Martínez (Breakevent) and Álvaro Ayllón (Maternify), share what they learned when closing their rounds, from common mistakes to key tips.
What is phantom share vesting? Practical guide for startups
Do you want to attract and retain talent without giving up real equity? In this blog we explain clearly what phantom shares are, how vesting works and when it can be the best option for your startup. With real examples and practical advice, this is a must-have guide if you are building an early-stage team.
The grand finale of Startup School 25: Inspiration, pitches, and community
We closed Startup School 25 with a Demo Day full of energy, ideas, and connections. Read this blog to find out which finalist startups presented their projects to an expert jury, what lessons we shared, the inspiring stories we heard, and how we celebrated the power of the entrepreneurial community together.
Community Exits: Real Stories and Lessons Learned
What does selling a startup really entail? In this blog, three entrepreneurs from the Tetuan Valley community share their experiences after achieving an exit . Lessons on negotiation, decision-making, and how an entrepreneur's life changes after selling. Honest content for those seeking to understand the true impact of an exit.
EM4FIT Project: Sustainability, Culture, and Entrepreneurship in the Heart of Morocco
Discover how sustainability and entrepreneurship intertwine in Morocco, where culture, tradition, and innovation coexist in everyday business. As part of the European EM4FIT project, we closely explore this unique ecosystem and its lessons learned. We invite you to read the full blog and download the report with all the findings.
Startup School 25: When design and the legal framework become allies of entrepreneurship
In our Startup School 25 incubation program, the collaboration between La Nave Nodriza and Letslaw has been key in providing teams with a more comprehensive view of their projects. La Nave Nodriza has supported entrepreneurs in building useful solutions, and Letslaw has provided its legal expertise to help them protect their startups and make informed foundational decisions. Their participation, through personalized training and consulting, has reinforced one of the program's pillars: growing with a solid foundation and a conscious approach.
EM4FIT Project: Innovation and Sustainability from Argentina
Discover how innovation and sustainability are intertwined in the Argentine entrepreneurial ecosystem. As part of the European EM4FIT project, we conducted in-depth research on how local startups are addressing economic, social, and environmental challenges through triple-impact models. Don't miss this article full of real-life learnings and inspiration for building a more resilient future. Read the full article and download the report to learn about all the cases!
Startup School 25: Grow your startup with sales, AI, and cybersecurity from the very beginning
Are you ready to scale your project? In the third block of Startup School 25, our incubation program, we address four key pillars for any entrepreneur: sales, marketing, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. Learn how to launch your startup with impact, protect your growth, and leverage real-world tools from the start. Practical training designed for those who want to launch with confidence and a vision for the future.
Startup School 25: From validated problem to project with form
After validating your idea, one of the most exciting (and challenging) moments of the entrepreneurial journey arrives: turning it into reality. In the second section of Startup School 25, we help you structure your project, design your product, and fully understand your customer. Discover the trainers who help entrepreneurs who are at this point!
Startup School 25: The solid foundation every entrepreneur needs to get started
In this article, we introduce you to the first block of Startup School 25 , the Tetuan Valley incubation program in collaboration with INCIBE. We focus on the foundations of entrepreneurship: validating the problem and understanding the market, with the guidance of trainers who've been there. Discover how we work through this key phase, meet the session leaders, and find out how you can participate in future editions or become part of our community.