Tramuntana Talks is an initiative launched in 2016, consisting of a series of free talks for entrepreneurs, startups, and the general public interested in learning about new business models and success stories in the technology and innovation sector. Previous editions have featured partners and professionals with experience in launching highly successful companies in the sector, such as Amazon, Destinia, Cabify, Wallapop, BlaBlaCar, and Redpoints (among many others).
These talks are held at Parc Bit and Centre Bit Menorca during the month of November. They cover relevant topics within the world of newly created innovative companies, such as growth strategies, resource and team organization, tips for preparing a company before starting a funding round, and many other topics of interest to those launching their own projects or those simply interested in learning about these subjects firsthand from recent real-world experiences.
This initiative is developed by the Fundació Balear d'Innovació i Tecnologia on behalf of the First Vice Presidency and Ministry of Economy, Finance and Innovation of the Government of the Balearic Islands.
Joan Pina is an entrepreneur and investor specializing in SaaS B2B startups enabled by artificial intelligence. He is a partner in Abac Nest, the venture capital vehicle of Abac Capital, from where he has led more than 30 investments in high-potential technology projects, including Cobee, Payflow, Taxdown, Amphora, Konvo, Galtea and Anyformat.
Before his time as an investor, Joan founded and ran several startups such as LetsBonus, Coverfy, Shoppiday and Wondy. At LetsBonus, he was the largest shareholder and CEO for five years, taking the company to 7 countries and exceeding 250 employees.
His background combines operational experience as a founder with a strategic vision as an investor, focused on scalable models with clear competitive advantages. In addition, it actively collaborates with acceleration programs and supports new founders in the initial stages.
In his talk, Joan will share the key learnings from having been on both sides of the table: founding, investing and helping startups grow in environments of high uncertainty.
When?
November 26th at 12:30
Where?
Press room Son Espanyol Building - Parc Bit
Every entrepreneur has heard the same phrases: “get up fast,” “hire hard,” “move like a unicorn.” But... what happens when reality collides with myth? What happens when 98% of projects fail? In this talk, Héctor Mata, founder and CEO of Shakers, will share the rituals that really drive growth and debunk the myths that can destroy a startup. An honest conversation, based on real experience, about what really works to scale a company and what is pure fiction.
An entrepreneur with over a decade of experience in e-commerce and more than 20 years in digital projects. His work focuses on business development, marketing, and strategy applied to e-commerce.
He currently leads Krateos, a supplement brand focused on improving longevity biomarkers, and serves as CMO at Easygoband, a hotel management SaaS that develops NFC solutions for resorts.
Previously, he founded Tuvalum, Europe's first re-refurbished bicycle recommerce platform, where he led marketing and product development for nine years, growing the company from zero to over €20 million in revenue.
In recent years, he has collaborated with brands and startups—primarily in the e-commerce sector—on marketing, growth, and business development projects. He also invests as a business angel and is a member of three investment funds.
Since 2014, he has also mentored startups and occasionally shares his expertise at business schools and universities through talks and specialized classes.
When?
November 28th at 12:30
Where?
Press room Son Espanyol Building - Parc Bit