UIS Spain – Official Symposium
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Wed, Apr 22, 2026 11:00 AM –
Fri, Apr 24, 2026 9:00 PM (GMT+2)
Online Event
Details
technology, infrastructure, and geopolitics to foster dialogue on the most pressing economic and
strategic challenges shaping Europe and global markets.
Dates: April 22, 23, 24
Institutional Host: IE University & IE Business School
Corporate Partners: Bending Spoons, Hogan Lovells, Gomry
Agenda
Upcoming Events
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Join us for an exclusive conversation with Marco Belletti, CEO of Azimut Libera Impresa, exploring the role of capital, vision, and private markets in shaping the future of global investments.
This event also represents a unique networking and recruiting opportunity for all IE students to connect directly with a top industry leader, gain first-hand insights, and build valuable relationships in a highly interactive setting.
- IE Community
- External Invitees & Alumni (Non-IE Community)
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Join us for a dynamic conversation with leading industry figures on the role of data centers and infrastructure in powering the AI revolution and shaping the next wave of technological growth.
This event is also a unique networking and recruiting opportunity for IE students to engage directly with top professionals, gain real-world insights, and build meaningful connections in an interactive setting.
- IE Community
- External Invitees & Alumni (Non-IE Community)
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Join us for a special live edition inspired by The Black Box Podcast, featuring leading voices in private equity for an open and unfiltered conversation on markets, deals, and decision-making.
This event also offers a unique networking and recruiting opportunity for IE students to engage directly with top industry leaders, gain insider perspectives, and build meaningful connections in an interactive setting.
- IE Community
- External Invitees & Alumni (Non-IE Community)
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Join us for a conversation with Alessandro Folio and Patrizio Messina on how family businesses evolve beyond borders, exploring the challenges and opportunities of scaling internationally while preserving identity and long-term vision.
This event also offers a unique networking and recruiting opportunity for IE students to engage directly with an experienced entrepreneur, gain practical insights, and build meaningful connections in an interactive setting.
- IE Community
- External Invitees & Alumni (Non-IE Community)
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Join us for a conversation with Matteo Danieli, Co-Founder of Bending Spoons, as he shares the journey behind building one of Europe’s leading tech companies and the key decisions that shaped its growth.
This event also offers a unique networking and recruiting opportunity for IE students to connect directly with a top entrepreneur, gain first-hand insights, and build meaningful relationships in an interactive setting.
- IE Community
- External Attendee (Outside IE University Community)