October concentrates significant activity for the startup ecosystem in Salamanca. Three days combine thematic summits, pitch competitions and a substantial presence of investors and corporates.
Dates and format in Salamanca
Startup Olé 2026 runs from 13 to 15 October in Salamanca. The event mixes open sessions and scheduled 1-to-1 meetings supported by a matchmaking tool. Some content is available free while ticketed formats cover closed meetings and summit access.
Key figures for 2026
Published numbers for this edition show over 40 K attendees, representation from 120 countries, 1.5 K startups and about 1.2 K speakers. More than 300 corporates and investors attend, with declared asset portfolios above €100kM.
Those figures explain the intensity of on-site commercial activity and the demand for prebooked meetings.
Program highlights and summits
The agenda includes multiple summits such as Summit IA, Summit Genyus, Summit Futur Innovation and Women Invest in Women, plus forums linked to universities and regional administrations. Pitch competitions and a detailed startup agenda are central to spotting early stage and scale ventures.
Key participants span investors and corporate leads. Examples on the roster include Vincent Rosso, David Gonzalez from the European Investment Fund and Ekaterina Kirichenko, representing a mix of institutional investors, angels and corporate innovation officers.
How to prepare B2B prospecting at Startup Olé 2026
- Define target verticals and roles to avoid scattering efforts. Use summit themes to shortlist relevant panels.
- Book meetings early through the matchmaking platform and apply filters to prioritize contacts.
- Bring a concise digital dossier with traction metrics and a 90 second pitch tailored to investors or corporate partners.
- Schedule daily priorities such as three primary meetings and slots for follow ups.
Adopting this plan helps manage time in a high-density setting.
Tickets and networking tools
The official site publishes ticket types and the detailed agenda. Startup Olé 2026 also provides a fair map of startups and exhibitors plus networking tools to request one-to-one meetings.
For teams pitching technology, identify sector-specific summits where decision makers concentrate and prepare technical demos that can be quickly accessed during meetings.
Closing note and official link
Given the scale and the structured matchmaking available, arriving with clear objectives and prearranged meetings increases the chances of productive outcomes at Startup Olé 2026. Check the full program and secure tickets at startupole.eu to plan your schedule and book meetings in advance.
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