Alicante hosted the second edition of the Economists Awards last Thursday evening, an event born from the profession itself to honor the people, companies, and institutions that contribute to the economic development of Alicante and Spain. The ceremony unfolded at the Teatro Principal in Alicante and was guided by journalist Anabel Rosas. A large audience from the corporate and business sectors joined the celebration to accompany the esteemed economists’ family in a heartfelt gala.
The dean of the Alicante College of Economists, Francisco Menarguesdio, opened with gratitude for the meaningful work of the group and welcomed the guests. He noted that even in a big city there are still abundant opportunities and acknowledged the challenges that must be faced together, emphasizing a collective effort to move forward.
This Second Edition was performed at the Teatro Principal in Alicante. Rafael Arjones
Menargues stressed the ongoing realities in the community, highlighting persistent underfunding, water scarcity, and a region that lacks a Mediterranean-wide broadcasting perspective. He spoke of a country that attracts tourists but struggles to retain talent, a country recognized by the Film Academy but not yet optimized for the elderly, and he warned that the path to progress requires the combined effort of young and old, business owners, self-employed individuals, and economists alike.
Nevertheless, he concluded with a note of hope, urging that despite all obstacles, optimism is essential. He encouraged all actors connected to economic growth to collaborate in promoting development across the province and to pursue new, ambitious goals.
delivery of awards
The award ceremony commenced with six recognitions given in this edition. The Central Rural Fund received the Entrepreneurship Trajectory Award, the Digital Zone was honored for Promotion of Innovation, and Riegos de Levante earned the Sustainability Award. The Official College of Economists of the Region of Murcia was recognized with the Economic Knowledge Encouragement Award, the Red Cross received an award for Social Responsibility, and finally the president of AIReF, Cristina Herrero Sánchez, was awarded the Economic and Social Appropriateness Award.
A large corporate and business world representative attended the event. Rafael Arjones
Valentin Picht, president of the Spanish General Council of Economists, attended the gala and called for strict enforcement of the law following interventions by local authorities, including the Employment and Economic Development Councilor, as well as innovation ministers, signaling a strong emphasis on governance and policy for economic growth. The night also delivered moments of surprise, such as a performance by the renowned actor and mentalist Tony Bright, and the evening closed with a cocktail in the hall and arcades of the iconic Teatro Principal, lasting well past midnight. ”