The two conferences organized by the State Employment Education Foundation (FUNDAE) and the Public State Employment Service (SEPE) will center on digitalization. This Wednesday and Thursday, the Digital District will host the event as part of the Universidad Pyme project. Antonio de Luis, Managing Director of FUNDAE, highlights that the gathering will equip SMEs in the Valencian Community with practical tools to confront the challenges of digital transformation.
Universidad Pyme arises within the framework of the National Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan as a program dedicated to digitally transforming small and medium-sized enterprises, the backbone of the country’s economy.
The objective is to provide this sector—hardworking small businesses, entrepreneurs, self-employed professionals, and future professionals—with insights, directions, and real-world examples of success and best practices. The event will deliver keys, resources, and navigation aids to help SMEs in the Community of Valencia, especially Alicante, tackle digital transformation with competence and a track record of success.
The Valencian Community benefits from an ecosystem such as the Alicante-based Digital Zone, which creates a distinctive setting for this meeting. Universidad Pyme is a joint project of SEPE and FUNDAE; in Alicante, regional collaboration led by Labora ensured broad participation so that the program content aligned with local characteristics. The Valencian region stands as a major economic engine in the country, with forward-looking leadership and a track record that serves as a model for other areas.
Business people, freelancers, and entrepreneurs who participate in Universidad Pyme Alicante can leave with digitization ideas, actionable solutions, and real examples to follow, while also connecting with potential allies or partners for future business or professional developments.
At Universidad Pyme Alicante, corporate representatives and technology experts will discuss trends and opportunities in the new digital economy. Experts will address topics such as cybersecurity, the demand for new roles and skills, and education in the evolving economy.
Professionals from Fundación Telefónica, LinkedIn, Microsoft, Grupo Pikolinos, and Verne Academy will be present, underscoring the cross-industry interest in digital upskilling and collaboration.
If you are a businessman or entrepreneur, this event is for you.
Digitization processes are inevitable across all sectors of the economy, from high-tech manufacturing to agriculture, tourism, and artisanal production. The global market has long favored those who embrace digital tools, and today digital capabilities are essential for sustaining competitiveness and growth.
For a company, digitalization means transformation, new business models, and ongoing training to adapt, change procedures, and stay competitive. It represents opportunities as well as challenges—emerging demands and new market niches waiting to be explored.
FUNDAE has served as SEPE’s cooperative and technical-support arm for more than 25 years in vocational training and employment. It supports the Ministry of Labor, Immigration and Social Security in shaping the nation’s education system. Over time, FUNDAE has helped thousands of companies and millions of workers, while launching forward-looking initiatives like Digitalizate+ to nurture digital competencies and implement projects under the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan, including the SME University initiative. The experience continues to evolve.
Dedication, perseverance, and a clear vision drive progress. The best advice is to focus on improving existing processes and meeting market demand in creative ways, rather than chasing disruptions or ungrounded opportunities. This mindset has guided many successful companies to grow and lead by example.
There are still unmet needs tied to a shortage of adequately trained professionals. The demand extends beyond engineers and scientists to roles such as digital craftsmen and skilled technicians focused on sustainable energy use. As big data and artificial intelligence start to reshape work, a broad base of practical digital skills becomes increasingly important for every business. Digitization will touch all sectors, and many current roles may evolve or disappear as new ones emerge. The Universidad Pyme Alicante event in the Valencia Community Digital Zone on April 26 and 27 offers free admission, with registration available on the FUNDAE website, inviting attendees to explore these opportunities in depth.
Sources and attribution: program organizers and partner organizations including FUNDAE, SEPE, Labora, and participating industry partners.