Castellón hosted an important Company Day event for the Valencia Community, with leaders and business figures gathering to discuss the region’s economic path and the smart use of European funds. The focus was on strengthening social welfare, fostering collaboration between social partners and public authorities, and outlining how 22,600 grants have supported Valencian companies to date.
During the remarks, the president of the Valencian Community Business Confederation (CEV) praised the formal recognition of Company Day. He highlighted that the celebration honors thousands of men and women who drive business projects, create jobs, and generate economic activity. He noted that many contributors operate out of the public eye but remain indispensable to the community’s growth and resilience.
He also pointed to the symbolism of the March 3 elections for the organization, arguing that the event demonstrates regional structural reform is not only possible but practical. He stood before more than 200 attendees to illustrate that regional reorganization can become a reality when leadership and collaboration align.
The CEV president also celebrated the 375,000 companies headquartered in the community and the 360,000 self-employed professionals who power the local economy. He underscored that today’s recognition is owed to everyone who works in these enterprises, manages them, or supports their mission.
no two sides
He urged political leaders to maintain certainty and avoid polarization. He argued against framing the public and private sectors as adversaries and warned that progress over the last four decades depended on responsible public policies, companies, and unions working together to advance social and economic well-being.
He highlighted the region’s productive sectors and stressed that the area has created around two million jobs that are increasingly skilled and rewarding as companies become more innovative, sustainable, and responsible. The message emphasized that unity drives competitiveness and better wages, which in turn boosts social welfare and public services for all.
In closing, the speaker called for ongoing dialogue and cooperation among social partners and public authorities to keep Valencian companies competitive while expanding employment opportunities and improving living standards.
The Generalitat President noted that the Valencian Community is at the forefront of managing European funds in Spain, with Valencia-based firms receiving 22,600 grants. He was joined by key ministers and technical advisors who oversee finance, economy, sustainable development, and digital innovation. On this day, the focus was on how regional governance channels funds to support business activity and job creation across the territory.
25% of funds
The discussion highlighted that a quarter of the funds allocated to autonomous communities are concentrated in the Valencian Community, with average aid per company around 20,000 euros. The message reinforced the view that Company Day aims to recognize a broad base of business owners and self-employed workers who drive local prosperity.
The president reiterated that the event acknowledges 375,000 companies and 360,000 self-employed people in the Valencia Community, describing the region as a powerful engine that attracts foreign investment and sustains a robust employment record. He noted that in the past eight years, around 400,000 jobs were created, equating to approximately 143 new positions every day.
The regional leadership credited the area’s modern, open economy with contributing to a record in employment, exports, and foreign investment. He stressed that social dialogue, public-private cooperation, and recognition of businesspeople and businesswomen are crucial for continued growth, with the Valencian Business Confederation receiving strong public support.
Additionally, the Consell president explained the choice of Castellón as the event venue as a gesture of regional cohesion and noted that the province has the highest industrial GDP in Spain. He also acknowledged the current challenges posed by rising energy costs for the business sector, particularly the ceramics industry, and reiterated the national effort to streamline state aid to tile companies.
Finally, he reminded audiences that there is always a company behind good news, pointing to large-scale investments that bolster local employment and regional strength. For example, major commitments across the Valencia Community include significant job creation, a reflection of ongoing industrial vitality, tourism growth, and a thriving agri-food sector. The overall message underscored a shared belief in dynamic regional development and the power of coordinated action among government and business leaders. (Fuente: Gobierno de la Comunitat Valenciana)