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At Lexington Magazine, we shine a spotlight on the new generation of Spanish entrepreneurs who are killing it: tech, lifestyle, sustainability… these young people don’t just have ideas—they’re making them happen and leaving a global mark. Stories full of innovation, community, and pure ambition vibes. 🚀✨
Does kids, kids, future, future🎶? ring a bell…? How about we switch it to youngsters, youngsters, future, future🎶? Being an entrepreneur is a true merit and the best way to inspire and generate progress on a global level. It always has been, no doubt, because the creativity and fresh ideas of young Spaniards have already given us several projects admired nationwide for being innovative ideas that the rest of us hadn’t thought of. The world of entrepreneurship has been booming for several years, and after the pandemic and all those months we spent on stand-by, many have decided to finally unleash their imagination and dive into that business idea they’ve been thinking about. If not now, when? These are the young Spanish entrepreneurs you need to know.
Bonus track: But first… if you want a little extra inspo from us, check out the story of Lexington, the story of when we dared to bring a bold and new concept from across the pond that has become a trend in Spain too — flex spaces! 👏🏻
In no particular order, here’s the TOP 10 young Spanish entrepreneurs you have to know.
Founders of Pikingli, the online academy that’s totally shaking up how English is learned in Spain. It all started with Maria Speaks English, a “tips & tricks” social media account that hooked millions and became one of the country’s top educational profiles.
Now it’s much more than that: a platform with over 40,000 students combining content, startup mindset, and a super active community. What’s the goal? Completely change how we see English, with a dynamic, fresh, and zero-boring approach.
Their mantra says it all: bye bye to “Sorry for my English!” 👋
Tomás Güell and Xavi García, founders of Lideremos, the platform mobilizing a new generation to have real societal impact.
More than an accelerator, it’s a connection point between talented youth and decision-making spaces. Their focus is turning ideas into concrete proposals with measurable impact and public presence.
In a short time, they’ve scaled nationally, with presence in all autonomous communities and a growing community. They also drive meetups, initiatives, and projects that open doors and create real opportunities for young leaders.
Co-founder of bound4blue, she’s one of those young minds reinventing the future of maritime transport (yes, even if it doesn’t get talked about enough).
She studied aeronautical engineering and in 2014 launched the company with José Miguel Bermúdez. Her big innovation is eSAIL, a smart sail installed on ships that uses wind to reduce fuel consumption and emissions by up to 30%. Basically: more efficient and greener ships.
She’s also been involved in over 15 research projects and holds more than 11 patents in this kind of technology.
Her approach to entrepreneurship is simple: a good idea isn’t enough; it has to work well, be useful, and scalable. And for that, she knows the key: you have to prioritize and say “no” more often than “yes.”
Founder of Blaine, he’s been an entrepreneur since he was 16 and now leads Europe’s top company in hyper-realistic artificial plant decoration, with presence in over 18 countries.
For him, it’s about spotting problems and finding solutions (and enjoying the process). Entrepreneurship isn’t just about starting a business, it’s a path of personal growth: questioning the status quo, adding value, and building something meaningful.
Bruno and Alex met on social media and clicked instantly thanks to shared interests and mindset. In just one month they launched Nude Project, their streetwear brand mixing hip-hop and skate, initially online-only despite offers from big retailers.
The numbers speak for themselves: €600,000 in year one, nearly €2 million in year two, and over €26 million in 2023, with projections to reach €30 million soon. Today, they also have physical stores and continue expanding internationally.
Adrià Cruz, former ultra-distance athlete and entrepreneur in fashion, tech, and sports, and Alex Boisset, influencer and YouTuber with over 450,000 followers in nutrition, lifestyle, and travel, joined forces to create B3tter Foods.
Their goal: reinvent breakfasts, snacks, and treats with delicious, healthy, and sustainable products. All 100% plant-based, few ingredients, high-quality, and full of flavor. The startup has already been recognized with the Men’s Health Healthy Food Awards 2022 for Best Plant-Based Product of the Year.
From A Coruña, she started her entrepreneurial journey at 16 and hasn’t stopped since.
She is the founder and CEO of GOI, the platform that makes moving and assembling large items super easy, working with giants like Amazon, IKEA, or El Corte Inglés. In just a few years, her company has grown to generate millions in revenue and employ hundreds of people.
Recognized in Forbes 30 Under 30 and among Spain’s Top 100 Women Leaders, Yaiza is the kind of entrepreneur who doesn’t just think of ideas — she makes them real.
During the pandemic, many projects got dusted off; it was the moment to go online and launch independent businesses. It was the time to mature ideas. That’s why many young Spaniards have gained international recognition as creative, innovative personalities — entrepreneurs on another level. Here are some names that will keep making waves in the future! Keep an eye on them…
In 2018, the twin sisters founded Gimaguas, the fashion brand blending Mediterranean essence with a global touch. Their collections combine craftsmanship and contemporary design, with an independent approach that connects with a loyal international community. Today they’re in over 90 countries, and their style is instantly recognizable, with a strong identity and lots of flow.
Creators of THEKER Robotics, an all-terrain robot combining AI with proprietary hardware to operate in complex environments without reprogramming. Its precision and adaptability are unmatched, and more than optimizing processes, they’re creating a completely new category in industrial robotics globally.
What are you waiting for to open that drawer and finally bring that killer idea in your head to life? Do it, and do it now. Maybe your name will be on one of these lists very soon. Taking the leap is key!
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