Spanish chamber holds ‘Business Breakfast’ on innovation
Spanish chamber holds ‘Business Breakfast’ on innovation
The Chamber of Commerce of Spain in Qatar has officially kick-started its recent 15th anniversary celebration with a ‘Business Breakfast’, which focused on innovation and the future of collaboration between Spain and Qatar.
During the event, David Quintanilla Alvarez, the chairman of the chamber, underscored how Spanish companies operating in Qatar have proven their resilience, saying, “But lasting leadership demands anticipating change, transforming models, and empowering talent.”
He said: “Today, we celebrate 15 years of business success and embrace innovation as the key to our future… with creativity and strength, Spain is ready to lead through innovation and shape a competitive, global future.”
The event brought together key companies operating in Qatar, including Acciona, Aguas de Valencia, Bravent, Essa Al Sulaiti Law Firm, Iberdrola, and Técnicas Reunidas, which presented their latest innovations and strategic projects in the region.
The session concluded with a roundtable discussion on ‘The Importance of Innovation in Business’, where the panellists explored how innovation drives competitiveness, resilience, and sustainable growth in international markets like Qatar.
The ‘Business Breakfast’ marks the first of several activities commemorating the chamber’s 15-year journey in supporting Spanish companies and strengthening business ties between Spain and Qatar.
Speaking to Gulf Times on the sidelines of the 15th anniversary celebration, Alvarez further explained the objectives of the chamber’s ‘Business Breakfast’: “The session on innovation gathered some of our largest companies where they presented their innovations across various sectors, including water, energy, and Information Technology.
“This initiative has been ongoing for a long time; companies need to innovate to stand out from their competitors. If you fail to innovate, you risk falling behind in today’s competitive landscape.”
He said the chamber regularly holds networking events every month, typically gathering around 150-200 people. Alvarez noted that the event is particularly beneficial for new Spanish companies in Qatar, as it allows them to connect with others who have been in the country longer and expand their networks.
“In addition to our monthly gatherings, we conduct workshops on a variety of topics. Our goal is to provide our members with valuable information, especially regarding any new laws or regulations in Qatar.
“We strive to keep them updated on these matters. We also host webinars focused on taxation information for our members. Starting last year, we have been offering Spanish and Arabic classes at the Chamber of Commerce,” Alvarez added.
