We explore Innovation, Funding, and European Projects in a Connected Digital World.
Dear SPLORERS! We are excited to welcome you to the first episode of a new and thrilling chapter at Cascade Funding Hub, our podcast “Efecto Cascada.”
In this space, we will dive into the fascinating world of innovation, offering practical advice, interviews with entrepreneurs, and exploring cascade funding opportunities. We’ll focus on current topics in the digital sector, arts, video games, and the latest technologies.
We’re also happy to announce that this podcast will be bilingual, conducted in both Spanish and English depending on the guest we’re interviewing. This way, we ensure our global audience can enjoy and benefit from the content.
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Listen to the full episodes on Spotify, Amazon Podcast, or YouTube, and join the conversation about the future of entrepreneurship and innovation!
EPISODES
Episode 1 – Pioneers of Innovation: The story of Sploro
In the inaugural episode of “Efecto Cascada,” we talk with the founders of Sploro, who share how they’ve revolutionized startup funding through cascade funding.
Discover their achievements, the challenges they’ve overcome, and how digitalization is shaping the future of innovation.
Don’t miss this episode full of inspiration and entrepreneurial advice.
Episode 2 – Mobile World Capital: European Projects and Communication
In the second episode of “Efecto Cascada,” recorded in Barcelona, Miguel García, CEO of Sploro, interviews the talented European team from Mobile World Capital Barcelona.Join us as Marta Portalés, Marjorie Grassler, and Clara Pont share their experiences and insights on managing European projects, communication and dissemination, and the exciting events organized by the Mobile World Capital Foundation. Discover how these experts are driving innovation and collaboration in the European tech sector. Don’t miss it!
EXPLORING HORIZONS – The event that guarantees your success in innovation
In this episode, we chat with Virginia Gómez, Head of European Projects at Sploro and Project Manager of the “Exploring Horizons” event, about everything you need to know before attending.
Discover details about keynote speakers, round tables with leading European managers, and best practices for securing cascade funding and international collaboration opportunities. Join us and take your project to the next level!
EP 4 – How Women Tech EU & PQ React are shaping Europe’s tech landscape
In this episode of EFECTO CASCADA, we explore European tech innovation with Maja Horvat and Christine Ihnen, project managers at Sploro. As key figures in the groundbreaking Women TechEU and PQ React initiatives, they discuss the importance of these projects in shaping Europe’s tech landscape and share their experiences as project managers in the deeptech world. Discover how women are driving change in tech and how you can be part of this transformation. Tune in, Learn more and Apply!
EP 5 – Finance for Filmmakers: Tax Deductions and R&D Consulting
During this episode, we explore how we can benefit from tax deductions for R&D and how this same mechanism is used in the film industry to finance productions. Don’t miss this valuable conversation about finance, innovation, and cinema!
EP 6 – Design & Sustainability underwater: A conversation with Javier Masa
In the sixth episode of “Efecto Cascada,” we explore sustainable design with Javier Masa, founder of NMASA Design. He shares his journey and discusses his role in REFINE, a project under the Better Factory initiative focused on integrating new technologies sustainably. The conversation also covers the intersection of art and industry, Javier’s creative process, and how cascade funding can help address financial challenges for artists. Don’t miss this inspiring discussion on design, technology, and sustainability!
EP 7 – European Funding and Innovation: Highlights from the “Exploring Horizons” Event
In the seventh episode of “Efecto Cascada,” we recap the “Exploring Horizons” event, a key milestone for Sploro and innovation in northern Spain. Held on September 13th, the event featured leaders and experts discussing European funding and future innovation.
Through interviews with speakers, we highlight inspiring entrepreneurial success stories and address the challenges and opportunities in digitalization. Join us for insights into the intersection of innovation and funding!
EP 8 – Cityscapes Reimagined: Aurélie Delater on S+T+ARTS in the City
EP 9 – Food As Medicine: Carmen Bruno on “MUSAE”
EP 10 – XR & The Future of Remote Collaboration: “CORTEX2” with Raquel Carro


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