This Monday, Vocento held the VIII Edition of the Business Awards with which the group aims to assess the performance of 13 prestigious companies who this year have excelled in different facets of their activity. It does so at a time marked by the value of the contribution of Spanish companies as part of the solution to the continuous challenges that our society now poses to us.
The awards ceremony has coincided with the effects that DANA continues to leave in Valencia. For this reason, the president of Vocento, Ignacio Ybarra, pointed out: «We remain shocked and, of course, dedicated to alleviating the tragedy that has especially devastated the Levante area that both Banco Sabadell and we feel is ours. Every morning, we read the extraordinary coverage of our Valencian newspaper, ‘Las Provincias’, and we find desolation and, always, always, hope». «Hope, above all, in civil society. And in volunteers and small, medium and large companies that roll up their sleeves and get to work to generate wealth and employment,” he recalled.
Cristóbal Paredes, general director and director of Corporate Banking at Banco Sabadell, pointed out: “We reward companies that represent the best of talent, innovation and social commitment, pillars that strengthen our economy and promote sustainable development.
The Startup Business Award has been awarded to Patio Innovation & Startup Campuswhich has established itself as the largest entrepreneurship, innovation and sustainability campus in Spain and Latin America.
The Digitalization Award has gone to NaviLenssignage technology for people with visual disabilities, which contributes to making cities smarter and more inclusive.
The Environmental Sustainability Award has gone to Leroy Merlinfor their work to foster and promote that sustainable awareness with their clients. This 2024 it has launched ‘Home Index’, a tool that evaluates the environmental and social impact of products throughout their life.
Iberdrola has been awarded the Sponsorship Award for her strong commitment to women’s sports. It has helped boost their visibility at the Paris Olympic Games, which marked an unprecedented milestone: they were the first to achieve gender parity.
The Family Business Award has gone to Joma Sport as a reference for firms that, through several generations, grow and adapt to business challenges, generating value and sustainability.
LaLiga has received the External Communication Award for knowing how to adapt and strengthen its presence in the market. The 2023/2024 season has been decisive for the firm and its new strategic and brand positioning at an international level.
The International Expansion Award has gone to Mahou San Miguelbeing present in more than 75 countries and having internationalization as one of the strategic axes for the development of its business.
He Barcelona Free Trade Zone Consortium has received the Innovation Award for its outstanding initiative DFactory Barcelona, an industry 4.0 ecosystem that has established itself as an international benchmark.
The Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Award has gone to Repsol for being an exemplary firm for its commitment to promoting LGTBI rights.
The Revelation Company Award went to Heura Foodsfor revolutionizing the food sector with the production of meat of 100% plant origin.
The Integralia DKV Foundation has received the Best Social Foundation/Project Award for generating a positive impact on society, improving people’s lives and promoting social well-being, inclusion and sustainable development.
The Gait Positioning Award has gone to Telephonecommemorating its 100 years of history in 2024, a legacy marked by innovation, transformation and commitment to society.
For its part, Redeia has been awarded the Results Award for the solid evolution of its accounts in 2023.
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