May 2025

On March 16 and 17, at the Hotel Turia in Granada, the 25 young people selected for the talent acquisition program “Generación L Store,” held on April 23 and 24, took part in an intensive weekend training focused on leadership and soft skills.

This training experience, driven by Leroy Merlin in collaboration with the University of Granada and the Talent Incubator, aimed to strengthen the interpersonal competencies of future professionals through experiential dynamics and collaborative challenges in a practical, demanding, and creative environment.

During the training, participants worked on skills considered essential in today’s professional world, such as teamwork, effective communication, leadership, conflict resolution, empathy, and collaboration. Through specifically designed activities that simulate real-life situations — such as solving mazes under pressure, organizing group events with hidden roles, or narrating experiences in the form of an opera — attendees gained deeper insight into how to navigate complex and changing work environments.

The event was guided by Ana Martín-Moreno, an expert in coaching and emotional management, and Lola Vidal, co-director of the Talent Incubator. Both supported the participants with high-value tools and practical reflections to aid their personal and professional development.

In addition to consolidating key knowledge and skills, the weekend offered a unique opportunity to build connections among participants and establish a networking community that will support them throughout their future careers.

This event marked the grand finale of the “Generación L Store” program, whose mission is to transform retail by incorporating young talent with leadership potential. The selected candidates will join Leroy Merlin on September 1, beginning a promising professional journey.

The Final Day and Closing Ceremony of the prestigious Skills Acceleration Program, marking the culmination of an intensive journey, took place on May 16th, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

On this final day, the nineteen students who have participated throughout the academic year in this High-Performance Leadership Program gathered one last time at the Faculty of Health Sciences of the University of Granada to conclude these months of dedication, commitment, and effort.

This final activity of the program, titled “What Now?”, represented the closing of a chapter in the lives of these young talents who, over the past months, have grown remarkably, building valuable connections and gaining knowledge that will propel them toward a promising future. The Talent Incubator is proud to have been part of their journey and looks forward with great excitement to seeing them thrive in their respective careers.

We extend our gratitude to Strada, sponsor of the program, for their continued support and unwavering commitment to the development of the next generation of leaders. Their vision and dedication have been essential to the success of all the activities carried out.