Incubadora Talento

In an initiative that demonstrates the strength of teamwork and the social commitment of the new generations, twenty young participants of the Professional Skills Acceleration Program visited the Foundation School of Solidarity on February 5th. This meeting, more than just a simple visit, turned into a day of collaboration and mutual learning.

The Foundation School of Solidarity, known for its tireless work in support of vulnerable communities, opened its doors to this group of young people with the aim of developing essential skills in the modern working world, such as teamwork, effective communication, and management of collaborative projects. But, beyond technical training, this experience sought to instill values of solidarity and empathy in the program’s participants, demonstrating that professional success is also measured by the positive impact on society.

During the day, program participants listened to testimonies from the Founder, Ignacio Pereda, as well as from people who are or have been beneficiaries of the services provided by this Foundation. Pilar Guillén and Alejandra Vílchez from Alight Solutions, the sponsoring company of the Program, also accompanied them on this occasion. As a result of getting to know the Foundation, the 20 young people established an action plan to help cover some of the most pressing needs of the entity. From organizing fundraising events to developing concrete actions to help improve facilities or implement educational programs, the young people have set out to work side by side with the members of the foundation.

This initiative not only benefits the Foundation School of Solidarity but also represents a valuable learning opportunity for the involved youths. “This experience of contact with the reality of poverty and extreme need has been truly enriching,” commented one of the participants. “We learned that true leadership involves serving others and that, by working together, we can make a significant difference.”

This event is an example of collaboration between the educational sector and non-profit organizations, demonstrating the power of education in shaping committed and supportive citizens, and constituting a model to follow for the training of future generations of business and social leaders.

In a month and a half, the young participants will have a new Day where they will show the results of the teamwork and solidarity actions they are going to develop in the coming weeks to meet the collaboration commitments they have acquired with the Foundation.

On February 23rd and 24th, the Hotel Tent in Granada became the epicenter of an innovative training program for young talents. Participants of the Opportunity Day Program, an initiative launched by the Chair of Intrapreneurship of Lactalis Puleva in collaboration with the University of Granada, immersed themselves in two intensive days of leadership training and key skills essential for success in the job market.

The event featured two prominent trainers in the field of personal and professional development: Ana Martín-Moreno, known for her deep knowledge in emotional management and coaching techniques, and Lola Vidal, co-director of the Talent Incubator. Both experts shared their knowledge and experiences, providing attendees with practical tools to improve their interpersonal competencies and leadership skills.

The collaboration between Lactalis Puleva and the University of Granada has proven to be a fundamental pillar in promoting intrapreneurship and innovation. The Opportunity Day Program, designed to enhance the capabilities of young entrepreneurs and future professionals, reflects the commitment of both institutions to educational excellence and talent development.

Throughout the weekend, participants had the opportunity to engage in various activities focused on strengthening soft skills such as effective communication, teamwork, conflict resolution, and ethical leadership. The training centered on these skills, considered essential for development in today’s fast-paced and constantly changing business environment.

The program not only provided a platform for learning and personal development but also offered young people the opportunity to connect with each other, thus creating a networking network that will undoubtedly serve them greatly in their professional future.

With this activity, the cycle of initiatives for this academic year from the Chair of Intrapreneurship of Lactalis Puleva and the University of Granada comes to a close. Numerous activities have been developed in this first year of the Chair’s journey, and the balance is extremely positive by both institutions, reaffirming their role as catalysts for change and excellence in the business and academic fields.

In an intense meeting between emerging talent and the business sector, the twenty young people from the Competency Acceleration Program had the opportunity to visit the headquarters of Alight Solutions in Granada on February 23, in a day significant for both the students and the company.

Welcomed by executives and managers from various areas, the young talents were guided on a tour through the company’s facilities, where they had the opportunity to see and experience firsthand the organizational culture, dynamism, and innovation that characterize the work environment at Alight, as well as the design of the company’s workspace.

During the visit, participants also attended a series of professional presentations that provided a detailed view of different departments that are currently growing within the company. Through these interactions, the youths obtained valuable information on the internal workings of a leading company in its sector, as well as the skills required to succeed in today’s professional environment.

Alight’s executives highlighted the importance of establishing such links between the academic world and the business sector. “This meeting not only allows these talented young people to glimpse the possible career paths available within a company like ours, but it also gives us the opportunity to be inspired by their fresh ideas and innovative perspectives,” commented Javier Toni, VP of Application Services at Alight.

Reflecting on the experience, one of the young participants, Victor Puerta, shared: “Visiting Alight has been very enriching as it has allowed us not only to learn how the different areas of a cutting-edge company operate, but we have also seen how talent is valued and promoted here.”

This meeting has once again reinforced the company’s commitment to the development of young talent from the University of Granada and its involvement in programs that foster the potential of young students.

The new Talent Incubator Program with the multinational Lactalis Puleva was a success thanks to the huge participation of students and the excellent work of the technical and managerial staff of the company.

The initiative involved more than 100 students in their final and penultimate years of undergraduate and postgraduate studies at the University of Granada, with degrees related to business management, human resources, law, finance and accounting, statistics, mathematics, marketing and market research, psychology, among others. The day included, in addition to firsthand knowledge of the operation and activities of different departments of the company, a unique experience in this type of process with interviews in the format of “elevator pitches”. Participants experienced firsthand the challenge and excitement of persuading the interlocutors with brief and direct “mini-presentations” about themselves, where they could showcase their most outstanding skills and competencies.

We would like to thank María Reyes Roldán, Human Resources Business Partner at Lactalis Puleva, for her initiative and commitment to the development of this initiative, and the entire team of professionals from Grupo Lactalis Puleva who were present throughout the event and guided the students at all times, responding to their doubts and concerns: Estefanía Moreno, José Evaristo Miralles, Ana Alejandra Jaén, María Rocío Bautista, Fátima Sillero, Mario Liébana, Rosa Bergillos, Patricia Ocaña, Javier Ortiz, Hildegard Serrano, Begoña Sánchez, Araceli Martínez, María Isabel González, Victoria Castellano, Luis Molina, and Sara Gutiérrez.

The Talent Incubator, in collaboration with the multinational Lactalis Puleva, is launching a new Talent Development Program: the Business Opportunity Day.

This program is designed to provide guidance, training, and professional experience to university students, helping them start a successful career in a leading multinational company. The initiative is aimed at bright students in their final and penultimate years of undergraduate and postgraduate studies at the University of Granada. No previous work experience is required to participate.

Selected students will have the opportunity to receive intensive and high-performance training in leadership, management skills, and professional development. They will also join the company’s technical teams through 6-month training scholarships in areas such as strategy and planning, marketing, human resources, sales, logistics, quality control, and customer service.

This program is targeted at students with educational backgrounds in business management, human resources, law, finance and accounting, statistics, mathematics, marketing and market research, psychology, among others.

If you are interested in the program, click here:

From the Talent Incubator, we want to offer our CONGRATULATIONS to Alba Sánchez, a participant in the First Edition of the Talent Woman Program, who has been selected to take part in the Mars Society project aimed at reproducing living conditions on Mars in the Utah desert, United States.

Numerous media outlets have echoed this achievement, as only eight individuals are selected internationally, highlighting the effort and talent of young people aspiring to reach the highest levels.

Interview on the “Todo es Mentira” program on Cuatro:

Other media:

Una granadina en Marte | Ideal

Alba Sánchez, la joven de Granada que participará en una simulación de la vida en Marte (granadadigital.es)

La atarfeña Alba Sánchez Montalvo, seleccionada para participar en una simulación de la vida en Marte (granadahoy.com)

Hoy en día | Alba, una joven científica granadina participará en una simulación de una misión en Marte (canalsur.es)

Training in change and the unexpected makes learning through fun a valuable tool for acquiring essential skills and tools.

Many education experts argue that the best way to learn is through fun and entertaining activities that enhance students’ attention and motivation. Games are a way to simulate reality and a learning tool to gradually and enjoyably train and learn complex problem-solving. Well-applied games require good communication and activate learning mechanisms by impacting the emotional area, helping to deal with concepts such as failure, effort, complexity, and more.

In this workshop, the participants of the Women Talent 4.0 Program engaged in a learning session focused on adapting to change and solving challenging problems using the gamification technique of an Escape Room. This technique allows participants to learn how to overcome challenges as a group, solving problems within a controlled time frame that induces considerable stress. It is a challenging and demanding learning activity that develops various skills such as empathy, conflict resolution, imagination, teamwork, attention, planning, memory, goal orientation, collaboration, and more. The workshop was led by Alejandro Ortiz, a professor at the University of Granada and an expert in human resources management and leadership skills, and was funded by Alight Solutions, the sponsor of the Chair of Talent and Leadership.

On Friday, November 24th, the final touch was put on the Innovation Hackathon organized by the Talent Incubator in collaboration with the multinational company Lactalis Puleva

Following the incredible experience on November 10th, where 70 student groups tested their skills to tackle a challenging yet enjoyable real management challenge proposed by Lactalis Puleva, the final awards gala took place last Friday. The six finalist groups presented their projects, demonstrating their high potential, mastery of project presentation and communication skills, and the ability to respond professionally to the jury’s questions.

It was an intense afternoon, full of nerves, where very interesting projects were presented, loaded with creativity and exposed with tremendous talent and passion!

The jury consisted of Lactalis Puleva executives: Miguel García Cuesta, Marketing Director; Sonia Rodríguez Muriel, HR and Talent Director; Federico Lara Villoslada, R+D Manager; Luis Enrique García Ayuso, Quality and Food Safety Director; and Rafael Angulo Cano, Commercial Director. The jury did an excellent job providing valuable feedback to the participants on the different proposals.

In addition to the jury members, part of the Lactalis Puleva professional team that accompanied the students in this adventure was present: Estefanía Moreno Pérez, María Reyes Roldán, Cristina Lucendo, Oscar Mexia, and Lucia Alcaide Camino, along with professors from the University of Granada who had previously supervised and evaluated the works: Nuria Esther Hurtado, Maria Ruiz, Natalia Ortiz-de-Mandojana, Encarnación Garcia, Juan Valbuena, and Elena Mellado.

But of course, the most important part of the gala was the award-winning groups:

FIRST PRIZE

Project: Puleva Nutrineu

Team Members:María Arroyo, Alba Caballero, Paula Díaz, Natalia Muñoz and Lucía Rodríguez

SECOND PRIZES

Project 1: Greenmat

Team Members: Rafael Fernández, Eduardo Duro and Álvaro Fernández

Project 2: Puleva Nature

Team Members: Manuel Gallego, Alejandro Rodríguez and Manuel García

THIRD PRIZES

Project 1: Cocolé

Team Members: Carmen Mateo, Ana Montero, Tatiana Dhanani and Carmen Trinidad Muñoz

Project 2: Pumpkin by Puleva

Team Members: Marta Navas, Ana García, Martina de la Vega and Laura Durán

Project 3: Vilky by Puleva

Team Members: Andrea Sofia Tello, Norma Cabrera, Martina Michelazzi and Pedro Arana

On Tuesday, November 14th, the 15 participants of the Women Talent Program attended the opening event and the specific workshop titled “Your Attitude is the Key.” The workshop aimed to enhance key competencies such as emotional intelligence and the ability to respond to changes.

Having a positive attitude makes a difference. Attitude is the disposition adopted when facing different situations in life and largely defines the quality of personal and professional relationships. In interactions with others, whether consciously or unconsciously, positive or negative sensations are conveyed, which others can perceive and value. This, for example, is crucial in work teams to achieve objectives.

Therefore, the first workshop of this program, led by Lola Vidal, focuses on attitude and works on key aspects to develop behaviors that enhance both professional and personal relationships.

The opening event featured the participation of Pilar Guillén, Success Factors Global Delivery Centers & Service Management Director, and Alberto del Val, Talent Acquisition Senior Manager of Alight Solutions, the sponsor of the program.