ICEX and Cre100do 2027: workshops and access for companies seeking internationalization

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Medium and large Spanish companies with international ambitions have a new avenue to access top-tier training and networking resources. The agreement between ICEX Spain Export and Investment and the Cre100do Foundation, published in the BOE on November 3, 2026, formalizes a collaboration to drive internationalization, innovation and competitiveness through the Cre100do Project.

The regulatory reference is the Resolution of October 23, 2026 (BOE-A-2026-23093). The agreement is already in force as of that same date and its first complete year of activity is 2027.

What does this regulation establish?

The agreement defines a stable collaboration framework between ICEX and the Cre100do Foundation to develop joint activities supporting the internationalization of medium and large companies. Activities are structured in an Annual Plan approved by a joint Monitoring Committee, ensuring flexibility and adaptation to each fiscal year.

The specific planned activities are:

• Workshops: between 8 and 12 per year, focused on practical training in internationalization and competitiveness.
• Events and webinars: between 4 and 7 per year, in in-person or digital format.
• Studies and reports: production of specialized content for participating companies.
• Communication actions: dissemination of program results and opportunities.

For 2027, workshops will focus specifically on four major thematic areas:

A key aspect: the agreement does not involve direct transfer of public funds to participating companies. The value for companies is access to support services, high-level training and a network of contacts with other similarly-sized companies.

Economic and operational impact

For companies accessing the Cre100do Project, the impact is fundamentally in terms of opportunity, not direct cost. Since there is no direct transfer of public funds to companies, there is no economic burden associated with the agreement itself.

The operational value translates into:

• Access to between 12 and 19 annual activities (combining workshops and events) with specialized content in internationalization, geopolitics, digitalization and AI.
• Participation in a network of medium and large companies with export profile, jointly managed by ICEX and Cre100do.
• Access to sectoral studies and reports that would otherwise require investment in market intelligence.
• Visibility to investors, partners and international markets through the program's communication actions.

For companies already participating in the Cre100do Project, the agreement strengthens program continuity and quality. For those not yet participating, 2027 is the year with the greatest entry window: at least ten new companies will be incorporated.

Who does it affect?

• Medium and large Spanish companies with internationalization and growth potential.
• Executives and CFOs of companies with international expansion strategy seeking high-level training and networking.
• Companies already participating in the Cre100do Project that benefit from program continuity.
• Companies seeking to join the program in 2027, when at least ten new positions will open.
• Advisors and consultants supporting medium and large companies in internationalization processes.

Practical example

A Spanish industrial company with revenue of 80 million euros and presence in three European markets wants to accelerate its expansion into Latin America and Southeast Asia. It currently invests in market intelligence and executive training, but lacks access to a network of peers of similar size.

If this company joins the Cre100do Project in 2027 —within the at least ten new positions planned—, it would access:

• Up to 12 workshops on internationalization, geopolitics, digitalization and AI, with direct application to its expansion strategy.
• Up to 7 events or webinars with other executives from similarly-profiled companies.
• Studies and reports jointly developed by ICEX and Cre100do, with market information complementing its own commercial intelligence.

All of this at no direct cost through fund transfers, as the program is financed through the agreement between ICEX and the Cre100do Foundation, not through contributions from participating companies.

What should companies do now?

1. Evaluate if you meet the profile: the program is aimed at medium and large companies with internationalization potential. Verify if your company fits before taking any action.
2. Contact the Cre100do Foundation: since at least ten new companies will join in 2027, now is the time to express interest and learn about selection criteria.
3. Contact ICEX: as co-organizer of the program, ICEX can guide you on the accession process and specific requirements to participate in the Cre100do Project.
4. Identify the areas of greatest value for your company: 2027 workshops will cover internationalization, geopolitics, digitalization and AI. Determine which are most relevant to your strategy and use them as an argument in your application.
5. Follow the Annual Plan approved by the Monitoring Committee: once in the program, the activity calendar is defined annually. Ensure your management team can participate in planned activities.

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Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific decisions, consult a qualified professional. Source: https://www.boe.es/diario_boe/txt.php?id=BOE-A-2026-23093