06 Oct Concha Fuentes, CEO of Alfa Torres, participated in the 2021 Amec Forum

ALFATORRES Attends the 2021 Amec Forum

On July 6, Concha Fuentes participated in the 2021 Amec Forum. The event brought together more than 400 executives from international industrial companies.

During her remarks, she highlighted how certain regulatory differences can affect business growth. In this regard, she stated that “Spanish regulations, whether intentionally or not, by distinguishing between large and small companies, lead some business owners to avoid scaling up so as not to have to comply with stricter rules.” ¡ Her comments referred to the tax, legal, and labor barriers associated with growth.

In addition, the event brought together some of the most prominent figures in the industrial sector. Throughout the day, participants debated the optimal size for the competitiveness of Spanish industry. All while taking into account that SMEs continue to be the predominant reality within the business landscape.

Likewise, the various presentations addressed issues related to technological, business, and economic concentration. The ability of companies to adapt in a VUCA environment—marked by uncertainty and constant change—was also analyzed.

For her part, Concha Fuentes emphasized the importance of adapting the scale of businesses to this context. She also highlighted the value of a company’s purpose as a driver of growth and evolution. In addition, he highlighted the company’s purpose as a driver of growth and evolution.

The event was held at the Paranimf at the University of Barcelona and was moderated by Jessica del Moral. Most of the event could be followed via livestream from various locations throughout Spain and from different countries where subsidiaries and partners in the industrial ecosystem operate.

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