A Cultural and Diplomatic Gathering at FC Barcelona

The evening opened with the sparkle of cava in hand, as more than thirty-five diplomatic missions gathered under one roof. Glasses clinked, conversations began, and a sense of occasion filled the air. In this elegant setting, GLOBALS CEO & Cofounder Mario Paladini welcomed the community with words of vision and connection. Standing alongside him, Víctor Vila-Sanjuan of FC Barcelona Hospitality shared the spirit of the club’s legendary home, inviting guests to discover not just a venue, but a symbol of excellence, tradition, and innovation.

From there, the journey flowed into a private museum visit, where history and culture set the tone for the night ahead. It was a moment of reflection before stepping back into the vibrant present of the brand-new FC Barcelona hospitality showroom. With cava once again in hand and ideas flowing as freely as the conversations, the night became a living expression of GLOBALS’ mission: to build bridges across the world and connect entrepreneurship ecosystems globally, empowering leaders, innovators, and changemakers to thrive together.

GLOBALS Initiatives and Tech Festival Spotlight

As the evening unfolded, attention turned to the core of GLOBALS’ vision. Mario Paladini shared the initiatives driving the community forward, with special focus on the upcoming GLOBALS Tech Festival 2026. Positioned just before Mobile World Congress and 4YFN, the festival will gather the global entrepreneurship ecosystem in an intimate space designed for founders, investors, and innovators to connect deeply, accelerate ideas, and forge meaningful partnerships. The festival sets the stage for relationships that continue to grow and create impact throughout the rest of the week.

This spirit of collaboration was echoed by María Guirado, Regional Commercial Manager of The Social Hub, whose words reminded everyone that spaces and communities thrive when they are designed for connection. Her support and presence underscored the vital role hospitality plays in bringing people together, not only as guests, but as partners in building a truly global ecosystem.

Honoring Diplomats and Celebrating Winners

The evening also celebrated collaboration and openness. Santiago Vitale, Consul of Uruguay, was honored for his outstanding partnership and dedication to building bridges through GLOBALS.

Excitement filled the room during the prize draw, where two double tickets for FC Barcelona matches were awarded. Congratulations to the Consuls of Georgia and Turkey, who were the lucky winners of the evening.

Special acknowledgment goes to Jaume Feliu Martín, Management and External Relations of the FC Barcelona Museum, for his invaluable support and contribution in making this event a success.

Building Bridges for the Future

This night was a living reminder that when people gather with purpose, borders dissolve and possibilities expand. More than thirty-five nations stood together under one roof, not as separate flags, but as a single community of builders, dreamers, and doers.

In every glass raised, every handshake exchanged, and every story shared, the true mission of GLOBALS came alive: to weave connections that transcend geography and spark opportunities that outlast the moment. These are not fleeting encounters; they are the first chapters of partnerships that will grow, evolve, and shape the future of our global entrepreneurship ecosystem.

Barcelona is a city that embraces tradition and reinvention, a home where the world feels welcome, and where innovation meets community. And on this evening, the city’s spirit fused with GLOBALS’ vision to remind us that growth is not measured by scale alone, but by the bridges we build across the world. Because GLOBALS is not only about bringing people together. It is about reminding the world that together, we go further.