SPAR Gran Canaria promotes the future of its scholarship recipients with the First Youth Talent Meeting

The SPAR Gran Canaria supermarket chain has organized the first meeting of SPAR Gran Canaria Youth Talent Scholarship recipients, bringing together for the first time the young people recognized in the various editions of the program that promotes youth talent on the island.

 

Under the title "Learning from Uncertainty," this event fostered a space for personal growth, where participants shared their experiences and lessons learned with the goal of mutually enriching themselves. The program combined experiential training, collective reflection, and practical tools to face the challenges of their professional and personal futures, with the goal of becoming role models for other young people.

 

Yubi Cisneros, Director of Corporate Social Responsibility and Communications, emphasized during the meeting that, "With the Youth Talent Scholarship, we want to support our young people not only in their professional careers but also in their personal development. This meeting demonstrates our commitment to future generations, offering them tools and experiences that will help them grow and confidently face future decisions."

 

The event featured Juan Ferrer, an expert in change management and collective leadership. He trained at world-renowned institutions such as the Harvard Kennedy School, MIT, and IESE, and collaborates with renowned companies such as Banco Santander, IKEA, Decathlon, and Enagás, among others. He joined the young scholarship recipients in activities designed to strengthen their confidence, adaptability, and vision for the future.

 

One of the most significant moments of the day was the Lego Serious Play workshop, an innovative experience that allowed the fellows, through 3D construction, to visualize and address organizational and personal challenges, explore team identities, manage emotions, and design improvement strategies.

 

Finally, an experiment with horses was conducted in Arucas, focusing on team development and leadership. The animals' emotional sensitivity was used to detect hidden dynamics, identify limiting beliefs, and foster authentic leadership through nonverbal language.

 

 

The goal, in Juan Ferrer's words, is "to look inward, at what truly moves, blocks, or motivates them, in order to unleash and focus on the full potential and passion of each of them. Emotional management is key to leveraging talent."

 

This year, the event focused on highlighting and strengthening the recognition of scholarship recipients from previous editions, rather than awarding a new scholarship. With this initiative, SPAR Gran Canaria seeks to promote learning, showcase youth talent, and highlight the efforts and achievements of these promising young people. This is an inspiring initiative that empowers the youth community and celebrates the commitment and excellence of those who have already participated in this program. With this event, SPAR Gran Canaria reinforces its firm commitment to youth talent and the social development of the island, creating spaces for learning and inspiration that transcend academics and become an example for future generations.

 

SPAR Gran Canaria Youth Talent Scholarship

The SPAR Gran Canaria Youth Talent Scholarship annually recognizes promising young cultural and sporting talents on the island, supporting their training and participation in national and international competitions. For five years, this program has consolidated the network's commitment to the island's youth, supporting talents who are now world and European champions and medalists in various disciplines.

 

The scholarship recipients are individuals between the ages of 9 and 16 residing in Gran Canaria who, having demonstrated outstanding talent in artistic, literary, or sporting disciplines, require additional financial resources to continue their education or afford to travel outside the island.

 

On an annual basis, the five scholarship recipients who have stood out for their dedication and academic performance and, therefore, deserved these grants have been:

• Daniela Moreno (2024th edition): World and European Champion in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, in the children's category, in XNUMX.
• Bruno Bárbara (17th edition): Under-2022 windsurfing world champion, in 2023 and XNUMX.
• María Juste (2022rd edition): Outstanding artistic and trampoline gymnast at regional and national level in XNUMX.
• Gabriel Meneses (2021nd edition): Violinist awarded a scholarship to complete his training at the Professional Conservatory of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in XNUMX.
• Jenny Sanabria (14st edition): Qualified for the Under-18 to Under-2020 Individual Chess World Championship held in XNUMX.

About SPAR Gran Canaria

SPAR Gran Canaria is the only supermarket chain with 100% Canarian capital, present in all 21 municipalities on the island. In a total of 201 stores and through its online sales channel, SPAR Gran Canaria offers top-quality fresh local produce. The chain remains the sales leader in the fruit and vegetable category and a leading food company thanks to its friendly service, quality, and personalized attention.