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A day in the life: Ian Gibbs

53-year-old Ian Gibbs came from Sheffield to Barcelona in 1990 as an English teacher. He’s now an author, speaker, coach and owner of IPA Productions, an educational theater company. Gibbs lives in Collserola and works in La Teixonera. more
Startup of the month: Wongo

Serial entrepreneur and secondhand marketplace expert Miquel Mascort identified a business opportunity a few years ago while trying to figure out what to do with used but still valuable clothes and accessories in his closet. The result is Wongo. more
Badi: the room rental app

BADI is the room rental app that aims to make living in cities more accessible by connecting potential flatmates for long term rental arrangements more
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A day in the life: Charles Webb

Charles (aka “Chef CW”) has lived in nine countries, speaks four languages and has worked in some of the world’s greatest restaurants, including Noma. Currently, he splits time between his native Chicago and Barcelona. more
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Startup of the month: TechBuddy

Marc Miralda, Head of Operations of TechBuddy in Spain more
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A day in the life: Olivier Bracard

Olivier is the CEO and Co-founder of Hosco, the professional network specifically designed for the hospitality industry. It currently connects +250,000 qualified hospitality talents and +250 schools with +3,000 world-class companies around the globe. more
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Startup of the month: Wifitakeaway

Wifitakeaway is a portable wifi hotspot for travelers that provides fast and reliable internet while you travel, connecting you to your destination, your friends and family and helping you get work done while you’re on the go. more
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A day in the life: Jessica Craig

International literary agent and founder of Craig Literary from the United States, Jessica takes us through her day. more
Startup of the month: Sharing Academy

A digital marketplace connecting students with tutors. more
Obtaining a NIE in Barcelona

We tell you how to register as a foreigner living in Barcelona and get your all-important Número de Identidad de Extranjero (NIE) more

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