{"id":27980,"date":"2026-11-09T15:52:12","date_gmt":"2026-11-09T15:52:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/antoniruiz.com\/?p=27980"},"modified":"2026-11-09T16:13:56","modified_gmt":"2026-11-09T16:13:56","slug":"vocational-training-speaks-out-inspiring-the-technological-future-through-professional-experience","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/antoniruiz.com\/en\/vocational-training-speaks-out-inspiring-the-technological-future-through-professional-experience\/","title":{"rendered":"&#8220;Vocational Training Speaks Out&#8221;: Inspiring the Technological Future Through Professional Experience"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On November 3rd, we had the opportunity to take part in a very special event as part of the &#8220;Vocational Training Speaks Out&#8221; (<em>La FP t\u00e9 la Paraula<\/em>) conference series\u2014an initiative designed to bridge the gap between the business and professional world and the emerging talent within Vocational Training (VT).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On this occasion, I had the privilege of participating alongside Jorge Valiente, Sales Delegate at Fermax\u2014a leading company that is firmly committed to Vocational Training, young talent, and technical skill development through initiatives such as its &#8220;CAMPUS Fermax&#8221; program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"461\" src=\"https:\/\/antoniruiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-11-03-at-17.40.09-3-1024x461.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27970\" srcset=\"https:\/\/antoniruiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-11-03-at-17.40.09-3-1024x461.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/antoniruiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-11-03-at-17.40.09-3-767x345.jpeg 767w, https:\/\/antoniruiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-11-03-at-17.40.09-3-300x135.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/antoniruiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-11-03-at-17.40.09-3-1536x691.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/antoniruiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-11-03-at-17.40.09-3-1320x594.jpeg 1320w, https:\/\/antoniruiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-11-03-at-17.40.09-3.jpeg 2040w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The event took place at the Barcelona Technological Institute (ITB)\u2014a Vocational Training center specializing in technological and digital disciplines\u2014before an audience of over 120 students. Since its inception in the 2018\u20132019 academic year, the ITB has established itself as a benchmark in the technology sector, offering training in Programming, Cybersecurity, Systems Administration, Networking and Cloud, Artificial Intelligence, the Metaverse, Video Games, and 3D Environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During the session, we shared real-world industry experiences, offered reflections on the evolution of the labor market, and discussed the importance of developing both technical competencies and personal skills to successfully navigate the professional challenges of the future. We also highlighted the fundamental role of Vocational Training as a driver of development, employability, and innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The students&#8217; keen interest, active participation, and insightful questions demonstrated the immense potential of a generation ready to lead the technological shifts currently transforming both the business world and society at large. I would like to extend a special thank you to the faculty at the Institut Tecnol\u00f2gic de Barcelona for their warm welcome\u2014specifically to the director, Alberto Vila, and to Jorge Valiente and Fermax for their commitment to vocational training (FP). Above all, I want to thank the students for their attitude, curiosity, and eagerness to learn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It was, without a doubt, an enriching experience that reaffirms the need to keep building bridges between educational institutions and the business sector, so that together we can shape the future of tech talent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">#VocationalTraining #YoungTalent #Technology #ITB #Fermax #CampusFermax #Education #Innovation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"27977\" src=\"https:\/\/antoniruiz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-11-03-at-17.40.08-4-1024x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27977\" 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