Encuentro Moda

Encuentro was founded in 1986. The first store was opened in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Encuentro initially set its sights on the wholesale market, but the success of the first store convinced the company to open more retail outlets. To ensure the best chance of success for his ideas, Raúl Méndez vertically integrated the company and developed all areas of the business, finding inspiration in the American business model and mentality. Since the end of the 90s, Encuentro has maintained close ties with various members of the US's National Retail Federation and the Fashion Institute Technology of New York (FIT) for consulting and training exchanges. In 2000, the company began its expansion in Spain. This period also saw the forging of an organisation firmly committed to employing professionals with extensive industry experience. Encuentro employs 750 people and has over 115 stores in Spain.