The Citibanamex Center was the scene of an important moment in the history of the Business Certification Institute (ICEMéxico). With more than 4 thousand attendees, including students, businessmen and opinion leaders, the company celebrated its Annual Convention and, at the same time, its tenth anniversary as a key agent in the professionalization of human capital and the development of the labor market.
Founded in Celaya, Guanajuato, ICEMéxico was born with the mission of opening doors to better opportunities for Mexicans through training and certification of work skills.
A decade later, it has consolidated its leadership, capturing more than 60% of the national market and expanding its impact to five Latin American countries. This growth, driven by an investment of $10 million in 2023, reflects not only business success, but also social commitment.
A model that connects talent with opportunities
The event was much more than a celebration. It served as a space to reflect on structural problems in the labor market, such as wage stagnation, low social mobility, and the persistent gender gap. According to INEGI figures shared by Christian Ríos, CEO and founder of ICEMéxico, the average salary in Mexico is just 6,150 pesos per month, a figure that limits economic development and perpetuates inequality.
Faced with these challenges, ICEMexico has designed a model that validates workers’ skills and connects them with better opportunities. “Each certification represents a change of life, a new possibility of professional growth,” said Ríos.
A platform for learning and inspiration
During the 2024 Annual Convention, attendees participated in a diverse program that included lectures by figures such as Adela Micha, Arturo Elías Ayub and Marco Antonio Regil, who shared perspectives on human development and leadership. In addition, ICEMéxico recognized the excellence of the 20 Evaluation Centers that granted the greatest number of certifications in labor skills, highlighting their fundamental role in this transformation model.
With its sights set on an initial public offering (IPO), ICEMexico seeks to expand its reach and ensure that more workers can access tools that transform their future. “Our objective has always been clear: to build a more competitive, equitable and prosperous Mexico,” concluded Ríos.
Ten years later, ICEMéxico not only celebrates its trajectory, but also renews its commitment to the challenges and opportunities that will define the labor market of the future.
